Top Kandy Eco Tours

Travel through Sri Lanka like a local—by train—to take in the sights on your journey. Departing from Kandy, the journey to Badulla (Ella) is considered one of the country's most scenic journeys and departs twice per day to fit your schedule. Second or third class tickets include reserved seats.

Visiting UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Rock and the Dambulla Cave Temples from Kandy involves complex train or bus journeys, or juggling cabs if you're going independently. This private tour steps up: providing an air-conditioned vehicle with driver-guide plus handy hotel pickup and drop-off. Absorb Sri Lanka’s lush beauty on route, get time to climb Sigiriya, and explore Dambulla and a Spice Garden on top. Alternatively, swap Sigiriya for off-the-radar Pidurangala, or opt to add a wildlife safari.

Explore the rich heritage and stunning landscapes of Sri Lanka on a full-day tour from Kandy to Sigiriya. This journey takes you through sacred sites like the Dambulla Royal Cave Temple, picturesque villages, and the iconic Sigiriya Lion Rock, offering opportunities for cultural interactions and wildlife encounters. Engage in a Jeep safari at Minneriya National Park or choose a scenic climb at Sigiriya or Pidurangala Rock. With flexible stops and an experienced English-speaking driver, this tour caters to your interests while ensuring comfort and convenience. - Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites and ancient temples - Enjoy a guided village safari and authentic local experiences - Take in breathtaking views from Sigiriya Lion Rock - Comfortable private transport with optional scenic stops

Kandy is most beautiful breathtaking city surrounding by the hills and so green nature environment. And also, Kandy Hanthana is the most beautiful area that 3KM behalf from Kandy City. Hanthana is the greenest Eco area that surrounded by Hanthana Mountain with Hanthana Tea State. During the tour with Tuk-Tuk I will show most highlighted place to you in order to get unmemorable Tuk-Tuk Tour experience of the Kandy Hanthana. As brief explanation of the tour, as thus • The Ceylon Tea Museum with Tea State • Hanthana panoramic view point at Air Ground • Hanthana mountain Exploring (Not Mountain Hiking) • Royal Botanical Gardens • Udawattakele Forest Reserve TuK -Tuk ride is most excitement experience you can get from this tour. While on the tour you can get riding experience with me at Hanthana Air Ground. All the time duration are flexible and you can add or remove the sightseeing from the itinerary .So, let's join and get the unforgettable memories you can take from Kandy.

Travel to Sigiriya and Dambulla with ease on this day tour from Kandy with a round-trip transfer. Depart from your Kandy hotel in a private vehicle with a driver-guide. Explore the temples and statues at Sigiriya. Next, continue to Dambulla, where you can admire the large ancient cave temple complex.

Explore the ancient rock fortress of Sigiriya with ease on this guided full-day tour. Depart from your Kandy hotel in a comfortable vehicle and make your way to the Sigiriya area. Accompanied by your guide, learn about the history of the area and visit Dambulla Cave Temple, Matale Hindu Temple, the Spice Garden, and more.

Without driving yourself—something not recommended to visitors to Sri Lanka—visiting Dambulla, Sigiriya, and Minneriya National Park in a day from Kandy is impossible. This private tour makes it easy: with a personal driver-guide to explain the sights and scenery, and comfortable private minivan transport. Explore Dambulla’s icon-filled caves, view Sigiriya rocktop ruins, and enjoy a 4x4 safari to see Minneriya’s elephants or a local village tour.

Discover the untouched beauty of the Kotaganga Waterfall Chain on a private trekking tour through the Knuckles Mountain Range. This journey takes you across five magnificent waterfalls hidden within lush forests and quiet streams. Walk through mist-covered paths, spot rare wildlife, and take in sweeping mountain views. Perfect for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers, this moderate 8 km hike lasts about four hours and includes a picnic or village-style lunch surrounded by natural splendor. Led by an experienced guide, it offers an unforgettable glimpse into Sri Lanka’s wild heart. Visit a chain of seven waterfalls, each rising more than 100 meters high Enjoy both adventure and relaxation in a peaceful natural setting Observe native wildlife such as Horne Lizards and Sambar Deer Private tour with hotel pickup, refreshments, and professional guide included

Step beyond the usual tourist trail and experience authentic village life, ancient temples, and traditional craftsmanship in this immersive rural Kandy day tour. Unlike typical city tours, this journey takes you into the heart of Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage, where you’ll visit family-run brass and drum workshops and a weaving workshop, meet the artisans behind the craft, and support local communities directly. Explore lesser-known temples like Gadaladeniya, Lankathilaka, and Embekka, known for their history and stunning architecture. Savor an authentic rice and curry lunch, prepared by a local host in a peaceful village. This private, customizable tour includes hotel pickup and local interactions. Ideal for travelers seeking eco-conscious, culturally rich experiences off the beaten path. Support community tourism and take home not just souvenirs, but stories. On request, we can include visits to Ambuluwawa Tower, Peradeniya Botanical Garden, or the Temple of the Tooth Relic.

