Sri Lanka · Safari

1-Day Minneriya National Park Safari from Negombo with Elephant Gathering

1 Day Round trip from Negombo Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Enjoy an evening safari in Minneriya National Park
  • 02 Spot one of Asia's largest gatherings of Asian elephants
  • 03 Look out for endangered species such as the Sri Lankan leopard and Sri Lankan sloth bear
  • 04 See different species of mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, and butterflies in the park

Witness Sri Lanka's wild animals and the largest elephant gathering during this unforgettable evening safari at Minneriya National Park. This must-see experience offers the chance to observe not only Minneriya's elephants, but also different species of Asian birds flying over the reserve. Travel from Negombo for an adventurous wildlife safari in one of the country's oldest national parks.

Witness Sri Lanka's wild animals and the largest elephant gathering during this unforgettable evening safari at Minneriya National Park.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
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

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Day 01

Wildlife Safari in Minneriya National Park

  • Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Negombo and travel to Minneriya National Park for an adventurous wildlife safari tour.

  • Reach the destination and begin your safari drive in Minneriya National Park, one of the country's oldest national parks.

  • Learn about the park's history. It was established around the Minneriya Tank, which was built during the 3rd century BC by King Mahasen. The main reason this land was declared a national park was to protect the catchment of the tank, which still remains vital for agriculture and also serves as an important feeding ground for wildlife.

  • Enjoy

Minneriya National Park, elephant gathering at Minneriya Tank, Negombo

Where this trip takes you

Minneriya National Park, elephant gathering at Minneriya Tank, Negombo

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Negombo 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking guide

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

What's Not Included

  • Entrance tickets, if any
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Any personal expenses
  • Meals
  • Safari jeep (4x4)

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Negombo.

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