Sri Lanka · Safari

3 Days National Park Safari Trail

3 Days Round trip from Tissamaharama Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park
02 Chance to see Sri Lankan elephants and other wildlife
03 Evening safari in Bundala National Park
04 Excellent birdwatching in Bundala’s coastal wetlands
05 Visit Kataragama and surrounding places
06 See the Hummanaya Blow Hole in Tangalle
07 Explore historic Galle Fort
08 Private transport with accommodation, breakfast, and dinner included

Discover Sri Lanka’s southern wildlife circuit on this 3-day safari trail, combining time in Udawalawe and Bundala National Parks with scenic stops along the coast. This journey is ideal for travellers who want to experience elephants, birdlife, wetlands, and some of the island’s best-known southern highlights in one trip.

Head out on a jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park, widely known as one of the best places in Sri Lanka to see elephants, then continue to Bundala National Park, a renowned destination for birdwatching and coastal wildlife. Along the way, visit Kataragama, see the Hummanaya Blow Hole in Tangalle, and explore historic Galle Fort before returning to Colombo.

With accommodation, breakfast and dinner, private transport, mineral water, and an English-speaking guide included, this safari trail offers a comfortable way to explore Sri Lanka’s wildlife and southern landscapes.

Head out on a jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park, widely known as one of the best places in Sri Lanka to see elephants, then continue to Bundala National Park, a renowned destination for birdwatching and coastal wildlife.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Colombo, Galle, Mirissa, Tissamaharama, Udawalawe National Park, Bundala National Park, Kataragama, Tangalle, Hambantota

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 03

03 Day Tour To Tissamaharamaya

DAY 01 - Udawalawa/Tissamaharama

Pick you up at the hotel
Early in the morning with a take away breakfast pack.
Proceed to Tissamaharama via Udawalawe.
Stop for Lunch at Udawalawe.
Leave on a Jeep Safari to Udawalawe National Park to experience a wildlife adventure.
Udawalawe National Park is the third most popular park in Sri Lanka. The primary attraction is a herd of approximately 250 elephants which are generally found near the Udawalawe reservoir. It is also possible to spot leopards in the park although this is rare. The national park is most famous as the best place in Sri Lanka to see Sri Lankan Elephants. In fact, it is the only national park in the country where an elephant sighting is guaranteed on every safari trip.
After the safari continue the journey to Tissamaharama
Check-in at the hotel
Have dinner
Overnight at the hotel

DAY 02 - Bundala National Park

Breakfast at the hotel
Leisure at the hotel
Leave the hotel for an evening safari to Bundala National Park
Bundala National Park Located about fifteen kilometers east of Hambantota, Bundala National Park is one of Sri Lanka's foremost destinations for birdwatchers, protecting an important area of coastal wetland famous for its abundant aquatic (and other) birdlife. The park is also home to significant populations of elephants, Marsh & estuarine crocodiles, turtles & other fauna, including the leopard.
Visit Kataragama and surrounding places
End of the day back to hotel
Take dinner
Overnight stay at the hotel

DAY 03 - Tangalle/Colombo

After breakfast at the hotel
Leave for Colombo via Galle
Arrive in Tangalle to visit the Blowhole (Hummanaya)
The Hummanaya Blow Hole is a natural wonder that sprays a jet of sea water into the air between two giant rocks; sometimes reaching heights of over 80 – 100 feet, and should be added to your list of things to see while you stay with us in Mirissa. The best time to see this is during high tide, as you can experience the salty spray on your skin as seawater jets towards the sky and falls back on its wide-eyed audience.
Visit Galle Fort
A city on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka. It is known for Galle Fort, the fortified old city founded by Portuguese colonists in the 16th century. Stone seawalls, A key part of the Fort’s appeal is that it isn’t just a pretty place. Sure, tourism now dominates the local economy, but this unique city remains a working community: there are administrative offices and courts, export companies, schools and colleges.
Proceed further colombo
Drop you off to the hotel in Colombo