Yala Block I is Sri Lanka's best-known leopard park — but it's Wilpattu in the northwest, quieter and less visited, where your guide will take you first. This seven-day loop covers three distinct ecosystems: the ancient tank country of Minneriya, the scrub forest of Wilpattu, and the coastal dry zone of Yala.
Dawn drives, bush picnics, and an unhurried pace, away from the convoy routes.
Your 7-day itinerary
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- Afternoon jeep safari in Minneriya National Park 🐘
- Famous for the "Gathering" — hundreds of elephants around the ancient tank (Jul–Oct)
- Painted storks, grey herons, cormorants in vast numbers
- Afternoon entry into Wilpattu — famous for its "villus" (natural lakes)
- Leopards, sloth bears, spotted deer, sambar, Sri Lankan jackal
- Far fewer jeeps than Yala — genuine wilderness feel
- Second drive into the park at golden hour
- Sloth bear sightings most common at dusk
- Star gazing from camp after dinner — zero light pollution
- Enter Yala Block I late afternoon for golden-hour drive
- Elephants, water buffalo, mugger crocodiles at the lagoons
- Sri Lankan leopard — most visible in the early morning
- Asian elephant herds at the waterholes
- Mugger crocodile, water monitor, land monitor
- Painted storks, sea eagles and plenty of other birdlife
What's included
- All accommodation (6 nights)
- Private vehicle throughout
- Your guide (Days 1–6)
- All park entrance fees & jeep hire
- 8 safari drives across Minneriya, Wilpattu and Yala
- All airport and inter-city transfers
- Daily breakfast
- WhatsApp support during your trip
Not included
- International flights
- Lunches and dinners (unless noted)
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Sri Lanka visa fee
How pricing works
Every trip is quoted individually — for your dates, group size, hotels and vehicle. Send us your details and you'll get a personal quote within 24 hours, on WhatsApp or by email.
What affects the price
- Group size
- Season
- Hotel level
- Transport
- Number of days
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- Your travel dates
- Number of travellers
- Hotel level
- Interests
- Where you're flying from
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