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Wildlife
Wild Encounters
Safari time can be shaped around your group, season and preferred wildlife experience.
9 Nights / 10 Days · Private Journey
THE ULTIMATE
SRI LANKA JOURNEY
ANCIENT KINGDOMS • CULTURE • TEA COUNTRY • MOUNTAINS • ELLA • WILDLIFE • SOUTHERN COAST
One Journey. Different Ways.
A deeper journey through the island.
This 9 Nights / 10 Days private journey combines ancient heritage, living culture, tea country, dramatic highlands, Ella, wildlife and the southern coast. The core route is structured, while selected experiences can be adapted around the age, fitness and interests of your group.
Route: Negombo → Sigiriya → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella → Wildlife → South Coast → departure.
Reference price: from USD 1,150 per person, based on a private group of 5 guests.
At a Glance
Designed for 10 days of discovery.
Private travel, selected 3/4-star verified accommodation, breakfast and dinner, and flexible choices at several stages of the route.
9 NightsSuggested pattern: 3 Sigiriya · 1 Kandy · 1 Nuwara Eliya · 2 Ella · 2 South Coast.
Private GroupMinimum reference group of 5 guests, with final pricing adjusted for group size.
MealsBreakfast + dinner included in the reference package.
GuideEnglish- or Italian-speaking guide, subject to confirmed availability.
The Journey
Ten days, one island, many worlds.
The exact order or timing may change when required by weather, roads, railway operations, wildlife conditions, attraction operations or availability.
Day 01
Negombo → Sigiriya
Airport pickup, welcome by the private KANRA team, travel towards the Cultural Triangle, hotel check-in and a relaxed free evening.
Overnight · Sigiriya
Day 02
Sigiriya
Choose Sigiriya Lion Rock or Pidurangala. Explore the ancient landscape, experience village life and local food, enjoy a traditional village lunch, then visit Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Overnight · Sigiriya
Day 03
Ancient Kingdom Choice
Choose Anuradhapura or Polonnaruwa. Explore sacred heritage, ancient stupas and Buddhist sites, or royal ruins, temples, statues and irrigation heritage before returning to Sigiriya.
Overnight · Sigiriya
Day 04
Sigiriya → Kandy
Enter the central hills with the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kandy city and viewpoint, a traditional gem experience, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and a cultural performance subject to schedule.
Overnight · Kandy
Day 05
Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
Travel into tea country. Visit a tea plantation and factory, enjoy tea tasting, then explore selected Nuwara Eliya highlights. Optional Horton Plains for suitable guests.
Overnight · Nuwara Eliya
Day 06
Nuwara Eliya → Ella
Continue through dramatic mountain scenery. Where railway operations and the confirmed itinerary allow, enjoy a scenic train experience before continuing to Ella.
Overnight · Ella
Day 07
Ella
Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam’s Peak for guests comfortable with the walk, Ravana Falls and Ella viewpoints. Optional Nil Diya Pokuna / Blue Water Pond or a relaxed Ella program.
Overnight · Ella
Day 08
Ella → Wildlife → South Coast
Choose Yala National Park or Udawalawe National Park for a private safari experience. The selected park can depend on season, wildlife conditions, route and guest preference.
Overnight · South Coast
Day 09
Southern Coast
Explore Galle and historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue towards Hikkaduwa for a turtle experience and Madu River Safari through waterways and mangrove landscapes.
Overnight · South Coast
Day 10
South Coast → Departure
Final morning according to departure time. Optional final experience if flight timing allows, followed by private transfer towards Negombo, Colombo or the airport.
End of Journey
Choose Your Experience
Build the journey around your group.
Several parts of the route can be selected during planning, allowing the journey to match your pace and interests.
Sigiriya
Sigiriya Lion Rock OR Pidurangala.
Ancient Kingdom
Anuradhapura OR Polonnaruwa.
Highlands
Relaxed Nuwara Eliya OR optional Horton Plains.
Ella
Classic Ella OR optional Nil Diya Pokuna / Blue Water Pond.
Wildlife
Yala OR Udawalawe, depending on season and conditions.
Adventure
Knuckles or another specialist activity can be added by request.
South Coast
Mangrove Waterways
Explore quieter waterways and mangrove landscapes at a relaxed pace.
Southern Coast
Coastal Landscapes
Leave space for ocean views, beaches and slow evenings on the south coast.
