Sri Lanka sits under the southern tip of India just 3° above the equator. Throughout its captivating and at times tumultuous history this tear drop shaped island has had many names, ancient Greek geographers called the island Taprobane, early Arab traders referred to the island as Serendib, while the Portuguese named it Ceilão when translated into English became Ceylon. The most apt name that so perfectly describes Sri Lanka is… paradise.
The island is enchanting and elegant, steeped in a history of past civilizations with countless ancient cities and monuments, sacred Buddhist shrines, lush national parks, misty mountains, vast tea estates, spice plantations, equatorial jungles, palm fringed sandy beaches and colonial influences with the delightful warmth and friendliness of its welcoming people.
Sri Lanka is a perfect holiday destination as it enjoys a tropical climate being hot and humid all year. Generally, the best time to holiday is from November to March however the Cultural Triangle is also comfortably enjoyed in the months from April to September. The south west monsoon brings tropical rains from May to July in the south, west and central regions while during December and January the north east monsoon carries tropical rains to the north.
Wildlife Safari custom designs private journeys around Sri Lanka to depart on any day. At Wildlife Safari we believe where you stay is as important as the places you see and the locations you explore. Our private journeys provide stays in unique hotels, grand historic hotels, restored tea planter’s bungalows, boutique hotels and stylish resorts. Travel in air conditioned comfort by private car and always accompanied by an English speaking chauffeur guide who will show and share with you the many delights of this island gem of the Indian Ocean.
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The Cinnamon Air Taxi offers breathtaking scenic flights to reach your destination eliminating the time spent on the road. Most destinations can be reached in less than an hour and there are several take off spots dotted throughout. Perhaps add a scenic float plane transfer to your custom designed private journey. Simply ask one of our Sri Lanka Experts for further details.
Sri Lanka is a short international flight from the tropical paradise of the Maldives so you can combine your Sri Lanka Journey with an unforgettable luxury resort on a private island in the Maldives or add another of our Indian Ocean islands to your journey. Wildlife Safari are experts in creating Great Combinations and will design a luxury journey just for you.
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Wildlife Safari established the Perth, Australia office in 1987 offering a portfolio of destinations within Africa, the Indian Ocean and India.
