WILD SRI LANKA: THE ULTIMATE WILDLIFE & OCEAN-LIFE TOUR
🐘🌿🐳 WELCOME TO WILD SRI LANKA!
🏞️ A Once-in-a-Lifetime Journey into Sri Lanka’s Untamed Wilderness
Embark on a thrilling 12-day wildlife adventure across Sri Lanka’s most breathtaking landscapes, from lush rainforests and highland plains to vast national parks and pristine coastlines teeming with marine life. Designed for nature lovers, wildlife photographers, and adventure seekers, this journey offers an unparalleled chance to encounter majestic elephants, elusive leopards, rare endemic birds, and even the ocean’s gentle giants—blue whales and dolphins.
🛑 Tour Highlights
📅 Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
🏞️ Destinations: Wilpattu | Kandy | Nuwaraeliya | Horton Plains | Yala & Bundala | Udawalawe | Mirissa | Colombo
👥 Group Size: 8–12 people
🏨 Accommodation: Standard to Luxury Options
📸 Focus: Wildlife & Bird Photography | Marine & Terrestrial Encounters
🌍 When: 11 March 2026
🎒 Activities: Jeep Safaris, Birdwatching, Jungle Walks, Marine & Wildlife Encounters
🌿 Adventures Include:
- 🌲 Rainforest Trekking in Sinharaja – Explore Sri Lanka’s rare endemics
- 🏔️ Highland Hike in Horton Plains – Spot sambar deer & enjoy sweeping views
- 🐘 Safaris in Wilpattu & Yala – Track elephants, leopards & sloth bears
- 🐬 Ocean Safari in Mirissa – Encounter whales, dolphins & vibrant coral life
🇱🇰 Why Wild Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka is a wildlife paradise, where misty rainforests, golden savannahs, and pristine coasts create havens for some of the world’s most captivating species. From stealthy leopards prowling the jungles to herds of elephants by ancient reservoirs and vibrant birdlife filling the skies, every day brings a new masterpiece in nature.
Whether you’re a passionate photographer, an adventure seeker, or a dedicated nature lover, this expedition offers the perfect balance of conservation, exploration, and unforgettable encounters. 🌿📸🐘🐦
Why AWPC Wild Travel?
AWPC Wild Travel is your gateway to Asia’s wildest frontiers.
We design eco-conscious expeditions across 16+ countries, where sustainability meets adventure. From tracking snow leopards in the Himalayas to photographing elephants in Sri Lanka or rare birds in Papua New Guinea, our expert-led journeys connect you deeply with nature.
🌿 Travel with a purpose. Explore with AWPC Wild Travel.
Tour Info
This 12-day odyssey explores Sri Lanka’s most spectacular ecosystems, guided by expert naturalists. Spot and photograph Sri Lankan leopards, witness the great elephant gatherings, trek through Sinharaja’s ancient rainforest, and encounter marine giants in Mirissa. From rare birds to big cats and whales, this expedition promises once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounters. 🌿📸🐆🐘🐳
🛑 Why Book Wild Sri Lanka?
✔ Unparalleled Biodiversity – Misty highlands, untamed jungles, and sun-kissed coasts
📸 A Photographer’s Paradise – Capture leopards, sloth bears, elephants, whales & birdlife
🐘 Iconic Wildlife Encounters – See elephants, big cats, and rare primates up close
🐳 Marine Adventures – Whale watching in Mirissa with dolphins & turtles
🔥 Thrill-Seeker’s Dream – Safaris, rainforest treks, highland hikes & coastal exploration
🌍 Sustainable & Expert-Led – Travel with top naturalists while supporting conservation
💚 Join Wild Sri Lanka and unlock the ultimate Wildlife & Marine Expedition!
Your Investment
💰 WILD HUB Premium Members: $2,290
All-inclusive, shared accommodation. A special rate designed exclusively for AWPC Wild Hub Premium Members.
💲 Standard Rate: $2,890
For non-members who wish to join this expedition.
🛏️ Single Room Supplement: $590
Upgrade to a private room for added comfort.
💎 Upgrade to Luxury Stay: $699
Enhance your journey with added comfort and premium accommodations, now available on this tour.
✨ Upgrade to a Luxury Tour $899
Take your journey to the next level with our luxury upgrade, featuring private transport, exclusive safari Jeeps, premium accommodation, and other high-end facilities. (After completing your booking, simply let us know. We’ll handle the arrangements and provide you with the best quote.)
