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Leopard Trails - Wilpattu National Park

Step into the wild at Leopard Trails, Wilpattu. Stay in a luxury tent, track elusive leopards and sloth bears on guided safaris, and unwind by the campfire beneath a sky full of stars, an authentic, immersive Sri Lankan safari experience.

Wilpattu National Park, Sri Lanka's National Parks, Sri Lanka

Highlights

Children can dive into the wild spirit of Wilpattu with the Leopard Trails Junior Ranger Programme, from tracking animals and identifying birds to guided bush walks and nature challenges.
Return from the park to relax by the campfire, enjoy meals crafted from fresh local ingredients, or unwind in the small library, moments of calm that complement the thrill of the day’s adventures.
Every safari is personalised for your interests, taking advantage of the park’s lakes, forests, and trails to create an authentic, immersive wildlife experience beyond standard safaris.
Explore Sri Lanka’s largest national park with expert guides, seeking elusive leopards, sloth bears, elephants, and rare birds, each safari offers the chance for magical, once-in-a-lifetime encounters.

Set deep within the untouched landscapes of Wilpattu National Park, Leopard Trails is a luxury tented camp where the thrill of the wild meets refined comfort. The tents are spacious, thoughtfully designed, and blend naturally with the surroundings, offering a private sanctuary after a day of exploration.

The true value of Leopard Trails lies in its access to Wilpattu’s extraordinary wildlife. Guided by experienced trackers, guests encounter leopards, elusive sloth bears, elephants, and an incredible variety of birdlife, each safari a story unfolding before your eyes. The park’s network of small lakes and varied terrain ensures that every journey is different, full of unexpected sightings and quiet moments of awe.

Evenings at the camp are intimate and serene: enjoy drinks by the fire, dine on carefully prepared local cuisine, or simply relax under a sky full of stars. It is a place where the pace of life slows, senses sharpen, and the magic of Sri Lanka’s wilderness is felt in every moment, making Leopard Trails not just a stay, but an unforgettable immersion in the heart of the wild.

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Top tip:

Good option for summer safari in Sri Lanka and if you visit between May-July, the sloth bears come out to feast on berries

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Location

Wilpattu National Park, Sri Lanka's National Parks, Sri Lanka

Leopard Trails is located just outside Wilpattu National Park in located within the north-western buffer zone.

Fly into Colombo’s Bandaranaike International Airport. From there Leopard Trails, Wilpattu is a 5-hour drive. Guests are met by the Leopard Trails team at a nearby location, transferred into their four-wheel vehicle and driven on a rustic track to the site just outside the park's entrance.

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