Wildlife in Sri Lanka

Elephants, leopards, whales and birds live within a few hours of each other. We look for stays that put you close to them.

What to expect

Wildlife at a glance

WhereSigiriya, Mirissa, the east coast

StayTented suites, jungle camps, whale-watching bases

DoGuided drives, boat trips, early starts

Best timeVaries by park and by animal. Ask us for the right month for what you want to see.

Questions

Are the camps inside the parks?

Each property page says where it sits and how far the nearest park gate is.

Is it suitable for children?

Age limits differ by property. Ask us and we will confirm before you book.

Stays for Wildlife

Beach Resorts · Mirissa

Barefoot beachfront cabanas, hammocks over the sand, whale-watching boat on site.

From $150 per night · Rating 4.5 View

Wildlife Lodges · Sigiriya

Tented suites facing the rock fortress, private guide for the pre-dawn climb.

From $195 per night · Rating 4.7 View

Themed packages

Wildlife · Moderate pace

A jungle camp by the rock fortress, then whale watching from Mirissa.

Sigiriya · 3nMirissa · 3n

Stays from $1,035 room, two sharing View package

More ways in

Tell us who is travelling and when. We suggest the stays and the order to visit them.