Package List

Photo Safari Packages

Our Photo Safari Packages are carefully designed for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers seeking authentic experiences in Sri Lanka’s most iconic national parks. Each safari is guided by professional wildlife photographer Kusal Gauthamadasa, ensuring you are positioned in the right locations, at the right time, to capture powerful wildlife moments while respecting ethical safari practices.

From bird-rich wetlands to dense forests and open grasslands, our packages offer diverse landscapes and wildlife encounters. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced photographer, these safaris provide hands-on guidance, personalized support, and unforgettable adventures that transform wildlife encounters into lasting visual stories.

The Photographer's Quest-Yala-1-D1

2-Day "The Photographer's Quest" Yala Itinerary ( 2 People ) Maximum field time, optimized for light, with proper hot meals at local hotels outside the gates.

Day 1: Mastering Block 1 (The Leopard Stronghold)

04:30 AM: Pick up. Strategic entry to be among the first in line. 06:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Focus on leopard tracking and endemic bird photography in the morning light. 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Hot Sit-down Breakfast at Jeep 12:00 AM – 2:00 PM: Mid-day break at the hotel. This is the best time for Gear Maintenance and sensor cleaning (crucial in Yala’s dust) 02:30 PM – 06:00 PM: Golden hour session. Tracking bears and leopards as they move toward water holes. 06:30 PM: Return to the hotel

Book a Photo Safari

Contact for more details

The Photographer's Quest-Yala-1-D2

2-Day "The Photographer's Quest" Yala Itinerary ( 2 People ) Maximum field time, optimized for light, with proper hot meals at local hotels outside the gates.

Day2: The Deep Jungle (Block 1 & Beyond)

Book a Photo Safari

Call for more details

The Photographer's Quest-Yala-2-D1

2-Day "The Photographer's Quest" (Yala Block 5 Focus)

Maximum field time, optimized for light, with proper hot meals at local hotels outside the Galge Gate.

Day 1: The Giants of Weheragala

04:30 AM: Pick up from hotel (Tissamaharama/Kataragama area) 05:30 AM: Arrival at Galge Gate (Block 5 Entrance). Strategic positioning for early entry. 06:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Morning Expedition: Focus on tracking "Big Tuskers" and the rare Sloth Bear in the morning mist. The light through the tall trees in Block 5 is perfect for moody, atmospheric shots. 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Hot Sit-down Breakfast at the Jeep: A warm, prepared meal served at a designated quiet spot inside the park. 12:00 PM – 02:00 PM: Mid-day Break & Gear Maintenance: Exit to a nearby lodge/hotel near Galge. Use this time to clean lenses and back up RAW files away from the heat and dust 01:30 PM: Hot Sit-down Lunch: A full traditional Sri Lankan Rice & Curry at a local boutique hotel 02:30 PM – 06:00 PM: Golden Hour Session: Moving toward the Weheragala Reservoir. Excellent for capturing elephants against the water and raptors perched on skeletal trees. 06:30 PM: Return to the hotel.

Book a Photo Safari

Call for more details

The Photographer's Quest-Yala-2-D2

2-Day "The Photographer's Quest" (Yala Block 5 Focus)

Maximum field time, optimized for light, with proper hot meals at local hotels outside the Galge Gate.

Day 2: Deep Jungle & Predator Tracking

04:30 AM: Early Pick up. Heading back to Block 5 for a second look or exploring the connecting corridors of Block 4. 06:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Predator Focus: Tracking the elusive leopards of the rocky outcrops in the northern sectors. With fewer jeeps, you have a better chance of capturing natural, undisturbed behavior. 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Hot Sit-down Breakfast at the Jeep: Enjoying a freshly prepared breakfast in the wilderness 12:00 PM – 02:00 PM: Mid-day Break: Return to the lodge for a cool-down session and a technical review of the morning’s captures. 01:30 PM: Hot Sit-down Lunch: A grilled meal or light pasta at the hotel to fuel the final leg. 02:30 PM – 06:00 PM: The Final Light: Exploring the riverine forests. Focus on action shots of birds (Crested Serpent Eagles, Fish Eagles) and the sunset over the dam 06:30 PM: Return to the hotel

Book a Photo Safari

Call for more details

The Willu Watch - Wilpattu -D1

2-Day "The Willu Watch" (Wilpattu Photography Expedition)

Focused on Leopards, Sloth Bears, and Scenic Landscapes.

Day 1: The Heart of the Villus

05:30 AM | The First Light: Arrive at the Hunuwilagama Gate. We aim to enter exactly at 6:00 AM. In Wilpattu, the morning mist over the Villus provides a dream-like quality for wide-angle landscape shots 06:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Morning Predator Tracking: We focus on the Maradanmaduwa and Kumbuk Villu sectors. These areas have high leopard density and open shorelines where predators come to drink in the clear morning light. 10:30 AM | Field Breakfast: A hot, sit-down breakfast served at the jeep near a scenic villu 11:30 AM – 01:30 PM | Mid-Day Reset: We exit the park to escape the harsh overhead sun. Return to a nearby resort for Gear Maintenance, sensor cleaning, and a refreshing break 01:30 PM | Authentic Hot Lunch: A traditional Sri Lankan "Rice & Curry" lunch at the hotel 02:30 PM – 06:00 PM | The Bear Shift: Re-entry. We shift focus to Palu Villu, a hotspot for Sloth Bears, especially during the fruiting season. The late afternoon light hitting the white sand rims of the lakes is a photographer's dream 06:30 PM | Evening Return: Back to the hotel to review your "keepers."

