Wild Sri Lanka – August 2025 – Leopards Of Sri Lanka

Arrival Day – 3rd  Aug 2025.

To ensure we are all on the ground and ready for Day 1, the hotel room for the night before the start of the tour is included in your package.

Participants to make own way to the designated city hotel. This hotel room is included in the tour price. 

(Excluding meals and beverages)

During the evening we take time to meet and greet other participants and discuss the tour.

Day 1  4th Aug

Morning road journey to Wilpattu by chartered bus. (BLD)

**Afternoon photo safari – depending on arrival time.

Day 2 ~ 4

Full day photo safaris.

We venture deep into the wilderness of Wilpattu National Park in search of elusive Leopard. (BLD)

Day 5 ~ 6

We traverse the beautiful countryside as we make our journey over to our next location – The Kumana National Park.

Overnight stay on day 5. (BLD)

**Afternoon photo safari on Day 6 – Depending on arrival time.

Day 7 ~ 10

Morning And Afternoon photo safaris

We venture deep into the jungle of Kumana National Park in search of elusive Leopard. (BLD)

Day 11.

By mid morning, we leave for Yala.

**Afternoon photo safari on Day 6 – Depending on arrival time.

Day 12 – 13

Morning And Afternoon photo safaris

We venture deep into the jungle of Yala National Park in search of elusive Leopard. (BLD)

Day 14

After a hearty breakfast, we proceed to Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport. (B)

The Tour ends at Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport.

We say our farewells and then depart for our respective homeward bound transfers.

Accommodation:

• Comfortable western style hotels with a warm Asian feel.
• Single room accommodation for the entire tour. You do not need to share your room at any location.
• Double / Twin rooms are available upon request.
• (Additional expense will be confirmed at booking )
• Please make any dietary needs known when you fill in the online booking form.

What is included:

• Photographic tuition & guidance.
• All accommodation and meals (BLD – see schedule) during your tour.
• Meals as indicated (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
• Internal bus (Chartered) transfers for the entire trip. Ample space for all!
• All location admission fees.

What is NOT included:

• Your flight / transportation cost to / from Colombo International Airport.
• Hotels costs while travelling prior to the start or after the photo tour.
• Costs of meals / beverages on arrival day 1.
• You are advised to schedule your arrival a day before the start of the photo tour, this not only reduces the impact of any international flight delays, but also enables international guests to sleep off any jet lag.
• Your travel and medical Insurance.
• Visa fees (If applicable).
• Laundry, phone calls, Internet use (most places will have free WiFi).
• Any kind of drinks (alcoholic, non-alcoholic, mineral, aerated).
• Snacks, souvenirs, tips.

Insurance:

You are advised to take out comprehensive insurance to cover your entire time on the tour.

Your insurance should at least cover the following  –  medical, travel, camera equipment, in addition to any other areas you deem required.

Personal Care Information:

Please seek professional medical advice from your doctor/GP/physician on your intention to travel to an area of extreme heat. Vaccination might be required prior to travel!!

We will be travelling in rural Sri Lanka, where little medical facilities will be available. Please ensure you bring any necessary medication along.

Participants with any form of breathing difficulties or health issues with extreme heat are advised to seek medical advice before booking a place on this tour.

Scheduling Your Arrival:

It is imperative you ensure your flight arrives in Colombo at least a day before the start of the tour.

What Do You Need For This Tour?

• Love to travel and a passion for wildlife photography – All levels welcome – Newbies to Guru!
• At bare minimum a camera (film or digital) and a telephoto lens. Note: A long range 300 – 600mm telephoto lens is ideal for this tour.
• A 100 – 400mm zoom lens is the most versatile lens for this tour.
• Earth Coloured Light clothing – Long sleeve shirt and trousers, hat, and trekking boots or comfortable walking shoes – It will be very warm / hot. Trust me!
• During the tour the average temperature will be 30° Celsius (86° Fahrenheit) >>It is imperative you wear appropriate clothing<< The early morning and evening being the coolest time of the day.
• A relatively good level of fitness (Long hours are spent in the Jeeps driving around the jungle)

NOTE: Full details on what you need bring along and how to fully prepare for your adventure will be sent along with your confirmed booking details