One of the Best Scenic Train Ride in the World Enjoy walking through the Nuwara Eliya City. En-route visit Seetha amman Kovil Visit Hakgala (Haggala) Botanical Garden. Drop to Ella Hotels.

Begin your day in the scenic city of Kandy, setting off on a captivating journey toward Sri Lanka’s wild northwest for an unforgettable jeep safari in Wilpattu National Park—the island’s largest and most untouched wildlife sanctuary. Traverse through dense forests and serene villus (natural lakes) in search of elusive leopards, majestic elephants, sloth bears, and vibrant birdlife. After your thrilling safari, the return journey offers two enriching cultural stops: the sacred Aluvihara Rock Cave Temple, where ancient Buddhist scriptures were first written, and the aromatic Ranweli Spice Garden, where you’ll discover the secrets of Sri Lanka’s spice heritage through guided walks and sensory experiences. This tour blends adventure, spirituality, and tradition into one seamless day of discovery.

Between the Knuckles Conservation Forest, which holds UNESCO World Heritage status, and charming villages like Poddalgoda, the Knuckles Mountains offer magical trekking. Spend the day exploring with a guide, who’ll also take photos, on this full-day private hike with lunch and hotel transfers included. Choose between two magical routes. One leads to a series of seven cascades, the Kota Ganga Falls; the other explores villages and tea plantations.

This tour takes you on a scenic train ride through the beauteous mountains of tropical Sri Lanka. Embark on the train ride from the City of the Kings, Kandy. Feast your eyes on the colourful scenery and interesting villages passing by. Experience Sri Lanka's natural beauty at its best. Disembark at Ella and finish your tour with a walk through the delightful little town there.

One of the Best Scenic Train Ride in the World Enjoy walking through the Nuwara Eliya City En-route visit the Ramboda Falls Visit a tea factory in operation and a tea weighing station Visit Sri Lanka's historic tea industry

Knuckles mountain range is a must visit place for those who are nature lovers. There are some waterfalls where you can dip your self and feel the fresh waters flowing from the mountains.

Discover the gorgeous, UNESCO-protected Central Highlands of Sri Lanka on a private day trip from Kandy. Traveling with an informative personal guide, head into the island’s lush hill country, famous for its tea estates, exotic flora, waterfalls and cool mountain climate. Learn about tea production and sample some varieties at a Nuwara Eliya tea factory,  and stop to admire the spectacular Ramboda Falls. In the afternoon, enjoy a leisurely visit to the Hakgala Botanical Gardens and Gregory Lake before concluding with a drive back to Kandy.

Experience an authentic tea picking experience with plantation workers and get a guided tour of the tea factory that produces the world's best tea. You will also get a chance to taste the world-famous Ceylon tea at the factory. You can also enjoy amazing views of Ramboda Falls on your way.

Knuckles Village Hiking is the amazing tourist spots of Kandy Sri Lanka, in this Hiking tour you can experience 3 beautiful Villages in this day, while traveling you can explore such things as below - Climbing rock mountainces - Visiting the Victoria lake - Walking through lush green tea plantations, the tea plantations which produce the leaf is a magnet for tea lovers and anyone who is interested in the colonial history of Sri Lanka or enjoys stunning landscape views. - Hiking via the coolest place in Kandy - Visiting The Tea plantation via the Knuckles Based plantation.

The Golden Temple of Dambulla and the Ancient City of Sigiriya are two of Sri Lanka’s most impressive UNESCO World Heritage sites and this private tour from Kandy visits both in one day. Climb the dramatic rock fortress of Sigiriya, tuck into a delicious curry lunch (own expense), then explore the Buddhist cave complex of Dambulla with its gigantic rock-carved Buddha.

Make your trekking trails in the scenic of Knuckles Range and offer hikers the unique opportunity to see a variety of rare and endemic flora and fauna and spend camping overnight with BBQ party. The next day morning takes unexpected trails in Riverston and enjoys spectacular waterfalls, with magnificent view points during your trails.