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Sri Lanka Southern & Eastern Coastal Wildlife Expedition

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  • 9 days / night
  • Sri Lanka

This immersive Sri Lankan travel experience takes you on an extraordinary coastal and wilderness expedition, tracing the island’s breathtaking southern and eastern shorelines before journeying through the untamed interior. Beginning in Colombo, guests travel south along the sun-drenched coast to Bentota, where golden beaches and river adventures set a relaxed seaside tone.

The route continues down the southern coast to the famous bay of Weligama, known for its gentle surf breaks and traditional stilt fishermen, before proceeding to the secluded coves and serene beaches of Tangalle. Leaving the quiet bays behind, the expedition shifts into the wild terrain of Yala, offering an exhilarating open-top 4x4 safari to track leopards, sloth bears, and Asian elephants across coastal dry-zone reserves.

Rounding the southeastern corner, the journey enters the vibrant East Coast, arriving at world-renowned Arugam Bay, a paradise for surfers, laid-back coastal culture, and stunning ocean horizons. Heading further north along the tranquil eastern littoral, guests discover the pristine, calm turquoise waters and shallow bay reef of Pasikuda, followed by the deep natural harbor, sacred cliffside temples, and rich maritime history of Trincomalee.

Turning inland toward the Cultural Triangle, travelers arrive in Habarana, a lush central haven surrounded by dry-zone forests and natural lakes, providing a peaceful resting point before the final leg. The journey concludes with a smooth transfer from Habarana to the airport for departure, perfectly timed to match flight schedules.

This coastal and wildlife itinerary seamlessly connects pristine southern beaches, world-class surf spots, wild national park safaris, calm eastern lagoons, and central jungle sanctuaries, making it the ultimate choice for beach lovers, ocean adventurers, and nature enthusiasts.

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Itinerary ( 9 days )

  • Day 1

    Colombo to Bentota

    A scenic drive heading south along the coastal highway, arriving at Bentota—a prime resort town famous for water sports, golden sand stretches, and quiet river safaris along the Bentota River.

  • Day 2

    Bentota to Weligama

    Transitioning down the southwest coast to the wide crescent bay of Weligama, renowned for its sandy surf breaks, coastal cafes, and iconic stilt fishermen fishing off the shore.

  • Day 3

    Weligama to Tangalle

    Continuing along the southern coastline to Tangalle, home to turquoise bays, palm-fringed coves, and quiet beaches ideal for peaceful coastal relaxation.

  • Day 4

    Tangalle to Yala

    A short drive eastward into the dry-zone wilderness of Yala National Park for an exciting 4x4 jeep safari tracking leopards, sloth bears, wild elephants, and coastal wildlife.

  • Day 5

    Yala to Arugam Bay

    Heading up the southeast coast to Arugam Bay, a famous right-hand point-break surf hub known for its relaxed ocean vibe, lagoon wildlife, and coastal landscapes.

  • Day 6

    Arugam Bay to Pasikuda

    Journeying north along the quiet eastern shoreline to Pasikuda, famous for its shallow, crystal-clear bay where travelers can walk hundreds of meters into calm ocean waters.

  • Day 7

    Pasikuda to Trincomalee (Trinco)

    Advancing to the historic eastern port city of Trincomalee, featuring the historic Koneswaram Cliffside Temple, Swami Rock, and white-sand beaches like Nilaveli.

  • Day 8

    Trincomalee to Habarana

    Turning inland from the coast to Habarana, a lush eco-tourism hub nestled amidst central dry-zone forests, wildlife corridors, and quiet lakes.

  • Day 9

    Habarana to Departure

    A comfortable transfer from the central midlands to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), scheduled seamlessly to fit outbound flight departure times.

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