12 Days Sri Lanka Wildlife & Beach Holiday Package
- 12 days, 11 nights
- Starts in Katunayake
- Free enquiry, no obligation
- Planned by a dedicated travel specialist
- 24/7 emergency support while you travel
Tour overview
- Duration
- 12 days, 11 nights
- Tour starts
- Katunayake
Experience a 12-day Sri Lanka Tour from Singapore combining wildlife safaris, ancient heritage, wilderness stays and relaxing coastal escapes. The journey begins near Wilpattu National Park with a camp stay and morning safari, followed by visits to the ancient cities of Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa and the historic Buddhist site of Mihintale. Continue east to Gal Oya for morning and afternoon safari experiences before heading to Arugam Bay for two nights on the coast, including a full-day safari at Kumana National Park.
The journey then moves south to Talalla for three nights at a beachfront retreat, with time to relax and optional experiences such as whale watching, a Yala National Park jeep safari, yoga, surfing and cycling in the paddy fields available at additional cost. Continue along the coast to Galle for a visit to the Dutch Fort before travelling to Colombo for sightseeing and ending with an overnight stay in Negombo. This combination of national parks, ancient heritage, coastal stays and wellness time offers a varied 11-night Sri Lanka holiday.
Tour highlights
Talalla Beach Retreat. Enjoy three nights by the coast with time to relax and optional wellness activities.
Gal Oya & Kumana Safaris. Experience multiple wildlife encounters, including elephants, birds and leopard habitats.
Ancient Anuradhapura & Mihintale. Explore ancient Buddhist sites and important landmarks shaped by Sri Lanka’s heritage.
Wilpattu National Park Safari. Spot Sri Lanka’s wildlife on a morning safari through this diverse national park.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Sri Lanka & Wilpattu
Highlights: Airport arrival, Private transfer to Wilpattu, Big Game Campsite
- Welcome to Sri Lanka. Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, meet your guide and travel approximately 4 hours to your accommodation near Wilpattu National Park. Settle into the campsite and relax after your flight, surrounded by a wilderness setting close to one of Sri Lanka’s major wildlife parks.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2
Wilpattu Safari & Anuradhapura
Highlights: Morning Safari at Wilpattu National Park, Anuradhapura Ancient City Tour
- Start the day with a morning safari in Wilpattu National Park, exploring its varied ecosystems and looking out for wildlife including elephants, leopards, sloth bears and a wide range of birdlife. After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to Anuradhapura Ancient City. Explore its historic ruins and important Buddhist monuments before returning to your campsite in Wilpattu.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
Mihintale & Relaxation in Girithale
Highlights: Mihintale Temple, Local Restaurant Lunch, Hotel Leisure Time
- Visit Mihintale, an important Buddhist site known for its shrines, stupas and caves spread across wooded hills. After lunch at a local restaurant, continue to your accommodation in Girithale. The remainder of the afternoon is free to rest and enjoy the hotel facilities.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Polonnaruwa & Minneriya Safari
Highlights: Polonnaruwa Ancient City, Afternoon Safari at Minneriya National Park
- Travel to Polonnaruwa Ancient City, the second-oldest Sinhalese kingdom, and explore its well-preserved archaeological remains, historic structures and former irrigation landscape. After lunch, continue to Minneriya National Park for an afternoon safari. The park is known for its wildlife and is particularly associated with large gatherings of wild elephants.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Gal Oya National Park Afternoon Safari
Highlights: Journey to Gal Oya, Afternoon Safari at Gal Oya National Park
- Leave Girithale in the morning and travel towards Gal Oya, stopping for lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, head into Gal Oya National Park for a safari through its forests, wetlands and island-rich landscape. The park supports a wide variety of mammals and birdlife, creating another opportunity to observe Sri Lanka’s wildlife in its natural environment.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
Gal Oya Morning Safari & Arugam Bay
Highlights: Morning Safari at Gal Oya National Park, Journey to Arugam Bay, Coastal Leisure
- Begin with a morning safari in Gal Oya National Park, where you may have opportunities to observe Asian elephants and other wildlife. After lunch at a local restaurant, continue towards Arugam Bay on Sri Lanka’s east coast. Arrive at your beachfront accommodation and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
Full-Day Kumana National Park Safari
