Wildlife and Landscapes
Thanks to the Buddhist tradition of conservation, Sri Lanka has no shortage of amazing wildlife roaming the island’s lush tropical landscapes. Visit Yala National Park, which has the highest recorded density of leopards in the world in addition to healthy populations of elephants, sloth bears and an abundance of other animals; or search for rare indigenous birds in the canopy of the Sinharaja Rainforest. To experience more of the island’s stunning landscapes, take a trip to the central highlands and tea plantations of Nuwara or stroll the golden beaches of Bentota.
Sri Lanka Rainforest
Sinharaja Rainforest
2 days, from £236.00
Dense, dark, wet and mysterious - Sinharaja is a primeval forest that is an excellent place for meditation, relaxation and scientific exploration. This relatively undisturbed expanse of primary forest is a Sri Lankan legacy - the last patch of sizeable lowland evergreen rainforest; more intact and undisturbed than anywhere else on the island.
Tea Terraces
Nuwara Tea Country
3 days, from £219.00
Nuwara-Eliya is the heart of Sri Lanka’s tea country and situated in the central highlands at 1,890 meters (5,935 ft). With its lush green rice plantations, Nuwara offers a tropical-like atmosphere with the cool mountain climate of the central highlands. Sri Lanka is one of the world’s major exporters of tea, much of which comes from these very hills. Enjoy two nights in this scenic and quaint hill station town.
Bentota
Bentota
4 days, from £359.00
If you are seeking a relaxed holiday by the beach, then the coastal town of Bentota, famous for its beaches and water sports, is an ideal destination. Enjoy a few days of sun, surf and sand before returning home tanned and delighted.
Ceylon Leopard
Yala National Park Jungle Safari
4 days, from £506.00
Yala National Park is situated in the southeast region of Sri Lanka, in the dry zone bordering the Indian Ocean. All of the island's big game mammals are found within the park, such as the Sri Lankan elephant, the Sri Lankan leopard and the sloth bear. The park is also famous for its abundant bird life, boasting over 140 recorded species. Enjoy a few days on safari in this unique wildlife preserve.
