Family holidays

Sri Lanka Family Wildlife Trip

Elephants at Minneriya, the Pinnawala centre, turtles at Kosgoda and calm beaches.

Trip at a glance

Duration6 days / 5 nights
Starts inSigiriya & Dambulla
RouteSigiriya & Dambulla · Kandy · Bentota
Places3 destinations
CountrySri Lanka
Ideal forFamily holidays, Wildlife safaris
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-NF9WSK

Best time to visit: January to September

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Sigiriya & Dambulla, Sri Lanka

Trip overview

Elephants at Minneriya, the Pinnawala centre, turtles at Kosgoda and calm beaches.

The route spends 2 nights in Sigiriya & Dambulla, 1 night in Kandy and 2 nights in Bentota, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits family holidays and wildlife safaris, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Sigiriya Rock FortressPidurangala RockDambulla Cave TempleTemple of the ToothKandy LakeRoyal Botanical Gardens, PeradeniyaBentota BeachMadu River safariBrief Garden

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Sigiriya & Dambulla

Arrive via Colombo (CMB) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Jeep safari

Day 2Sigiriya & Dambulla: Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Pidurangala Rock

Sigiriya Rock Fortress: Palace atop the rock
Pidurangala Rock: Sunrise view of Sigiriya

Day 3Sigiriya & Dambulla to Kandy

Travel from Sigiriya & Dambulla to Kandy by private vehicle
Check in at your Kandy hotel
Kandy Lake: Lakeside walk

Day 4Kandy to Bentota

Travel from Kandy to Bentota by private vehicle, with stops on the way
Check in at your Bentota hotel
Madu River safari: Mangrove boat ride

Day 5Bentota: Brief Garden and River safari

Brief Garden: Landscaped garden
River safari

Day 6Depart from Bentota

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Colombo (CMB) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Daily drives kept short, with stops for children
Family rooms, connecting rooms or extra beds requested and confirmed in the quote
One active day followed by a slower morning
Child-friendly sights and meals noted for each stop
Safari permits booked as soon as dates are fixed, as zones sell out

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Sigiriya & Dambulla: Climb Sigiriya at opening time to avoid the heat and crowds.
Kandy: Board the Kandy–Ella train for one of the world's most beautiful rail journeys.
Bentota: Do the Madu River safari in the morning for birdlife.

At a glance

Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
Route: Sigiriya & Dambulla, Kandy, Bentota
Ideal for: Family holidays, Wildlife safaris
Best time: January to September; January to April; November to April
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-NF9WSK

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 5 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Sigiriya & Dambulla: January to September. Kandy: January to April. Bentota: November to April.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Sigiriya & Dambulla (Colombo (CMB), about 4 hours). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.

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