Wildlife and World Heritage Tour from Bentota (2 Days)

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2 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Wildlife & World Heritage is a short, single night, 2-day tour into the heart of Sri Lanka’s cultural triangle. Visit two UNESCO World Heritage sites beginning from the historical Dambulla Golden Cave Temple complex that once served as both an ancient kingdom as well as monastery for Buddhist monks and pilgrims. Climb the Sigiriya ‘Lion Rock’ Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This ancient fortification of stone was home to King Kasyapa during the 5th Century AD. It is considered one of Sri Lanka’s prime examples of ancient culture and heritage. Experience village life in Sigiriya and go on a Wildlife Safari in Minneriya National Park.

What's Included

2 x 500ml Water Bottles per Person per Day.
Transport in a Private Vehicle, Fuel, Parking & Highway tolls.
Service of English-Speaking Chauffeur Guide.
All prevailing taxes and service charges.
Hotel Accommodation and Meals.
Entrance fees to the respective sites.
Chauffeur Guide's Accommodation.
Expenses of personal nature.
Visa and Related Expenses.
Tips & Portages.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up you from your Hotel in Bentota/ Beruwala

OR
Meeting point
Bentota
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Bentota > Dambulla > Minneriya > Sigiriya

    4 stops
  • 1
    Bentota

    Start your journey at 0600 hrs from your hotel in Bentota. You will be met by a designated chauffer guide from Lakpura Travels. After the formalities at the hotel you will be escorted to your air conditioned vehicle and proceed to Dambulla and visit Cave Temple.

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Dambulla Cave Temple

    Enter the historic caves of the Golden Temple of Dambulla, dating back to the 1st century BC. View the ancient murals depicting the life story of Lord Gautama Buddha. Look at the hundreds of figurines of Buddha and other deities scattered throughout the five main caves. Visit the Cave of the Divine King, Cave of the Great King and the Great New Monastery. See the giant golden Buddha Statue just a little distance outside the cave complex.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Minneriya National Park

    Thereafter proceed to Minneriya National Park and go on a lovely jeep safari at Minneriya National Park. This safari takes you on a ride through the Minneriya National Park. Enjoy the sight of over 150 elephants congregating in one place during the famous Great Elephant Gathering, which happens in the dry season between May to October. In addition to elephants, get a chance to also see many mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians in the scrublands, forests and other areas.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Sigiriya

    On completion of the safari proceed to the hotel, check in and relax.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Sigiriya > Bentota

    3 stops
  • 5
    Sigiriya The Ancient Rock Fortress

    After a relaxed morning and breakfast at the hotel check out and visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Climb the 5th century AD rock fortress, Sigiriya, where the King Kasyapa ruled. Walk through the entrance framed by the paws of a lion that is quite appropriate for its name, ' the Lion Rock'. View the beautiful unfading murals that brought Sigiriya its fame. Climb the steep staircase to see the terraced gardens and still-working cisterns. Walk through the tunnels leading to the palace as you get a feel for times long past.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Sigiriya

    Thereafter visit a local village in Sigiriya and get an authentic experience of Sri Lankan village life. Get a chance to go on an oxen cart ride, and experience the world from the view of a village farmer. Have a relaxing catamaran safari through a calm lake. Walk through the golden fields ripe with their harvest of paddy. Watch an enjoyable traditional cooking demonstration that teaches you the basics of Sri Lankan cuisine. Delight your tastebuds with a home cooked lunch; made over a wood-fire and served on fragrant lotus leaves placed over woven trays. Enjoy the life of a Sri Lankan villager, just this day.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Bentota

    On completion start your journey back to your hotel in Bentota.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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