This holiday really delivered beyond our expectations in every respect. The itinerary is packed and varied; culture, wildlife, scenery, exciting activities and enlightening experiences. We climbed Lions Rock; biked alongside rivers, lakes, fields and forest; walked to World End and Horton Plain; explored jungle villages, ancient temples and botanic gardens; rafted across rivers and over rapids; swam in the ocean and gorgeous hotel pools, rode the gloriously scenic train from Pattipola to Ella and even braved tuk tuk rides amidst the mad chaos of The Sri Lankan roads. We jiggled around in jeeps, seeking elephant and leopard and enjoying everything else our excellent guides spotted on two very special safaris. Sounds exhausting doesn’t it but with a very comfortable air conditioned bus to transport us between beautiful hotels in superb situations, and delicious multicultural buffets and wonderful Sri Lankan curries and Lion Beer to reenergise us at the end of each day we were always ready and eager for the next early start. Longer trips were broken up with lovely lunch stops and there were interesting visits to spice gardens, a gem museum, a folk museum and a tea factory. We went from busy towns and hot, humid forests to cooler high country and finished at refreshing beaches, journeying via temples, lakes, paddy fields and the gorgeous contours of tea plantations. We saw traditional dancing and fire eaters in Kandy and had time off to wander the markets and soak up the vibes. There were plenty of spontaneous surprises to add a little extra. We felt safe and welcome, the hospitality was genuine, everyone was so friendly, the children are delightful, and although there is some obvious poverty the people seem happy at heart and very keen to share their love of their country with us visitors. The wildlife in this fabulous country is all around you, flora and fauna in abundance and breathtakingly beautiful.
Big Cat Safari Holidays
Prowling the plains, lazing on a branch, stalking their prey: nothing beats seeing these elegant predators in the wild.
Nothing raises the pulse quite like seeing a big cat stalking through the landscape. Beautiful yet savage, cunning yet indolent, big cats are as enigmatic as they are intoxicating – and our big cat holidays take you around the globe.
For size, nothing beats the elusive male Bengal tiger. They are solitary animals, and their camouflage makes them extremely hard to spot. But in India’s jungles, they appear flame-coloured orange. Or join our expert local guides on the spotted trail of jaguars and ocelots through South America’s rainforests. Our itineraries can also take you high into the Himalaya in search of the elusive snow leopard, while in Africa, you can witness lions ruling the savannah, watch cheetahs in full pursuit, and admire leopards draped across acacia branches.
Whether you’re drawn to stealth, speed, or raw power, our wildlife adventures offer a rare chance to see these magnificent cats in their natural habitats— an experience few ever forget.
Your Words, Not Ours
“After my first game drive I was completely spellbound… I will never forget seeing my first cheetah, pink-faced from a recent feast, resting out in the open under a flat-topped acacia tree, completely oblivious to its astounded audience.”
Exodus traveller Sue Millar, Classic Kenya 4WD Safari
Our Big Cat Safaris
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Ruth Clarke Discover Sri Lanka
Susan Suarez Wildlife & Wilderness of BotswanaFantastic trip to a stunning country with a great guide, cook and team. I’m new to camping and was apprehensive but it was fine and we adjusted much more quickly than expected.
Gwilym Harbottle Discover Sri LankaA relatively undemanding tour, mainly by bus, of most of Sri Lanka’s highlights ranging from amazing Buddhist images and the fascinating remains of a former capital to tremendous short hikes, a bike ride, a beautiful seaside hotel, wildlife safaris and visits to rural homes. The hotels were good or excellent and the mainly local food was very good with good non-local alternatives.
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