Colombo Trip Overview
If you want to enjoy the wildlife of lush evergreen rain forest and dry deciduous and marine forest in the same tour, this is an ideal option for you. You will explore more species of wetland flora and fauna in Sinharaja which is listed as one of the eight UNESCO world heritage sites in Sri Lanka and get the opportunity to experience a dry zone national park that has the highest density of leopards in the world.
Additional Info
Duration: 3 days
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka
If you want to enjoy the wildlife of lush evergreen rain forest and dry deciduous and marine forest in the same tour, this is an ideal option for you. You will explore more species of wetland flora and fauna in Sinharaja which is listed as one of the eight UNESCO world heritage sites in Sri Lanka and get the opportunity to experience a dry zone national park that has the highest density of leopards in the world.
Itinerary
Day 1: Pick Up – Sinharaja
Stop At: Sinharaja Forest Reserve, Ensalwaththa Road, Viharahena 81500 Sri Lanka
8:00: You will be picked up from your hotel in Negombo or any other selected location (See the departure point) and driven approximately 4 hours to reach Sinharaja.
12:00: Arrive at Rainforest Eco Lodge in time for lunch. After Lunch, check to the hotel and spend couple of hour at leisure enjoying the surrounding of the hotel.
15:00: Your guide will take you on a memorable nature trail in Sinharaja that can be described as a Tropical Lowland Rainforest or Tropical Wet Evergreen Forest. Whatever its ‘technical’ name, it is undoubtedly a rich treasure trove of nature with a great diversity of habitats and a vast repository of Sri Lanka’s endemic species found nowhere else in the world.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Spend the overnight at Rainforest Eco Lodge.
Day 2: Sinharaja – Yala
Stop At: Sinharaja Forest Reserve, Ensalwaththa Road, Viharahena 81500 Sri Lanka
05:00: You will get your wakeup call that give you the message to get ready for the morning trekking tour that will start at 5:30 am. This early morning trails will provide maximum opportunity to witness the beauty of the rainforest.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Yala National Park, Yala National Park
15:00: You will start your evening game drive at Yala National park to experience the wildlife treasure in one of the best homes for Leopards and other animals in Asia.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Stay overnight at Leopard Nest.
Day 3: Yala – Drop Off
Stop At: Nimalawa, Sri Lanka
Wake up around 5:00 am to freshly brewed Ceylon tea or coffee. Leave the campsite at 05:30 am and start to trek through thick bushes with a pathway access to a wonderful lake which offers breath-taking views and bird watching opportunities. 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. Return from the nature trail and check-into the campsite to refresh your souls before leave. You will check out at 11:00 am and be transferred back to your hotel.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
