KANDY
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Kandy's 10 most popular national park safaris. Prices, the operators behind each one, and what the day actually feels like on the ground.
Spend a full day from Kandy hitting Sigiriya, Dambulla caves, and Minneriya elephants by private car, with a safari on top.
“This experience was amazing ! Irfan guided us and showed us all the places, picked up some fresh fruits and breakfast for us as well !”
A private Kandy day trip to **Sigiriya**, **Dambulla Cave Temple**, and a Minneriya safari, with pickup, A/C transport, and flexible pacing.
“The wildlife park was very good we got to see elephants up close and peacocks and the driver and guide were very knowledgable. Had buffet lunch at a nice spot then walking up to Sirigiya and stop off on the way back for fresh coconut! Our guide was very good he was informative and navigated…”
One day from Kandy to Dambulla Cave Temple, Sigiriya Lion Rock, and Minneriya elephants by private AC car with a licensed guide.
“Great day visiting national park and then Sigariya. Large herd of elephants including several babies came almost within touching distance so very special experience. And Siga lions rock an amazing place - pretty hard work getting up the 1200 stairs to see the remains of the palace but made it with some help from guide.”
Private day tour from Kandy to Sigiriya, Minneriya elephant safari, and Dambulla Cave Temple with flexible stops and driver-guide help.
“This tour is much more exciting than I expected! I asked my guide Tony to climb Pidurangala rock instead of Sigiriya rock and I could see wonderful view!! Tony is a great photographer and showed me many good spots to take pictures. During Read more”
Private day trip from Kandy with air-conditioned transport, WiFi, included entry fees, Matale, Dambulla Cave Temple, Minneriya safari, and Sigiriya.
“The tour was super complete and perfect, the attention of the guide Lali was very comfortable and grateful, always super attentive and he was telling us interesting facts and any kind of doubt we had. The truth is that we would not hesitate to recommend this activity to anyone looking for a day of adventure…”
4x4 safari from Kandy to Minneriya/Kaudulla/Hurulu for elephant gatherings, then drop in Trincomalee or Niaveli. Snacks included.
“We enjoyed our safari, as we got to see a lot of elephants as well as water buffalo. Leopards are not in this part of Sri Lanka but still worth seeing. It’s a busy park with many keeps doing the tour, be prepared.”
A private day trip from Kandy to Sigiriya, Dambulla, and Minneriya, with a guided climb prep, cave temple murals, spice stops, and safe driving.
“Driving in Sri Lanka could called “exciting” but Hathi drove skillfully and confidently. I felt safe. He also went out of his way to accommodate my requests. Excellent trip, excellent day. Highly recommended.”
Private 11–12 hour tour from Kandy to Sigiriya, Dambulla Cave Temple, and Minneriya safari, with hotel pickup and air-conditioned comfort.
“Spent some of my most beautiful moments with family in Lanka. Fazeel guided us so well. From bringing us to magical places to making sure we all are comfortable, he is best at what he does. Worth every penny.”
Private Wasgamuwa safari from Kandy: hotel pickup, Jeep ride, bottled water, and strong elephant viewing in a dry-zone park.
“We had an excellent driver, and the whole trip went smoothly. Wasgamuwa is not visited as much as other parks, so we benefited from a quite secluded and personal day on safari. We saw several elephants, deer, pelicans, peacocks and other birds, as well as lots of monkeys. We would definitely recommend this tour.”
Private 4x4 full-day Udawalawe safari with an English guide, spotting elephants, crocodiles, birds, and more, ending around 5 PM.
