Sigiriya & Yala
Safari Escape
Overview
Ancient Ruins & Wild Leopards in 3 Days
This is our most beloved combination tour — pairing Sri Lanka's most iconic UNESCO World Heritage site with the world's finest leopard-watching safari. Begin by scaling the 200-meter Lion Rock, an ancient 5th-century citadel surrounded by cloud forest. Then head south to Yala, where your expert naturalist guide leads you through golden savannah in search of leopards, elephants, crocodiles, and 200+ bird species.
Every vehicle, every guide, and every moment is exclusively yours. No waiting, no compromise. This is Sri Lanka the way it was meant to be experienced.
"Spotted three leopards in one morning. First drive. Our guide was extraordinary."
Day by Day
Your Itinerary
Your driver-guide meets you at Colombo airport or your hotel. Journey north through paddy fields and ancient kingdoms to Sigiriya (approx. 3.5 hours). Check into your boutique jungle lodge. Afternoon climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress — sunset from the summit is breathtaking. Dinner at lodge.
Morning visit to the Dambulla Cave Temple — 5 caves filled with 153 Buddha statues, dating back 2,100 years. Then a scenic drive south through Sri Lanka's cultural heartland. Arrive Yala in the afternoon. Evening game drive with your dedicated naturalist guide. Dinner at your eco-lodge.
5:30 AM sunrise game drive — the golden hour when leopards are most active. Two game drives (morning and late afternoon). Wildlife: Sri Lankan leopard, elephant, sloth bear, crocodile, peacock, spotted deer, water buffalo. Late afternoon transfer back to Colombo. Drop-off at hotel or airport.
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Guest Reviews
4.9 / 5 (184 reviews)
"Spotted a leopard on the very first game drive in Yala. FIRST. DRIVE. Our naturalist guide positioned us perfectly. Absolutely world-class. The Sigiriya climb at sunset was equally spectacular. Cannot recommend this tour highly enough."
"Our guide Ruwan was extraordinary. He knew the exact spots, the animal behavior, the history of every temple. This wasn't just a tour — it was an education by someone who truly loves their homeland."