Client Experiences
We had an incredible time at Wilpattu National Park! Both our driver and naturalist were professionals and nice/friendly. We had breakfast, lunch, and snacks which was great while being in the car all day. We even saw a leopard too which was the icing on top!
We booked a full day with Wilpattu Safari and loved the experience.We had the chance to see lots of different animals including the famous leopard! The driver and the naturalist really have an eye for finding hidden animals or birds. In the end, we were able to see: leopards, elephants, bears, lots of different deer, turtles, mongooses, squirrels, crocodiles, buffaloes, monkeys, peacocks, large lizards and lots of magnificent birds.If we had to do it again, we would come back! THANKS!
Easily the highlight of our trip, the drivers and guides are amazing! Asinka and Mindaka were so impressive and enthusiastic. Sachi made organising this so easy, and was so accommodating to requests we had (pick up, dietary requirements).We were incredibly lucky with our sightings: if you’re set on seeing one specific animal, book more than one day because there are no guarantees. Having said that, these guys work so hard to make it happen!You might not see a bear or a leopard but you will still have an amazing time, and you will see an incredible range of wildlife in its natural habitat. Would pick this company again in a heartbeat, I’ve have already recommended them to friends and family who are planning trips to Sri Lanka.
Incredible experience with Wilpattu Safari. I spent 3 days looking for Leopards and Sloth bears in Wilpattu NP with lots of success. Really appreciate being with a guide and driver who understands photography and went out of their way yo get me in the right position. Great communication from start to finish. Highly recommend and will be back!
We were very satisfied with our chosen provider. At 5 a.m. sharp the driver picked us up in Anuratapura and took us to the entrance to the national park. About the safari itself: Our jeep driver and our guide were very experienced, were able to show us over 30 animals and tell us a lot about them. The experience particularly paid off when we looked for the Leopard and was one of only 6 cars to find it. Our guide knew exactly where to look. Luckily, he was also a wildlife photographer and took the shot with his pro camera at just the right moment and made the photo available to us. We are very grateful for that. The food was also very tasty. 5 out of 5 stars. Without any compromises.
Mindaka was a great guide! My sister and I really enjoyed the full day safari with him. We even managed to spot a leopard 🐆 bonus points for Mindaka being a wild photographer. We got a great souvenir of beautiful leopard shots. 😊
I had a great tour with these guys. My guide Jani was fantastic; loads of knowledge and amazing at spotting wildlife.We saw leopards and sloth bears (plus crocodiles, buffalo, different kinds of deer, turtle, tortoise, lizards, tons of birdlife and more).The jeep was super-comfortable. I get occasional lower back pains but 10+ hours in this Jeep was no problem.The breakfast & lunch were also very tasty!I would highly recommend this company.
We had an amazing day with Wilpattu safaris 10/10Communication arranging the booking was very clear and helpfulThe day it self was just incredible.. at first we were not sure to get a guide next to the driver but is was very worth it. Mindaka was very knowledgeable and puts a lot of effort and passion in to the park itself. He not only knows a lot about the animals but also their behaviour, allowing for great encounters with Leopards and anything else. Our driver Chamo was very skilled in understanding where to position the jeep in order to spent time with the animals without threatening their natural behavior and keeping other visitors in mindUnforgettable and very worth it. Thank you!!
Really interesting safari. The guys who followed us all day were very kind. The nice thing about this place is that being a natural park, the animals are totally free. We also managed to see two Leopards. An experience that I recommend for those who love seeing animals in their own habitat and without too much tourist chaos.
Superb safari with Mindaka (our guide) and Gihan (our driver).The first hour and a half gave us some uncertainties about the day: back and forth always on the few meters of tracks, discussions between drivers each time we cross paths before heading back and heading back... Not too many explanations about what's going on, we get a little tossed around.But in the end we lie in wait and our guide explains to us which leopard has been seen in the area, where its cubs are, etc. And half an hour later we come across her almost by chance.A little later, a second leopard found in another section of the park.And crocodiles, turtles, lobsters, an elephant (well, just its butt), etc.You have a good experience, but it must be said otherwise you were lucky to come across these two leopards.
We got up early to go on a safari in Wildpattu. We did not have high expectations because we have already done several safaris in South Africa, but our expectations were exceeded! Mahela and Nandun are two wildlife spotting experts. You can see that these men have a passion for what they do! Mahela informed us well about the animals and the park in which they live. Do you want a top safari? Then book your Safari here!
