Gentle Walking Sri Lanka
A gentle walking holiday visiting the island’s main historical, cultural, wildlife and scenic highlights.
- Holiday duration: 16 days
- Price from: £2,430
- Operator: Mountain Kingdoms
A gentle walking holiday visiting the island’s main historical, cultural, wildlife and scenic highlights.
Sri Lanka is home to an extraordinary range of wildlife. Several national parks, some of them which are recognised as Heritage Sites of the world boast of elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, monkeys and a colourful collection of migratory and endemic birds.
Set off on a group adventure around Sri Lanka and experience Golden beaches, tea-plantations, Hindu shrines and incredible landscapes on what is known as the 'Pearl of the Indian Ocean'.
Take your time and enjoy one of the most varied and beautiful countries on this planet. This holiday idea is designed for a two week holiday and goes at a relaxing pace.
Leopard and elephant are Sri Lanka’s two signature species, and you’ll have ample opportunity to spot both on this two-week tour of the island, which has been specifically designed with wildlife and nature lovers in mind.
The tiny tropical island of Sri Lanka is home to some of the finest national parks of the subcontinent making it a wildlife enthusiasts paradise.
A comprehensive tour through Sri Lanka exploring World Heritage Sites, ancient kingdoms and pay homage at the Cradle of Buddhism. Take a nostalgic train ride through some of the most scenic spots in Sri Lanka and enjoy the crisp cool climate as you wander through sprawling tea plantations.
A tented safari in Yala National Park is a wonderful experience and almost guaranteed to produce some wild elephant sightings along with numerous birds and the possibility of leopards, crocodiles, wild boar and bears. The national park combines well with Sri Lanka's beautiful beaches and 16th century UNESCO Galle Fort to create a fantastic trip.
Explore the wonders of Sri Lanka on our Emerald Isle group tour. Start with the modern capital city of Colombo, before travelling inland to the 'Cultural Triangle' of Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Kandy. Anuradhapura, where Buddhism first came to Sri Lanka, was the country's capital for 1,300 years.
Whale watching season starts in November and ends in April when the oceans are warm and calm. Mirissa is the best place to start your whale and dolphin watching tour in Sri Lanka while the sea off Kalpitiya teams with an abundance of dolphins.