North Central Province Tours
Minneriya National Park Private Safari
4.5
Minneriya National Park Private Safari
By Lakpura LLC
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This safari takes you on an exclusive ride through the Minneriya National Park which is highly famed for its elephants and wildlife. The three-tour options allow you to select whether you wish to watch wildlife during their morning activities, evening activities or even throughout the day. You also get a complimentary pickup and drop-off if you’re staying within a 5km limit of the entrance.
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 5-70
Duration: 3h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Meets animal welfare guidelines
- 4x4 Safari Jeep (Maximum of 6 Passengers per jeep)
- Experienced Driver (Also your tracker)
- Free Pickup/Drop off from/to any location within the radius of 5 KM from the Park Gate
- Water Bottle Per Person
What's not included- Hotel pickup and drop-off if outside of 5km of park entrance gate
- Entrance fees for Jeep-only bookings (entrance fees to be paid in cash)
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
- Minneriya National Park, Sri LankaPark Gate of Minneriya National Park
Pickup details- Park Gate of Minneriya National Park
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 16052P1184- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Recommended Start Times: 06:00 am Evening Safari (03-hours) - 02:30 pm
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 16052P1184
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Rajkot, India668 contributions
On the 3rd day our Exploration of Srilanka, from Anuradhapura to Pollonuruwa, on the way we undertook Wildlife Safari at Minneriya National Park by a private Bollero 4x4 Jeep. From Anuradhapura, it took nearly 01.30 hrs to reach Minneriya National park. We were met by our Jeep Driver who assisted us in procuring our Entrance Tickets costing USD 35 and Jeep cost was
USD 40 for a Jeep of 06 pax.
Minneriya is a National Park and thereason for declaring the area as protected is to protect the catchment of Minneriya tank and the wildlife of the surrounding area. The tank also is of historical importance, having been built by King Mahasen in third century AD. The park is a dry season feeding ground for large number of Asiatic Elephant population dwelling in forests of Matale, Polonnaruwa, and Trincomalee districts. Minneriya National Park is also famous site for Birding.
USD 40 for a Jeep of 06 pax.
Minneriya is a National Park and thereason for declaring the area as protected is to protect the catchment of Minneriya tank and the wildlife of the surrounding area. The tank also is of historical importance, having been built by King Mahasen in third century AD. The park is a dry season feeding ground for large number of Asiatic Elephant population dwelling in forests of Matale, Polonnaruwa, and Trincomalee districts. Minneriya National Park is also famous site for Birding.
Written July 24, 2023
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William Irwin
Perth, Australia11 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
Fantastic safari trip to lush Minneriya National park. Our jeep driver was a very professional safari driver. We were drove by a comfortable fully opened jeep. So we could spot animals easily. During the two hours trip, we spotted approximately 40-50 elephants. Highly recommended safari trip who is staying in Sigiriya.
Written January 4, 2023
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shanemahoney
Seattle, WA27 contributions
Our guide was amazing and we saw many groups of elephants and even several baby elephants that were adorable. Elephants also played in pools of water to cool down. At times we saw some of the other guides seem to get too close to the elephants which was concerning because they are wild animals so they shouldn’t be disturbed. The length of tour was a good length (about 2 hours) and when you wanted to stay and watch or move on from elephants the guide was happy to oblige. It was also fun just riding around in the jeep with the wind in your hair enjoying the scenery. We saw some peacocks and other birds too.
Written March 29, 2022
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Chathura Dilanga
Colombo, Sri Lanka157 contributions
Aug 2020
We hired person called Jeewan while our stay in Habarana village. He is very knowledgeable & very friendly. he will pick you from your hotel when you confirm the time. Best time will be afternoon around 2-3 PM. from habarana its like 15 minutes drive. If you plan to visit National park in Minneiriya Please do contact Jeewan on +94767618381. Guaranteed you will enjoy the journey.
Written September 25, 2020
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TerryH
Hertfordshire, UK1,935 contributions
Always enjoy a Safari and this was no different. Driver was average compared to previous Safari drivers. In terms of animals it is really only elephants and water buffalo so once you’ve seen them a few times there is not a lot of variety.
Written March 2, 2022
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PCLBoston_MA
Boston, MA79 contributions
Oct 2021
What a treat to experience this park and the elephants and water buffalo and many beautiful birds. Our guide was quite knowledgeable and determined to find the elephants and introduce us to the park.
Written October 19, 2021
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Medina de Pomar, Spain1 contribution
Aug 2024 • Family
Very good experience. The management of the reservation was excellent. And the safari very nice with a very professional driver who explained everything very well and took us through very good roads, much of the tour we went alone instead of with the jeep group.
Written August 2, 2024
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(Job No:J31196S03) Thank you so much for taking the time to review your safari experience and our service. We are thrilled to hear the lasting impression the experience has left on you, Your wonderful comments and positive feedback is a great incentive for us to further ensure and enhance our level of service for the future as well. We hope to have you again here in Sri Lanka.
Written August 29, 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Hols969
Cocking, UK126 contributions
Jul 2023
If elephants are your thing then this is the place to go, so many to see, we were recommended the afternoon slot as more elephants around as they have come out of the forest to drink
Fabulous guide supplied by the National Park as well who was very friendly and spoke excellent English (we booked via Navin Lanka Tours for a few days who was excellent as well but not on this safari)
Make sure you have hats, sun cream etc as it is an open top jeep so you can stand up and admire them.
Fabulous afternoon
Fabulous guide supplied by the National Park as well who was very friendly and spoke excellent English (we booked via Navin Lanka Tours for a few days who was excellent as well but not on this safari)
Make sure you have hats, sun cream etc as it is an open top jeep so you can stand up and admire them.
Fabulous afternoon
Written August 8, 2023
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(J28339S030) Thank you so much for taking the time to review your safari experience and our service. We are thrilled to hear the lasting impression the experience has left on you, Your wonderful comments and positive feedback is a great incentive for us to further ensure and enhance our level of service for the future as well. We hope to have you again here in Sri Lanka.
Written October 13, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Irina S
47 contributions
Beautiful nature! You can get so close to the elephants! Feel like being a part of they family 😀
The most precious moments when you see the baby elephants. Super cute 🥰
The most precious moments when you see the baby elephants. Super cute 🥰
Written June 15, 2023
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Minneriya safari sri lanka
Dambulla, Sri Lanka133 contributions
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You will also get a chance to see South Asia's largest herd of elephants at one place.
You can see different lifestyles of elephants, water sports in the lake grounds.
🦅
Minneriya Forest Park
Add an unforgettable memory to your weekend
Written June 2, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
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