Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport where you will be warmly greeted. After a long flight, unwind at a comfortable airport hotel. Take the evening to relax and prepare for the exciting journey ahead into the wild and lush heart of Sri Lanka.

Begin your adventure with a scenic drive to Tissamaharama, the gateway to Yala National Park. In the evening, embark on a thrilling half-day safari into Yala, the most visited and second-largest national park in Sri Lanka. Known for having one of the highest densities of leopards in the world, Yala is also home to elephants, sloth bears, spotted deer, mugger crocodiles, and over 200 species of birds. The golden light of dusk brings the wilderness alive.

Spend a full day immersed in Yala’s rich biodiversity. Venture deeper into the park’s dry monsoon forest and rocky outcrops where stealthy leopards roam. Keep your eyes peeled for painted storks, peacocks, mongoose, and elusive jungle cats. You may even witness the majestic Sri Lankan elephant bathing or roaming in herds—an unforgettable sight.

Journey to the misty hills of Nuwara Eliya, often called “Little England” for its cool climate and colonial charm. Explore the picturesque town surrounded by lush tea plantations.

A nature lover’s dream awaits in Horton Plains National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and cloud forest plateau at over 2,000 meters elevation. Trek through misty trails to reach the dramatic drop of World’s End. The park is a sanctuary for the rare and elusive mountain leopard, sambar deer, purple-faced langurs, and endemic birds like the Sri Lanka whistling thrush and yellow-eared bulbul. A perfect blend of mystery and majestic landscapes.

Descend into the lush lowland rainforest of Kitulgala, famous for its rich biodiversity and scenic riverside beauty. In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxed birding session, spotting species like the Sri Lanka blue magpie, Layard's parakeet, and the shimmering Asian paradise flycatcher.

Explore the dense rainforest trails in search of some of Sri Lanka’s rarest endemic bird species. Kitulgala is a top hotspot for ornithologists and nature photographers alike. Look out for the green-billed coucal, brown-capped babbler, and if lucky, the Serendib scops owl, one of the rarest owls in the world.

Start your day with white-water rafting in the Kelani River – an adrenaline-pumping ride through pristine rainforest scenery. Later, transfer to Kandy, the cultural capital, to visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy an evening walk around the serene Kandy Lake.

Climb the majestic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, an ancient marvel rising nearly 200 meters above the forest. Apart from its royal ruins and panoramic views, Sigiriya is famous for its monkey communities, especially Toque macaques and purple-faced langurs, studied extensively by primatologists. These monkeys are not only entertaining but vital to the forest's ecosystem – keep an eye out for their playful antics.

Head to Wilpattu National Park, Sri Lanka’s largest and oldest national park. Known for its “villus” – natural sand-rimmed water basins – Wilpattu offers a unique safari experience. Enjoy a half-day safari spotting leopards, sloth bears, Indian cobras, and a variety of birds like painted storks, woolly-necked storks, and white-bellied sea eagles.

Dive deeper into Wilpattu's untamed beauty. This quieter park allows for an intimate wildlife experience. Explore the remote trails in search of the stealthy leopard, one of the park's most elusive predators, and observe jackals, mugger crocodiles, jungle fowl, and spotted deer roaming through the thick scrub jungle.

Bid farewell to the island of enchantment. Transfer to the airport for your departure, carrying unforgettable memories of wild encounters, misty mountains, ancient wonders, and thrilling adventures.