Overview
Day 1 - BIA to Mirissa
• Upon arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, receive a warm family welcome
• Your LF Lanka Tours Tours representative will assist with pickup and luggage
• Comfortable private transfer to the beautiful coastal town of Mirissa
• Approximately 2.5-3 hours drive along the southern coastal highway
• Check into your family-friendly beach hotel and settle into your rooms
• Take time to relax and recover from your international journey
Kids Welcome:
• Children can play on the expansive golden beach – if it's not dark yet!
• Let them run, build sandcastles, and splash in shallow waves
• Parents can unwind while watching kids play safely
• Overnight family stay in Mirissa
Family Arrival:
- Airport arrival with kids and family
- Famous Coconut Tree Hill in Mirissa, Sri Lanka
Day 2 - Mirissa – Whale & Dolphin Watching
• Early morning departure to Mirissa Harbour (arrive before 7:00 AM)
• Set off on an exciting whale and dolphin watching adventure in the Indian Ocean
Marine Encounters for Kids:
• Kids will get close encounters with magnificent Blue Whales
• Watch these gentle giants surface and spout water
• Spot Sperm Whales – the largest toothed predator on Earth
• Kids will also be amazed by playful dolphins swimming alongside the boat
• Spinner dolphins often leap and spin in the air
• Professional guides share fun facts about marine life
Important Information:
• Approximately 3-4 hour excursion including travel time
• Life jackets provided for all passengers
• Snacks and drinks usually available on board
• Best season: December to April for guaranteed sightings
Afternoon & Evening:
• Return to your hotel after the exciting boat trip
• Rest of the day at leisure on the beach
• Kids can continue playing in the sand and gentle waves
• Family dinner at a beachfront restaurant
• Watch the sunset over the Indian Ocean
• Overnight family stay in Mirissa
Marine Adventure for Kids:
- Parrot Rock, Mirissa beach view
- Whale watching boat with blue whale sighting for children
Day 3 - Mirissa to Yala
• Morning transfer from Mirissa to the wildlife-rich Yala region
En Route – Hambantota Bird Park:
• Stop at the Hambantota Bird Park – a paradise for young bird enthusiasts
• Kids can see colorful native and exotic bird species
• Walk through aviaries and watch birds up close
• Educational experience about feathered friends
• Great photo opportunities for the family album
Afternoon:
• Arrive in Yala and check into your family-friendly hotel
• Take time to refresh and have lunch
Afternoon Game Drive – The Kingdom of Leopards:
• Embark on an exciting open-air jeep safari in Yala National Park
• 2-3 hour game drive in the late afternoon
• Search for leopards – Yala has the highest leopard density in the world
• Kids will love spotting elephants, crocodiles, deer, and wild boar
• Look for colorful peacocks displaying their feathers
• Professional driver-guide helps spot wildlife and shares fun facts
• Experience the jungle as the sun begins to set
• Return to your hotel for dinner and relaxation
• Overnight family stay in Yala
Kids Wildlife Safari:
- Elephant sighting in Yala Park
- Bird watching adventure at Yala National Park, Sri Lanka
Day 4 - Yala to Udawalawe
• Morning – another exciting wildlife safari in Yala National Park
• Early morning (5:30-6:00 AM departure) – prime time for animal activity
• Search for different animals you may have missed yesterday:
Animals to Spot:
• Sloth Bears – rare and elusive, best seen at dawn
• Peacocks (Peafowl) – displaying their magnificent feathers
• Toque Macaques – playful monkeys swinging in trees
• Golden Jackals, mongoose, and monitor lizards
• Abundant bird species including painted storks and eagles
Return to hotel for breakfast and checkout
Midday Transfer:
• Travel to the Udawalawe region
• Approximate 1.5-2 hour drive
Afternoon – Elephant Transit Home (Kids' Favorite):
• Visit the Elephant Transit Home – a highlight for children
• Great place to see mischievous, chubby little elephants
• This facility rescues orphaned baby elephants and rehabilitates them
• Kids will be enthralled watching the little elephants:
• Running to the feeding point when the bell rings
• Being bottle-fed by caretakers
• Playing around and splashing each other
• Rolling in the mud and chasing each other
Educational Experience:
• Learn about elephant conservation efforts in Sri Lanka
• Understand why these babies were orphaned
• See how they prepare for release back into the wild
• Check into your Udawalawe hotel
• Overnight family stay in Udawalawe
Baby Elephant Encounter:
- Feeding a baby elephant at the transit home
- Udawalawe National Park landscapes
Day 5 - Udawalawe to Colombo
• Morning – exciting jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park
Guaranteed Elephant Sightings:
• Udawalawe is famous for its large elephant population
• Enjoy guaranteed sightings of wild elephants in their natural habitat
• Watch herds of elephants including big tuskers and adorable babies
• Look for these gentle giants crossing the grasslands and bathing in the reservoir
Other Wildlife:
• Water buffalo, spotted deer, and wild boar
• Crocodiles basking on the river banks
• Numerous bird species including eagles and kingfishers
• Return to hotel for breakfast and checkout
Transfer to Colombo:
• Journey to Sri Lanka's vibrant capital city
• Approximate 4-5 hour drive (with break stops)
Evening in Colombo:
• Spend the evening at leisure enjoying your hotel facilities
• Let the kids swim in the pool and play
Alternative Kid-Friendly Option:
• Take the kids to a play zone in Colombo City Center (shopping mall)
• Entertainment options include arcade games, trampolines, and soft play areas
• Perfect way to burn off last-minute energy before departure
• Check into your Colombo hotel
• Overnight family stay in Colombo
Final Wildlife & City:
- Ramboda Falls (reference image)
- Colombo city family fun
Day 6 - Colombo to BIA Departure
• Enjoy a final family breakfast at your Colombo hotel
• Complete hotel checkout formalities
• Private transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA)
• Approximately 45-60 minutes drive depending on traffic
• Arrive with ample time for check-in and security
Last-Minute Shopping (if time permits):
• Pick up souvenirs at the airport duty-free shops
• Ceylon tea, chocolate, and local crafts available
Departure:
• Bid farewell to the beautiful island of Sri Lanka
• Take home amazing wildlife memories your kids will treasure forever
• End of your Kids Tour with Sri Lanka's Big Five
Note: This tour is specially designed for children, focusing on the "Big Five" of Sri Lanka – Blue Whales, Elephants, Leopards, Sloth Bears, and playful Dolphins. We hope your young explorers loved every moment!
Family Farewell:
- Airport departure with happy kids
- End of kids' wildlife adventure