Book a Photo Safari

Call for more details

The Willu Watch - Wilpattu-D2

2-Day "The Willu Watch" (Wilpattu Photography Expedition)

Focused on Leopards, Sloth Bears, and Scenic Landscapes.

Day 2: The Remote Western Frontier

05:30 AM | Deep Forest Strike: We head deeper into the park toward the Thalawila or Kokkare Villu areas. These remote spots offer complete silence—ideal for capturing high-action bird photography (Crested Serpent Eagles, Fish Eagles) 06:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Behavioral Mastery: We look for undisturbed behavior. In Wilpattu, leopards are known to walk long distances on the main tracks; we’ll position the jeep to capture that perfect "head-on" walking shot 10:30 AM | Hot Breakfast at the Jeep: One final meal in the wild, surrounded by the jungle's orchestra 11:30 AM – 01:30 PM | Break & Technical Review: Final gear check and a quick nap to recharge for the last push 01:30 PM | Hot Grilled Lunch: A fresh, light meal before the final evening session 02:30 PM – 06:00 PM | The Final Light: We spend the last hours at the open plains, capturing the sunset silhouettes of elephants and deer against the water 06:30 PM | Farewell: Return to the hotel.

Book a Photo Safari

Call for more details

The Eastern Horizon - Kumana-D1

2-Day "The Eastern Horizon" (Kumana Expedition)

Focused on Rare Waterbirds, Leopards, and Coastal Predators.

Day 1: The Lagoon & The Mangrove Swamp

04:30 AM | The Dawn Charge: Pick up from Arugam Bay/Panama. We arrive at the Okanda Gate to capture the sunrise hitting the ancient Okanda Devalaya. 06:00 AM – 10:30 AM | The Birding Masterclass: Direct drive to the Kumana Villu. We focus on the "Big Three" of Kumana: the rare Black-necked Stork, Lesser Adjutant, and Painted Storks. The morning light on the water is perfect for reflection shots. 10:30 AM | Hot Sit-down Breakfast at the Jeep: A fresh, warm meal served at a quiet lagoon-side spot. 12:00 PM – 02:00 PM | Mid-day Reset: Exit to a nearby boutique eco-lodge in Panama. Gear Maintenance and file backup in the shade 01:30 PM | Hot Local Lunch: A signature Eastern-style Rice & Curry 02:30 PM – 06:00 PM | Predator Pursuit: Re-entry. We shift focus to the rock outcrops and scrub forest, tracking leopards and sloth bears as they move toward the pans for water. 06:30 PM | Return: Back to the hotel to review the day's portfolio

Book a Photo Safari

Call for more details

The Eastern Horizon - Kumana-D2

2-Day "The Eastern Horizon" (Kumana Expedition)

Focused on Rare Waterbirds, Leopards, and Coastal Predators.

Day 1: The Lagoon & The Mangrove Swamp

Book a Photo Safari

Call for more details

The Ultimate Kumana Legacy - Kumana-D1

3-Day "The Ultimate Kumana Legacy" (The Ultimate Kumana Legacy)

Focused on Rare Waterbirds, Leopards, and Coastal Predators.

Day 1: The Lagoon & The Mangrove Swamp

Book a Photo Safari

Call for more details

The Ultimate Kumana Legacy - Kumana-D2

3-Day "The Ultimate Kumana Legacy" (Kumana Expedition)

Focused on Rare Waterbirds, Leopards, and Coastal Predators.

Day 2: The Deep Eastern Wild

04:30 AM | Strategic Entry: Heading deeper into the park toward the Kudumbigala corridors 06:00 AM – 10:30 AM | The Raptor Window: Focus on birds of prey—White-bellied Sea Eagles and Grey-headed Fish Eagles hunting in the lagoons 10:30 AM | Hot Breakfast at Jeep: Enjoying a fresh meal while observing the morning activity at the water’s edge 12:00 PM – 01:30 PM | Final Gear Review: A short break at the lodge to discuss technical shots and composition for the final session 01:30 PM | Hot Grilled Lunch: A light, hot meal before the final drive. 02:30 PM – 06:00 PM | The Sunset Silhouette: Final session at the open pans. We look for Elephants and Deer against the setting sun over the Indian Ocean. 06:30 PM | Farewell: Return to the hotel

Book a Photo Safari

Call for more details

The Ultimate Kumana Legacy - Kumana-D3

3-Day "The Ultimate Kumana Legacy" (Kumana Expedition)

Focused on Rare Waterbirds, Leopards, and Coastal Predators.

Day 3: The Forgotten Sector

The Forgotten Sector: We spend the final day in the northernmost sectors and the buffer zones of the Kudumbigala Sanctuary. This day is dedicated to ●Landscape & Culture Photography—capturing the ancient rock inscriptions, the hermitages, and the wide-angle coastal vistas that define Kumana’s unique identity.

Book a Photo Safari

Call for more details

Book a Photo Safari

Embark on an unforgettable wildlife photography journey through Sri Lanka’s most iconic national parks. Our guided photo safaris are led by professional wildlife photographer Kusal Gauthamadasa, ensuring expert guidance, ethical practices, and the best opportunities to capture extraordinary wildlife moments.