
Night Hike to see Elusive & Rare Loris in Sigiriya
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4.6/5
Based on 56 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Night Hike to see Elusive & Rare Loris in Sigiriya worth booking?
Night Hike to see Elusive & Rare Loris in Sigiriya is a 1.5-hour experience in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, from $29 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 56 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (56)
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $29 per person
Your chance to see one of the world's most rare mammals - the Grey Slender Loris - an endangered nocturnal primate and one of the most elusive creatures of the wild. You will be guided by an expert naturalist who will ex
What you get
- Expert Naturalist Guide
About this experience
Your chance to see one of the world's most rare mammals - the Grey Slender Loris - an endangered nocturnal primate and one of the most elusive creatures of the wild. You will be guided by an expert naturalist who will explain this fascinating creature to you, its behaviours, call and other details. You will be taken on a guided night-time walking safari where we will track the Grey Slender Loris as it moves through its natural habitat. A unique opportunity for wildlife & nature lovers.
What's included
Included
- Expert Naturalist Guide
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Sigiriya
Please contact to confirm your booking and if you would like to be picked up from your hotel in Sigiriya for a small additional fee.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 20 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Please contact to confirm your booking and if you would like to be picked up from your hotel in Sigiriya for a small additional fee.
Options you can book
Loris Watching + Tree House
Tree House Accommodation: Enjoy living in a tree house right walking distance from Pidurangala rock! Loris watching is included Breakfast
Loris watching + Cottage
Cottage Loris watching is included breakfast
Sigiriya Loris Night Trail
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Loris Trek + Dinner
Dinner at jungle restaurant: Enjoy a delicious meal before or after your Loris night walk.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Back of Beyond Sri Lanka
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 56 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
7 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
56 verified traveler reviews for Night Hike to see Elusive & Rare Loris in Sigiriya. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
We learnt so much!
What a great experience, run by such knowledgable and enthusiastic people. Our guides showed us a short info video while we sipped on a cooling juice, issued us with red light head torches, then led us on a night walk through the woods and fields, stopping now and again to search for the tiny primates in the bushes and treetops. We were luck enough to see a few - some just by the reflection of their eyes, others by their silhouettes against the night skies. A great experience.
via Tripadvisor
Excellent Local Knowledge
Amazing experience from two local guides. We were fortunate enough to see 4 Loris as well as turtles and bird species. Well worth doing for a short and fun evening activity!
via Tripadvisor
Loris walking safari
We were greeted with a cool drink and 15 minute, thorough information session on the loris, held under cover. Clean, western toilets are available to use. After getting our red light head torches sorted, we set off on about a 1.5 km walk through forest, walking quietly in single file. This tour is at night, on uneven ground, through moderately dense foliage - you must wear covered in shoes and preferably long pants to avoid scratches from thorny bushes. The loris is very small and elusive, however, we were very fortunate to spot a single, slender grey loris high up in a tree! This was a magical experience that will be treasured! The location of this tour is several kms out of Sigiriya and you are driving there at night on a dangerous road (possible elephant encounters), therefore, be organised with how you get out there and have your return trip to Sigiraya pre booked.
via Tripadvisor
it’s fun and learn...
it’s fun and learn something new at the same time. i really enjoyed it and would recommend people to join if they visit Sigiriya. But make sure you arrange transportation in advance as some tuk tuk drivers may not want to drive at night time.
via Viator
Tiny Loris’ are very hard to spot in the dark!
Rocko café is remote so make sure you organise a tuk tuk to take you back to your hotel after the tour (at approximately 8:45-9pm), as there is absolutely no one around! I really think Viator should offer the same as Get Your Guide & provide included collection & drop off, especially for this tour in the middle of nowhere. One of the guides very kindly took us back as we had originally walked to Rocko’s for the 6:30pm start. I would definitely recommend having the included dinner beforehand & not afterwards as it’s very quiet at 9pm. The video presentation before the walk would have been more interesting & informative if the nature guide had spoken more clearly & not been yawning throughout! Also, the video itself had a thick line through the screen so a lot of information & photos were obscured from view. The local guides who take you on the actual walk tried their best to spot the very elusive loris but unfortunately we only got a very brief glimpse of two. It’s very dark, with just the red light head torch to see by, and there are lots of potential hazards to trip over so be careful! There were also several piles of rubbish on the ground with bottles, cans, plastic bottles etc 😩 which was sad to see! You definitely need mosquito repellent on!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $29 to $140
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 20
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Night Hike to see Elusive & Rare Loris in Sigiriya: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Sigiriya.
How much does Night Hike to see Elusive & Rare Loris in Sigiriya cost?
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Prices start at $29 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Sigiriya usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Night Hike to see Elusive & Rare Loris in Sigiriya take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Sigiriya is not rushed.
Is Night Hike to see Elusive & Rare Loris in Sigiriya worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 56 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Sigiriya, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Night Hike to see Elusive & Rare Loris in Sigiriya?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Night Hike to see Elusive & Rare Loris in Sigiriya suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Night Hike to see Elusive & Rare Loris in Sigiriya?
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Around 20 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Sigiriya can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Sigiriya and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Night Hike to see Elusive & Rare Loris in Sigiriya start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Sigiriya within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Sigiriya?
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On Outty we rank every Sigiriya experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Organic cooking class sigiriya (kumara & family), Private Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park to Visit Elephants, Sajee’s Place Cooking Class sigiriya. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Sigiriya?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Sigiriya?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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