Incredible safari - well run with really knowledgeable guides. Managed to get us to see two different sets of leopards. They got up incredibly early to make sure we were the first jeep in the park and we're brilliant throughout the day - provided food and drinks and we ended up having a private jeep. So glad we went to wilpattu rather than yala.
We had a great safari and were able to see quite a lot of animals. We also saw leopards and a sloth bear. Our driver and tour guide always took us to the right spots to quickly see the animals. All of our questions were always answered and we simply had a wonderful day.
A fantastic place to get your Wilpattu safari experience! Very enthusiastic people who take you on a great adventure! The staff is very kind, speaks good English and do their utter best to make the safari a lasting memory.
Amazing day in Wilpattu National Park..Mindika is a great guide..He is truly very knowledgeable..We saw 4 Leopards,Sloth Bear and some other animals ..Highly Recommend..Looking forward to come again for full day safari..❤️❤️❤️
I recently had an incredible safari experience in Wilpattu National Park, Sri Lanka. Our knowledgeable guide and skilled chauffeur made the journey unforgettable. We spotted a stunning variety of birds and other animals. But the highlight was seeing a majestic leopard in its natural habitat—an awe-inspiring moment I'll never forget. We also enjoyed a lovely lunch in the midst of nature, which added to the overall experience. The entire trip was well-organized, informative, and filled with breathtaking wildlife encounters. A must-do for any nature lover!
A Wilpattu NP safari experience as good as it gets, with mahela and chamith a most competent, experienced driver/tracker/naturalist who has lived at the doorsteps of Wilpattu all his life and is intimately familiar with the area's wildlife. The open-style vehicle in use is better for driver / passenger communications than the common jeeps with enclosed driver cabs. A highly recommended safari business we look forward to using again
It was the first time going on a Safari and the experience was amazing! The guide was always letting me know as soon he would spot a hidden animal and we did see leopards! Apart from that, he was sharing with me information about the animals which I found very interesting! I highly recommend this experience!
We had an amazing time! The wildlife was superb. 3 leopard 🐆 sightings & from very close for about 20 min without any other jeeps around! Also lots of other animals & birds and to finish it off a sighting of a sloth bear.A good driver/spotter! Found all the right places & food nice as well.Thank you very much!
We had a wonderful safari.Thank you for giving us an amazing experience..highly recommend Team Wilpattu safaris
An unforgettable days in wilpattu breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, knowledgeable guide, and a perfect blend of excitement and education. Highly recommended!
Wilpattu stories have no bounds and I am yet to meet a better storytelling duo than Mindaka and Asinka put together!Excellent service, friendly, so knowledgeable about the animals and National park, their recommendations on sightings and animal behavior is excellent! And their all inclusive packages have so much more than they promise from food that they offer, their tracking skills, and amazing awareness of the nature, lighting and photography inspiration. Their prices are great and they have so much to share.I would highly recommend them to amateur photographers to professional photographers alike! Can’t wait for the next tour with them
Wilpattu Safaris led by naturalist Mindaka Mahela and driver Asinka provided an exceptional wildlife experience. Mindaka's deep knowledge and passion for the flora and fauna of Wilpattu National Park enriched the safari with insightful commentary and rare sightings. Asinka's expert navigation ensured we saw diverse wildlife in their natural habitat. The personalized attention and professionalism of the team made it a memorable adventure, highly recommended for nature enthusiasts and photographers alike.
Been traveling with the very knowledgeable Naturalist Mindaka Mahela and exceptional safari driver Asinka from Wilpattu, since 2017. Never failed on a single tour, never left the National park empty handed. This duo has made sure that we always had an unforgettable experience every time!Highly recommended duo to take on your tour to Wilpattu National Park! Quite difficult to get hold of both these local celebrities in short notice tho. But if booked and reserve early, you’re in for one of the best safari experiences of your life!
Had an amazing experience at Wilpattu with Asinka as our Safari Jeep Driver from Wilpattu Safaris. Great service from the start. They had planned out our Full Day safari with eveything included from tickets to meals to refreshments in their package. Very reasonable prices and exceptional service. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Wilpattu to get their tours with Wilpattu Safaris.
