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Asian elephant among green shrubs in Udawalawe National Park, Sri Lanka
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Responsible travel

Travel that respects people and wildlife

Wildlife and parks

  • Use approved park entrances, permits and authorized safari vehicles.
  • Keep a safe distance and follow guide/park-ranger instructions.
  • No feeding wildlife, elephant riding, flash harassment or off-road driving where prohibited.
  • No sightings, leopard encounters or specific herd numbers are guaranteed.
  • Current closures, seasonal restrictions and gate hours are confirmed with your quote.

Communities

Community-hosted meals and village experiences are run with partners who are properly compensated, with respect for privacy and no staged performances.

Coast and sea

Surf, swim and boat activities follow current safety advice and licensed operators. Whale watching is seasonal and sightings are not guaranteed.

Honest sales

No forced shopping stops, no invented prices and itemised quotes.