Southern Wilds – Safari & Bird Paradise

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Embark on an exciting day tour from Hikkaduwa to Hambantota that combines wildlife adventure and birdwatching. Begin with a scenic drive to Ridiyagama Safari Park, Sri Lanka’s first open-air zoo, where you’ll enjoy a thrilling jeep safari through vast savannah-style enclosures. Spot exotic animals such as African lions, Bengal tigers, zebras, giraffes, camels, and Asian elephants roaming freely.

After a local lunch in Hambantota, explore the nearby Hambantota Bird Sanctuary, a rich wetland habitat teeming with migratory and resident birds including flamingos, pelicans, storks, herons, and colorful kingfishers. Optionally, relax with a short sunset boat safari at Koggala Lagoon before returning to Hikkaduwa.

Package Includes:

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle

  • Entrance tickets to Ridiyagama Safari Park and Bird Sanctuary

  • Lunch and bottled water

  • Professional driver/guide

  • Optional Madu Lagoon boat safari

Duration: Approximately 12–13 hours
Price: $220


This tour is ideal for families and nature lovers seeking a diverse experience of terrestrial and avian wildlife, with an added touch of serene lagoon relaxation.Here is a fitting description for the “Southern Wilds – Safari & Bird Paradise” 1-day tour

Tour Plan

MorningMorning (6:00 am)

  • Pick-up from Hikkaduwa.
  • Scenic drive to Hambantota (approx. 3.5 hrs).

Morning (9:30 am)

  • Arrive at Ridiyagama Safari Park – Sri Lanka’s first open-air zoo.
  • Safari highlights:
  • African lions, Bengal tigers, zebras, giraffes, camels.
  • Asian elephants and other exotic animals roaming in vast enclosures.
  • Jeep ride through the savannah-style park.

Afternoon (12:30 pm)

  • Lunch at a local restaurant in Hambantota.

Early Afternoon (1:30 pm)

  • Visit the Hambantota Bird Sanctuary.
  • Explore wetlands and lagoons filled with birdlife.
  • Spot migratory and resident species – flamingos, pelicans, storks, herons, and colorful kingfishers.

Evening (3:30 pm)

  • Optional stop at Koggala Lagoon for a short sunset boat safari on the way back.

Evening (5:30 – 6:00 pm)

  • Return to Hikkaduwa.

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