Sri Lanka · Wildlife

4-Day Southern Sri Lanka Wildlife and Beach Tour with Galle Fort

4 Days Round trip from Colombo Moderate pace
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with historic streets and colonial architecture
  • 02 Enjoy a thrilling jeep safari in Yala National Park to spot leopards, elephants, and birdlife
  • 03 Visit the Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home and witness the feeding of rescued elephants
  • 04 Relax on the beaches of Unawatuna and Bentota with scenic coastal views
  • 05 Optionally cruise the Madu River and visit the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery

Discover southern Sri Lanka on a four-day adventure that combines wildlife, beaches, and culture. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Galle Fort, relax on the shores of Unawatuna and Bentota, and enjoy thrilling jeep safaris in Yala National Park to spot leopards, elephants, and other wildlife. Visit the Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home, with the option to cruise the Madu River or explore the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery. Travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle, stay in hand-picked beachfront and nature lodges, and enjoy authentic Sri Lankan cuisine along the way.

Discover southern Sri Lanka on a four-day adventure that combines wildlife, beaches, and culture.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Colombo, Galle, Bentota, Yala National Park, Kosgoda, Udawalawe National Park, Unawatuna
Languages Arabic, English, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Colombo to Galle Fort and Unawatuna Beach

  • 06:30 AM - Pickup from Colombo / Airport
  • 09:30 AM - Galle Fort Walking Tour
  • Lighthouse, ramparts, and Dutch Reformed Church
  • 11:30 AM - Old Dutch Hospital shopping precinct
  • 12:30 PM - Lunch at Pedlar's Inn / beach cafe
  • 02:00 PM - Jungle Beach or Rumassala viewpoint
  • 03:30 PM - Hotel check-in in Unawatuna
  • 04:30 PM - Leisure at Unawatuna Beach
  • 06:30 PM - Sunset with fresh coconut
  • 07:30 PM - Dinner and overnight stay

Overnight: Unawatuna

2
Day 02

Unawatuna to Yala with Evening Safari

  • 07:00 AM - Breakfast
  • 08:00 AM - Drive to Yala (optional Dry Zone Botanical Garden stop)
  • 12:30 PM - Lunch en route
  • 02:00 PM - Hotel check-in and rest
  • 03:45 PM - Evening Jeep Safari - Yala National Park
  • Leopards, elephants, sloth bears, and birds
  • 07:00 PM - Return to hotel
  • 07:30 PM - Dinner
  • 09:00 PM - Free time / stargazing

Overnight: Near Yala

3
Day 03

Yala to Udawalawe and Bentota

  • 05:30 AM - Optional: Morning Yala Safari
  • 08:30 AM - Breakfast
  • 09:30 AM - Check-out and drive to Udawalawe
  • 11:30 AM - Elephant Transit Home (12 PM feeding)
  • 01:00 PM - Lunch near Udawalawe
  • 01:45 PM - Scenic drive to Bentota
  • 05:30 PM - Hotel check-in
  • 06:00 PM - Beach relaxation / optional water sports
  • 07:30 PM - Dinner

Overnight: Bentota

4
Day 04

Bentota, Kosgoda, and Return to Colombo

  • 07:30 AM - Breakfast
  • 08:30 AM - Optional: Madu River Safari
  • 10:30 AM - Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery
  • 12:00 PM - Lunch by the beach
  • 01:30 PM - Leisure / swimming
  • 03:00 PM - Return to Colombo
  • 05:30 PM - Drop-off and tour ends
Galle Fort ramparts, Unawatuna Beach shoreline, Yala National Park safari plains, Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home

Where this trip takes you

Galle Fort ramparts, Unawatuna Beach shoreline, Yala National Park safari plains, Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Colombo 7 cities · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private A/C transport with chauffeur-guide
  • 3 nights' accommodation with breakfast
  • Lunch and dinner throughout the tour
  • All fuel, parking, and highway charges
  • Government taxes and service charges
  • SM Tours customer support
  • Travel insurance

What's Not Included

  • Optional activities (water sports, river safari)
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Camera/video permits
  • Yala National Park jeep safari (vehicle)
  • Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home visit
  • Entrance tickets to parks and attractions
  • Safari jeep entrance tickets

What to bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes or sandals
  • Light cotton clothing
  • Swimwear and a beach towel
  • Hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen
  • Insect repellent for safari areas
  • Camera or binoculars
  • Small backpack
  • Cash for entrance fees and extras

Know before you go

  • Early starts are required for safaris.
  • Leopard sightings are not guaranteed.
  • Safari routes depend on park regulations.
  • Whale sightings are not included in this tour.
  • Dress modestly at religious sites.
  • Drone use is prohibited in parks.
  • Itinerary timings may change due to weather and traffic.
  • A moderate fitness level is recommended.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Tour start
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Colombo.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $520.00 — $5,500.00
Double Sharing $520.00 — $5,500.00

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