Elephant gathering
Herds at Minneriya
Hundreds of wild elephants drift toward the tank in the late dry season.
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Yatara Ceylon · Wildlife journey
Wild Sri Lanka: Safari & Coastal Expedition
Elephants, leopards, misty mountains, scenic rail, tropical beaches, and ocean giants.
Duration
12 Days / 11 Nights
Route
Habarana → Galle
Total driving
950–1,050 km
Starting from
LKR 272,800
per couple (2 guests)
A slower way to see Sri Lanka
Designed around how you want to feel, not how much you can fit in.
Starts and ends
Colombo Airport (CMB)
Style
Private wildlife and coastal expedition chauffeur tour
Experience Sri Lanka’s definitive wildlife and nature circuit over twelve private days. Encounter elephant herds near Minneriya, explore royal ruins and village life, cross the tea country by train, track leopards in Yala or Udawalawe, and end with marine adventures and heritage on the south coast.
Wildlife enthusiastsNature loversFamiliesAdventure couples
- Minneriya or Kaudulla elephant safari
- Sigiriya, Hiriwadunna, and Dambulla heritage experiences
- Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, and iconic highland rail journey
- Two nights in Ella with mountain walks and waterfalls
- Yala or Udawalawe private 4x4 safari
- Mirissa or Hiriketiya beach stay and seasonal whale watching
Signature experiences
The moments this journey is built around.
Every day moves between rest, nature, and discovery — without making the journey feel rushed.
Highland passage
The Blue Train to Ella
Tea estates and mist run past open carriage doors between Nanu Oya and Ella.
Ocean giants
Blue Water off Mirissa
Seasonal blue whales, spinner dolphins, and the slow south-coast rhythm.
Route at a glance
Your journey across the island
Where each day takes you, how long the transfers run, and where the pace deliberately slows down.
Total estimated driving
950–1,050 km
Spread across 12 days with 11 intercity transfer days. Local sightseeing runs separately, and timing stays flexible around weather and your pace.
Day by day
The journey, one day at a time.
Drive times are approximate and shift with traffic, weather, and the stops you choose.
Meet the chauffeur at the airport and travel to Habarana. Take an optional afternoon safari in Minneriya or Kaudulla when arrival time permits.
160 km Approx. 4.5 hours Habarana / Minneriya Airport to Habarana
Private transport
Choose the space that suits you.
We recommend the smallest vehicle for your group. You can always pick a larger one for more room.
Make or model may be substituted with an equivalent class. Capacity is checked against luggage before confirmation.
Make it yours
Experiences you can add on.
Add only what you actually want. Each stays optional, so the journey keeps its space to breathe.
Wild naturePrivate 4×4 Jeep Safari
A private jeep with park entrance arranged around first light, when elephant and leopard activity peaks.
Estimated attraction and safari expenses: USD 190–230 per person, payable at official counters
CultureGuided Heritage Access
A licensed heritage guide and pre-arranged tickets across the ancient cities, so nothing is spent queueing.
Optional · quoted with your proposal
OceanWhale & Dolphin Charter
An early private boat from the southern coast in search of blue whales, sperm whales, and spinner dolphin pods.
Optional · quoted with your proposal
Good to know
Clear inclusions. No blurred edges.
Included in your journey
- Private air-conditioned vehicle for all 12 days
- Dedicated professional English-speaking chauffeur driver
- Fuel, expressway tolls, parking fees, and driver expenses
- Airport pickup and departure transfer
- Complimentary bottled drinking water daily
- Free hotel selection and itinerary customization assistance
- 24/7 operational support
- Scenic train ticket booking assistance
Quoted separately
- Hotel accommodation unless added to the final proposal
- Lunches and dinners unless specifically stated
- Monument, attraction, and activity entrance tickets
- Travel insurance, personal expenses, and chauffeur gratuities
- National park tickets and private safari jeeps
- Scenic train tickets and optional marine excursions
Planning allowance
- Land transport package starts from USD 880 per 2 guests
- Estimated attraction and safari expenses: USD 190–230 per person, payable at official counters
Bespoke by Yatara Ceylon
Like the journey, but want it entirely yours?
Change the pace, the hotels, the wellness sessions, the vehicle class, or the destinations — and let the itinerary adapt around you.
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