Sigiriya, Dambulla Cave Temple & Wildlife Safari

Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Next stop is at Sigiriya the Rock Fortress. The ruins of the capital built by the parricidal King Kassapa I (477–95) lie on the steep slopes and at the summit of a granite peak standing some 180m high (the 'Lion's Rock', which dominates the jungle from all sides). A series of galleries and staircases emerging from the mouth of a gigantic lion constructed of bricks and plaster provide access to the site.Sigiriya today is a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site. It is one of the best preserved examples of ancient urban planning and is the most visited historic site in Sri Lanka.

Rock Fortress

Frescoes

Royal Stone Throne

Sigiriya View from Above

First Boulder

Sigiriya Water Garden

Wood Carving Factory Sigiriya

After visiting Sigiriya Rock Fortress you will be having Lunch and after lunch you will get the chance to visit a wood carving factory in Sigiriya to see how various wooden products are made.

Minneriya Wildlife Safari

Next visit is the Minneriya National Park which gives the opportunity to sight herds of Elephants throughout the year. Gathering is the largest known meeting place of Asian Elephants in the world. Huge herd of elephants, sometimes numbering up to 300. This Elephant Gathering is a thrilling spectacle that would be remembered for rest of the life of all those who were fortunate to witness it. Not only elephants but 23 other mammal species, 170 bird species, and 9 amphibians & 25 reptile species are at the National Park.

A chance to spot a Leopard

Wildlife Safari

Elephant Gathering

Elephants

Sri Lankan axis deer

Ayurvedic Spa

After all the sightseeing for the day, you will get to relax by spending some quality time at a Ayurvedic spa at Habarana. And after the Ayurvedic spa you will have Dinner at a restaurant of your choice while on the way back to Kandy.