When it comes to safaris, you generally think of African countries like Tanzania, Kenya, South Africa or Botswana.

But Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, is teeming with wildlife that will quicken the pulse of any wildlife lover.

The island nation just off the tip of India in the Indian Ocean is home to herds of Asian elephants and a wealth of primates, including Toque macaques, leaf monkeys and gray langurs. Yala National Park in the southeastern part of the country has the largest concentration of leopards in the world. Natural Habitat Adventures is launching a Sri Lanka Wildlife Safari that debuts in 2018 with one date in January, two in February and one in March.

The 12-day/11-night tour is limited to 10 travelers per date to improve the wildlife-viewing experience. Sites visited will include Hurulu Forest Reserve, the ruins of Polonnaruwa, Horton Plains National Park, Yala National Park and Mirijjavila Botanical Gardens. The wildlife viewing isn't limited to land. There are also two boat outings in search of blue whales and other marine life. The trip is priced from $9,495 per person, double occupancy, which does not include international air. Info: 800-543-8917, tinyurl.com/hskw3ad

Sweet vacation

Traveling should engage all of the senses, including smell. And who doesn't like the scent of a good chocolate factory, roasted peanuts or fruity Jelly Bellys? Atlas Obscura has put together an interactive map showing the locations of candy factories across the country, ranging from the See's Candy Factory in Los Angeles to the Pez Candy plant in appropriately named Orange, Conn. Check them out at tinyurl.com/grsybqe.

Phil Marty is a freelance writer.