🌿 Exclusive Advantage
AWPC Wild Hub Premium Members enjoy priority access, exclusive savings, and recognition as part of our conservation-driven community.
📱 Registration Fee: $99
Required via Nas I.O Membership: a non-refundable $99 deposit secures your place on the expedition/tour and is fully applied to your tour price.
What’s Included
🏕️ TOUR INCLUDES: Full-board accommodation, ground transport, national park entry permits, jeep safaris, and guided activities.
🏕️ NOT INCLUDED: International airfare, visa fees, insurance, tips, personal expenses, and any items not specified by the organizer.
🔎 Expert’s Final Overview
Country & Duration: Sri Lanka — 12 Days / 11 Nights
Season(s): Late March 2026 (spring; excellent for both land & marine life)
Target Segment: Wildlife photographers, adventure naturalists, and premium explorers (small group: 8–12 guests)
Key Value Props (from your tour expert):
Dual focus on terrestrial and marine encounters — from leopards and elephants to whales
Exploration of 5 national parks, complemented by a marine safari and coastal conservation visit
Led by our team of expert ornithologists and naturalists
Small group size ensures intimacy and a high guide-to-guest ratio
Balanced mix of birding, big game, and ocean-life experiences
📌 Tour investment
The full tour price is USD 2,290 (standard package).
As a special launch offer, we are extending an early-bird rate of USD 2,890 exclusively for Wild Hub Premium members who confirm their bookings by 31st December 2025.
Why Awpc Wild Travel?
✔ We are Asia’s leading wildlife community, connecting the best in the field.
✔ Our expeditions are led by expert wildlife experts, trackers and local naturalists.
✔ Small groups (8–12) with personalized attention.
✔ Unique, field-tested itineraries designed for serious birders and photographers
✔ Seamless logistics with comfort options — backed by eco-conscious values.
✔ Every journey supports conservation and local communities.
✈️ How To Book This Tour
- Reserve your spot by paying the $99 booking fee.
- Download your tour guide PDF for detailed information.
- Join your one-on-one session where we’ll contact you directly to discuss the tour and next steps.
Contact Us
📱 Hotline (WhatsApp): +65 9148 7504
🐆 Wild Sri Lanka: The Ultimate Wildlife & Marine-life Tour
AWPC Wild Travel Note
All photographs are contributed by AWPC Wild members, with ownership retained by the creators. We thank them for their contributions and proudly support recognition across our platforms. Special thanks to all the contributing photographers.
🐘 Wild Sri Lanka: The Ultimate Wildlife & Ocean Life Tour
🟧 Day 1: Welcome to the Wild – Journey to Wilpattu
🌍 Arrive at BANDARANAIKE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT and begin your adventure with a scenic drive to WILPATTU NATIONAL PARK, Sri Lanka’s oldest and largest reserve. Feel the wilderness closing in as you enter leopard country, surrounded by lakes and dense forests.
🏨 Overnight in WILPATTU
🟧 Day 2: Safari Thrills in Wilpattu National Park
🚙 Spend a full day exploring WILPATTU NATIONAL PARK’s vast wilderness — Leopards, Sloth Bears, Elephants, and Barking Deer roam these ancient villus (natural lakes). Bird enthusiasts can watch for Crested Serpent Eagles, Malabar Pied Hornbills, and Indian Pittas, along with other species present during the season.
☀️ Enjoy the park’s quiet majesty as the sun sets over its mirror-like waterholes.
🏨 Overnight in WILPATTU
🟧 Day 3: Cultural Highlands – Wilpattu to Kandy
🚗 After breakfast, drive through lush countryside to the hill capital of KANDY, nestled around a tranquil lake.
🌿 Afternoon visit to the PERADENIYA BOTANICAL GARDENS, famed for towering royal palms, orchids, and vibrant birdlife like the Layard’s Parakeet and Brown-capped Pygmy Woodpecker, along with other species present during the season.
🏨 Overnight in KANDY
🟧 Day 4: From Sacred Hills to Cool Highlands – Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
🚗 Ascend through the tea-carpeted mountains to NUWARA ELIYA, the colonial “Little England” of Sri Lanka.
