Along the way
- Arrival
- Colombo Pettah market walk
- Overnight transfer south
Overnight — Galle Face Hotel
8-Day Signature Journey
Leopards, Lagoons & Galle
Eight days through the wild south — safari at dawn, colonial history by candlelight.
From
$6,200/ person
Duration
8 Days
Group Size
Max 6 guests
The Journey
What to expect
The southern quarter of Sri Lanka holds the island's most concentrated contrasts: the dense dry forest of Yala, where leopards patrol ancient rock formations; the colonial elegance of Galle Fort; and the pristine beaches of the southern coast, largely undiscovered by international visitors. This journey moves through all three landscapes with a private naturalist in the park and an art historian in the Fort.
Journey Highlights
- Private leopard safari
- Sunrise drive in Yala
- Expert naturalist guide
- Galle Fort by night
- Stilt fishing at Koggala
Day by Day
Your 8-Day Itinerary
Every day is private and re-shapeable — this is the shape we recommend, not a fixed track.
8 Days
Along the way
- Full-day safari in Yala Block 1
- Leopard tracking
- Crocodile lagoon
Overnight — Chena Huts by Aman, Yala
Along the way
- Pre-dawn safari (4:30am)
- Bird watching at Palatupana
- Afternoon pool & hammock
Overnight — Chena Huts by Aman, Yala
Along the way
- Stilt fishermen at Koggala
- Moonstone mines, Meetiyagoda
- Galle Fort arrival
Overnight — Amangalla, Galle Fort
Along the way
- Private art historian tour
- Dutch period buildings
- Fort ramparts at sunset
Overnight — Amangalla, Galle Fort
Along the way
- National Maritime Museum
- Independent exploration
- Dinner at fort restaurant
Overnight — Amangalla, Galle Fort
Along the way
- Beach day at Mirissa
- Snorkelling at Polhena reef
- Sunset at Weligama beach
Overnight — The Secret Garden, Mirissa
Along the way
- Final morning swim
- Colombo airport transfer
The Fine Print
What's included
Included
- All accommodation
- Private transfers
- Safari jeep & guide
- Park fees
- Galle Fort guided tour
- Daily breakfast
Not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
Guest Voices
What travellers say.
“From the moment we landed in Colombo, everything was seamless. Our guide knew hidden temples that weren't in any guidebook. The boutique hotel in Galle Fort was extraordinary — we extended our stay twice. This wasn't a tour, it was a love letter to Sri Lanka.”
Sarah & James Whitfield
United Kingdom · February 2026
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