4-Day Glamping & Photography Tour
4-Day Glamping & Photography Tour
4-Day Glamping & Photography Tour
4 Days Starting in Colombo and ending in Colombo, Sri Lanka
Visiting: Yala National Park, Colombo
Tour operator:
Tour code:
219
Group Type:
Private
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 15
Age range:
6-90
Special diets catered:
Halal, Vegetarians, Meat
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
From:
$1125
$1074 (USD)
Exclusive Tourhub Members Discount: -$51
NB: Prices correct on 17-May-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
Wildlife photography is one of the most interesting and challenging forms of photography that gives an opportunity to collect lifetime memories. You will have the opportunity to photograph the leopards in Yala National Park, Elephants in Udawalawe National Park and birds in Bundala National Park whilst enjoying the luxury comfort of one of the best wildlife accommodation options.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Colombo - Yala
Location: Yala National Park
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Dinner
07:30: You will be picked up from your hotel in the selected cities and transferred to Yala
12:30: Upon arrival at Palatupana, you will be collected by the Leopard nest jeep and driven to Leopard Nest.
13:00: Arrive at the Leopard Nest campsite and check in to one of the nests in the campsite followed by a short introduction by the camp manager on everything you need to know about the campsite.
13:00-14:30: Enjoy Lunch at the main restaurant in the campsite or at one of many outdoor locations available in the campsite. After lunch you can relax and unwind by taking a nap in the hammock or checking books about wildlife in the library.
15:00: You will start your evening game drive at Yala National park to photograph the wildlife treasure in one of the best homes for Leopards and other animals in Asia.
18:30: Arrive at the Campsite and enjoy your private Alfresco shower followed by drinks and appetizers around the campfire.
19:30 Dinner will be served at an outdoor location in the camp. Dine under the stars for an unforgettable evening meal in the jungle experience.
Stay overnight at a Luxury Nest in Leopard Nest.
Day 2 : Yala - Kandy (Via Monaragala)
Location: Yala National Park
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast
Wake up around 5:00 am to freshly brewed Ceylon tea or coffee.
Leave the campsite at 05:30 am and start to trek through thick bushes with a pathway access to a wonderful lake which offers breath-taking views and bird watching opportunities. If you are fortunate enough, you will encounter wildlife like elephants; Deers; palm squirrels; wild boars; etc. Also, you will confront both endemic and migratory birds; butterflies and lizards and land monitors slithering around the lake.
Capture the splendid views of wildlife and nature to take back home. Don’t forget to ask your naturalist to share his adventures in the wild during the trek.
Enjoy breakfast at a private location by a lake whilst listening to the singing of birds and feeling the fresh breeze.
Return from the nature trail and check-into the campsite. Refresh your souls.
You can relax and unwind by taking a nap in the hammock or checking books about wildlife in the library.
Enjoy Lunch at the main restaurant in the campsite or at one of many outdoor locations available in the campsite.
14:00: Hop in to the Jeep and proceed with an afternoon game drive for searching leopards. elephants, keep an eye out for animals including sloth bears, black-naped hares, spotted deer, sambar, hanuman langurs, toque monkeys, stripe-necked and ruddy mongooses, wild boar, and golden jackal. You may also see the enormous land and water monitors and, of course, marsh crocodiles.
When finished the safari, you will be taken to a private Beach where you have a couple of hours to explore, dip your toes in the cool water, and enjoy a 4-course barbecue dinner with a glass or two of wine. The beach is located in an exclusively private area and dinner is set up only for your group.
Stay overnight at a Luxury Nest in Leopard Nest.
Day 3 : Yala - Kandy ( Via Monaragala )
Location: Yala National Park
Accommodation: Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After restful overnight in the wild, enjoy freshly squeezed juices from seasonal fruits followed by breakfast.
Following breakfast, hop in to a Tuk-Tuk and explore the Village life of Tissamaharama and Yala which is rural and unique. Explore five wonderful lakes and enjoy the scenery and bird-life before walking to see the life of a curd makers. You will be able to witness how pottery and curd is made. In this tour you will experience the real Sri Lankan village life in Yala and Tissamaharama. This expedition will add a new page to your album where you will not be able to experience with others.
13:00: After Lunch, you will be driven to the Udawalawe National Park.
15:00: You will start your game drive at Udawalawe National Park. Many Elephants are attracted to the park because of the reservoir. Other than the Elephants, the park is home to water Buffalo, water Monitor Lizards, Sambar Deer, Monkeys and the occasional Leopard, as well as it is an exciting location for Bird enthusiasts.
18:00: You will be driven back to your Campsite.
20:30: Enjoy Dinner at the campsite with drinks around the campfire.
Stay overnight at a Luxury Nest in Leopard Nest.
Day 4 : Yala - Colombo
Location: Colombo
Accommodation Name: next destination
Meals Included: No Meals
Wake up at dawn around 5:00am to freshly brewed Ceylon tea or coffee. Then leave with packed breakfast to Bundala National Park.
6:00: You will start your game drive at Bundala National Park. During this 3-4 hour game drive, you will be able to witness many species of birds, Occasional Elephant, Spotted Deer, Sambar, Hanuman Langur, Toque Monkey, Stripe-necked and Ruddy Mongooses, Wild Boar, Golden Jackal, Land and Water Monitor and Marsh Crocodile. We provide light refreshments and water bottles during the safari.
11:30: Arrive at the campsite and leave to your next destination ( Transportation will be provided to the cities mentioned in the inclusions section.
What's Included
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Accommodation
3 Nights accommodation at an Air-conditioned Luxury Nest.
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Meals
Breakfast, lunch and dinner at the campsite for 3 nights Private romantic BBQ dinner
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Fully Guided
Qualified naturalist/game ranger as your personal guide during the safaris.
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Transport
Village tour by Tuk-tuk
What's Not Included
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Additional Services
Additional Service not Included
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Insurance
Insurance not Included
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International Travel
International Travel not included
Mode of Transport
Village tour by Tuk-tuk
Accommodation
3 Nights accommodation at an Air-conditioned Luxury Nest.
Check out our Q&As
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Company Instant Book
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Are flights included in this tour?
no , flight not included in this tour
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What is the maximum group size?
15 Max group size
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Qualified naturalist/game ranger as your personal guide during the safaris.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
yes, you can but you need to pay extra
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How long has the tour company been trading?
10 years
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
A Negative PCR test report taken within 72 hours prior to arrival is a mandatory requirement to enter to the country Face masks are required during the tours & sightseeing Mandatory temperature check-up will be conducted at the all locations Please keep distance to avoid Covid-19 transmission Please sanitize your hands soon after your sightseen & other visits
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
iternary , guidelines , feedback form
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Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
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