From Dambulla: Full Day Safari at Minneriya National Park

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ID: GYG514498-900949
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Country: Sri Lanka

Duration: 12:00 hours


Description

Embark on a full-day adventure to Minneriya National Park in Sri Lanka. Explore diverse ecosystems, spot endemic monkeys, herbivorous mammals, and rare species like leopards and sloth bears.
05.30 am: Embark on an early morning adventure with a pick-up from your hotel, heading towards Minneriya National Park.
06.00 am: Enjoy a full-day safari at Minneriya National Park, a wildlife sanctuary in Sri Lanka's North Central province. Witness the remarkable sight of large herds of Sri Lankan Elephants gathering around grass fields near the reservoir during the dry season. Explore the park's diverse ecosystem, home to endemic monkeys, herbivorous mammals like Sri Lankan sambar deer and axis deer, and rare species such as Sri Lankan leopard and sloth bear. Keep an eye out for a variety of bird species, including large water birds like lesser adjutant, painted stork, and spot-billed pelican, along with little cormorants, Great white pelican, ruddy turnstone, and grey heron. The park boasts an impressive range of wildlife, with approximately 24 species of mammals, 160 species of birds, 9 species of amphibians, 25 species of reptiles, 26 species of fish, and 75 species of butterflies. Throughout the safari, light refreshments and water bottles will be provided for your comfort.
05.00 pm: As the safari comes to an end, return to your hotel, cherishing the incredible wildlife encounters and natural beauty experienced during the day.

Highlights

  • Experience herds of Sri Lankan Elephants congregating during the dry season.
  • Discover wildlife, including endemic monkeys, sambar, axis deer, and leopards.
  • Birdwatchers: See large water birds like adjutants, storks, cormorants etc,.
  • Wildlife haven with 24 mammals, 160 birds, 9 amphibians, 25 reptiles and 26 fish

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Pick-up service is available from all hotels in Dambulla, Sigiriya, Habarana & Kandalama
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.