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Minneriya Tour from Colombo by Private Car (Sedan/Compact SUV/MPV/Minivan/Minibus)

Minneriya Tour from Colombo by Private Car (Sedan/Compact SUV/MPV/Minivan/Minibus)

Car Tour (driving guide)

Joined 2025

Transformative Ceylon

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Colombo

English, Sinhalese (Native)

14 hours

Private tour (only you and Transformative Ceylon)

Up to 10 people

Witness the world-famous Minneriya Elephant Gathering, where 200–300 elephants roam freely near the water’s edge. Travel from Colombo or Negombo in comfort before switching to an open jeep for the ultimate safari adventure. Along with elephants, spot deer, monkeys, and exotic birds. Enjoy evening snacks, a cultural village visit with traditional lunch, and serene boat and bullock cart rides for a truly unforgettable day.

Itinerary

This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!

09:00 AM

Meeting Point

Your hotel in Colombo

- We also pick you up from your preferred place in Colombo, Negombo, or nearby suburbs.

Kaudulla / Minneriya elephant gathering

Depending on the season we will take you to either the Kaudulla national park or the Minneriya lake, whichever offers better sightings of the elephant gatherings. While on this Minneriya elephant gathering experience you will also get to spot various other kinds of birds, deer, and even leopards.

Lunch

We will take you to the Pelvehera village where you will get to enjoy a delicious lunch prepared by the local villagers.

Boat ride & bullock cart ride

Once you enjoy the traditional lunch, you will then get to enjoy a paddle boat ride followed by a bullock cart ride to experience life in this village.

Drop-off

As we reach the end of this Minneriya elephant gathering experience, we will head back to Colombo, Negombo, or Nearby areas.

Ending Point

Hotel in Colombo, Negombo or nearby suburbs

Want to personalize this tour?

This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Sedan/Compact SUV/MPV/Minivan/Minibus)

- Experienced trekker

- Packed breakfast/evening snacks

- Traditional lunch

- Boat ride on village lake

- Bottled water

- Toll fee / Gasoline fee

What‘s not included

- National park entrance fees

Tour Important Information

A private vehicle will be arranged based on the number of guests. Please provide us with the total number of guests.

For groups of 11 or more, please contact us for pricing.

Special preferences can also be customised. Please message us with your requests.

The tour is stroller accessible.

Infant seats are available upon request.

Important message from the supplier

Book with Confidence!

- All trips come with instant confirmation and are 100% guaranteed.

Group Discounts:

- Traveling with 4 or more people? We offer special discounts!

- Send us a message to receive a personalized quote.

Custom Itineraries:

- Feel free to request any customizations.

- We can modify the itinerary to suit your requirements.

Islandwide Coverage & 365-Day Operation:

- We operate all year round across the island.

Available Car Models:

- Honda Fit Shuttle, Honda Vezel, Suzuki Fronx, or similar (max 3 travelers with luggage)

- Nissan Serena (up to 4 travelers with luggage) or equal in class

- Toyota HiACE & Nissan NV350 (up to 9 travelers with luggage)

- Yutong D7 Mini bus (up to 23 travelers with luggage) or equal in class

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation - 15 days prior to meeting time
80% Refund - 8 to 14 days prior to meeting time
70% Refund - 2 to 7 days prior to meeting time
50% Refund - 1 day(s) prior to meeting time
No Refund - less than - 24 hours before the meeting time

Joined 2025

Transformative Ceylon

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About Transformative Ceylon

We design unforgettable travel experiences across Sri Lanka, from day tours in Colombo, Kandy, Galle, Mirissa, Trincomalee, Arugam Bay, Ella, and beyond, to immersive multi-day adventures that showcase the island’s culture, wildlife, history, and natural beauty.

Team & Experience:

- Our tours are led by certified, English-speaking drivers.

- We prioritize your safety and comfort throughout the journey.

- Our team has years of experience exploring Sri Lanka.

- We bring extensive knowledge of local culture, history, and hidden gems.

Our Tours:

- One-way private shuttles with enriching stops.

- Private excursions tailored to your pace.

- Fully customized itineraries created around your interests.

Booking & Benefits:

- Instant confirmation and 100% guaranteed bookings for peace of mind.

- Exclusive discounts for groups of 4 or more.

- We’re happy to personalize your Sri Lanka journey based on your travel ideas.