{"id":2382,"date":"2025-08-21T10:52:34","date_gmt":"2025-08-21T10:52:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/toursite.link\/waveoflanka\/?p=2382"},"modified":"2025-10-08T06:21:37","modified_gmt":"2025-10-08T06:21:37","slug":"wildlife-wilderness-expedition-12n-13d","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/waveoflanka.com\/?p=2382","title":{"rendered":"Wildlife & Wilderness Expedition \u2013 12N\/13D"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Wildlife & Wilderness Expedition \u2013 12N\/13D<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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Duration <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Nature & Wildlife Tours<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Theme <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Wildlife \u00b7 Nature \u00b7 Scenic Landscapes<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Route<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Negombo \u2192 Wilpattu (Day Safari) \u2192 Sigiriya \u2192 Kandy \u2192 Nuwara Eliya \u2192 Horton Plains \u2192 Ella \u2192 Yala \u2192 Mirissa \u2192 Sinharaja \u2192 Colombo<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Inclusions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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  • Private Transport<\/li>
  • English-Speaking Guide<\/li>
  • Refreshments and Water Bottles<\/li>
  • Entrance Fees<\/li>
  • Government Taxes and Service Charges<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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    Exclusions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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    • Anything not mentioned in the inclusions<\/li>
    • Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs, additional activities)<\/li>
    • Travel insurance<\/li>
    • Visa fees<\/li>
    • Any meals not specified (e.g., lunch, snacks)<\/li>
    • Gratuities (for drivers, guides, etc.)<\/li>
    • Additional transportation costs (e.g., local transfers not specified)<\/li>
    • Optional activities (e.g., adventure sports, special tours)<\/li>
    • Any costs arising from unforeseen circumstances (e.g., natural disasters, political unrest)<\/li>
    • Anything not explicitly stated as included in the package or tour.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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      Day 1: Arrival in Sri Lanka \u2013 Transfer to Negombo<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and be welcomed by your tour representative. Transfer to nearby Negombo, a charming fishing town with colonial influence. Relax at your beachside hotel or take a stroll through the bustling local fish markets.
      \u00a0Overnight stay in Negombo.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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      Day 2: Early Morning Safari at Wilpattu \u2013 Transfer to Sigiriya<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Depart early (around 4:30 AM) for a full-day safari in Wilpattu National Park<\/strong>, one of the most untouched wildlife sanctuaries in Sri Lanka. Spot leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, and exotic birds in their natural habitat.
      \u00a0After lunch, continue your journey to Sigiriya in the Cultural Triangle. Arrive by evening and relax at your jungle lodge.
      \u00a0Overnight stay in Sigiriya or Habarana.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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      Day 3: Early Morning Sigiriya Rock Climb & Village Safari<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Start your day with a sunrise hike up the Sigiriya Rock Fortress<\/strong>, an architectural marvel offering panoramic jungle views. Later, embark on a village tour with a bullock cart ride, traditional cooking demo, and catamaran ride.
      \u00a0In the evening, unwind at the hotel or explore a nearby forest trail.
      \u00a0Overnight stay in Sigiriya or Habarana.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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      Day 4: Minneriya Safari & Transfer to Kandy<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      After breakfast, head to Minneriya National Park<\/strong> for an exciting jeep safari to witness the world-famous \u201cElephant Gathering\u201d (seasonal).
      \u00a0Post-safari, journey toward Kandy with a stop at a spice garden<\/strong> in Matale. In Kandy, visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic<\/strong> in the evening.
      \u00a0Overnight stay in Kandy.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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      Day 5: Scenic Drive to Nuwara Eliya \u2013 Tea Trails & Lake Walk<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Travel to the highlands of Nuwara Eliya, enjoying lush views along the way. Visit a working tea plantation and factory<\/strong>, and learn the secrets of Ceylon tea. Later, take a peaceful walk around Gregory Lake<\/strong>.
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      Day 6: Horton Plains & World\u2019s End Hike<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Rise early for a nature trek in Horton Plains National Park<\/strong>. Hike to the dramatic cliff of World\u2019s End<\/strong> and witness stunning views and Baker\u2019s Falls<\/strong>. Return for a relaxed afternoon in Nuwara Eliya. Optional high tea at a heritage hotel.
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      Day 7: Scenic Train Ride to Ella<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Board the famous train from Nanu Oya to Ella<\/strong>, one of the world\u2019s most scenic rail journeys. After arrival, visit Nine Arches Bridge<\/strong>, Little Adam\u2019s Peak<\/strong>, or relax in a hill-view caf\u00e9.
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      Day 8: Ella to Yala \u2013 Enter Leopard Country<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Travel south through lush valleys and dry zones to Yala National Park<\/strong>. Check in at a safari lodge. If time allows, enjoy a nature walk or visit nearby sand dunes.
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      Day 9: Yala National Park \u2013 Morning Safari<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Begin the day with a morning safari<\/strong> in Yala<\/strong>, known for its high leopard density, elephants, and diverse ecosystems. Return to your lodge and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure or opt for a second safari.
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      Day 10: Yala to Mirissa \u2013 Beach Escape<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Leave Yala and drive to the southern coast to Mirissa<\/strong>, a paradise of sun and surf. Relax on the beach or enjoy cocktails at a beach bar as the sun sets.
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      Day 11: Whale Watching & Coastal Leisure<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Embark on a whale and dolphin watching<\/strong> tour (seasonal \u2013 November to April) in the early morning. Afternoon is free for beach activities, seafood tasting, or Ayurvedic treatments.
      \u00a0Overnight stay in Mirissa or Weligama.<\/strong><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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      Day 12: Sinharaja Rainforest Exploration<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Travel inland to the Sinharaja Rainforest Reserve<\/strong>, a UNESCO-listed tropical rainforest teeming with biodiversity. Enjoy a guided eco-walk through the forest, learning about endemic species and jungle ecosystems.
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      Day 13: Return to Colombo & Departure<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      After breakfast, transfer back to Colombo. If time permits, take a brief city tour<\/strong> covering Independence Square, Galle Face Green, and local bazaars. You\u2019ll then be dropped at Bandaranaike International Airport for your flight home, carrying rich memories of Sri Lanka\u2019s wild and wondrous side.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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