Trip idea · 9 days / 8 nights
Colombo → Hikkaduwa → Galle → Yala → Arugam Bay → Kumana → Anuradhapura → Wilpattu
Based on a real route from a Sri Lankan trip organiser: south-coast beaches, Galle Fort, three national parks and the surf coast of Arugam Bay.
from €1,500 – €2,400 per person (estimate)
- Length
- 9 days / 8 nights
- Best time
- Apr–Sep (east-coast season)
- Suits
- Couple, Family, Friends / group
- Style
- Beaches, Wildlife
Overview
Based on a real route from a Sri Lankan trip organiser: south-coast beaches, Galle Fort, three national parks and the surf coast of Arugam Bay.
- Snorkelling at Hikkaduwa (or Unawatuna)
- Galle Fort, a UNESCO site
- Yala safaris and the Sithulpawwa rock temple
- Full-day safari in quiet Kumana
- Leopard country at Wilpattu
Day by day
- Day 1
Arrive, down to the south coast
Welcome at the airport and about 1.5–2 hours down the expressway to Hikkaduwa (or Unawatuna, if you prefer a quieter bay).
Overnight: Hikkaduwa
- Day 2
Reefs and Galle Fort
Morning snorkelling or a glass-bottom boat over the coral. After lunch, Galle Fort's ramparts and lanes.
Overnight: Hikkaduwa
- Day 3
To Yala
About 2.5 hours east to a jungle lodge near Yala. Evening bush walk or birdwatching.
Overnight: Yala
- Day 4
Sithulpawwa and safari
Early visit to the ancient Sithulpawwa rock monastery, back before the heat, then an afternoon jeep safari.
Overnight: Yala
- Day 5
Dawn safari, east to Arugam Bay
Early safari with a packed breakfast, then a 5-hour drive past Lahugala (watch for elephants) to the surf coast.
Overnight: Arugam Bay
- Day 6
Kumana full day
Full-day safari in Kumana, a peaceful park famous for birds and leopards, with a picnic lunch.
Overnight: Arugam Bay
- Day 7
Across to Anuradhapura
A long but scenic day (about 6 hours) across the island, with a village tea stop.
Overnight: Anuradhapura
- Day 8
Wilpattu
Full day in Wilpattu, the largest and leafiest national park, known for leopards and sloth bears.
Overnight: Anuradhapura
- Day 9
Back to Colombo
About 4 hours to Colombo for shopping and your flight; a Colombo night can be added.
Usually included
- Private vehicle with guide (car, van or luxury coach for groups)
- 4–5-star hotels, 2 sharing, with breakfast
- Airport welcome and transfers
- Local taxes and the driver's costs
Not included
- International flights
- Sri Lanka ETA (visa)
- Entrance and park fees unless listed
- Lunches, most dinners and drinks
- Tips and personal spending
- Travel insurance
Best months
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr(good time)
- May(good time)
- Jun(good time)
- Jul(good time)
- Aug(good time)
- Sep(good time)
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
About the price
Estimate per person, 2 sharing, 4–5-star hotels with breakfast, private vehicle (car, van or coach by group size) with guide; jeep safaris extra.
Estimate last checked: 13/11/2026
Arranged by: A licensed tour partner based in Sri Lanka
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