Sri Lanka10 days
Sri Lanka: Beach, Lagoon & Safari — 10 Days
Trincomalee's coral reefs and Wilpattu National Park wildlife, with a Negombo coastal finish
This ten-day itinerary balances coastal relaxation with inland wildlife viewing across three distinct regions of Sri Lanka. The route begins in Trincomalee, on the eastern coast, where a resort stay provides a base for reef exploration around Pigeon Island. A transfer inland to Wilpattu National Park — Sri Lanka's largest wildlife reserve — follows, with two nights spent in tented accommodation and early-morning and evening game drives. The park's dry-zone jungle is home to Sri Lankan elephants, leopards, sloth bears, and many bird species including gulls, terns, owls, kites, and eagles. The tour concludes in Negombo, a fishing town west of Colombo, before airport departure. Throughout, transfers are by private vehicle with English-speaking driver.
Highlights
- Snorkeling or diving at Pigeon Island National Park, with over 300 reef fish species and Black Tip sharks
- Early-morning and evening game drives in Wilpattu National Park for Sri Lankan elephants, leopards, and endemic Jungle fowl
- Overnight camping in Wilpattu National Park's dry-zone jungle landscape, with all-inclusive meals and guided wildlife viewing
Day by day
1Arrival in Colombo and Transfer to TrincomaleeColombo International Airport · Jungle Beach in Kuchchuweli · Colombo to Trincomalee
Meet your representative at Colombo International Airport, then transfer six hours northeast to Trincomalee. Settle into Jungle Beach in Kuchchuweli, a forest-set resort on the Indian Ocean coast.
2Trincomalee Beach — First Days at LeisureJungle Beach
A full day at Jungle Beach provides opportunity to acclimatize and visit the resort's stretch of coastline. The property sits between dense forest and sandy beach, allowing guests to alternate between shade and open water. Evening and early-morning light casts the shore differently, and the resort remains available for rest or spontaneous walks throughout the day.
3Pigeon Island National Park — Reef and Marine LifePigeon Island · Jungle Beach
A morning or full-day excursion reaches Pigeon Island, a protected marine reserve offshore from Trincomalee. The island and surrounding waters contain over 100 coral species and approximately 300 reef fish species, alongside Black Tip reef sharks, rays, and sea turtles. Diving and snorkeling are both available, allowing guests to visit the underwater habitat at their chosen depth and pace. Return to Jungle Beach concludes the day.
4Trincomalee Beach — Rest DayTrincomalee Beach
An unscheduled day at the resort provides space for swimming, reading, or additional water-based activity if desired.
5Trincomalee Beach — Rest DayJungle Beach
Another free day at Jungle Beach allows continued relaxation by the water or further exploration of the resort grounds.
6Trincomalee Beach — Rest Day
A final full day in Trincomalee before departure inland the following morning.
7Transfer to Wilpattu National Park and Evening Game DriveWilpattu National Park · Trincomalee to Wilpattu National Park · tented campsite
A two-hour drive inland leads from Trincomalee to Wilpattu National Park, Sri Lanka's largest wildlife reserve. The landscape shifts from coastal humidity to dry-zone jungle as elevation and inland weather patterns take effect. The park's terrain is characterized by dense scrub and tree growth interspersed with natural freshwater lakes, locally called villus. Approximately 30 of these lakes dot the parkland; most capture rainwater and serve as critical water sources for resident and migratory species. The park supports roughly 30 mammal species, including Sri Lankan elephants, leopards, sloth bears, spotted deer, buffalo, sambar, and mongoose. Wetland birds include garganey, pintail, whistling teal, spoonbill, white ibis, and large white egret, alongside many gull, tern, owl, kite, and eagle species. The endemic Sri Lankan jungle fowl, little cormorant, and painted stork are also present. Arrival at the tented campsite occurs near midday, followed by lunch and an evening game drive to observe early-active wildlife.
8Wilpattu National Park — Full Day SafariWilpattu National Park · camp
Early-morning game drive for wildlife viewing, then breakfast at camp. Afternoon at leisure. Evening game drive followed by barbecue dinner and overnight stay.
9Wilpattu to NegomboWilpattu · Wilpattu to Negombo · Suriya Resort in Waikkal
A morning game drive concludes Wilpattu. Drive three hours west to the coast, checking in at Suriya Resort in Waikkal near Negombo.
10Departure from NegomboColombo International Airport · Negombo to Colombo International Airport
A thirty-minute drive from Negombo reaches Colombo International Airport for scheduled departure.
Included
- Accommodation in mentioned hotels
- Meals as per mentioned meal plans
- Air conditioned transfers with an English speaking chauffeur guide
- All mentioned activities and park entrance fees
- Prices may vary plus/minus depending on the season
- Accommodation and meals (For 2 Adults)
- 6 nights in double room at Jungle Beach - Kuchchuweli on Bed & Breakfast Basis
- 2 nights in a Premium tent in Wilpattu Safari Camping on all Inclusive Basis
- 1 night in double room at Suriya Resort on Bed & Breakfast Basis