Sigiriya: Rock Fortress, Village Tour, and Jeep Safari
ID: GYG1301858-1993404
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover the perfect combination of history, culture, and wildlife on a full-day tour in Sigiriya. Visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, enjoy a village tour, and go on a jeep safari.
Start your day with a visit to the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Climb to the top and enjoy breathtaking views, ancient frescoes, and the rich history of this ancient royal palace.
After the climb, continue to a traditional village tour where you will experience authentic rural Sri Lankan life. Enjoy a scenic bullock cart ride through the countryside followed by a peaceful canoe ride across a village lake.
Visit a local home and enjoy a freshly prepared traditional Sri Lankan lunch made with local ingredients.
In the afternoon, set off on a thrilling private jeep safari. Your experienced licensed guide carefully monitors daily elephant movements to choose the best national park for wildlife sightings.
Depending on the season and elephant migration, your safari will take place in Minneriya National Park, Kaudulla National Park, or Hurulu Eco Park.
These parks are famous for large gatherings of wild elephants, offering one of the best wildlife experiences in Sri Lanka. You may also spot deer, peacocks, eagles, and many other animals in their natural habitat.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the rich history of the Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Experience authentic rural Sri Lankan life on a traditional village tour
- Enjoy a scenic bullock cart ride through the countryside
- Savor a freshly prepared traditional Sri Lankan lunch at a local home
- Embark on a thrilling private jeep safari to see elephants and more
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The climb to Sigiriya Rock Fortress involves steep steps.
INCLUDED
- Visit to Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Traditional village tour
- Bullock cart ride
- Canoe ride
- Traditional Sri Lankan lunch
- Private jeep safari
- Experienced driver/guide
- Hotel pickup & drop-off (Sigiriya, Dambulla, Kandalama, Habarana or nearby areas)
NOT INCLUDED
- Sigiriya rock entrance ticket
- National park entrance tickets
- Village tour entrance tickets
- Personal expenses
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 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.
