Arrive and transfer to Negombo. Evening lagoon walk with birdlife observation as the light fades across the water. Overnight in Negombo.

Drive through rural dry-zone landscapes to Wilpattu National Park. Arrive at a forest-edge lodge. Afternoon at leisure in natural surroundings. Overnight near Wilpattu.

Morning game drive in Wilpattu – leopards, endemic birdlife, and the park’s remarkable natural lake system. Late morning departure to Sigiriya. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Sigiriya.

Morning climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Continue to Kandy through cultural landscapes. Evening walk by Kandy Lake. Overnight in Kandy.

Scenic drive through tea country with waterfall and valley viewpoints. Tea estate experience. Continue to Ella. Overnight in Ella.

Drive to the southern coastal wetlands for a guided lagoon boat safari through mangroves and bird habitats. Sunset coastal arrival. Overnight on the south coast.

A free day for cycling, birdwatching, lagoon swimming, or simply relaxing on the beach. Overnight on the south coast.

Drive to Colombo with a short city stop if time permits. Transfer to the airport for departure.