Private Tour
Minneriya National Park Elephant Jeep Safari Private Tour
Overview
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The biggest concentration of wild Asian elephants in the entire world may be found in Sri Lanka’s Minneriya National Park, which is home to a wide variety of species. Nearly 31,000 hectares make up Minneriya National Park.
Nearly 170 bird species and other animals are also found in the area. Jeep safaris are a popular way for visitors to go through the park, increasing their chances of seeing park animals in their natural habitat at twilight.
There are a few parks instead of the Minneriya national park ( Hurulu eco park, Kaudulla national park) and we will guide you to find the best park to see elephants according to the weather conditions.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Minneriya National Park
What is the special about Minneriya National Park? Minneriya National Park | The Ancient Cities, Sri Lanka ... Dominated by the ancient Minneriya Wewa, the park has plenty of scrub, forest and wetlands in its 88.9 sq km to also provide shelter for toque macaques, sambar deer, buffalo, crocodiles and leopards (the latter are very rarely seen, however). There are rarer animals for groups to spot in the park, such as the Sri Lankan leopard and Sri Lankan sloth bear, however both are elusive and more difficult to see. Conditions in the park provide a well-suited habitat for up to 160 bird species, including water birds such as pelicans, storks and herons.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
English Speaking Knowledgeable Driver
Entry/Admission - Minneriya National Park
Entrance Fees to National Park
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Minneriay National Park Elephant Jeep Safari Private Tour
Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included
Reviews
64 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good elephant safari
thepits,,Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Book safari with company as private tour. Fortunately it was the first decent day after the cyclone so had a really good tour around the Hurulu Eco Park. Saw a couple of groups of water buffalo and several lone male elephants and two family groups. Good tour guide who really worked to give us good views and didn’t speed around the site like some of the other tours. Also used the same company for two half day trips to the Dambulla Cave Temple, Sirguri Rock but unfortunately some of the sites were closed due to the effects of the cyclone. Couldn’t be helped.
Amazing
itxasom281,,Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sudath was the best guide ever. He was searching all the animals possible for us and being so nice making the Safari so enjoyable. 100% recomendable.
Amazing jeep safari trip in Kaudulla National Park
496nizare,,Oct 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent jeep safri experience in Kaudulla National Park,with amazing spots to see elephants troupes and wild birds. Sudath was so kind and funny, and the most important is his instinct to cach animals once on the trees... he stop on the spot and give all needed information with extra sense of humour.... I strongly recommend him for any jeep safari in Srilanka
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capucined500,,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the Eco Park safari, it was great, the guide was on time. He knows the park very well. He takes the time to observe the animals and give us explanations it was great! I recommend
Great safari!
T1799JMelisam,,Oct 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience! Our guide was adorable, we were alone all safari and have lots of elephants. Many thanks and I recommend ++
And I was able to respond quickly and appropriately, so I felt safe overseas.
Trail32126246927,,Sep 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I asked this company for a private safari. If you keep in touch with them via watsapp, their response will be quick and appropriate. The safari took more than three hours to get around and we met many elephant groups. You can see it more closely than Kenya, if only in elephants.
Great Safari with a great guide!
J6805TOmarca,,Sep 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Safari with Sudath was amazing, we saw a lot of animals. Especially elephants. He knew where to go and when to go, while being very nice and he showed us all we wanted to see.
Great experience
Giuliaperma,,Sep 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was such a great experience. Sunju is an excellent guide, really knowledgeable about the local fauna. We saw elephants, monkeys and a variety of birds. I absolutely recommend this tour.
Wonderful day!
Anne v,,Sep 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful day on safari! We had already been to Wilpattu, so we were keen to see elephants on this safari. And we did, baby elephants, groups of elephants and even two male elephants that started fighting. A fantastic experience! Sudath was very friendly and also shared interesting facts about the animals.
Lots of experiences in Sri Lanka
tamanotabibito,,Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00He's a very good guide. I signed up for the afternoon safari tour. He knows what time to start,where the elephant herd is. I didn't expect to see so many elephants up close! When we came back, there was a Jeep traffic jam at the entrance. I was able to look at the elephants leisurely in the few jeep around me. I also asked for a morning guide on the same day for an extra 25 dollars. He picked me up at the hotel at 4:30in the morning to climb the Sigiriya,Pidurangala ,Dambulla temple,Economic dedicated center and local market. He took all of my requests and added more. He really made my day. I think it's more reasonable than other tours. I recommend it.
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