From Colombo: Five-Day Private Wildlife Photography Tour From Colombo
ID: GYG413150-749560
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
5 days
Description
Escape city life on this five-day photography tour through Sri Lanka’s most famous wildlife sanctuaries, including Yala National Park. Take photos of exotic animals and stay in unique accommodation.
Enjoy an action-packed, five-day photography tour through the best wildlife sanctuaries that Sri Lanka has to offer, from Sinharaja Forest Reserve to Bundala National Park. Grab the chance to take photographs of countless exotic animals and birds – accompanied by a local guide.
Day 1:
Begin your adventure by getting picked up from Colombo, Galle, Bentota, Beruwala, Negombo, or Hikkaduwa. Relax, and enjoy the views in air-conditioned comfort as you head to the first stop, Sinharaja.
After arrival in the late afternoon, follow your guide on a trekking tour in the Sinharaja Rainforest – one of the eight UNESCO World Heritage sites in Sri Lanka. Take the chance to photograph endless species of endemic flora and fauna.
After a busy day of capturing shots of Sri Lankan nature, check in to the Sinharaja Rainforest Eco Lodge, which is located on a plot of land that was once used for tea cultivation. Relax and unwind in this restful sanctuary surrounded by lush forest, and get a good night’s sleep.
Day 2:
Wake up early and devour a continental breakfast whilst taking in the rainforest views. Get driven to Udawalawe and commence a game drive through Udawalawe National Park – one of the best places in Sri Lanka to see wild elephants. Embrace the opportunity to take more wildlife photos.
Once you’re feeling peckish, drive to Grand Udawalawe Hotel for lunch. After that, travel to Yala National Park and stay overnight at Leopard Nest Campsite, another unique accommodation experience.
Day 3:
Wake up at 5:00 AM to freshly brewed Ceylon tea or coffee. Leave for a morning game drive in Yala National Park at 5:30 AM with your camera in tow. Look out for elephants, sloth bears, sambars, jackals, crocodiles, and leopards – of which there are more per area than anywhere else in the world.
Return from the morning trip between 9:00 AM and 10:00 AM to freshly squeezed juices from seasonal fruits followed by breakfast. After breakfast, take a nap on a hammock or check out some of the books about Sri Lankan wildlife conservation in the library.
After lunch at the campsite, make your way to Bundala National Park, which is famous for its exotic migratory bird species. Explore marshes, lagoons, and sand dunes and take photos of over 200 types of birds. Return to the Leopard Nest Campsite for another peaceful night’s rest.
Day 4:
Begin your day with another early start and Ceylon tea or coffee. Embark on a trek to a picturesque lake that offers breath-taking views and more bird-watching opportunities. Take photos of the abundant wildlife, including elephants, deers, palm squirrels, and wild boars.
Eat breakfast at a private location by a lake whilst listening to the sound of singing birds and feeling the fresh breeze on your face. Afterward, explore the village and soak up the local atmosphere in the surrounding area. Return to the campsite for lunch.
In the afternoon, start your game drive at Yala National Park and get another chance to photograph the leopards. Spend the evening at Leopard Nest Campsite reflecting on your past few days of adventure and marveling at the many photos you have taken of the experience.
Day 5:
After breakfast, get driven back to your hotel.
Highlights
- Experience the sights and sounds of some of the rarest wildlife in all of Asia
- Visit four of Sri Lanka’s most famous nature reserves, accompanied by a guide
- Snap impressive shots of rare plants, exotic birds, leopards, and wild elephants
- Stay at unique accommodation in the middle of the rainforest, with food included
- Appreciate the nature at Sinharaja Forest Reserve, Yala National Park, and more
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Children aged 4 years and 11 months and younger are complimentary when accompanied by a paying adult
Children must be accompanied by an adult
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
You must bring your own headphones
You are required to bring and wear a mask
All participants over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 22 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
All participants 12 and older must present physical or digital proof that they've been fully vaccinated with a FDA or WHO-approved vaccine administered at least 14 days before the performance date. Children between 5-11 years old must present proof that they've received at least one dose of a FDA or WHO-approved vaccine and be accompanied by a vaccinated adult meeting the theater's entry requirements. Guests whose last vaccine dose (excluding boosters) was fewer than 14 days before the performance date must also present either a negative PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before the performance starts or a negative antigen test taken no more than 6 hours before the performance starts
Pickup available from most centrally located hotels in Colombo.
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.
