ELEPHANT SAFARI
See Sri Lanka's elephants in the wild.
The landscapes around Sigiriya are home to some of Sri Lanka's most important elephant habitats. Travel by private jeep into the national park offering the best opportunity for sightings during your stay.
WILD ELEPHANTS · PRIVATE JEEP · NATIONAL PARK
ELEPHANTS OF THE CULTURAL TRIANGLE
Where the elephants move.
The national parks and protected landscapes around Sigiriya form part of a much larger habitat used by Sri Lanka's wild elephants. Herds move through this landscape throughout the year, responding to rainfall, water and the availability of food.
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That means there isn't one park that is always best for an elephant safari. Depending on recent movements and local conditions, your safari may take you to Minneriya, Kaudulla or another suitable area nearby, giving you the best opportunity to encounter elephants in their natural environment.
YOUR SAFARI
Following the elephants.
Your safari begins with a journey from Wild Grass to the national park offering the best conditions for elephant sightings that day. From there, you head into the landscape by private jeep.
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Rather than following a fixed park throughout the year, the destination can change according to recent elephant movements and local conditions. This allows the experience to follow the wildlife as closely as possible, whether the elephants are gathering around open grasslands, forest edges or water.
PRIVATE JEEP · PARK SELECTED BY CONDITIONS · HALF-DAY EXPERIENCE
WHEN TO GO
When is the best time for an elephant safari?
Early morning
Morning safaris can offer cooler conditions and softer light, with the landscape becoming active as the day begins.
Late afternoon
Afternoon safaris are often rewarding as temperatures begin to fall and elephants move through feeding areas and towards water.
WILDLIFE SIGHTINGS VARY · PARK CONDITIONS CHANGE · TIMING CAN BE ADVISED
WHAT TO BRING
Keep the essentials close.
Bring sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat for the more exposed parts of the drive. A camera or binoculars are worth carrying if you have them.
THE JEEP
Expect an open-air drive.
Safaris take place by jeep, travelling on uneven, dusty park roads and tracks. Comfortable, lightweight clothing is usually the most practical choice.
WILDLIFE
Every safari is different.
Elephants are wild and move freely through the landscape, so sightings, herd sizes and locations vary from day to day. Other wildlife and birdlife may also be encountered along the way.
BEFORE YOU GO
A few things to know before your safari.
SUN PROTECTION · CAMERA · BINOCULARS · LIGHT CLOTHING
FROM WILD GRASS
From Wild Grass to elephant country.
Wild Grass is well positioned to explore the elephant habitats of Sri Lanka's Cultural Triangle. Instead of committing every safari to the same national park, the destination is chosen according to recent elephant movements and conditions at that moment.
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Our team can arrange the journey, private jeep and refreshments, leaving you to experience the landscape and wildlife without planning the logistics yourself.
PRIVATE JEEP · TRANSPORT ARRANGED · PARK SELECTED BY CONDITIONS
THE EXPERIENCE
Elephant Safari
We can arrange your visit to Sigiriya from Wild Grass, including the journey to and from the rock and refreshments for the excursion.
DURATION
Approx. 4 hours
GROUP SIZE
2-6 guests
PRICE
USD 70 per person
TRANSPORT
Included
Good to know
National park entrance fees are not included and are paid separately. The park visited may vary according to recent elephant movements and local conditions.
What's included
Private safari jeep
Return transport from Wild Grass
Sandwiches
Bottled water
BEYOND THE SAFARI
Continue exploring.
Pair your safari with ancient sites, rocky viewpoints and more of the landscapes surrounding Wild Grass.