🌸 Afternoon visit to the HAKGALA BOTANICAL GARDENS, home to Yellow-eared Bulbuls, Velvet-fronted Nuthatches, along with other species present during the season and vivid flower beds backed by misty hills.
🏨 Overnight in NUWARA ELIYA
🟧 Day 5: Cloud Forests and Highland Wonders – Horton Plains & Nuwara Eliya
🌄 Early morning excursion to HORTON PLAINS NATIONAL PARK, a windswept plateau alive with Sambar Deer, Bear Monkeys, Sri Lanka Bush Warblers, along with other species present during the season and breathtaking views from World’s End.
🌼 Afternoon visit to VICTORIA PARK and a brief city tour of NUWARA ELIYA, visiting tea estates and local landmarks.
🏨 Overnight in NUWARA ELIYA
🟧 Day 6: From the Hills to the Plains – Nuwara Eliya to Yala
🚗 Descend through mountain passes and rural farmlands to TISSAMAHARAMA, the gateway to YALA.
🦁 Afternoon safari in YALA NATIONAL PARK, Sri Lanka’s best-known reserve for Leopards, Elephants, and Sloth Bears, along with wetland birds and crocs basking in the lagoons.
🏨 Overnight in TISSAMAHARAMA
🟧 Day 7: Wetlands and Elephants – Bundala & Udawalawe
🌊 Begin your morning at BUNDALA NATIONAL PARK, a Ramsar wetland teeming with Painted Storks, Herons, and shorebirds.
🐘 Continue to UDAWALAWE NATIONAL PARK, where large Elephant herds roam open grasslands. Enjoy an afternoon safari for close-up encounters and raptors soaring above.
🏨 Overnight in UDAWALAWE
🟧 Day 8: Rainforest Realms – Udawalawe to Sinharaja
🚗 Morning drive through scenic countryside to SINHARAJA RAINFOREST, Sri Lanka’s last primary lowland rainforest and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
🌳 Afternoon exploration of the SINHARAJA RESERVE, alive with mixed-species bird flocks including Sri Lanka Blue Magpie, Red-faced Malkoha, and Green-billed Coucal, along with other species present during the season.
🏨 Overnight in SINHARAJA (lodge or forest-edge hotel)
🟧 Day 9: Deep into Sinharaja – A Rainforest Immersion
🌲 Full-day trek with expert naturalists in SINHARAJA’s pristine forest. Spot endemics like the Ashy-headed Laughingthrush, White-faced Starling, and Sri Lanka Drongo, and listen to the symphony of cicadas, frogs, and streams, along with other species present during the season.
🏨 Overnight in SINHARAJA
🟧 Day 10: To the Coast – Sinharaja to Mirissa
🚗 Drive south to MIRISSA, a golden crescent of beach where rainforest meets ocean.
🌅 Afternoon at leisure — relax by the sea, watch surfers, or enjoy a quiet sunset walk.
🏨 Overnight in MIRISSA
🟧 Day 11: Ocean Giants & Coastal Wonders – Whale Watching & Colombo
🐳 Early morning whale-watching tour of MIRISSA, one of the world’s best spots to see Blue Whales and Spinner Dolphins.
🐢 After lunch, journey to COLOMBO, stopping en route at a turtle hatchery to learn about Sea Turtle conservation.
🏨 Overnight in COLOMBO
Your journey will be guided by an expert tour leader from the AWPC Wild Travel – Sri Lanka team, supported by seasoned local specialists with exceptional skills in tracking birds and wildlife. Alongside experienced jeep safari drivers and knowledgeable naturalists, the team ensures an immersive, safe, and deeply insightful expedition, bringing you closer to Sri Lanka’s incredible wilderness.
Sri Lanka is a land of remarkable biodiversity, where dense jungles, misty highlands, and vibrant coastal waters set the stage for an unforgettable wildlife adventure. From the leopard-rich forests of Wilpattu and Yala to the cloud-kissed grasslands of Horton Plains and the ancient rainforests of Sinharaja, every landscape bursts with life.
Encounter rare and endemic birds in Sinharaja, then sail from Mirissa to witness the ocean’s giants, blue whales and playful dolphins. Whether you’re tracking elusive predators, trekking through lush wilderness, or capturing breathtaking moments through your lens, Wild Sri Lanka promises an extraordinary journey into the very heart of nature.
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