All-Inclusive Minneriya National Park Afternoon Safari
ID: GYG207024-322173
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Travel to Minneriya National Park to witness a large gathering of Asian elephants. Also spot a variety of rare species of birds, amphibians and reptiles, some of which are endemic to the region.
Begin with an afternoon pickup from your hotel or residence and make your way to Minneriya National Park to begin the safari.
Minneriya National Park comprises about 21,000 acres (8,889 hectares), and contains a vast abundance of wildlife species. Take the opportunity to observe the large herds of magnificent Sri Lankan elephants in their natural habitat at close range. Also, be on the lookout for two rare species of monkey endemic to Sri Lanka, namely the Purple-faced Langur Monkey and the Toque Macaque. Other rare and endangered species such as Sri Lankan leopard and Sri Lankan sloth bear inhabit the park, as well as saltwater crocodiles and Indian pythons, which you may be lucky enough to spot!
After a 3-hour safari spotting these various rare animals, your transport will return you to your accomodation.
Highlights
- Watch elephants drink, play and snack on the green grasses, from close range
- See rare species of animals, birds, reptiles, and butterflies, some of which are endemic to the area
- Be collected and returned to centrally located Polonnaruwa and Giritale hotels
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Roundtrip transportation is available from most centrally located Polonnaruwa and Giritale hotels
• Please arrange pickup from your hotel when you confirm your reservation. The pickup time will be changed according to the pickup location
• This activity is wheelchair accessible provided you have a collapsible wheelchair
• Please wear comfortable clothing
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must bring your own headphones
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
