A Day with Elephants, Safari Tour at Minneriya

Minneriya is one of the most admired national parks in Sri Lanka. Our Minneriya safari tour is a private tour that is uniquely designed to give you an astounding safari experience in Sri Lanka. You or/and your group will be accommodated comfortably in a vehicle according to the size of the group, and we will be providing a well-informed guide to take you through the safari. Language-specific guides can be arranged on request as we are well equipped with excellent tour guides. You will be given a brief overview of the country and the Minneriya safari tour.

About Minneriya National Park

Minneriya is ideal for all nature lovers to spend some quality time in the wilderness, witnessing the marvelous miracles of nature. It is a world-renowned wildlife spot where people from all over the globe come to see it. It is indeed an experience worth having! Between July and September, Minneriya holds one of the largest gatherings of elephants, numbering over 300 in number.

Minneriya National Park is situated in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka and is full of mighty elephants enjoying the tropical nature while breathing all the fresh air from the Minneriya Reservoir. The tour includes a safari ride across the park, with an extensive idea of the park and its elephants. Even though the elephants take most of the focus, Minneriya is home to numerous endemic animal species. The park has over 160 kinds of birds, endemic sloth bears, leopards, and many more! We make certain that you receive the best service possible by informing you about wildlife in Sri Lanka and how it is protected.

Sri Lanka is one of the most blessed islands in the whole world in terms of nature, animals, and weather. Nature has covered and protected Minneriya. Your queries regarding elephants and other animals that have occupied the park will be answered by our excellent tour guides. Minneriya is protected by the Wildlife Reserve because of its countless animals and trees. The park oversees the largest reservoir to be built by King Mahasena in the 3rd Century AD.

Watching these mighty, yet gentle elephants is a must-see as they interact with their own kind so beautifully and wander on the soil of Sri Lanka. You will see them spending time on the water, mothers washing their sons and enjoying their company. It is amazing to see what they do as animals in such harmony. Because of its forest-covered atmosphere, the cooling breeze goes back and forth throughout the day, and it makes the safari even more relaxing.

One of the best!

For those of you who need to experience the wildlife at its best, the Minneriya Safari Tour is the best of choices! Your safari will be a memory to cherish all your life. It is also very informative and interesting. Come and enjoy the bountiful Safari Tour at Minneriya with us, experiencing the largest gathering of elephants in the whole of Asia. You will be surprised! Make sure to take as many pictures as you can, so you can later see what a wonder it really is.

Minneriya Safari Tour with Mahaweli Tours & Holidays

Possible Starting / Pick-up Locations :
Colombo, Negombo, Sigiriya, Dambulla, Kandy, Polonaruwa, Anuradhapura, Trincomalee, Nilaveli, Pasikudah  (You can let us know your exact location for us to check and confirm the possibility)

Duration : Safari Tour will take around 3 ½ on average.

Tour Type : A private tour. Vehicle and the Guide / Chauffer guide are dedicated to you / your group. Minneriya safari tour will be done by an off road vehicle and traveling to the starting point and back will be done by Comfortable Car / Van / Mini coach.

(Featured Image Credit: Chathura Buddhika)

Yala Safari Tour will take you on a thrilling wildlife adventure in Sri Lanka!

Are you an adventurous person who loves to travel? or are you a person who admires nature? Yala Safari Tour will fulfill all of these requirements.

This Yala Safari Tour is particularly designed to provide the best safari experience to our clients. You will be accompanied by our well-knowledgeable guides who are proficient in English. If you require language-specific guides, that can be arranged upon request. You will get an unforgettable experience in the wilderness while breathing in the freshest air from the forest around.

 

About Yala National Park

Yala National Park is an enormous area of lush forests, green pastures, and scattered pools bordering the Ocean. Out of all the national parks in Sri Lanka, Yala is one of the biggest and most condensed ones. It is full of everything Sri Lanka’s nature has to offer.

