5 Days - Private Wildlife Photography Tour with Unique Accommodation options

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5 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Wildlife photography is one of the most challenging forms of photography that gives an opportunity to collect lifetime memories. This tour includes four different wildlife sanctuaries including one rain forest and three national parks that are famous for different wildlife habitats.  You will have the opportunity to photograph the nature wonders at Sinharaja Rainforest, leopards in Yala National Park, Elephants in Udawalawe National Park and birds in Bundala National Park whilst enjoying the luxury comfort at the best wildlife accommodation options.

What's Included

All government taxes
Lunch (Optional[3])
Lunch
Lunch at Grand Udawalawe on Day 2
Dinner (Optional[4])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[4])
Breakfast
Coffee and/or Tea
Mineral water bottles during the tour and safaris
Cost of jeep hires for Game drives
All meals at Campsite from Dinner on Day 2 to Breakfast on Day 5
Transportation by an Air conditioned vehicle as per the itinerary
Bottled water
Dinner and Breakfast at Rainforest Eco Lodge
Accommodation as per itinerary
Service of an English speaking driver throughout the tour
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

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

Pick up from Airport, Colombo, Mount Lavinia, Negombo and all other beach hotels in south-west coast.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Pick up - Sinharaja

    2 stops
  • 1

    You will be Picked up from Colombo or any other beach destination in south west coast of Sri Lanka and driven to Sinharaja (approx. 3 hours’ drive) On arrival at the Sinharaja, you will check in to the Rainforest eco lodge.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Sinharaja Forest Reserve

    Late afternoon, your nature guide will take you on a memorable trekking tour in the Sinharaja rainforest which is one of the eight UNESCO World Heritage sites available in Sri Lanka. With so many species of endemic flora and fauna, Sinharaja will create a big opportunity to photograph some wonders nature creations.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 2

    Sinharaja - Udawalawa - Yala

    2 stops
  • 3
    Udawalawe National Park

    After Breakfast, you will be driven to Udawalawe (approx. 3 hours drive) where you will start a game drive at Udawalawe National Park which is one of the best homes for Asian Elephants. This will be another great photographic opportunity that is totally different to Sinharaja.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • 4

    On completion of the Safari, You will enjoy your lunch at Grand Udawalawe Hotel and then drive to Yala National Park.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • Day 3

    Yala - Bundala - Yala

    3 stops
  • 5
    Yala National Park

    Wake up at dawn around 5:00 am to freshly brewed Ceylon tea or coffee. Then leave on morning game drive at 5:30 am with your camera to photograph the thrilling adventure of Yala National park including roaming elephants and more leopards per area than anywhere else on the planet!

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Return from morning game drive at 9-10am to freshly squeezed juices from seasonal fruits followed by breakfast. After breakfast, you can relax and unwind by taking a nap in the hammock or checking books about wildlife in the library.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 7

    After Lunch at the campsite, you will be taken to Bundala National Park which is an excellent choice for Bird watching and photography.

    3 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 4

    Yala - Yala

    3 stops
  • 8

    Wake up around 5:00 am to freshly brewed Ceylon tea or coffee. Start to trek through thick bushes with a pathway access to a wonderful lake which offers breath-taking views and bird watching opportunities. This will lead you another photographic opportunity. If you are fortunate enough, you will encounter wildlife like elephants; Deers; palm squirrels; wild boars; etc. Also, you will confront both endemic and migratory birds; butterflies and lizards and land monitors slithering around the lake. Capture the splendid views of wildlife and nature to take back home. Don’t forget to ask your naturalist to share his adventures in the wild during the trek. Enjoy breakfast at a private location by a lake whilst listening to the singing of birds and feeling the fresh breeze.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Palatupana

    After breakfast, you can explore the village and experience the village life in the surrounding area and arrive at the campsite for Lunch.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Yala National Park

    In the afternoon, you will start your game drive at Yala National Park to have another chance of photographing the Leopards.

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 5

    Yala - Colombo

    1 stop
  • 11
    Colombo Fort

    After breakfast, you will be driven back to Colombo or your beach hotel situated in southwest coast.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Photography Tours
Safaris
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Involves Animals
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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