Day 01
Sri Lanka · Safari
Sigiriya Rock and Wild Elephant Safari from Sigiriya
The journey
Trip highlights
- 01 Visit the ancient Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- 02 See the famous Sigiriya frescoes
- 03 Experience authentic rural village life
- 04 Enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan village lunch
- 05 Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle
- 06 Go on a safari in Minneriya National Park
- 07 Look out for elephants, deer, monkeys, and crocodiles
- 08 Private tour with an English-speaking chauffeur guide
Discover three very different sides of Sri Lanka on this private day trip from Sigiriya. Explore the remarkable Sigiriya Rock Fortress, experience traditional village life in a rural community, and head into Minneriya National Park for a wildlife safari in search of elephants and other native animals.
Along the way, enjoy the comfort of private transport with an English-speaking chauffeur guide. From ancient frescoes and fortress ruins to authentic local traditions and a jeep safari through the national park, this full-day experience combines history, culture, and nature in one memorable journey.
Explore the remarkable Sigiriya Rock Fortress, experience traditional village life in a rural community, and head into Minneriya National Park for a wildlife safari in search of elephants and other native animals.
From the itinerary
At a glance
What this trip includes
Duration
11 Hours
Tour type
Private
Activity level
Moderate
Accommodation
Not included
Transport
Included
Wheelchair access
No
Cities
Sigiriya, Minneriya National Park
Languages
English
Day by day
The itinerary
The route
Where you'll travel
The fine print
Trip details
What's Included
- Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide.
- Safari jeep for the safari in Minneriya National Park.
What's Not Included
- Entrance ticket(s). (Sigiriya Rock, Village Tour, and Minneriya National Park)
- Meals and beverages.
- Expenses of personal nature.
- Gratuities.
Know before you go
- PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Hats & comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- A maximum of 8 people per booking
- Depending on the road traffic conditions allocated time will differ.
- Experience
- A walk, between the paws of a giant historic lion fortress
- The colorful frescoes of Sigiriya
- A chance to learn to cook Sri Lankan food
- A taste of authentic Sri Lankan food and traditions
- A chance to elephants, deer, monkeys, crocodiles and many other wildlife on an exclusive safari
- Your hotel in Sigiriya
Logistics
Meeting & route
Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Sigiriya.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Sigiriya.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey
Your 11 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Sigiriya..
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