Trincomalee to Sigiriya : Rural Village Tour & Elephant Safari

Trincomalee to Sigiriya : Rural Village Tour & Elephant Safari

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Free cancellation available

Features

Free cancellation available
5h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Discover the real Sri Lanka on this private full-day tour from Trincomalee, combining authentic culture and wildlife in one unforgettable adventure. Visit a traditional village near Sigiriya, untouched by mass tourism. Ride a bullock cart, canoe across a serene lake, visit a local home, and enjoy a delicious home-cooked Sri Lankan meal. Optional visits include a gem museum, Ayurvedic herbal garden, and silk workshop with saree try-on. In the afternoon, enjoy a thrilling 4x4 jeep safari in Minneriya, Kaudulla, or Hurulu Eco Park—chosen based on seasonal elephant movement. This tour is immersive, customizable, and perfect for travelers seeking true local experiences, warm hospitality, and stunning wildlife. Small group or private options available. Create unforgettable memories while exploring the heart of Sri Lanka.

Activity location

Pelwehera
- Dambulla, Central Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

Trinco Bay Dive Center , PADI 5 Star Dive Resort
- 13000, Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka

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Trincomalee to Sigiriya : Rural Village Tour & Elephant Safari

5h
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time: 9:00

Price details

RM 587.63 x 1 AdultRM 587.63

Paid at activityRM 156.70

Total

What's included, what's not

Private jeep elephant safari with expert guide
Guided village tour with bullock cart, canoe, tuk tuk or tractor
Optional visits to gem shop, Ayurvedic herbal garden, and silk factory
Round-trip transportation from Trincomalee (A/C vehicle)
Bottled water
English-speaking local hosts
Traditional Sri Lankan lunch with herbal drink
Visit to a local home with cooking demonstration
Gratuities (optional)
Personal expenses (souvenirs, snacks, etc.)
Entrance & Service Fee to the National Park. (Sri Lankan Rupees 13,000/ - Per Person)

Know before you book

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Pelwehera

2h

Travelers will explore the peaceful village of Pelwehera with a scenic bullock cart ride, a canoe ride across a small lake, and a tuk tuk or tractor ride through rural landscapes. At a local home, guests will join a short cooking demonstration and learn how to prepare Sri Lankan rice and curry using traditional clay pots over a wood-fired stove. This stop offers a truly authentic and cultural village experience.

Minneriya National Park

3h
Admission ticket included

n the afternoon, travelers will embark on a private jeep safari in one of Sri Lanka’s top national parks (chosen based on seasonal elephant movement “Hurulu Eco Park” or “Minneriya National Park” or “Kaudulla National Park”). Guided by a local wildlife expert, they will see wild elephants, deer, peacocks, monkeys, crocodiles, and exotic bird species in their natural habitat.

Location

Activity location

Pelwehera
- Dambulla, Central Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

Trinco Bay Dive Center , PADI 5 Star Dive Resort
- 13000, Trincomalee, Eastern Province, Sri Lanka

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