Geographical location and history of Yala National Park

Yala National Park is situated in the Southeast part of Sri Lanka, neighboring an ancient Buddhist Monastery and old rock painting. This is an added advantage for its value and it adds depth to its history. It is surrounded by pilgrimages and brings a lot of devotees to the site, apart from the tourists. The endless flora and fauna on the premises are astounding and it is very pleasant to the eye to see the coordination between animals and trees. Nature is wonderful!

One of the biggest wildlife sanctuaries

Yala is a huge area of forest and wildlife on one soil. It is considered one of the world-renowned national parks because of its diversity. The area is filled with numerous species of animals and trees. The park also has lakes, streams, and lagoons. It is home to most of the species on the entire island. Yala has been admired and loved by locals and foreigners from the beginning of time. The greatest attraction of the premises is the animals in their natural element.

If you are up to challenging, adventurous, yet satisfying visitations, Yala is a must-go. It will allow you a lifetime to embrace everything the island offers in one tour. Come and marvel at the elephants bathing in the lakes and streams with their babies, breathe the lung-refreshing air, be amazed at the leopards, listen to the endless singing of the birds, and many more. It is indeed a treat of a lifetime.

 

Come and experience this unforgettable Safari Tour to Yala National Park

For your entire globetrotter who loves adventures, this Yala Safari Tour will give you one of the best memories to cherish. It is nothing but pure tranquility and peace from nature. If you are someone who inhales nature and admires its miraculous wonders, Yala has it all! Make sure to come with your cameras because you won’t want to miss out on peacocks dancing, herds of elephants wandering, leopards hiding behind bushes, sloth bear waiting for prey, and the pure breeze of nature. Click as many pictures and selfies as you want because Yala Safari Tour will be the most highlighted destination of your entire itinerary. You will not be disappointed. All you ever wanted to see in the wilderness will be displayed in their best element.

Grab your smartphones, cameras, and water bottles, and get ready for this amazing tour with us to one of the most beloved national parks on the island!

 

Yala Safari Tour by Mahaweli Tours & Holidays

Possible Starting / Pick-up Locations :
Yala, Thissamaharama, Galle, Matara, Tangalle, Dikwella, Mirissa, Unawatuna, Udawalawa, Ella, Badulla, Bandarawela, Haputhale, Arugambay

Duration: Our Yala safari tour will take around 3 ½ on average.

Tour Type: A private tour. Vehicle and the Guide / Chauffer guide are dedicated to you / your group. The Yala safari tour will be done by an off-road vehicle and traveling to the starting point and back will be done by a Comfortable Car / Van / Mini coach.

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Read More about our other wildlife tours;

Wilpattu Safari Tour

Wasgamuwa National Park Safari Tour

 

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(Yala Safari Caver Image Credit: Pip Jones from Twitter)

The Madulsima Mini Worlds End is a fabulous place to visit in the Badulla District. It is situated in the Madulsima area at an elevation of 1357m. The place has recently become popular among many local travelers. But it is an unknown place for most. You can observe a large portion of the eastern province from here. The view is absolutely mind-blowing, and it is fantastic for a photographer.

Location

Madulsima Mini Worlds End is situated in the village of Pitamaruwa. It is a small village which is situated 60km away from Badulla City. The distance to the place from Passara is 42km and from Madulsima, a small town, is 18km. Anyhow, the location is 290km away from the capital, Colombo.

Public transport is available to the Madulsima from Passara or Badulla. But it is perfect if you can use a private vehicle. Road conditions are poor in some parts. Therefore, it’s better if you can also use a 4-wheel vehicle or a bike. The surroundings of the route are very scenic with the greenish tea plantations. That will add additional beauty to your trip. The last part of the trip should be done by foot.

More facts about Madulsima Mini Worlds End

The mini worlds end is situated on the edge of the Roeberry Tea Estate. However, it is managed by the tourist board of the Uva Province. You are allowed to go camping in the area. But you should also consider the heavy wind. The panoramic view will definitely amaze anyone. Such a fantastic place to fly a drone and observe it from a bird’s-eye view.

