Minneriya National Park is located in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka, approximately 182 kilometers northeast of Colombo and 20 kilometers from the historic city of Polonnaruwa. Positioned within the cultural triangle, it is easily accessible from popular tourist destinations such as Sigiriya and Dambulla.
Minneriya National Park Location Details
The park’s central location makes it a convenient stop for travelers exploring Sri Lanka’s ancient heritage sites. Spanning over 8,800 hectares, the park is part of the island’s dry zone and surrounds the iconic Minneriya Tank, an ancient reservoir that plays a vital role in sustaining the region’s rich biodiversity and wildlife.
Safari Packages
Private Afternoon Tour Itinerary
- 1.00 pm: Pick up from your hotel in the Minneriya area hotels (within 4km) and transfer to Minneriya National Park for Safari
- 1.30pm: Afternoon/Evening Minneriya Safari Tour you can Witness the breathtaking “Gathering” of elephants, along with other wildlife and birds like Peacock, Eagle, Pelicans, Parrot, Crane, Parakeet, Owl and many more. As well animals like Deer, Rabbits, Wild Boar, Grey Langers, Monkey, Water Buffaloes, Crocodiles etc.
- 4.30pm – Drop back to your hotel (within 4km)
NOTE: Time may be change depend on traffic and weather conditions.
Afternoon Tour Price
Rate – Adults Fee – Per Person
- Entrance ticket fee for Minneriya National Park Safari Tour & Jeep: Per Person Cost Price (min 2 Person) – US$ 75 / EUR 72 / GBP 60) per foreign adult and US$ 40 / EUR 36 / GBP 30 per foreign child of age 03 – 12 years are applicable.
What is Included
- Free pick up and drop will be provided free of charge only to main entrance (within 4km) Minneriya area hotels only.
- Private Jeep for your group and Professional Safari Driver
- Minneriya Safari Tour Entrance Tickets
- All applicable taxes.
- Hotel Pick up and Drop Off near Minneriya Park (within 4km)
Excluded
- Food & Drink
- Tips for Driver