What to do and see in Minneriya, North Central Province: The Best Tours

April 24, 2022 Rosalyn Ihle

Discover the best top things to do in Minneriya, Sri Lanka including Minneriya National Park Shared Safari, 10 Day Round tour In Sri Lanka, Minneriya National Park Private Safari, Breathtaking nature and rich history – 15 days tour with local private driver, Minneriya / Kaudulla Or Hurulu eco park half day Jeep Safari, Jeep Safari To One Of a National Park Where You see Lot Of Animals On that day, Sigiriya Rock and Wild Elephant Safari from Dambulla, Tales of Ancient Ceylon from Colombo (3 Days), Minneriya City to Colombo Airport (CMB) Private Transfer, World Heritage Sigiriya and Minneriya National Park From Ella .

1. Minneriya National Park Shared Safari

Minneriya National Park, Maradankadawala-Habarana-Thirukkondaiadimadu Highway, Rambawilla 50150, Sri Lanka Lakpura LLC (Minneriya)
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(SKU: LK50B03000) Get a chance to see the world’s largest congregation of Asian Elephants as you go on 3-hour Safari in Minneriya National Park. Visit the Minneriya Tank and learn more about its history. Drive through the many habitat types within the National Park and see some rich nature and wildlife within them. Try to identify the many rare and endemic birds that you see on the safari.

Inclusions: 4x4 Safari Jeep (Maximum of 6 Passengers per jeep), Experienced Driver (Also your tracker), Free Pickup/Drop off from/to any location within the radius of 5 KM from the Park Gate, Water Bottle Per Person, All Taxes and Service Charges

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off if outside of 5km of park entrance gate, Entrance fees for Jeep-only bookings (entrance fees to be paid in cash), Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By Zsolt T

We were a half day (3 hours) jeep safari and it was wonderful experience, the guide was fantastic and he knows a lot of informations regarding EcoPark and elephants, he was very helpful. He made me a hat from the nature (big leaf) :-).

2. 10 Day Round tour In Sri Lanka

Sri Shannon Tours
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Travelers can explore many and more beauiful things by doing thi tour rather than any other tours. Many more A Cultural and Eco friendly tour.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Entrance Fees, Accommodation for travelers

Reviewed By emmalN2086MK

We have had a great time in Sri Lanka with Neel! He has shown us all the secret treasures of the island such as a spice garden. He is always in for a chat and a laugh and happy to tell you everything about Sri Lanka's culture, history, nature and wildlife. He is very assertive in making sure we get the best travel experience possible. Many thanks!

3. Minneriya National Park Private Safari

Habarana Roundabout, Habarana, Sri Lanka Travceylon
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Large numbers of Sri Lankan elephants are attracted to grass fields on the edges of the reservoir during the dry season. The Minneriya tank contributes to sustain a large herd. Elephants gathered here is numbering around 150-200. Some reports account number of elephants to as high as 700. They migrate here from Wasgamuwa National Park and benefit from food and shelter of the park's forest. Tourists visit Minneriya largely because of elephants, especially in dry season.

Inclusions: Transport by Private Safari Jeep., Free Pickup/Drop off from/to any location within the radius of 5 KM from the Park Gate., Water Bottle Per Person., Experience Driver (Also your tracker)., All taxes and service charges.

Exclusions: Entrance fees for Jeep-only bookings (entrance fees to be paid in cash)., Pickup/Dropoff from/to any location not within a 5 KM radius of the park gate., Food and Bevarages., Gratuities

Reviewed By MaryJenifer

This was a fantastic day with a careful driver, and friendly guide who was great at spotting animals as well as explaining what we were seeing. Captured photographs of wild elephants and other creatures in an enchanting environment.

4. Breathtaking nature and rich history – 15 days tour with local private driver

Srilankan Round Tours with Supun
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Enjoy a roundtrip with your private driver: You see the best spots for local wildlife and get to know more about culture, history and every-day life in Sri Lanka. You will discover spectacular landscape and wildlife. Let us show you wonderful places to relax. Take part in real rural life and visit the famous UNESCO sites in a special way: Climb Sigiriya at the most impressive moment of the day - in early morning, when it is not so crowded, the temperature is cool and the light wonderful. Visit the Dambulla cave temples with us, enjoy the magic of Kandian Temple-dance and be overwhelmed by observing elephants, leopards and bears at Yala Nationalpark. Enjoy the amazing beaches in the East and the South, have a Whale-watching-tour or go hiking, swimming and snorkeling. Taste our traditional food and enjoy srilankan hospitality! We pick you up at Colombo International Airport and at the end of our tour we take you to your booked hotel or to the airport. Come join with us!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 14 Overnights (clean double- or single-a/c-rooms, breakfast, free WiFi, friendly stuff, tasty food), All transport-costs (Fuel, highway-toll, parking-taxes, insurance), New private air-conditioned car (3 seats) or van for groups – pick-up and drop free of charge , Private driver guide (including driver-accommodation and meals)

