Polonnaruwa Ancient City & Safari Tour

Discover Sri Lanka’s ancient history and wildlife on a full-day tour from Sigiriya to Polonnaruwa Ancient City and Minneriya National Park.
Begin your journey with a convenient hotel pickup from Sigiriya, Dambulla, or nearby areas and travel to the ancient kingdom of Polonnaruwa, one of Sri Lanka’s most impressive archaeological sites. Walk through the well-preserved ruins of this UNESCO World Heritage Site while learning about the island’s medieval history.

Visit highlights such as the Royal Palace, Quadrangle, Vatadage, Gal Vihara stone Buddha statues, and sacred temples built centuries ago. After exploring the ancient city, take a break for lunch at a local restaurant (optional) before heading to one of Sri Lanka’s famous wildlife parks for an unforgettable jeep safari.

Depending on seasonal elephant gatherings and wildlife movement, visit either Minneriya National Park, Kaudulla National Park, or Hurulu Eco Park for the best safari experience. Travel in an open-roof safari jeep and keep your camera ready to spot wild elephants, deer, monkeys, peacocks, crocodiles, and many bird species in their natural habitat.

During the dry season, witness the famous elephant gathering, where large herds of elephants can often be seen near the reservoir. Enjoy a perfect combination of culture, history, and wildlife in one memorable day before returning to your hotel in Sigiriya or Dambulla.

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.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.