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Ancient Kingdom and Wild Elephant Safari from Polonnaruwa City

Explore Polonnaruwa's ancient ruins and watch wild elephants gather at the reservoir on this private 10-hour safari and heritage day tour.

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About this experience

Sali a bordo di un veicolo climatizzato e trascorri dieci ore esplorando due delle destinazioni più gratificanti dello Sri Lanka in questo tour privato da Polonnaruwa. La tua guida autista dedicata, parlante inglese, ti condurrà attraverso l'antica capitale reale, dove camminerai tra i Buddha in granito scolpito di Gal Vihara, lo stupa circolare di Polonnaruwa Vatadage, il Sathmahal Prasada a sette piani, la Lankathilaka Image House e il Medirigiriya Vatadage. Una guida locale per i siti dell'Antico Regno è disponibile separatamente e non è inclusa in questa prenotazione.

Nel pomeriggio, abbandona le rovine per la natura selvatica mentre il tuo gruppo sale su una jeep safari e si dirige verso il Parco Nazionale di Minneriya o Kaudulla. Osserva branchi di elefanti selvatici convergere presso il bacino idrico — i numeri possono raggiungere le centinaia durante la stagione secca. Il ritiro e la consegna all'hotel a Polonnaruwa, più un litro di acqua minerale in bottiglia per persona, sono inclusi. I pasti, le mance e le spese personali non sono coperti.

Duration10 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Group typePrivate — your party only
Rupuni
Your tour planner

Rupuni Senior Executive

Have questions or want to customise this itinerary? Reach Rupuni directly — replies usually within a few hours during Sri Lanka business hours.

What’s included

Included

  • Transport throughout the tour with an air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide.
  • Hotel pick-up & drop-off from/to Polonnaruwa.
  • Safari Jeep for the safari at Minneriya NP / Kaudulla NP.
  • 1 Liter of bottled mineral water per person.

Not included

  • Food or drinks.
  • Gratuities (Optional).
  • Expenses of personal nature.
  • English Speaking Area Guide (Ancient Kingdom)

Route

The drive from Polonnaruwa to Ancient Kingdom and Wild Elephant.

Please note

  • Public transportation nearby
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Your Hotel in Polonnaruwa

  Comfortable walking shoes and hats recommended for this tour.  

Cancellation policy

  • More than 24 hours notice: full refund
  • Less than 24 hours notice: no refund

To cancel, reply to your booking confirmation email or message us on WhatsApp.

Traveller reviews

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4.4 of 5 bubbles on TripAdvisor
4.4 / 5 · 2,730 reviews
#3 of 44 things to do in Polonnaruwa
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A Remarkable Ancient City Full of History and Culture
Polonnaruwa was pne of the most fascinating places we visited in Sri Lanka. The ancient temples, royal palaces, and impressive stone carvings are beautifully preserved and easy to explore. Walking through this historical…
michaeljF8982XU · Jul 2026 · via TripAdvisor
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An Amazing Glimpse into Sri Lanka’s Rich History
Exploring the Ancient City of Polonnaruwa was a fascinating experience. The ruins are well preserved, and the impressive statues, temples, and ancient structures tell the story of a remarkable civilization. The peaceful…
Y1221TLcandyc · Jun 2026 · via TripAdvisor
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The Most Contemplative Place I Visited in Sri Lanka
Polonnaruwa itself was extraordinary. We began at Gal Vihara early in the morning before most visitors had arrived. After a tour group departed, I found myself almost alone with the stone Buddhas. The atmosphere was pro…
Quest393110 · Jun 2026 · via TripAdvisor

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