Русский
සිංහල
Deutsch
Français
Nederlands
Italiano
Español
简体中文
Wildlife
Yala National Park
An early safari experience through one of Sri Lanka’s best-known wildlife landscapes. Sightings depend on nature and conditions.
Tour 02 · 7 Nights / 8 Days · Private Journey
THE ISLAND JOURNEY
From Tea Country to the Wild Coast — a private journey connecting ancient heritage, Kandy, the mountains of Ella, wildlife and the southern coast.
The Experience
Tea country, mountains, wildlife and the southern coast.
This 7 Nights / 8 Days private journey follows a different rhythm across Sri Lanka — beginning around Negombo and the Cultural Triangle, moving through Kandy and tea country to Ella, then continuing to Yala and the southern coast.
Route: Negombo → Sigiriya → Kandy → Tea Country → Ella → Yala → Galle → Hikkaduwa / Madu River → departure.
FROM USD 950 PER PERSON
Reference group: Minimum 5 guests. The reference rate includes accommodation and all agreed entrance tickets. Final price may change with group size, dates, hotels and selected options.
The Route
Eight days. From the highlands to the wild coast.
A balanced private journey with two nights in Ella and two nights on the southern coast. Nuwara Eliya is explored on the way through, rather than used as an overnight stop.
Day 01
Negombo & Arrival
Arrival, rest and time to settle into Sri Lanka. A Colombo city experience can be arranged only if arrival time allows.
Overnight · Negombo
Day 02
Sigiriya & Village Life
Explore Sigiriya or Pidurangala, with Dambulla and a traditional village experience with local food and rural life.
Overnight · Sigiriya / Habarana
Day 03
Kandy & Culture
Royal Botanic Garden, Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, gem experience, Kandy city walk and a cultural show. Ambuluwawa can be added if time allows.
Overnight · Kandy
Day 04
Tea Country → Ella
Travel through the highlands with tea country, waterfalls and Nuwara Eliya sightseeing before continuing onward to Ella.
Overnight · Ella
Day 05
Ella & Scenic Train
Scenic train experience where available, Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam’s Peak, waterfalls and a relaxed Ella town walk.
Overnight · Ella
Day 06
Yala → Galle
Early morning wildlife safari in Yala, followed by the journey south to Galle and time around the historic fort area.
Overnight · Galle / South Coast
Day 07
Hikkaduwa & Madu River
Relaxed coastal day with Hikkaduwa Beach, turtle experience and Madu River. Optional surfing or additional beach time can be arranged.
Overnight · Galle / South Coast
Day 08
Galle → Departure
Final southern-coast morning, then transfer toward Negombo or the airport according to your departure arrangements.
Journey ends
Experience Highlights
A journey with changing landscapes.
Ancient heritage, living culture, cool tea country, Ella’s mountains, wildlife and the Indian Ocean — connected without rushing every day.
Southern Coast
Hikkaduwa & Turtles
Discover the coastal environment around Hikkaduwa with a turtle experience and time beside the Indian Ocean.
Rivers & Mangroves
Madu River
Travel through mangrove-lined waterways and experience a quieter side of the southern coast.
Ella
Nine Arch Bridge
One of Ella’s signature railway landscapes, surrounded by lush mountain vegetation.
Tea Country
Highland Tea Landscapes
Green tea estates, cool mountain air and waterfalls shape the journey toward Ella.
Waterfalls
Mountain Waterfalls
Pause among the highland waterfalls and forest landscapes on the route from Kandy toward Ella.
Buddhist Heritage
Sacred Island
Discover the living Buddhist traditions and peaceful sacred spaces that remain part of everyday Sri Lankan culture.
Kandy
Temple & Culture
Experience Kandy’s sacred heritage and the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in the hill capital.
Southern Coast
Galle & the Ocean
Follow the journey south to historic Galle, coastal landscapes and the warm light of the Indian Ocean.
Wildlife
Yala Leopard Country
Yala is one of the journey’s great wildlife chapters, with the chance to encounter Sri Lanka’s iconic leopard in the wild.
Selected Experiences
Scenes from the journey.
