Galle
Arrive at the pearl of the Indian Ocean.
Transfer to Closenberg Hotel at Galle for three nights.
The journey
Join up for this journey for a closer look at Sri Lanka's Big Five; the blue whale, sperm whale, Asian elephants, leopards and sloth bears for a fascinating fortnight. For a small island barely noticeable in the world map, Sri Lanka is indeed a real surprise for its varied wildlife, a hot spot for photography and eco-tourism.
At a glance
Day by day
Arrive at the pearl of the Indian Ocean.
Transfer to Closenberg Hotel at Galle for three nights.
Out of the total Big Five, start off the day by visiting two biggies in the aquatic world. Sri Lanka is renowned as one of the best sizzling spot for seeing blue whales and quite famously the most convenient and ideal location to see both blue whales and sperm whales together.
Dining and overnight stay at the Closenberg Hotel, Galle.
Drive to Mirissa Fisheries Harbour, located in the well-protected Weligama Bay. It is complete with all Marine Structure and Shore Facilities.
Sail over the sea in search of blue and sperm whales.
Dining and overnight stay at the Closenberg Hotel Galle.
Catch up your rest for the remainder of your morning and prepare for an afternoon game drive to Yala National Park in search of leopards, sloth bears and the adorable Asian Elephant. Though the rest of the Big Five can be contacted here, you will see more of leopards than any other since Yala National Park is world-famous for its highest density of leopards.
Look forward to the Journey to Chaaya Wild for three consecutive nights.
Dining and overnight stay at the Chaaya Wild.
Explore the unexplored areas of Yala National Park in search of more beautiful sightings of leopards and sloth bears.
Dining and overnight stay at Chaaya Wild.
After feasting on a delicious breakfast, leave for Kalu's hideaway for one night stay, and step on to another forest reserve named Udawalawe National Park for more sightings of Asian Elephants and the others.
Explore the park that was created to provide a sanctuary for wild animals displaced by the construction of the Udawalawe Reservoir.
Dining and overnight stay at Kalus hideaway.
Leave for the Amaya Hills Kandy for one night. Its time for a break. After a series of hedonistic experiences, reminisce the pleasant moments of the past 7 days here.
Go to the Sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic.
Dining and overnight stay at Amaya Hills Kandy.
Leave Amaya Hills for the Palm Garden Village at Anuradhapura for the next 3 nights.
Go for thrilling safaris at Wilpattu National Park in search of sloth bear and leopard and also beautiful barking deer, spotted deer, sambar, jackal, Asiatic buffalo and some mammals.
After the jungle thrills are over, head to Alankuda beach hotel for three nights to visit the marine giants at Kalpitiya.
Spend the morning and afternoon on boats looking out for sperm whale. It is the largest toothed whale in the world. The deep-sea off the Kalpitiya provides an ideal habitat for these giant marine hunters.
See spinner dolphins, where pods are regularly seen within a few kilometres of the shore.
Explore Alankuda Beach, the busiest and best beach for non-kitesurfing.
Transfer to the airport to journey back home.
The route
The fine print
Accommodation on HB basis (Breakfast and Dinner)
Transportation in an A/C car (Up to 02 Pax)
A/C microvan (03 - 06 Pax)
Airport transfers
English-speaking naturalist Sri Lankan chauffeur guide
Entrance tickets for all activities mentioned above
Jeeps for safaris where mentioned
Government taxes
This is a seasonal tour
The recommended period for travel would be November - April
Logistics
Your 14 days finish where they began, in Galle.
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