Sigiriya: Wasgamuwa National Park Jeep Safari

Discover the untouched beauty of Sri Lanka’s wilderness on a jeep safari in Wasgamuwa National Park. Spot wild elephants, deer, buffalo, and monkeys in a peaceful and natural environment.
Begin your adventure with a pickup from your hotel in Sigiriya, Dambulla, or nearby areas. Travel in a comfortable 4x4 safari jeep designed for safe and clear wildlife viewing. As you enter Wasgamuwa National Park, explore a diverse landscape of dense forests, open grasslands, and riverbanks that support a wide variety of animals.

Wasgamuwa is home to a significant population of wild Asian elephants. Unlike more crowded parks, sightings here feel more natural and relaxed, allowing you to observe elephants feeding, walking, and interacting without large numbers of vehicles around. The park is also known for its variety of other wildlife, including spotted deer, sambar deer, wild buffalo, and monkeys.

With a bit of luck, you may also spot more elusive animals such as sloth bears or even leopards, although these are rare. Reptiles like crocodiles and large monitor lizards can often be seen near water sources. Bird enthusiasts will enjoy spotting species such as peacocks, eagles, kingfishers, and many other native and migratory birds.

The safari lasts approximately 3 to 4 hours, giving you enough time to explore deeper areas of the park. You can choose between a morning safari, which offers cooler temperatures and active wildlife, or an afternoon safari, which provides beautiful lighting and a higher chance of elephant sightings.

Throughout the safari, your experienced driver-guide will share insights about the park, wildlife behavior, and the local ecosystem. This makes the tour both informative and engaging, suitable for all types of travelers including families, couples, and solo adventurers.

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.