Tea Country
Ceylon Tea
Visit a tea factory, learn the process and enjoy a tasting among the highlands.
Highlands
Tea Hill Country
Travel through cool mountain scenery and the green estates around Nuwara Eliya.
Mountain Landscapes
Highland Scenery
Build in scenic viewpoints and flexible stops for photography and exploration.
Wildlife
Elephant Country
Experience Sri Lanka's wildlife landscapes with the safari location chosen for the route.
Culture
Living Heritage
Connect with sacred places, local traditions and the cultural heart of Kandy.
Ocean Evenings
Beach Time
Keep the final days flexible for beach time, coastal walks and sunset moments.
Ella
Blue Water Pond
Add Nil Diya Pokuna / Blue Water Pond when conditions and guest suitability allow.
The Visual Journey
From ancient stone to wild coast.
Ten selected images bring the route to life — heritage, tea country, wildlife, waterways, mountains and the southern coast.
What’s Included
Private travel, thoughtfully arranged.
The reference package is designed as a private, comfortable journey with accommodation, meals and agreed experiences included.
Private Journey & Transport
- Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the journey
- Private group — no unrelated guests
- English-speaking or Italian-speaking guide
- Airport pickup and final airport / agreed-destination transfer
- Fuel, highway tolls and parking
- Driver / guide expenses and local coordination
- 500ml drinking water per guest per day
Accommodation & Meals
- 9 nights selected 3/4-star verified accommodation, subject to availability
- Normally double / twin sharing unless another arrangement is requested
- Breakfast + dinner
- Comparable verified hotel alternative may be provided if the preferred property is unavailable
Agreed Experiences & Entrance Tickets
- All agreed entrance tickets in the confirmed itinerary
- Selected Sigiriya or Pidurangala experience
- Dambulla Cave Temple
- Selected Anuradhapura or Polonnaruwa experience
- Royal Botanic Gardens and Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
- Tea plantation and tea factory experience
- Agreed Ella experiences
- Selected Yala or Udawalawe safari
- Galle Fort, turtle experience and Madu River Safari
Flexible Options
- Own-hotel option available
- Transport + guide-only option available
- Custom routes available
- Optional Horton Plains, Nil Diya Pokuna, Knuckles and specialist activities can be added after discussing suitability and availability
- Final price is calculated according to group size, dates, hotel category, selected experiences and optional activities
Temple & Cultural Etiquette
Travel respectfully.
- Shoulders and knees covered
- Modest clothing at sacred places
- Remove shoes and hats where required
- Follow local temple instructions
- Do not touch religious objects or statues unless permitted
- Photography may be restricted
- Maintain respectful behaviour
- A light shawl or cover-up is useful
What To Bring
Useful for the full route.
- Comfortable walking shoes and optional hiking shoes
- Modest clothing for temples
- Light jacket for the highlands
- Rain jacket, hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
- Swimwear and extra clothes
- Small day backpack
- Personal medication
- Reusable water bottle
- Camera / phone and waterproof bag
Good To Know
Flexible by design.
This is a private journey and can be adjusted when necessary. Exact daily departure times are confirmed during planning rather than published on the public website.
Wildlife sightings are naturally unpredictable and cannot be guaranteed. Optional experiences depend on suitability, weather, safety and availability.
The order of activities may change because of weather, roads, railway availability, attraction operations, wildlife conditions, hotel availability, safety or local circumstances.
Package Conditions & Exclusions
Transparent from the beginning.
Starting price: USD 1,150 per person, based on a private group of 5 guests. Final price varies with group size, travel dates, hotel availability, room category, selected experiences, optional activities, route changes and special requests.
International flights, visa/ETA fees, travel insurance, personal shopping, laundry, alcohol, tips, meals outside the agreed plan, optional activities and personal medical expenses are excluded unless specifically confirmed.
Booking confirmation is subject to the required deposit/payment.
Price
Private journey, built around your group.
The starting reference price is based on a private group of 5 guests. The final quotation is confirmed after dates, hotel availability and selected options are agreed.
FROM USD 1,150 PER PERSON
Based on a private group of 5 guests.
Final pricing may change according to group size, travel dates, hotel category, room arrangements, selected experiences, optional activities, route changes and special requests.
9N/10D · The Ultimate Sri Lanka Journey
READY TO DISCOVER SRI LANKA DIFFERENTLY?
Tell KANRA your travel dates, group size and interests. We will shape the practical route around your group and confirm accommodation, availability and the final quotation.