Exclusions: Entrance tickets (Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Kandy Temple, Pidurangala, Dambulla, Safari etc.), Meals and drinks, Personal Expenses, Guide at historical sites – if you need, we assist in organizing

Reviewed By hannesg2020

In October 2019 we spent ten days in Sri Lanka with Danu, one of supuns drivers. We had some very special days and also many insights into the Sri Lankan culture. It was very easy to plan the trip together with supun. We just wrote a mail to supun and got a proposal with many different possibilities to do during our trip through Sri Lanka. Also they were very flexible with the tour planning, both in advance and during the trip. With Danu we had the chance to visit many local places, not only the tourist ones. This was very nice! We always had best dinner/lunch places (local ones). As we were very flexible on the tour, we could stay longer or shorter on the different sights. Price-Performance Ratio is very fair, i would always recommend Supun and Danu to all my friends. Over all: We had a very nice trip in Sri Lanka. We met very nice people and it was a very familiar time together with Danu. Thank you for the nice time Maya&Hannes

5. Minneriya / Kaudulla Or Hurulu eco park half day Jeep Safari

Dambulla, Sri Lanka Mathisha Jeep Safari
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We will start the Jeep tour from the main entrance of the Park near the car park.If you are staying in a hotel that is within a 20km radius of the entrance, you would also have been entitled to a complimentary pickup from your hotel in Habarana or Minneriya. The safari will start at 6:00 am if you selected the morning, or 1:00 pm if you selected the safari. You will get to see groups of Elephants ,crocodiles resting in the banks or swimming about the lakes, vibrant birds of prey going fishing and also many other birds and animals including herds of elephants visiting to quench their thirst and take a rest.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Breakfast, Coffee and/or Tea, WiFi on board, Private transportation

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Reviewed By Travelbird234

Nice guys, very friendly, interesting tour. Had a lot of fun and would like to come back one day. Thanks

6. Jeep Safari To One Of a National Park Where You see Lot Of Animals On that day

Sigiritrip Tours
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Enjoy thrilling look at the elephants of Minneriya National Park , Kaudulla National Park Or Hurulu Eco Park, during this Amazing private Jeep safari. Travel to a wilderness refuge known for hosting one of the largest gatherings of Asian elephants on earth, observing these giant creatures as they drink, feed, and congregate. The chance to observe numerous species of birds, amphibians, and fish is an added bonus. Travel from Habarana, Sigiriya Or Dambulla  to One Of National Park by Jeep Enjoy safari ride With an English speaking Driver / Guide. Please Note :- We Do not Limit The Time That You Will Spend In the Park, Travelers Can Spend The Time Seeing Animals in The Park As Long As They Want. Read more about Minneriya National Park Private Jeep Safari from Habarana 2018 - Sigiriya - https://www.viator.com/tours/Sigiriya/Private-Jeep-Safari-at-Minneriya-National-Park-from-Habarana/d25903-8021P42?mcid=56757

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee, Bottled water, Snacks, Driver/guide, Hotel drop-off, Hotel pickup, Guaranteed to skip the long lines, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Entrance Fees To National Park - $15

Reviewed By 406bernadettv

We are highly recommend their service, they are promt, flexibe and friendly. Our driver was Shehan.Keep up the good work. We used their service for safari, Lion Rock trip and airport drop off.

7. Sigiriya Rock and Wild Elephant Safari from Dambulla

Lakpura LLC (Dambulla)

(SKU: LK60061200) This private day trip will visit three famous destinations in Sri Lanka, one is historical, another cultural, and the final destination a place where man meets nature. The historical destination is the rock fortress, Sigiriya; the cultural destination is the beautiful rural village, and the final nature destination is the Minneriya National Park.

Inclusions: Transport in an air-conditioned vehicle., Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide., Safari jeep for the safari in Minneriya National Park., 2 x 500 ml of water bottles per person.