Real photographs supplied for this journey — wildlife, coast, rivers, culture, Ella and tea country.
Stay & Travel
Seven nights, privately arranged.
Two nights in Ella and two nights on the southern coast keep the journey from becoming a constant hotel change.
7 NightsSelected comfortable hotels or suitable alternatives, subject to availability.
Private TransportPrivate air-conditioned transportation throughout the agreed journey.
Accommodation IncludedAccommodation is included in the reference package, with the final hotels confirmed before booking.
Flexible RouteActivities may shift around weather, road conditions, railway schedules, wildlife and availability.
What’s Included
Your private journey includes.
The USD 950 reference rate is based on a 5-person private group and includes accommodation and all agreed entrance tickets.
Private Journey & Transport
- Private air-conditioned transportation throughout the journey
- Professional English-speaking KANRA guide / chauffeur
- Pickup and drop-off according to the confirmed arrangement
- Fuel, highway / expressway tolls and parking
- Local assistance and itinerary coordination
- 500 ml drinking water per guest per day
Accommodation & Meals
- 7 nights accommodation in selected 3-star / 4-star hotels, subject to availability
- Breakfast and dinner according to the confirmed hotel arrangement
- Traditional village lunch when the village experience is selected and confirmed
Agreed Experiences & Entrance Tickets
- All agreed entrance tickets included in the confirmed itinerary
- Sigiriya or Pidurangala
- Dambulla and agreed cultural sites
- Kandy Temple / agreed Kandy attractions
- Tea-country and Ella experiences
- Scenic train ticket where selected and available
- Yala safari when selected in the confirmed itinerary
- Galle Fort, Hikkaduwa turtle experience and Madu River where confirmed
Not Automatically Included
- International flights
- Visa / ETA fees
- Personal expenses and shopping
- Optional activities not selected
- Surfing or additional beach activities unless confirmed
- Additional safari or additional hotel nights
- Tips and gratuities unless agreed
- New government, attraction or third-party charges introduced after confirmation
Your Hotels
Comfortable stays, with flexibility.
KANRA arranges carefully selected accommodation according to availability. Suitable alternatives of a similar standard may be used when required.
Guests may also choose their own hotels. If you arrange accommodation independently, the final rate can be recalculated around the remaining services.
Wildlife & Weather
Nature decides some of the details.
The Yala safari is planned for the morning. Wildlife sightings are never guaranteed, and route or timing may change because of weather, road conditions, park conditions, wildlife movement or operational decisions.
Whichever conditions the day brings, KANRA will aim to keep the main character of the journey intact.
Temple & Religious Site Etiquette
Travel respectfully.
When visiting Buddhist and Hindu religious sites:
- Shoulders and knees should be covered
- Remove shoes where required
- Remove hats/caps where required
- Dress respectfully
- Follow photography restrictions
- Do not touch religious objects or statues unless permitted
- Follow instructions from temple staff and your guide
- Carry a shawl or suitable covering clothing
Respect for Sri Lanka's religious traditions is an important part of the journey.
What To Bring
Recommended for the journey.
- Comfortable walking shoes with good grip
- Light clothing and a warm layer for the highlands
- Rain jacket or umbrella
- Hat / cap, sunscreen and sunglasses
- Insect repellent
- Extra clothes, swimwear and towel
- Camera / phone and personal medication
- Reusable water bottle and small waterproof bag
- Motion-sickness tablets if normally needed
Bring a good mood and an open mind. 🇱🇰
Price
Private journey, built around your group.
The reference rate starts from USD 950 per person and is based on a 5-person private group.
FROM USD 950 PP
Reference group: 5 guests. Accommodation and all agreed entrance tickets are included in the reference package.
The final quotation may change depending on group size, travel dates, hotel category and availability, selected activities, safari arrangements and custom route changes.
Fuel and operating costs may affect final rates. Any revised rate will be confirmed before booking.
Tour 02 · The Island Journey
READY TO EXPERIENCE THE ISLAND DIFFERENTLY?
Tell KANRA your dates, group size and interests. We will confirm the practical route, accommodation, availability and final rate for your private journey.