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Safari
Dawn drives & big cats

Safari

Best time: Feb – Jul
the experience

What it’s like

Sri Lanka is one of the few places on Earth where you can see leopards, elephants and blue whales in the same week. We run safaris with trackers who've grown up on the edge of the parks and know where the cats like to nap.

What to expect

  • Open-top jeep with a dedicated tracker-driver
  • Dawn start (around 5:30am) and a cooked breakfast on the trail
  • Binoculars and a field guide provided
  • Small groups, never more than 6 per jeep
insider tips
  • Wear neutral colours and bring a light jacket for the early drive
  • Leopards are never guaranteed, so book two drives if you can
  • Best light is the first and last hour of the day
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