Kids still talk about Yala
“We saw a leopard on our first safari! The family trip was perfectly paced and every hotel had space for the children to play.”
Family · Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Family Wildlife & Beach
Elephant safaris, turtle hatcheries, Galle Fort and golden beaches — designed for families with children.
Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
Group sizeUp to 16
DifficultyEasy
Starts inColombo
The journey
A relaxed week that keeps everyone happy. Children love the jeep safaris in Yala, where leopards, elephants and peacocks share the plains, and the turtle hatchery on the south coast. Parents will love the walled city of Galle and the palm-fringed beaches of Mirissa and Bentota.
Family rooms, child seats and flexible pacing are included as standard.
Highlights
- Yala National Park jeep safari
- Turtle hatchery visit
- Galle Fort walking tour
- Whale watching from Mirissa (seasonal)
- Beach days in Bentota
Day by day
Itinerary
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Day1
Transfer to the south coast at Bentota for a relaxing first evening.
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Day2
Morning on the beach, afternoon boat safari through the mangroves of the Madu River.
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Day3
Explore the Dutch-built walls of Galle and visit a turtle conservation project.
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Day4
Optional whale-watching trip; afternoon at leisure on Mirissa beach.
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Day5
Drive to Yala for an afternoon jeep safari in search of leopards and elephants.
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Day6
Early game drive, then return to the coast for a final beach afternoon.
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Day7
Transfer to Colombo airport.
What’s included
- 6 nights family-friendly hotels
- Daily breakfast
- Private vehicle with child seats
- Safari jeep and park fees
- Galle Fort guided walk
- Airport transfers
Not included
- International flights
- Lunches and dinners
- Whale watching (optional)
- Travel insurance
Good to know
Important information
Whale watching runs November to April. Children under 5 travel free when sharing parents’ bed.
Booking terms
A 25% deposit confirms your booking; the balance is due 30 days before departure. Cancellations made more than 45 days before travel receive a full refund of the deposit minus bank charges. Itineraries may be adjusted for weather, flight schedules or local conditions, always with an equivalent alternative. Comprehensive travel insurance is required for all travellers.
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