Signature Journeys · Sri Lanka

Wild Sri Lanka: Rivers, Wetlands & Wildlife

6 Nights / 7 Days Bentota · Moratuwa · Kurunegala · Imaduwa

A nature-led journey through rivers, wetlands, wildlife and rural landscapes, balanced with distinctive villa stays and thoughtfully curated outdoor experiences.

Ideal forPhotographersNature lovers

Key Highlights

Water to wilderness — rivers, lakes, wetlands and countryside

Wildlife without rushing — nature experienced at a gentler pace

Three different landscapes — coast, inland waterways and rural Sri Lanka

Private villa stays surrounded by nature

Birdlife & ecosystems — ideal for photographers and nature lovers

Local landscapes, not just attractions — villages, rice fields and waterways

A softer wildlife journey — comfortable, flexible and less intensive than a traditional wildlife circuit

Itinerary

Day 1 — Coastal Arrival • Airport arrival & private transfer • Check-in at Clover Bentota • Welcome drink & villa orientation • Relax by the pool / garden • Bentota River introduction • Sunset experience • Welcome dinner • Overnight — Clover Bentota

Day 2 — River & Wetland Life • Breakfast at the villa • Morning river safari • Explore mangroves & wetlands • Birdwatching • Discover local river ecosystems • Fresh local lunch • Free afternoon at the villa • Sunset by the river • Dinner • Overnight — Clover Bentota

Day 3 — Lake & Waterways • Breakfast & check-out • Private transfer towards Moratuwa • Check-in at Lake Villa by Carlsen • Explore the surrounding lake landscape • Boat / waterway experience • Birdlife & wetland observation • Local lunch • Relaxed afternoon by the lake • Sunset experience • Dinner • Overnight — Lake Villa by Carlsen

Day 4 — Inland Nature • Breakfast & check-out • Private transfer towards Kurunegala • Arrival at Cocovista Ceylon • Welcome & villa orientation • Explore the surrounding countryside • Tropical landscape experience • Local lunch • Birdwatching / nature walk • Relax by the estate • Dinner • Overnight — Cocovista Ceylon

Day 5 — Wildlife & Forest • Early breakfast • Guided nature / wildlife excursion • Forest or protected-area experience • Wildlife observation • Picnic / local lunch • Return to Cocovista • Rest at the villa • Optional nature walk • Sunset over the countryside • Dinner • Overnight — Cocovista Ceylon

Day 6 — Village & Landscape • Breakfast & check-out • Scenic transfer to Imaduwa • Check-in at Kumbura Villa • Explore village surroundings • Rice fields & rural landscapes • Local village experience • Traditional Sri Lankan lunch • Nature walk / countryside exploration • Relax at Kumbura • Final countryside dinner • Overnight — Kumbura Villa

Day 7 — Slow Nature & Farewell • Breakfast at Kumbura Villa • Gentle morning nature walk • Final countryside experience • Free time at the villa • Check-out • Private departure transfer • Airport / onward journey assistance

Inclusions

6 nights in selected TLR private villas

Daily breakfast & selected local meals

Private vehicle & driver throughout the journey

River, lake, wetland & nature experiences

Curated wildlife, birdwatching & countryside experiences

TLR guest management & local assistance throughout the stay

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