Into the wild
Your safari experience.
Declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1938 and upgraded to a national park in 1997, Minneriya National Park is a top safari destination in Sri Lanka. Its rich history, centered around the ancient Minneriya tank, makes it a protected area of significance. Located approximately 182 kilometers from Colombo, this prime birding spot attracts visitors year-round.
With an average annual rainfall of 1,500–2,000 millimeters, it’s best to plan your Minneriya National Park Safari between May and September to avoid the rainy season from October to January. Despite its dry zone classification, the park features diverse habitats, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands.
During your safari, expect to encounter a diverse range of wildlife, including elephant herds of up to 200 individuals, sloth bears, sambar deer, leopards, axis deer, and various monkey species. Birdwatchers will also appreciate spotting spot-billed pelicans, grey herons, and many other avian species.
What to look forward to
- Elephants around Minneriya Tank
- Pelicans, herons and other birdlife
- Dry-zone forests and wetlands
Inclusions
Confirm these arrangements and the final price with your personal quote.
- Transportation by a Luxury 4WD Safari Jeep: Travel comfortably and safely in our well-equipped 4WD Safari Jeep.
- Service of an Experienced driver/tracker: Benefit from the expertise of our skilled driver/tracker.
- Entrance Fees to the National Park: Access the natural habitats of the National Park.
- All taxes, fees, and handling charges: No hidden costs, everything is included.
- Pickup and return in the agreed Habarana hotel area or at the park entrance
Exclusions
- Gratuities (recommended): Appreciate exceptional service with gratuities.
- Additional Charges for Pickup/Drop-off: Sigiriya hotels (1500LKR) and Dambulla hotels (2000LKR).
- Anything not mentioned in inclusions: Additional expenses are not covered.
Pickup & planning
Habarana / Sigiriya / Dambulla / park entrance
Safari time, availability and transfers are confirmed before booking. Wildlife sightings depend on conditions on the day.
