Sri Lanka · ANURADHAPURA TOURS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 anuradhapura tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
A private half-day city tour of Anuradhapura’s most important Buddhist sites, with pickup, a licensed guide, and flexible pacing.
“Navin's city tour is fun! Next to that, you see and learn a lot. Going by tuktuk from one sight to the other in the beautiful green centre of Anuradhapura. Navin is very knowledgeable! Whatever question pops up in your mind, you will get a cleaRead more”
Half-day 4x4 safari from Habarana or Minneriya to spot Asian elephants and more, with simple logistics and separate park fees.
“A good way to see elephants in the Minneriya park. We went for the safari at 2pm and were just in time for the large gathering of elephants near the river.”
Private jeep safari from Anuradhapura, focused on Asian elephants in Minneriya National Park, with flexible park choice by weather.
“We saw several herds of elephants in the wild . It was a great experience and well conducted trip. Professional guide and driver”
Private guided Anuradhapura tour with Vogel Tours, temple highlights, snacks and coffee, pickup, and a required $30 UNESCO entry ticket.
“Het is echt veel leuker om de stupa’s, tempels en opgravingen te bekijken als je de geschiedenis erbij krijgt. We waren echt blij met onze gids. Hij nam ons mee langs alle belangrijke bouwwerken en kon goed uitleggen. Zijn Engels is goed en hij is echt super aardig. Wij kunnen Vogel tours (zo noemt hij zich, het is slechts 1 persoon) echt aanraden.”
Private Minneriya safari near Anuradhapura for 3 hours, with pickup in Habarana area, a dedicated driver, and a big dry-season elephant show.
“It was a good experience. I ve seen hundreds elephants in 2 hour. Driver was very friendly helpful kind and informative.”
Half-day Wilpattu safari with pickup and a spacious 4x4 jeep, aiming for leopards and sloth bears, plus birds and deer, park entry extra.
“Cher et long pour ne voir que des biches, des oiseaux et des varans! Safari aprés midi. Tres déçus. Entree 44000 roupies plus la prestation jeep deja payée!”
Private full day from Sigiriya Lion Rock to Minneriya or Kaudulla jeep safari, with pickup, bottled water, and big elephant odds.
“It was a great day and Kumaran was great at showing us the nearby sights and attractions. We didn't get to see Minneriya national park on the day, so went to Kaudulla park instead which was still great, and he took good care on the trip!”
Full day Wilpattu safari from Anuradhapura with customized jeeps, packed breakfast and lunch, and a real chance at leopards and willus lakes.
“We had a very nice day. We saw many animals, but you have to be lucky to see them all. We had a very good safari guide.”
Sunrise hot air balloon over Sigiriya and Kandalama Lake, with breakfast, champagne landing toast, pickup, and big wildlife-and-photo potential.
““From takeoff to landing, the hot air balloon journey was smooth, safe, and breathtaking. Floating above the landscape at sunrise was a once-in-a-lifetime feeling.””
Private 4x4 Minneriya jeep safari with Habarana hotel pickup, expert guidance, and elephant gathering viewing at morning or evening.
“Tour group suggested Huluru eco park as elephants are there now and glad they did! We had many encounters with elephants”
Private 5-hour Anuradhapura tuk tuk tour with an English guide, pickup, and key Buddhist sites like Sri Maha Bodhi and Ruwanwelisaya.
“The tour was incredible and I learned so much about ancient Sinhala culture and Buddhism. I would recommend to anyone travelling to Anuradhapura”
Full-day Wilpattu safari with comfy 4x4 jeeps, English guides, breakfast and lunch, plus chances to spot leopards, elephants, sloth bears.
“We werden opgehaald bij ons verblijf wat net buiten de ophaal locatie lag. Dat was erg aardig. Van tevoren had ik al contact met de gids via whats app. Anudpa zou onze gids zijn en haalde ons ook op, maar voor de ingan vabhet park nam houssie het over want anudpa zei dat zijn opa was overleden en hij niet kon. Ik vroeg nog of de gids ook Engels sprak en dat zou geen probleem zijn. De gids sprak dus alleen maar 10 woorden Engels ofzo. Dat was heel jammer want hij kon ook niet altijd uitleggen hoe de dieren heetten. Houssie was wel een hele aardige gids en hij…”
A 5-hour private jeep safari in Wilpattu, hunting Willus water basins for leopards and elephants, with English guidance and cash-only entrance fees.
“Het was een hele leuke safari en de gids luisterde erg goed naar onze wensen. Top dag! Helaas geen Luipaard maar genoeg mooie dieren gezien.”
Afternoon jeep safari near Anuradhapura, Hurulu Eco Park. Watch elephant herds in a small group, with water and admission included.
“Very nice experience with the Safari. Kalum is very informative. Very expert in the jungle. We had fun. Thank you so much.”
Private Minneriya safari by luxury 4WD with hotel pickup, entrance tickets, and an afternoon to evening drive timed for elephant gatherings.
“It was great, We saw plenty of wildlife. So many elephants, the most we've seen in a game park. Overall our guide was great and his commentary was very helpful. We enjoyed the whole trip from pick up, to back at our hotel.”
Every kind of day on the island, and the best of each.
