Colombo Trip Overview
Tour to two top destinations in Sri Lanka on this all inclusive two days tour. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its extraordinary biodiversity and wealth of endemic species, Sinharaja is a truly amazing place for nature lovers and birdwatchers alike. The main tracks passing towering trees and bamboos provide a habitat for birds and mammals including orange minivets, orioles, babblers and the endangered purple faced leaf monkey. Embark on an elephant safari in Udawalawe National Park, which guarantees witnessing herds of elephants in every game drive year around.
• Hear commentary from an expert guide
• Two way hotel transfers
• Accommodation, meals and all fees included
Additional Info
Duration: 2 days
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka
Tour to two top destinations in Sri Lanka on this all inclusive two days tour. Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its extraordinary biodiversity and wealth of endemic species, Sinharaja is a truly amazing place for nature lovers and birdwatchers alike. The main tracks passing towering trees and bamboos provide a habitat for birds and mammals including orange minivets, orioles, babblers and the endangered purple faced leaf monkey. Embark on an elephant safari in Udawalawe National Park, which guarantees witnessing herds of elephants in every game drive year around.
• Hear commentary from an expert guide
• Two way hotel transfers
• Accommodation, meals and all fees included
Itinerary
Day 1: Colombo/Negombo – Sinharaja Forest Reserve
Stop At: Sinharaja Forest Entrance, Sinharaja Access Road Viharahena, Deniyaya 81500 Sri Lanka
Surrounded by bruised clouds and spectral mists, the enigmatic Sinharaja Rain Forest is the last remaining virgin tropical rain forest on the island. This mysterious and beautiful UNESCO World Heritage forest spreads out over an area of just 34 square miles, but is alive with life, colour, and sound. Home to a vast range of rare and endangered trees in addition to an abundance of endemic birds, reptiles, and mammals, Sinharaja is a treat for naturalists. The larger of Sinharaja’s resident mammals are leopards and elephants, both of which have been confirmed to be living within the forest reserve. Sightings are extremely rare, however you may come across their tracks. More common sights are giant squirrels, monkeys, chameleon lizards, wrinkled frogs and non-venomous snakes. There are also many nocturnal residents in the forest that are usually only seen at night such as mongoose, civets and bats.
Duration: 5 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
• Dinner
Accommodation included: Overnight stay in Deniyaya
Day 2: Udawalawe National Park – Colombo/Negombo
Stop At: Udawalawe National Park Sri Lanka
Udawalawe National Park is located in the south of Sri Lanka and is a popular destination for those hoping to spot wild elephants. With herds of elephants, wild buffaloes, sambhur and a myriad of birds, Udawalawe is the Sri Lankan national park that best rivals the savannah reserves of Africa. The Park’s 30, 821 hectares of wilderness centre on the large Udawalawe Reservoir, fed by the Walawe Ganga. Udawalawe’s extensive flora is a mixture of abandoned teak plantations, grassland, thorny scrub jungle and marsh along the Walawe River and Mau Ara. Satinwood, Ebony and Trincomalee Wood trees grow abundantly in the area and the river banks are dotted with water-loving Kumbuk trees. The Udawalawe Reservoir, which is replenished by the Walawe River, supplies water for the whole area and is an essential supporter of the abundant wildlife that call this national park home.
Duration: 4 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
No accommodation included on this day.
