£1499pp—Spot leopards, elephants & crocodiles in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is one of the best countries in Asia for wildlife spotting. On this week-long tour, you'll get to meet elephants, plus go on two game drives—as well as some cultural experiences, too. 

What's included

• Return flights
• Shared group transfers throughout, in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide 
• One night in Colombo at the Sofia Colombo City Hotel, with breakfast and dinner
• Two nights in Udawalawe at the Centauria Wild, with daily breakfast and dinner
• Two nights in Tissamaharama at the Kithala Resort, with daily breakfast and dinner
• Two nights in Waskaduwa at the Citrus Waskaduwa, with all-inclusive board, covering all meals, drinks, snacks, and unlimited local drinks
• A candelit dinner on the last evening
• All entry fees and excursions as per the itinerary

When

• London Gatwick… 2, 30 November; 2 December, 2026; 25 January; 26 February; 10 March, 2027
• London Heathrow… 2, 30 November; 2 December, 2026; 14, 25 January; 26 February; 10 March, 2027
• Manchester… 14 January; 10 March, 2027

Depart in April–June from £1599 per person.

Fly from Glasgow from £1699 per person.

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Itinerary
Upon arrival, you'll be transferred from the airport to the hotel in Colombo. The next day, head off on a sightseeing tour of the city. Explore the historic Fort District, the impressive Gangaramaya Temple, the elegant Cinnamon Gardens, and more. After a day of sightseeing, travel to Udawalawe and check into the safari lodge.

It's an early start the next morning as you head off on your first game drive in Udawalawe National Park. You might spot elephants, crocodiles, monkeys, wild boar, over 200 species of birds, and the elusive Sri Lankan leopard. In the evening, go on a nature walk along the Udawalawe Reservoir Dam.

The next day, visit the Elephant Transit Home, a rehabilitation centre dedicated to caring for orphaned elephants. In the afternoon, travel to Tissamaharama via the sacred town of Kataragama. You'll experience an authentic Pooja ceremony here—think colourful rituals, chanting, incense, and traditional drumming. 

Head into Yala National Park the following afternoon. You'll go for your second game drive here—another chance to spot some leopards. The next day, journey along Sri Lanka's beautiful southern coast, stopping at a tea estate. Tour the plantation, visit the factory, and sample more than 20 varieties of tea on a guided tasting. It's then onto the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort for a guided walk through its cobbled streets.

The holiday finishes by the shores of the Indian Ocean, in Waskadusa. All your meals and drinks are included, and on the final night, you'll get a special candelit dinner to round off the trip in style. If two nights isn't enough, you can extend your beach stay for a supplement (prices below).

Other options

• Add two extra nights in Waskadusa from £1749 per person
• Add four extra nights in Waskadusa from £1999 per person
• Add another week in Waskadusa from £2199 per person

Transfers & baggage
Shared group transfers are included throughout. Checked baggage can be added via the airline after your booking is confirmed.