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By Shan Jeep Safari & Tour

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
The previous price was £46 and current price is £36 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Search for wild elephants roaming freely in the park
    • Enjoy a comfortable safari with an experienced local driver-guide
    • Experience a memorable elephant safari in Minneriya National Park
    • Keep an eye out for elephants, deer, monkeys, crocodiles, and colourful birds
    • Enjoy convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from the Sigiriya area

Activity location

    • Dambulla
    • Dambulla, Central Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Dambulla
    • Dambulla, Central Province, Sri Lanka

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Private Safari for Family & Friends (1–6 Guests)

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
Price details
£63.77 x 1 Traveller£63.77
Total
Price is £63.77

From Sigiriya: Minneriya National Park Elephant Safari

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
£45.55
£36.44 x 1 Adult£36.44
Total
The previous price was £45.55 and current price is £36.44
20% off

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Professional and experienced driver
  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off from Sigiriya, Habarana, Dambulla, or nearby are
  • Inclusions
    Wildlife spotting and photography assistance
  • Inclusions
    Opportunity to see herds of wild elephants and other wildlife
  • Inclusions
    Insurance coverage for the safari vehicle
  • Exclusions
    Park entrance fees (Minneriya National Park)
  • Exclusions
    Optional tips for the driver/guide
  • Exclusions
    Meals or snacks

Know before you book

    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Set off from Sigiriya for an unforgettable safari in Minneriya National Park, one of Sri Lanka’s most famous wildlife destinations. Hop into a sturdy jeep and journey through the park’s sprawling grasslands, shimmering lakes, and forest patches. The park is home to majestic wild elephants, often seen in large herds—watch as they graze, play, and bathe in the water.

    As you drive deeper, spot other fascinating wildlife: graceful deer, water buffalo, monitor lizards, and exotic birds. Each corner of the park offers unique photo opportunities, from elephants silhouetted against the sunrise to playful calves at the lakeside. Your guide brings the experience to life with insights into animal behaviour, local ecology, and the park’s rich natural history.

    After an action-packed morning or afternoon, return to Sigiriya with incredible memories and plenty of photos from this intimate encounter with Sri Lanka’s wild side—a perfect adventure for families, photographers, and nature lovers alike.

Location

Activity location

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    • Dambulla
    • Dambulla, Central Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Dambulla
    • Dambulla, Central Province, Sri Lanka