Highlights: Full-Day Safari at Kumana National Park, Wildlife Viewing, Birdwatching, Picnic Lunch
- Spend the day exploring Kumana National Park on a full-day safari. The park is well known for its birdlife, with wetlands attracting species including pelicans, painted storks, spoonbills, herons, egrets and other waterbirds. The park is also recognised as an area for leopard sightings. A picnic lunch is arranged by the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8
Arugam Bay to Talalla Retreat
Highlights: Transfer to Talalla, Talalla Retreat, Beach Leisure
- Depart Arugam Bay and travel south towards Talalla. Arrive at Talalla Retreat, a beachfront boutique resort set beside a sandy beach and calm coastal waters. The next three nights provide time to slow down and enjoy the resort surroundings, with optional activities available at additional cost. Wellness treatments are not included but can be arranged directly at the resort at your own expense.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9
10: Talalla Beach Retreat
Highlights: Talalla Retreat, Beach Leisure
- Enjoy a relaxed day at Talalla Retreat. Spend time by the beach or make your own arrangements for optional experiences available at the resort and surrounding area. Optional Yala Jeep Safari, Optional Whale Watching, Optional Yoga, Optional Surfing, Optional Cycling
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11
Galle Dutch Fort & Colombo Sightseeing
Highlights: Galle Dutch Fort, Coastal Drive, Colombo Sightseeing Tour
- Depart Talalla and travel towards Galle, stopping at Galle Dutch Fort. Walk through the historic fort area, with its cobblestone streets, historic landmarks, cafés and boutiques. After lunch, continue along the coast towards Colombo. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the commercial capital before travelling to your accommodation in Negombo.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12
Departure from Sri Lanka
Highlights: Airport Transfer, Departure from Sri Lanka
- Your Sri Lankan holiday comes to an end today. At the appropriate time, you will be transferred to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure flight or onward journey. Take a final moment to reflect on the wildlife safaris, ancient heritage sites, coastal stays and relaxing time by the sea that shaped your journey through Sri Lanka.
- Thank you once again for choosing Fayyaz Travels. We wish you a safe and pleasant journey home and look forward to welcoming you on another journey in the future.
Meals: Breakfast
What's included
Included
- 2 Nights Big Game Campsite, Wilpattu National Park – Camp stay on Half Board basis
- 2 Nights Deer Park Hotel, Girithale – Superior Cottage stay on Full Board basis
- 1 Night Wild Glamping by Thema Resorts, Gal Oya – Luxury Tent stay on Half Board basis
- 2 Nights Jetwing Surf, Arugam Bay – Cabana stay on Half Board basis
- 3 Nights Talalla Retreat, Talalla – Sea View Villa stay on Full Board basis
- 1 Night Jetwing Sea, Negombo – Deluxe Room stay on Half Board basis
- Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour
- English-speaking chauffeur guide
- 9 lunches at local restaurants
- 2 lunches at Talalla Retreat
- Visits and activities as specified in the itinerary, including scheduled national park safaris and sightseeing
- Welcome with garlands at the airport
- Reusable glass water bottles throughout the trip
- Local government taxes and service charges
- 24-hour phone support throughout the tour
Not included
- International and domestic flights (Reach out to us separately if you would like to add flights)
- Sri Lanka entry visa (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance regarding visa arrangements)
- Camera and video permits
- Airport taxes
- Travel insurance (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance with travel insurance options.)
- Tips and porterage
- Personal expenses
- Package price only valid from 10 September to 14 December 2026, for travel date from 15 December 2026 to 10 January 2027, additional SGD 225 per adult and SGD 102 per child, subject to hotel surcharge
- For travel date 11 January 2027 to 31 March 2027 additional SGD 94 per adult and SGD 40 per child, subject to hotel surcharge
- Day 9 optional activities – Whale Watching: US$60 per person, Yoga Session: US$15 per person, Surfing Lesson: US$20 per person, Cycling in Paddy Fields: US$20 per person
- Day 10 optional activities – Jeep Safari at Yala National Park: US$50 per person, Whale Watching: US$60 per person, Yoga Session: US$15 per person, Surfing Lesson: US$20 per person, Cycling in Paddy Fields: US$20 per person
- Wellness treatments at Talalla Retreat
- Christmas and New Year Eve dinner supplements, if applicable
- Other items not mentioned in the inclusions
- Costs due to traffic delays, strikes, bad weather, aircraft or mechanical failures, flight cancellations or schedule changes, and force majeure events
- The quoted package rate is valid for a minimum of 2 passengers/adults.
