Night Hike to see Elusive & Rare Loris in Sigiriya
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Your chance to see one of the world's most rare mammals - the Grey Slender Loris - an endangered nocturnal primate and one of the most elusive creatures of the wild. You will be guided by an expert naturalist who will explain this fascinating creature to you, its behaviours, call and other details. You will be taken on a guided night-time walking safari where we will track the Grey Slender Loris as it moves through its natural habitat. A unique opportunity for wildlife & nature lovers.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Expert Naturalist Guide
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
The Grey Slender Loris is one of the rarest and most elusive mammals in the world. It is a nocturnal primate, now difficult to see in the wild, due to its endangered status. We will commence with a short presentation on the Grey Slender Loris and then take you on a walking safari through a carefully prepared night-time trail, within the Back of Beyond Pidurangala gardens along a jungle trail, where we will guide you to this rare sighting of this beautiful creature in its natural habitat. You will be guided by our expert naturalist the whole way and have a chance to take photos.
Options
Loris Trek + Dinner
Dinner at jungle restaurant: Enjoy a delicious meal before or after your Loris night walk.
Loris Watching + Tree House
Tree House Accommodation: Enjoy living in a tree house right walking distance from Pidurangala rock!
Loris watching is included
Breakfast is included
Sigiriya Loris Night Trail
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Reviews
33 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excursion Loris slender
Amina D,
Sep 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00We loved the night excursion to see svelte loris. We booked the option that includes dinner, and everything was delicious!! We recommend this option because the restaurant is located in the same jungle of Pidurangala, from where they make the excursion to see loris. As for the excursion, it has been one of the best experiences I have had in Sri Lanka. The loris guide has loved us, he has a lot of dexterity to see loris and other animals inside the jungle. Thank you very much for the experience.
Amazing 👏
Rachael B,
Sep 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Amazing experience. We were given lots of information about the Loris, then we got our head torches and set off. The guides were fantastic and so good at finding them, we saw so many. The guides also pointed out moths, crickets, lizards and a nesting owl. So interesting, we loved it. Be prepared for lots of bugs 🤣
Great short activity for evenings
Sarah R,
Nov 15, 2024
- Viator
5.00Knowledgeable and friendly staff. As a solo female traveller I really enjoy this short night hike and was lucky to see 3 Loris. Fun activity for animal lovers.
Fantastic, expert guide, personalized service
Clyde W,
Sep 12, 2024
- Viator
5.00We had a great guide. We saw slender loris close up, and saw a mouse deer. The tree house accommodation is fabulous, right in the jungle canopy. Saw lots of other wildlife too. The food and service are excellent.
Great for Loris
Chris,
Jul 24, 2024
- Viator
5.00For the purpose of the tour (loris viewing) this is 5-stars. We ended up seeing 7+. Views are often quick, but the naturalist and guide did well to ensure everyone in the group got to see them. As an overall tour I would rate it 4-stars. I would have liked more information about some of the other animals seen - this would be more specific to just a "night walk". My background is partially in Zoology, so I have interests in all organisms. The other minor detail is providing better red lights - the one I had only went a short distance making it nearly impossible for me to spot anything beyond ten feet away.
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