Sri Lanka · NATIONAL PARK TRIPS IN HIKKADUWA
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 6 national park trips in Hikkaduwa worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
1-day Jeep safari from Hikkaduwa, Galle, Weligama, or Mirissa to Yala National Park, with a guide chasing leopards and more wildlife.
“Sasanka was my guide and was very helpful throughout, pointing out any animals or sightings”
Udawalawe National Park safari with early pickup, elephant viewing, birdwatching, lunch, and an optional elephant transit home stop from Hikkaduwa area.
“Leider ist es nicht möglich keine Sterne zu vergeben. Tour gebucht, Anbieter hat sich nie gemeldet und wir wurden auch nie abgeholt, haben also für unser Geld NICHTS bekommen. Viator meldet sich auch nicht mehr. Geld ist wohl weg.”
Yala National Park safari from Hikkaduwa, Galle, or Mirissa, with 4x4 jeep rides, expert guiding, and a leopard-focused day out.
“What an amazing experience. From a prompt pick-up at the hotel with a friendly driver who often checked on our comfort to the overall safari experience. Our driver and guide were first class, so knowledgeable about all the animals on the park. They were relentless in tracking each species down to ensure we had the best day. Lunch was provided which was an unexpected surprise. Overall would give this a 5-star rating. The jeep ride alone is worth the cost of the trip.”
Yala safari from Hikkaduwa with hotel pickup, a guided jeep drive, and smart stops at watering holes, morning or afternoon.
“Er ist nicht gekommen und hat sich auch nicht gemeldet, Wir sind extra um 5 Uhr Morgens aufgestanden und haben 1 Stunde gewartet”
Full-day Yala safari from Bentota, with a private 4x4, English guide, breakfast, lunch, and wildlife spotting time from 6am to 6pm.
“The park opens at 0600 and there are so many jeeps waiting for the gates to open. Don’t panic. The park is massive and we didn’t see that much traffic. We did see leopards, elephants, mongoose, water buffalo’s, deer, toucan amongst many other animals. Our driver was excellent and took us off the main tracks at times to see animals. The driver provides a home cooked meal ( which is served cold by the beach). As it is a national park, toilet facilities are very basic and there is quite a long time between stops. Bring your own toilet paper. All in all, one of the best experiences of my…”
Private Udawalawe safari from Hikkaduwa, 8 to 10 hours with hotel pickup, lunch, and a 3-hour elephant-focused jeep ride.
“We got picked up on time had a very comfortable & safe drive to the park. We were met by our safari jeep driver, sat in a comfortable jeep.”
Every kind of day on the island, and the best of each.
