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Experience the best of Sri Lanka's cultural and natural wonders with a combined tour of Sigiriya and Minneriya National Park from Kalutara. Start your day by exploring the iconic Sigiriya Lion Rock, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its ancient rock fortress, intricate frescoes, and breathtaking panoramic views. In the evening, embark on an exhilarating safari in Minneriya National Park, renowned for its large elephant gatherings.
Tour Highlights:
Climb the historic rock fortress, marvel at the ancient frescoes, and take in the stunning views from the summit.
Witness the famous "Gathering" of elephants as they congregate near the Minneriya Reservoir, one of the most remarkable wildlife spectacles in Asia.
Experience the thrill of exploring the park’s diverse landscapes in a rugged 4x4 jeep, perfect for navigating the terrain.
This tour offers a perfect blend of Sri Lanka’s rich history and incredible wildlife, all in one day.
Later we will drop off you at Kalutara.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Itinerary
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1Minneriya National Park
Minneriya National Park serves as a refuge for elephants that live in the forests of the Matale, Polonnaruwa and Trincomalee districts during the dry season. You will enjoy an unforgettable experience with the animals if you visit during this period. This makes for a memorable wildlife holiday to Sri Lanka. Minneriya is approximately 4 -5 hours from Colombo's capital city. It is also close to many local attractions. For example, Polonnaruwa is just 20 km away. Habarana or Sigiriya are also within reach, allowing you to combine your cultural holiday with your wildlife vacation. The park's topography includes scrub plains and mixed evergreen forests as well as rocky outcrops, marshes, and rocky outcrops. This provides a wide variety of habitats for many animals.
4 hours • Admission ticket not included -
2Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress
Sigiriya or Sinhagiri is an ancient rock fortress located in the northern Matale District near the town of Dambulla in the Central Province, Sri Lanka. It is a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of rock approximately 180 metres (590 ft) high. According to the ancient Sri Lankan chronicle the Cūḷavaṃsa, this area was a large forest, then after storms and landslides it became a hill and was selected by King Kashyapa (477 – 495 AD) for his new capital. He built his palace on top of this rock and decorated its sides with colorful frescoes. On a small plateau about halfway up the side of this rock he built a gateway in the form of an enormous lion. The name of this place is derived from this structure; Sīnhāgiri, the Lion Rock (an etymology similar to Sinhapura, the Sanskrit name of Singapore, the Lion City)
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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