Top Anuradhapura Natural Attractions

The Wilpattu National Park in northwest Sri Lanka boasts natural lakes alongside wild leopards, elephants, water buffalo, sloth bears, and more. Rather than the hassle of organizing your own visit to the park—considered somewhat off-the-beaten-track—book this private tour from Bentota. With return air-conditioned transport, a 4WD drive through the wetlands and jungle; and time for lunch included, it means you can simply concentrate on watching for the wildlife.

Forget transport worries and get the most from Wilpattu National Park on this private tour from Dambulla. After hotel pickup, absorb the scenery as you venture to Sri Lanka’s largest national park—home to wild leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, and birdlife. Then, enjoy a private, guide-driven 4WD safari: rumbling around forests, lakes, and scrub to see wildlife in its natural environment. A picnic lunch is included before your return.

Experience the world’s biggest elephant gathering at Minneriya National Park between July and September—or simply observe its Asian elephants close-up at other times—on this private tour from Negombo. Forget organizing cabs or a multi-day trip; and visit in one easy, time-efficient day: enjoying a private 4WD safari around the scrub and lake to look for elephants, deer, monkeys, and birds; and hear about them from a driver-guide.