14 Days in Sri Lanka: Lush Lands and Wildlife Corridors

Overview

For a day that feels like a dream, start by stepping back in time. This morning, you'll visit the famous Sigiriya Rock Fortress: one of the area’s — nevertheless Sri Lanka’s — most renowned locales. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Sigiriya invites visitors to summit its steps, so you can see the surrounding landscapes from way above and the rock from way up close. If you're up for a climb, you’ll hike the steps to the top of this ancient rock fortress, where you’ll encounter palace ruins. The site also features beautiful gardens and elaborate frescoes that create a marvel of both natural and artistic significance. When you’re done here, you'll switch your focus to wildlife as you head to Minneriya National Park, a major elephant habitat. Within the park, you’ll participate in a guided safari, with the opportunity to view elephants, among other animals, in the wild. Once a year, the park sees one of Asia’s largest elephant migrations, when hundreds of these majestic mammals gather together. Once you've gotten all the glimpses of nature, you’ll head back to your Sigiriya hotel, with the rest of the night wide open to reflect on everything you've just witnessed. (Breakfast, Dinner)

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