Minneriya National Park Safari: Experience Asia's Largest Elephant Gathering

$60
Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
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About This Tour

Embark on an early morning adventure with the Minneriya National Park Safari, starting at 5:30 AM from Habarana. This tour offers a unique opportunity to witness the famous "Gathering"of elephants, one of the largest wildlife spectacles in Asia, where hundreds of elephants congregate around the Minneriya Reservoir during the dry season. Your journey is made comfortable and insightful with an authorized chauffeur who will guide you through the park's rich biodiversity.

Tour Highlights:

Observe one of the world’s largest gatherings of Asian elephants in their natural habitat.

Spot a variety of wildlife, including leopards, deer, and a multitude of bird species.

Enjoy breathtaking views of the Minneriya Reservoir and the park’s lush surroundings.

Your chauffeur provides valuable insights into the park’s wildlife and ecosystems.

After your safari, you’ll be comfortably dropped off back in Habarana, enriched with memories of Sri Lanka’s incredible wildlife.

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10

Cancellation Policy

  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event

Inclusions

  • 4X4 Safari Jeep
    English speaking safari guide for the entire tour
    Mineral Water Bottle
    All Government Tax & Charges
  • Exclusions

  • Entrance Fees
    Any tours or services not mentioned above
  • Tour Plan

    Minneriya national park is located 182 kms away from Colombo, in the North Central Plains of Sri Lanka. The major city closest to Minneriya National Park is Polonnaruwa. The recently renovated, the ancient Minneriya Rainwater Reservoir irrigates a considerable area of the district of Polonnaruwa and is the focal point of the Minneriya National Park. May to October is the best period to visit Minneriya National Park in view of the famous Gathering of the wild elephant herds. The gathering is documented as the largest known meeting place of Asian Elephants in the world. During the dry season of August to September each year, herds up to 300 elephants are seen within a few square kilometers of the vast Minneriya Reservoir.

    Meeting / Pickup

    Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.

    Know Before You Go

    • Passport required

    Please Note

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Not stroller accessible
    • Not suitable for pets
    • No public transportation nearby
    • Infants must not sit on laps
    • Infant seats unavailable

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