- Standard hotel check-in is 14:00, and standard check-out is 12:00. Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability
- Wilpattu Camp Stay: Guests should expect a nature-based camping environment rather than a conventional hotel setting
- Safari and park operating arrangements may vary according to local conditions and park regulations
- Sequences of sightseeing may be adjusted due to weather conditions, local regulations, tour operating schedules, or operational requirements while maintaining all included experiences where possible
- Please note that no bookings have been made for this package. Availability and pricing remain subject to confirmation at the time of booking
- All tours are subject to minimum participant requirements. Tour operations and departure status remain subject to confirmation at the time of booking
Tour prices
| Hotel | Room | Per person | Single add-on |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-star | Twin sharing (2 pax) | SGD 3,106 | SGD 2,924 |
Twin sharing is per person for two in one room. Single add-on is the extra per-person rate for a third guest sharing the same twin room. For other options, email us.
Make this trip your own
Change hotels, add nights or travel on your own dates. A travel specialist will put together a quote for you.
Frequently asked questions
What is included?
- 2 Nights Big Game Campsite, Wilpattu National Park – Camp stay on Half Board basis
- 2 Nights Deer Park Hotel, Girithale – Superior Cottage stay on Full Board basis
- 1 Night Wild Glamping by Thema Resorts, Gal Oya – Luxury Tent stay on Half Board basis
- 2 Nights Jetwing Surf, Arugam Bay – Cabana stay on Half Board basis
- 3 Nights Talalla Retreat, Talalla – Sea View Villa stay on Full Board basis
- 1 Night Jetwing Sea, Negombo – Deluxe Room stay on Half Board basis
- Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the tour
- English-speaking chauffeur guide
- 9 lunches at local restaurants
- 2 lunches at Talalla Retreat
- Visits and activities as specified in the itinerary, including scheduled national park safaris and sightseeing
- Welcome with garlands at the airport
- Reusable glass water bottles throughout the trip
- Local government taxes and service charges
- 24-hour phone support throughout the tour
What is not included?
- International and domestic flights (Reach out to us separately if you would like to add flights)
- Sri Lanka entry visa (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance regarding visa arrangements)
- Camera and video permits
- Airport taxes
- Travel insurance (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance with travel insurance options.)
- Tips and porterage
- Personal expenses
- Package price only valid from 10 September to 14 December 2026, for travel date from 15 December 2026 to 10 January 2027, additional SGD 225 per adult and SGD 102 per child, subject to hotel surcharge
- For travel date 11 January 2027 to 31 March 2027 additional SGD 94 per adult and SGD 40 per child, subject to hotel surcharge
- Day 9 optional activities – Whale Watching: US$60 per person, Yoga Session: US$15 per person, Surfing Lesson: US$20 per person, Cycling in Paddy Fields: US$20 per person
- Day 10 optional activities – Jeep Safari at Yala National Park: US$50 per person, Whale Watching: US$60 per person, Yoga Session: US$15 per person, Surfing Lesson: US$20 per person, Cycling in Paddy Fields: US$20 per person
- Wellness treatments at Talalla Retreat
- Christmas and New Year Eve dinner supplements, if applicable
- Other items not mentioned in the inclusions
- Costs due to traffic delays, strikes, bad weather, aircraft or mechanical failures, flight cancellations or schedule changes, and force majeure events
- The quoted package rate is valid for a minimum of 2 passengers/adults.
- Standard hotel check-in is 14:00, and standard check-out is 12:00. Early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability
- Wilpattu Camp Stay: Guests should expect a nature-based camping environment rather than a conventional hotel setting
- Safari and park operating arrangements may vary according to local conditions and park regulations
- Sequences of sightseeing may be adjusted due to weather conditions, local regulations, tour operating schedules, or operational requirements while maintaining all included experiences where possible
- Please note that no bookings have been made for this package. Availability and pricing remain subject to confirmation at the time of booking
- All tours are subject to minimum participant requirements. Tour operations and departure status remain subject to confirmation at the time of booking
How long is the tour?
12D | 11N
Where does the tour start?
Katunayake
How many days is the itinerary?
11 days
How do prices work?
Package prices are per person and vary by hotel and room type. For specific inquiries or customized packages, please contact our team.
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