Jeeps & prices

Pick your jeep. See your price. That's it.

Every safari is private: just your group, your driver and the jeep. You pay per jeep, not per person, for up to 6 people.

Mahindra

Cozy Jeep

The classic Sri Lankan safari jeep. Open top, bench seats facing each other, and a lot of fun on bumpy tracks. Great value.

  • Up to 6 people
  • Side-facing bench seats
  • Open roof for photos
  • Best price

From LKR 14,000 for the whole jeep

Toyota Hilux

Luxury Jeep

A newer, smoother 4x4 with padded seats that face forward. Less bouncing, more comfort, and easier for kids and older travellers.

  • Up to 6 people
  • Forward-facing padded seats
  • Smoother, quieter ride
  • Open roof for photos

From LKR 19,000 for the whole jeep

Not sure? The Luxury Jeep is worth it for families with small kids, older travellers and anyone with a sore back. The Cozy Jeep is great for everyone else. Read our simple guide.

All our prices

Price per jeep, per safari. Park tickets are extra and depend on your group. The calculator adds them up for you.

ParkCozy Jeep (Mahindra)Luxury Jeep (Toyota Hilux)Park ticket (foreign adult)
Minneriya
Best: July to September
LKR 14,000≈ US$42 · whole jeepLKR 19,000≈ US$58 · whole jeepUS$25 adult · US$12.50 child (5–11)
Kaudulla
Best: October to December
LKR 17,000≈ US$52 · whole jeepLKR 20,000≈ US$61 · whole jeepUS$25 adult · US$12.50 child (5–11)
Hurulu
Best: December to April
LKR 14,000≈ US$42 · whole jeepLKR 19,000≈ US$58 · whole jeepUS$10 adult · US$5 child
Gal Oya
Best: All year (drier months are easiest)
LKR 14,000≈ US$42 · whole jeepLKR 19,000≈ US$58 · whole jeepConfirmed when you book
Checked 27 September 2026 · Source: Department of Wildlife Conservation

What's included

  • A private open-roof 4x4 jeep, just for your group
  • A driver who knows the park and the elephants
  • Fuel for the whole safari
  • Free pickup and drop-off in Habarana and Minneriya town
  • We collect your park ticket money upfront, and the driver pays it at the gate for you

What's not included

  • Park tickets are extra (we show you the exact amount before you pay)
  • Pickup from further away (for example Sigiriya, Dambulla or Kandalama) costs a little extra. See pickup prices
  • Food, drinks and tips

Safari times

Morning safari

6:00 am – 10:00 am
Cool air, soft light, lots of birds. Fewer jeeps.

Afternoon safari

2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
The big herds walk out to the grass. Best for elephants.

All bookings are final. We can't cancel or refund a safari once it's paid, because we pay the jeep owner and reserve the jeep for you as soon as you book.

Private jeeps give everyone a clear view. Minneriya, October 2023

Ready to see the elephants?

Private jeeps from LKR 14,000 for the whole jeep. Up to 6 people. Park tickets shown upfront and paid in one go.