The fog will cover the place on most occasions. The average temperature is around 18 °C and the annual rainfall is around 2000 mm. You should consider the weather before you go here. This is another place rich in leaches. So, please bring leech protection.

What can you observe from the Madulsima Mini Worlds End ?

The morning picture is wonderful with the sunrise. You can see clouds under you in most of the early mornings. The view is clear if the mist doesn’t affect it.

Mahiyangana, Sorabora Wewa, Senanayaka Tank, Ampara, Bibile, Kokagala, Mahaoya, Monaragala, etc. are some of the clearly visible places.

Final Words

Madulsima Mini Worlds End is a nice place to visit in Badulla. You can observe a beautiful picture from there. Aradunu Ella is a scenic waterfall you can go in the Pitamaruwa Village. DS Rock is another attractive mountain which you can observe during the trip.

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(Featured Image Credit: A w e s o m e from Facebook)

With natural beauty, ancient value and modern adventures, Sri Lanka is a finest destination in South Asia. Travelers can easily reach the island from any part of the world as it locates in the middle of the Indian Ocean and it is well known as Pearl of the Indian Ocean. 

If you are a lover of safari tours, there are many places to visit in Sri Lanka. Yala National park, Wilpaththu, Udawalawa and Kumana are some of them. 

The Background Story

Kumana National Park is the most popular bird sanctuary in Sri Lanka and it is located in southeast coastal line in Sri Lanka. Actually, it is a part of Yala National park and earlier it was known as Yala East National Park.

The park has an ancient historical value also that it becomes a part of an ancient civilization belonged to 3rd century BC. When we consider the most recent history, it was closed from 1985 to 2003 due to the civil war in Sri Lanka. Not only was that but the park affected by Tsunami also in December 2004

Things to do

As a huge national park and there are plenty of wilderness and natural beauty, Safari tour at Kumana National park is the ideal option to do. However, you may wonder what is the best season to visit there? As there is no hard a strict rule to visit that this is the best month, you should be careful on the rainy season. It will disturb your entertainment and you may miss the beauty of wildlife. Therefore February to July is the best time to visit. From April to July you can watch many species of birds that they are nesting and breeding during this period. 

There is a private safari tour dedicated to you or your group where will be allocating a comfortable vehicle depending on the size of the group. Accordingly, you can enjoy Wildlife safari, Full day safari, Private safari or a Jeep safari. You can decide the time of your safari whether it is morning or afternoon depending on what types of animals and birds you need to watch.

Only thing you should do is book your tour in advance. It is better to accompanied by a guide also, because there are several obstacles in the park. More tricky roads may confuse you and without the knowledge and experience of them, you may not spot the birds and animals as you wish. 

You can see birds like pintail snipes waterfowl and wading birds, storks, moorhens, ducks, and ibis. During the nesting season, they migrate from all over the world. Therefore bird watching is a major activity. At the same time, this is a home for turtle, otters, crocodiles, elephants, wild boars, peacocks and many more species.

There are few camping sites are also available in the park. 

During your visit to this place always be quiet and patient to enjoy the maximum and for the safety, because you are entering a world of wildness. And do not forget your camera.  

Kumana National Park Safari with Mahaweli Tours & Holidays

Possible Starting / Pick-up Locations:
Arugambay, Ella, Thissamaharama, Udawalawa or any other nearby location. (You can let us know your exact location for us to check and confirm the possibility)

Duration: Safari Tour will take around 3 ½ on average.

Tour Type: A private tour. Vehicle and the Guide / Chauffer guide are dedicated to you / your group. Safari tour will be done by an off road vehicle and traveling to the starting point and back will be done by Comfortable Car / Van / Mini coach.

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(Kumana National Park Cover Image Credit: Surf Ali on Instagram)