Private Tour
Private Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park to Visit Elephants
Overview
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Attention: According to the current weather conditions, Kaudulla NP and Minneriya NP are the best options at this time. You can see a huge number of elephants in the afternoon and a slightly smaller number of elephants in the morning. If you want to avoid the crowd and heat, select the morning safari. Select the afternoon safari to see a huge number of elephants.
Are you ready for an amazing adventure on a private jeep safari at Minneriya National Park? Get set for an unforgettable experience!
We'll pick you up from your preferred location and head straight to one of the three incredible parks: Minneriya National Park, Kaudulla National Park, or Hurulu Eco-Park. Our expert guide will choose the best park for the day based on the weather conditions, ensuring you get the best wildlife viewing experience. You might see elephants, deer, and various beautiful birds.
But that's not all! You'll learn all about the wildlife and their natural habitat while enjoying the beautiful scenery.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Max 5 adults per jeep
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Minneriya National Park
Enjoy thrilling look at the elephants during this Amazing private Jeep safari. Travel to a wilderness refuge known for hosting one of the largest gatherings of Asian elephants on earth, observing these giant creatures as they drink, feed, and congregate.
What‘s Included
Hotel drop-off
Private tour with Comfortable Vehicle
English Speaking Driver/Guide
Hotel Pickup
Entrance Fees To Minneriya National Park (around $40 per person)
Entrance Fees To Hurulu Eco Park (around $10 per person)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Hurulu Eco Park Safari
Hurulu Eco Park
Pickup included
Minneriya National Park
Minneriya National Park
Pickup included
Kaudulla National Park Safari
Kaudulla National Park
Pickup included
Reviews
349 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Hurulu Elephants
GeeDeeBee1,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an interesting tour through Hurulu Eco Park. Saw plenty of elephants with young and birds. The driver made an effort to find the animals and the lake with the dead trees was a very photogenic spot - a bit more time here would have been good. The stop on the way back for a refreshing King coconut was a nice added touch
Great afternoon out in Hurulu Eco Park!
I4352XXvanessac,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We were advised to go to Hurulu Eco Park, as the elephants had moved from Minneriya National Park, and we had a great time! We were picked up at 12:30 and delivered back to our hotel. Over about 2 1/2 hrs, we saw approximately 20 Elephants as we moved through the park, mostly females with babies. We also saw some chameleons, peacocks, water buffalo, cows and a variety of birds and butterflies. Our guide got us into good positions to see everything easily and gave us useful information. We stopped and climbed 2 large rocks, 1 with a viewing platform. Both had awesome views. Our Jeep was comfortable and in good condition.
The best safari you will try
hombredefuego,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Im not totally sure about the name, but our guided "safan" was the most amazing guide. He had info and could answer any questions we had. We were lucky to see 20-25 different elephants. A one week old baby elephant was by far the most precious one. We had one jeep just for my girlfriend and I and it was nice, private and felt like a complete individual experience adjusted to our needs. We ended with a complimentary king coconut water freshly made.
Great Safari experience
Lauren C,,Feb 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great experience, we saw lots of Elephants and our guide went out of their way to show us lots of extra wildlife on the way back to our accommodation!
Amazing experience!
annaeV4877UT,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience in Hurulu ecopark, just across the street from Minneriya. The latter was flooded when we came, due to recent rainfall, so Sinhagiri advised us to visit Hurulu instead. It was great advice! We did both morning and afternoon drives, and though most people came into the park in the afternoon to see the elephants take mud baths, we enjoyed the peace of the morning even more. Lots of elephants, very close encounters, beautiful to observe their behavior up close! The best natural experience we've had in Sri Lanka so far (we are on Day #4). Highly recommend Sinhagiri tours! Our driver Pradeep went above and beyond to find good sightings, was patient, and after a couple of hours understood what we wanted as photographers and accommodated his driving and waiting style to ours. We were very happy and grateful!
Great trip with fantastic staff. Lots of elephants seen 🐘
NESmallFurriesRe2018,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent afternoon safari tour to Hurulu Eco Park. We changed to do a tour in this park as the elephants had moved due to the recent weather conditions. We weren’t disappointed. We seen about 50 elephants including juniors and babies. Tour guide was great and made sure we got the best photos and seen as much as we could. We were given complementary coconuts to finish from the company. A great trip and would recommend
Padeep is the man!
Seaside627034,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Padeep was the best guide! We saw between 15 and 20 elephants as well as many peacocks, including a couple of peacock males that were shaking their tail feather for a female. There were water buffalo. We saw an eagle pecking on a carcass. It was a phenomenal journey, and Padeep was remarkable. He went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time and got some of the best views.
🌞🐘🍃🧡
GrandTour59167477856,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00All the guides were friendly and dedicated but my personal guide Paneel was the best. He spotted even the tiniest animals (like Chameleons) and showed them to me. He’s also a good photographer and doesn’t hesitate to take pictures of you along the adventure. We saw many elephants; even some baby ones. They came up close to the cars and I enjoyed watching them. Highly recommend going on safari with this company. ⭐
Fantastic tour if you want to see elephants!
nesmallfurriesretrea,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour to see the elephants. Our tour guide was fantastic and made sure we got to see lots and get great photos. We seen over 50 elephants, juniors and babies
It’s a better SAFARI !
Seaside18229693436,,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Perfect safari from start to finish! We saw elephants, a fox, and lots of birds. Great organization, stunning scenery, and an awesome guide truly unforgettable. Highly recommended! 😍🇱🇰
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