Two of Sri Lanka's finest leopard parks, one misty mountain plateau and a southern beach to finish. This itinerary follows the leopard through Wilpattu's forest-fringed lakes and Yala's rocky scrubland, with a cool interlude at Horton Plains in between. Private jeeps, early starts and long days in the field give photographers the time and flexibility to work, and the highlands and coast add variety to your portfolio.
9 Nights / 10 Days
Meet and greet on arrival at the airport, followed by a private air-conditioned transfer to Wilpattu
Scenic drive through the northwest countryside
Check in at your safari lodge and settle in ahead of an early start
Dinner at the Hotel / lodge
Early breakfast, then a full-day private jeep safari
Photograph leopards, sloth bears, elephants, crocodiles, deer and endemic birdlife
Picnic lunch in the park
Return to the Hotel / lodge in the evening
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A second full day exploring different zones of the park, from forest tracks to the natural lakes (villus)
Time to wait, observe and compose for wildlife and bird photography
Overnight at the Hotel / lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast, then travel into the central highlands
Drive through tea plantations, waterfalls and mountain scenery
Check in at your hotel near Horton Plains
Evening at leisure in the cool hill-country air
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Early morning guided excursion to beat the mist and the crowds
Walk the circular trail through montane cloud forest and open grassland
Take in World's End, Mini World's End and Baker's Falls
Watch for endemic wildlife and highland birds
Return to the hotel to rest
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast, then descend to the southeast
Check in at your safari Hotel / lodge near Yala, home to one of the highest leopard densities in the world
Afternoon private jeep safari in the golden light
Return to the lodge in the evening
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A full day across several sectors of the park.
More time in the field improves your chances of leopard sightings and varied images
Picnic lunch in the park, then return to the hotel / lodge in the evening
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
A full day across several sectors of the park
More time in the field improves your chances of leopard sightings and varied images
Picnic lunch in the park, then return to the hotel / lodge in the evening
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Breakfast, then a scenic coastal drive to Mirissa
Check in at a beachfront hotel
A free day to relax, with optional whale watching (seasonal), sunset photography and seafood dining at beachside cafés
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast at the hotel
Private transfer to Colombo or Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
Carefully selected safari lodges, mountain retreats and beachfront hotels
Twin-share or single rooms
Full board and half board, depending on location
Private air-conditioned vehicle throughout
Private safari jeeps for every park visit
Experienced drivers and local trackers
National park entrance fees included
Government taxes and safari charges included