You will be welcome by your private experienced driver/tracker at your hotel or your provided pick-up location and he will drive you to the National Park to begin your safari and he will drive you throughout the national park to show you these Asian Jumbos while showing you some other animal species.

Itinerary

2.00 P.M – Pick-Up from your hotel at Habarana, Sigiriya, Dambulla, or Main Entrance of Minneriya National Park or Habarana Junction.

2.30 P.M – Begin your game drive at Minneriya National Park.

5.30 P.M to 6.00 P.M – Finishing time of your Safari.

6.30 P.M – Drop you off to the place that we have picked you up.

We will offer you bottled water and a small snack along with a drink during the Safari.

The Annual, Largest Gathering of Asian Elephants

This is the National Park which happens the world famous Largest Gathering of Asian Elephants. During the dry season (From July to September) elephants are gathered on the banks of Minneriya tank at evening hours, so you can spot some more elephants specially during this period of the year. As elephants are only active during evening hours in these areas this evening safari will give you better chances to spot these wild animals.

About Elephants

Average Weight: Male – 5400Kg / Female – 2700Kg

Average Height – Male – 2.7M / Female – 2.2M

Life Span – 48 Years

Foods – Adult elephant can eat up to 300 pounds of foods per.day

Elephants require about 68.4 to 98.8 L (18 to 26 gal.) of water daily, but may consume up to 152 L (40 gal.). An adult male elephant can drink up to 212 L (55 gal.) of water in less than five minutes.

Points of Interest

• Minneriya National Park

• Merganser Holidays

• Transportation by a Luxury 4WD Safari Jeep
• All taxes, fees and handling charges included
• Complimentary bottled water
• Expert driver/tracker service
• Soft drinks provided
• Free Hotel pickup and drop-off (specific areas)

• Gratuities

Experience the majestic presence of the earth’s giants and observe their eating, drinking, and playful antics. These adorable creatures roam about three national parks in their quest for sustenance and hydration so we’ll take you to the park most favored on the day of your Safari (either Minneriya, Kaudulla, or Hurulu Eco), based on the data we’ve collected in the preceding days.

If your journey overlaps with the gathering season, which spans July through September, we can guarantee sightings of over 100 elephants during this wonderful interaction. Occasionally, you may even be fortunate enough to see about 400 elephants.

In addition to these majestic mammals, you might also spot other animal species.

We make sure to provide you with bottled water, a light snack, and a refreshing drink for your Safari.

• Dress code is casual

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.