Sri Lanka · SAFARIS IN ANURADHAPURA
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 safaris in Anuradhapura worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
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 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.”
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”
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.”
Private Wilpattu safari from Anuradhapura with leopard spotting, picnic lunch in the park, hotel pickup, English guide, and jeep rides.
“Nice driver. lots of focus on looking for leopards meaning we mostly drive around the same area most of the time. we were lucky to see a bear at the end of the day”
Minneriya National Park safari from Habarana with private jeep pickup, strong elephant chances, and a 2:00 pm afternoon ride.
“Everything was good. We saw a lot of elephants in the habitat environment. Enjoyed our experience in the Minneriya National park”
Private Kaudulla jeep safari at 2:30 pm with entrance ticket, coconut drink, up to 6 passengers, plus elephants and other wildlife.
“We had a great Safari where we saw many elephants. The driver gave us a lot of time to watch them. It was a great experience.”
Full-day Wilpattu safari from Anuradhapura with private pickup, custom jeeps, picnic meals, and a good shot at leopards, elephants, and more.
“We had an amazing day at Wilpattu 🙏🏻 Everything was well organised.”
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