Sri Lanka: 10-Day Private Cave, Rock Art & Turtle Tour
ID: GYG1501460-2293447
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País: Sri Lanka
Duración:
10 días
Descripción
Descend into a glowing underground cave lake, trek to prehistoric rock art, climb Sigiriya, and watch wild turtles nest by night on this 10-day private journey across Sri Lanka.
Begin in Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle, climbing the ancient Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress and tracking wild elephants on a full-day safari. The route continues through Matale to Kandy, home of the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, before climbing into the misty tea highlands of Nuwara Eliya.
The journey's centerpiece begins in Ella, where two rare experiences await with certified local guides: descend into Nil Diya Pokuna, a hidden underground cave lake glowing an extraordinary blue, and trek to Kurullangala, a remote cliff face bearing prehistoric rock art thousands of years old. Few travelers ever see either.
From Ella, the route descends to the wild southern coast at Rekawa, where you'll join an ethical night patrol to watch wild sea turtles nest undisturbed on the beach. The final days follow the coast through Mirissa for whale watching, then Galle's UNESCO-listed Dutch Fort, before an airport transfer closes out ten days across Sri Lanka's mountains, forests, and coastline.
Lo más destacado
- Descend into Nil Diya Pokuna, a hidden underground blue cave lake
- Trek to Kurullangala's prehistoric cliff rock art with a certified guide
- Climb the ancient Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress, entrance included
- Watch wild turtles nest at night on an ethical Rekawa beach patrol
- Spot blue whales and dolphins on a sunrise boat tour off Mirissa
Lenguajes de guiado
INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE
Your private driver will transport you between all destinations and handle logistics throughout, but is not a licensed tour guide; guided commentary at individual sites is not included. The Nil Diya Pokuna cave and Kurullangala rock art trek are both led by certified local specialist guides, not your driver. If unsafe weather or conditions prevent either activity, you may choose a full refund of the affected booking; an alternative activity may also be offered. The Day 2 elephant safari takes place at Minneriya, Kaudulla, or Eco Park depending on the season. Blue whale watching is most reliable November through April; sightings are likely but not guaranteed. If the Nanu Oya to Ella train is unavailable, the same route will be completed by private vehicle instead, or you may choose a full refund of the affected booking
INCLUIDO
- Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout
- Private driver, English-speaking
- All fuel and road tolls
- Airport pickup on arrival
- Airport drop-off on departure
- Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress entrance fee
- Elephant safari jeep hire and national park entrance fees
- Nil Diya Pokuna certified caving guide and equipment
- Kurullangala rock art trekking guide
- Train ticket, Nanu Oya to Ella, subject to Sri Lanka Railways availability
- Night turtle watching visit, Rekawa Turtle Conservation Project
- Blue whale watching boat tour
- Tour insurance provided by the local supplier
NO INCLUYE
- Hotel accommodation (we can recommend options)
- Meals and beverages
- International flights
- Personal travel insurance (medical, trip cancellation, and luggage cover)
- Entry tickets to attractions and sites not listed as included
- Optional activities and experiences
¿Cuándo debo reservar?
Para garantizar la disponibilidad de la reserva lo antes posible. Vale la pena reservar con antelación, especialmente si planeas el viaje durante la temporada alta, como los días festivos o los fines de semana.
Cancelaciones
Esta excursión se puede cancelar sin costo alguno hasta :tiempo de cancelación horas antes del inicio del viaje. Si lo cancela después de 24 horas o no se presenta en la excursión, se le cobrará el precio total de la actividad. El retraso en la recogida o en la salida se considerará como no presentarse.
