Sri Lanka · Safari

12-Hour Minneriya National Park Safari from Negombo with Elephant Spotting

12 Hours Round trip from Negombo Easy pace

Afternoon Safari in Minneriya National Park

Asian elephants in Minneriya National Park

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Go for game drives to spot the Asian elephants at Minneriya
02 Sight endangered species such as the Sri Lankan leopard and Sri Lankan sloth bear
03 Look out for the 'Gathering of Asian Elephants', a fascinating event in the international wildlife calendar
04 Spot indigenous wildlife including macaque monkeys, spotted deer, sambar deer, wild buffalo, porcupine, boar, and mongoose

Embark on a wildlife game drive from Negombo to one of Sri Lanka's most popular national parks, Minneriya. This tour offers the chance to witness the incredible migration of Asiatic elephants and spot endangered species such as the Sri Lankan leopard and Sri Lankan sloth bear, along with other indigenous animals and birds. It is an ideal safari experience for travellers looking to explore Sri Lanka's rich wildlife in a single day.

This tour offers the chance to witness the incredible migration of Asiatic elephants and spot endangered species such as the Sri Lankan leopard and Sri Lankan sloth bear, along with other indigenous animals and birds.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Negombo, Minneriya National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Negombo to Minneriya National Park Safari

Depart from Negombo to Minneriya National Park, renowned for its Asian elephant population and endangered species such as the Sri Lankan leopard and Sri Lankan sloth bear. The 'Gathering of Asian Elephants' at Minneriya National Park in Sri Lanka has been one of the most fascinating events in the international wildlife calendar.
Upon arrival, go for a game drive to spot macaque monkeys, spotted deer, sambar deer, wild buffalo, porcupine, boar, and mongoose.
Return to Negombo. End of the tour.