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Sigiriya: Tree House Stay, Safari & Hikes (2-3 Days)

Activity provider: The Bird Woods - Sigiriya Treehouse and Adventures
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2-day trip from Sigiriya visiting Check-in, Sunset Boat Tour and Dinner. Operated by The Bird Woods - Sigiriya Treehouse and Adventures.

Highlights

  • Stay in a unique tree house at The Bird Woods, right in the heart of Sigiriya

Sigiriya: Tree House Stay, Safari & Hikes (2-3 Days): Key Facts

PriceFrom $366 per person
Duration2 days
Group sizeUp to 3 people
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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Sigiriya: Tree House Stay, Safari & Hikes (2-3 Days)

2-day trip from Sigiriya visiting Check-in, Sunset Boat Tour and Dinner. Operated by The Bird Woods - Sigiriya Treehouse...
2 days
English
$366
Free cancellation

Full description

A 2-day trip out of Sigiriya taking in Check-in, Sunset Boat Tour, Dinner and Staying overnight at The Tree House. There are 13 stops in all.

The running order is Check-in, then Sunset Boat Tour, then Dinner, then Staying overnight at The Tree House, then Elephant Safari, and on from there.

The price covers treehouse accommodation at The Bird Woods, Daily Sri Lankan breakfast, Daily traditional Sri Lankan dinner and Private Jeep for the wild elephant safari. It does not cover daily lunch, Entrance tickets to Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress and Entrance tickets to Pidurangala Rock, so budget for those separately. Two travellers pay $426 together rather than $366 each, because this is priced per party and not per head.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Check-in

Arrive and check into your treehouse retreat starting at 3:00 PM. Settle into your room and unwind in peaceful surroundings.

Sunset Boat Tour

Embark on a peaceful sunset boat safari along the lake. Take in scenic nature views, spot local birdlife, and enjoy a relaxing evening surrounded by nature.

Dinner

Conclude your evening back at the treehouse retreat with an authentic home-style Sri Lankan dinner, freshly cooked using traditional spices and local ingredients.

Staying overnight at The Tree House

Unwind after a full day of activities and settle in for a restful overnight stay in your private treehouse, surrounded by the quiet sounds of the nature reserve.

Elephant Safari

Embark on an early morning Jeep safari in a national park to spot wild elephants in their natural habitat and observe native wildlife as the day begins.

Breakfast

Return to the treehouse to enjoy a freshly prepared, authentic Sri Lankan breakfast. Relax in peaceful forest surroundings while savoring local dishes, tropical fruits, and tea.

Dambulla Cave and Golden Temple

Visit the historic Dambulla Golden Cave Temple complex. Walk through ancient rock-cut cave shrines, marvel at intricate centuries-old Buddhist murals, and admire the iconic giant Golden Buddha statue.

Cooking Class and Dinner

Experience an interactive Sri Lankan cooking masterclass. Learn how to craft authentic local curries alongside a chef, then sit down to enjoy your homemade feast for dinner.

Staying overnight at the Tree House

Unwind after a full day of activities and settle in for a restful overnight stay in your private treehouse, surrounded by the quiet sounds of the nature reserve.

Sigiriya Lion Rock

Hike up Sigiriya Lion Rock in the morning. Explore historic rock fortress structures, enjoy dramatic landscape vistas, and capture breathtaking photos of the countryside.

Pidurangala Rock

Hike up Pidurangala Rock in the morning. Enjoy a rewarding trek, take in panoramic views of Sigiriya Lion Rock, and admire the sweeping jungle landscape.

Breakfast

Head back to the treehouse retreat following your morning climb. Relax and refuel with a freshly cooked Sri Lankan breakfast featuring tropical fruits, traditional specialties, and tea.

Check-out

Complete check-out formalities at 11:00 AM, bid farewell to the treehouse retreat, and depart for your onward journey.

Includes

  • Treehouse accommodation at The Bird Woods
  • Daily Sri Lankan breakfast
  • Daily traditional Sri Lankan dinner
  • Private Jeep for the wild elephant safari
  • Sunset boat tour
  • Hands-on Sri Lankan cooking class
  • Tuk-tuk transport for all scheduled local tours
  • Pick-up and drop-off at The Bird Woods

Excludes

  • Daily lunch
  • Entrance tickets to Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress
  • Entrance tickets to Pidurangala Rock
  • National Park entrance tickets for the elephant safari (Minneriya / Kaudulla / Hurulu)
  • Entrance tickets to Dambulla Cave Temple

Important information

Meeting point

The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.

Weather

This runs outdoors, so the operator can call it off for rain, wind or sea conditions, and that decision is usually made on the day. If they cancel, you choose: another date, or your money back in full. We do not keep a booking fee on a tour that did not run.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 2 days
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Wheelchair accessible

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Free cancellation
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Frequently Asked Questions

Treehouse accommodation at The Bird Woods, Daily Sri Lankan breakfast, Daily traditional Sri Lankan dinner, Private Jeep for the wild elephant safari, Sunset boat tour, Hands-on Sri Lankan cooking class, Tuk-tuk transport for all scheduled local tours, Pick-up and drop-off at The Bird Woods
The duration of the Sigiriya: Tree House Stay, Safari & Hikes (2-3 Days) is typically 2 days. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
Roughly 1,200 steps, about 180 m above the plain, with handrails the whole way. Entry is around USD 30-35 for foreign adults — one of South Asia's priciest tickets — paid in cash. Climb at the 7am opening: there is no shade above the frescoes. Full detail in our Sigiriya rock guide.
It is cheaper and has the better view — of Sigiriya. What it does not have is the water gardens, frescoes, mirror wall, lion's paws or summit palace. For the photograph, take Pidurangala. For the site, take Sigiriya. Compared properly in our Sigiriya rock guide.
Roughly June to September, peaking in August, when the shrinking reservoir exposes fresh grass and several hundred elephants converge. Outside those months the herds disperse and you get a normal safari. Operators switch between Minneriya, Kaudulla and Hurulu depending on where the herds are — that is them doing their job. See our Minneriya gathering guide.
Five caves under one granite overhang, in continuous use since the 1st century BC, holding around 150 Buddha images and 2,100 m² of painting. The approach is a steep 15-minute climb; shoes come off at the top terrace, so bring socks. See the Dambulla cave temple guide.
Polonnaruwa if you have one morning — compact, cyclable in three hours, and the Gal Vihara is the finest sculpture in the country. Anuradhapura if you have a full day and an interest in living Buddhism; it is a thousand years older and still an active pilgrimage city. See Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura.
Sigiriya is in the dry zone and follows the *northeast* monsoon — its wet season is October to January, the opposite of Colombo. Best months are May to September, which is also the elephant Gathering. See best time to visit Sigiriya.
Two nights in Sigiriya, Dambulla or Habarana. Day 1: the rock at 7am, Dambulla late morning, a 3pm safari. Day 2: Polonnaruwa by bicycle or Pidurangala at sunrise. Our Sigiriya 2-day itinerary sets out the order and why it matters.
Starting from$366