Visit Sri Lanka
8 daysWildlife & Safari balanced pace

The Ultimate Southern Wilderness

Leopards, Whales, and Heritage

South Coast • Wildlife Parks
Southern Sri Lanka wilderness safari and coastal adventure landscape

Tour overview

This eight-day route balances coastal heritage with deep-south wildlife, designed for travellers who want both culture and safari.

Private transfers, boutique stays, and expert naturalists ensure a seamless southern circuit.

Highlights

  • Galle Fort heritage stay
  • Yala leopard safaris
  • Southern coast relaxation

Day-by-day itinerary

  1. Day
    1

    Arrival in Galle

    Settle into a boutique fort hotel.

    Meals: DinnerOvernight: Galle Fort
  2. Day
    2

    Fort & Coast

    Heritage walk and coastal downtime.

    Meals: BreakfastOvernight: Galle Fort
  3. Day
    3

    South Coast Drive

    Scenic transfer toward the deep south.

    Meals: BreakfastOvernight: Tissamaharama
  4. Day
    4

    Yala Glamping

    Afternoon game drive in Yala.

    Meals: Breakfast, DinnerOvernight: Yala buffer zone
  5. Day
    5

    Morning Safari

    Dawn leopard tracking with naturalist.

    Meals: Breakfast, DinnerOvernight: Yala buffer zone
  6. Day
    6

    Coastal Return

    Relaxed drive back toward the coast.

    Meals: BreakfastOvernight: South Coast
  7. Day
    7

    Beach & Leisure

    Free day by the Indian Ocean.

    Meals: BreakfastOvernight: South Coast
  8. Day
    8

    Departure

    Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport.

    Meals: BreakfastOvernight: Departure

What's included

  • 7 nights boutique accommodation
  • Private vehicle and chauffeur-guide
  • Yala safari permits
  • Breakfast daily

Not included

  • International flights
  • Lunches unless noted
  • Travel insurance

Pricing options

Luxury Boutique

$2,400

per person

Based on double occupancy.

Blue whale fluke at sunrise off the southern Sri Lankan coast
Galle Fort lighthouse and ramparts at twilight

Route overview

Route: Galle Fort → Yala

Frequently asked questions

Can we add whale watching?

Yes, subject to season and availability on the south coast.

Getting around

Add airport transfers to your tour

Start and end your journey stress-free with a fixed-price private transfer — or add a driver-guide for the whole trip.

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Pickup

Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB)

Drop-off

Galle

2h 15m 150 km3 vehicles
From

$85

Book transfer
Pickup

Colombo

Drop-off

Kandy

3h 00m 115 km3 vehicles
From

$80

Book transfer

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