2 Day Private Tour - Wild Wonders & Hidden Temples from Bentota
2 days
Private
About this activity
Itinerary
Day 1: Bentota > Weherahena > Wewrukannala > Bundala > Yala
Pass By: Lakpura LLC, Colombo Sri Lanka
Lakpura LLC
Stop At: Weherahena Buddhist Temple, Weherahena RD Weherahena, Matara 81000 Sri Lanka
Weherahena Poorwarama Raja Maha Viharaya is situated in the Matara District of Sri Lanka, about 6 kilometers off the Matara town. This rather unique temple is known as the first tunnel temple in the world. The temple hosts a massive 130-ft Buddha image that was built following the Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa eras and also consists of all main features of a Buddhist temple- the pagoda, a sacred bo-tree and Samadhi Buddha statue. The walls of the temple are adorned with with Buddha murals. According to the historical records, the tunnel temple paintings narrate the Jātaka tales (legends) of Ummagga Jathaka and Umandawa
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Wewrukannala Buduraja Maha Viharaya, Beliatta Rd, Dikwella 81200, Sri Lanka
Wewurukannala Raja Maha Viharaya, this sacred Buddhist temple is located 1.5 kilometers from Dikwella towards Beliatta. The main attraction of the temple is the 160-ft tall statue of seated Buddha. It is the largest statue in the whole of Sri Lanka and dates back to the late 18th Century. The temple has another section named the Tunnel of Hell. It features life-sized models of devils, demons and sinners going through the torments and horrors of hell. The temple walls show you the path towards enlightenment by depicting hundreds of comic strip representations of events in the Buddha’s life
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Bundala National Park, A 2 Road .bundala Junction Hambantota, Weligatta 82000 Sri Lanka
Visit Bundala National Park which is the first declared Ramsar wetland site of Sri Lanka. Watch the giant flocks of greater flamingoes that visit Bundala. Get a chance to see the many other species of migratory waterbirds that winter here. Explore the seven terrestrial habitat types and six wetland types of area within the park and learn more about them
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3 star hotel in Yala
Day 2: Yala > Madunagala > Matara > Bentota
Stop At: Yala National Park, Sri Lanka
This amazing Safari offers the opportunity to visit Yala National Park, the second largest in the island based off the Southeastern coast of Sri Lanka. Get a chance to see the famous Sri Lankan leopards, indigenous wild water buffalo, Sri Lankan Sloth Bear and large herds of Sri Lankan Elephants. The park is also home to many other species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: At Your Hotel
No accommodation included on this day.
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Day 1: Bentota > Weherahena > Wewrukannala > Bundala > Yala
Pass By: Lakpura LLC, Colombo Sri Lanka
Lakpura LLC
Stop At: Weherahena Buddhist Temple, Weherahena RD Weherahena, Matara 81000 Sri Lanka
Weherahena Poorwarama Raja Maha Viharaya is situated in the Matara District of Sri Lanka, about 6 kilometers off the Matara town. This rather unique temple is known as the first tunnel temple in the world. The temple hosts a massive 130-ft Buddha image that was built following the Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa eras and also consists of all main features of a Buddhist temple- the pagoda, a sacred bo-tree and Samadhi Buddha statue. The walls of the temple are adorned with with Buddha murals. According to the historical records, the tunnel temple paintings narrate the Jātaka tales (legends) of Ummagga Jathaka and Umandawa
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Wewrukannala Buduraja Maha Viharaya, Beliatta Rd, Dikwella 81200, Sri Lanka
Wewurukannala Raja Maha Viharaya, this sacred Buddhist temple is located 1.5 kilometers from Dikwella towards Beliatta. The main attraction of the temple is the 160-ft tall statue of seated Buddha. It is the largest statue in the whole of Sri Lanka and dates back to the late 18th Century. The temple has another section named the Tunnel of Hell. It features life-sized models of devils, demons and sinners going through the torments and horrors of hell. The temple walls show you the path towards enlightenment by depicting hundreds of comic strip representations of events in the Buddha’s life
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Bundala National Park, A 2 Road .bundala Junction Hambantota, Weligatta 82000 Sri Lanka
Visit Bundala National Park which is the first declared Ramsar wetland site of Sri Lanka. Watch the giant flocks of greater flamingoes that visit Bundala. Get a chance to see the many other species of migratory waterbirds that winter here. Explore the seven terrestrial habitat types and six wetland types of area within the park and learn more about them
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight stay at 3 star hotel in Yala
Day 2: Yala > Madunagala > Matara > Bentota
Stop At: Yala National Park, Sri Lanka
This amazing Safari offers the opportunity to visit Yala National Park, the second largest in the island based off the Southeastern coast of Sri Lanka. Get a chance to see the famous Sri Lankan leopards, indigenous wild water buffalo, Sri Lankan Sloth Bear and large herds of Sri Lankan Elephants. The park is also home to many other species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: At Your Hotel
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- 1x Breakfast
- Accommodation included: 1 night
- Accommodation on at 3 Star Hotel.
- Meal plan on Bed and Breakfast basis.
- Transport in a Private Car, inclusive of all chauffer accommodation, cost of fuel, parking & highway tolls.
- Service of an English-Speaking Chauffeur Guide throughout the tour.
- 1 Jeep Safari in Bundala National Park.
- 1 Jeep Safari in Yala National Park.
- All prevailing taxes and service charges
- Entry/Admission - Weherahena Buddhist Temple
- Entry/Admission - Wewrukannala Buduraja Maha Viharaya
- Entry/Admission - Bundala National Park
- Entry/Admission - Yala National Park
Not included
- Entry Visa Fees, please visit www.eta.gov.lk for more details / submit your individual visa application.
- International / Domestic Airfare
- Any expenses of personal nature.
- Tips & Portages.
- Cost of Beverages
- Meals where not specified.
- Hotel compulsory supplements on 24-December (X' mas Eve) and 31-December (New Year's Eve).
- Entrance fees where not specified.
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Comfortable clothes and hats recommended.
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
100%
Cultural
70%
Aquatic
25%
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