Luxury Safari Lodge
Chena Huts
Yala
Cocoon-like cabins at the edge of the bush — private plunge pools and star-filled nights.
Deep South · 6 Days
Wild South, Safari & Sea
Leopard country at dawn, warm southern bays by afternoon — a rhythm of wild mornings and slow coastal evenings.
From USD 760 per person
Where the jungle meets the Indian Ocean
The deep south rewards early risers. Game drives while the bush is still cool, then the long descent to empty beaches and fishing villages where life moves with the tide. Your guide reads both landscapes — which waterhole the elephants favour and which bay catches the sunset without a crowd.
- Duration
- 6 Days
- Destinations
- Deep South
- Travel Style
- Active & Wild
- Best Season
- November – April (dry season, best wildlife viewing)
Day by day
Day 1
Southward bound
Day 1
Southward bound
Drive from Colombo into the dry zone, arriving at your lodge near Yala as the afternoon heat eases.
- Scenic transfer
- Lodge check-in
- Evening briefing
Day 2
Dawn in Yala
Day 2
Dawn in Yala
An early game drive through leopard country — elephants, crocodiles, and birdlife in golden morning light.
- Sunrise safari
- Leopard tracking
- Bush breakfast
Day 3
Bundala & the coast
Day 3
Bundala & the coast
Morning birding at Bundala lagoon, then the road drops to the southern shore.
- Bundala National Park
- Coastal drive
- Beach sunset
Day 4
Whale watching & Mirissa
Day 4
Whale watching & Mirissa
Pre-dawn boat from Mirissa for blue whales and dolphins, then a slow afternoon on the bay.
- Whale watching cruise
- Mirissa beach
- Seafood dinner
Day 5
Galle Fort & the ramparts
Day 5
Galle Fort & the ramparts
A morning inside the Dutch fort — ramparts, boutiques, and the lighthouse at the ocean's edge.
- Galle Fort walk
- Rampart sunset
- Local artisans
Day 6
Return north
Day 6
Return north
A relaxed drive back to Colombo or the airport, with time for a final coastal lunch.
- Flexible timing
- En-route stops
- Airport transfer
Where you rest
Suggested stays for this route — property photos available on request.
Boutique Heritage
Fort Bazaar
Galle Fort
A restored merchant house inside the fort walls — courtyard calm steps from the ramparts.
Experiences included
Safari
Beaches
Heritage
Coastal Villages
Pricing & inclusions
Starting from
Starting price USD 760 / person
Final pricing depends on dates, group size, and accommodation choices.
What's included
- Private vehicle with licensed chauffeur-guide
- Fuel, parking, and highway tolls
- Curated accommodation as outlined
- Airport meet-and-greet on arrival day
What's not included
- International flights
- Visa fees and travel insurance
- Meals unless specified
- Entrance fees to parks and monuments
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Good to know
Questions about this journey
How likely are we to see leopards?
Yala has one of the highest leopard densities in the world, but wildlife is never guaranteed. We schedule two drives when possible to maximise your chances.
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