Exclusions: Entrance tickets to the visiting sites. (Sigiriya Rock, Village Tour and Minneriya National Park) , Food and beverages., Expences of a personal nature., Gratuties.

Reviewed By ThiliniPathirana

This was an absolutely exciting excursion we tried in Dambulla in 2017. We were safely taken care of until we landed and were treated with a lovely round of champagne. The ride was totally fun, you could get a really spectacular view of the area to a very large extent. It was really fun to move through the mist and wind. The safety measure were high and the team was well experienced. A team would follow the balloon throughout on a jeep and arrive at the destination to help with the landing.

8. Tales of Ancient Ceylon from Colombo (3 Days)

Lakpura

(SKU: LK10346011) Tales of Ancient Ceylon is a short, 3-day tour into the heart of Sri Lanka’s cultural triangle. Visit multiple UNESCO World Heritage sites beginning from the historical Dambulla Golden Cave Temple complex that once served as both an ancient kingdom as well as a monastery for Buddhist monks and pilgrims. This site dates back to the 1st Century BC and has a mesmerizing story to tell. Climb the Sigiriya ‘Lion Rock’ Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This ancient fortification of stone was home to King Kasyapa during the 5th Century AD. The ruined city of Polonnaruwa is the next site on the list and has a history dating back as far as the 10th Century AD. It is considered one of Sri Lanka’s prime examples of ancient culture and heritage. You will also go on a Wildlife Safari in Minneriya National Park.

Inclusions: Transport in a Private Vehicle, inclusive of, cost of fuel, parking & highway tolls., Service of an English-Speaking Chauffer Guide throughout the tour., All prevailing taxes and service charges (Except for Credit Card Charges).

Exclusions: Hotel Accommodation., International / Domestic Airfare., Any expenses of personal nature., Entrance fees to the respective sites.

Reviewed By J1159RGisabelleg

The park offers everything that is needed for an exciting safari. Great landscapes, many animals, especially elephants! We were very close to the elephants and were very lucky to be able to watch a whole herd and also some baby elephants. Furthermore, I would like to emphasize our tour guide - not only did he inspire and excite us with his very good mood, he also saw many small animals with his trained eye and answered our questions thoroughly. The 3 hours passed by in no time and gave us many nice memories. Would totally recommend booking a trip with these guys :-)

9. Minneriya City to Colombo Airport (CMB) Private Transfer

Lakpura LLC (Minneriya)

(SKU; LK41AJ1000) End your Sri Lanka vacation with ease by booking this private departure transfer from Minneriya City to the Colombo Airport (CMB). Your friendly and professional driver will drive you directly to the Airport in the comfort of a private, air-conditioned vehicle.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, 500-ml bottled mineral water per person., 24/7 online assistance by dedicated, support team., Airport entry charges and parking fees., Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide.

Exclusions: Excess luggage charges (where applicable), Food and drinks, Gratuities, Capacity to carry over-sized luggage (e.g. Surf Boards, Golf Bags)

Reviewed By Zsolt T

We were a half day (3 hours) jeep safari and it was wonderful experience, the guide was fantastic and he knows a lot of informations regarding EcoPark and elephants, he was very helpful. He made me a hat from the nature (big leaf) :-).

10. World Heritage Sigiriya and Minneriya National Park From Ella

Red Apple Colombo Tours

Sigiriya - It is among the oldest landscaped gardens in the world. Minneriya National Park - Dry zone plant and animal species are common, and elephants are numerous. Unlike in other national parks, elephants can be spotted at a relatively close range. About 160 species of birds, 9 different types of amphibians, 25 reptiles, 26 fish, and more than 78 butterfly species have been found in this area. There are also rare bamboo trees not found in other national parks.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel Pick up and Drop off, Price for Minneriya Safari Jeep

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Reviewed By irisl269

We had booked a car with chauffeur for 7 days with pickup & drop off at Colombo airport. The driver Nishan, was courteous & very friendly. We visited Colombo, Hatton, Kandy, Dambulla, Sigiriya & Negeombo. Considering we did not visit a lot of the usual popular tourist places like Ella, it was a bit tough finding our way around but overall it was a great experience. Mr Sankalpa was very helpful in planning our trip before we left from NewYork & worked with us to get the itinerary we wanted. Highly recommend Red Apple Colombo. Thank you

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