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Join a local guide to explore the best of Negombo—a coastal city rich in culture, history, and local life. Walk through the bustling fish market, visit colonial landmarks like the Dutch Fort and Hamilton Canal, step inside beautiful churches and temples, and enjoy the calm of the lagoon. Along the way, your guide will share local stories, cultural insights, and hidden gems that most travelers never discover. Extra Lagoon Boat Tour Cruise through the peaceful Negombo Lagoon and Hamilton Canal, surrounded by mangroves, birdlife, and local fishing villages. Enjoy a relaxing boat ride while discovering the area’s natural beauty and wildlife. Optional activity. Choose City Tour only, Lagoon Boat Tour only, or City Tour + Lagoon Boat Tour (combined tour). Please select your preferred option before booking.

Enjoy an ideal opportunity to immerse yourself in Sri Lankan nature and encounter local wildlife—and make your sightseeing logistics seamless—on this private, full-day safari tour of Wilpattu National Park. Following pickup directly from your hotel (locations including Colombo, Kandy, and more are served), set off via Jeep. Benefit from your guide's knowledge as you go in search of elephants, leopards, and other elusive animals.

The only way to properly explore Negombo Lagoon is on the water, so book a boat safari to see more of it than is possible from the city streets of Negombo. Cruise along local waterways bordered by lush mangrove forest and make the most of this peaceful break from city life. Keep your eyes peeled for local birdlife while enjoying refreshments aboard the boat.

Book this private Yala safari which conveniently leaves from several areas, including Galle, Ahangama, Unawatuna, and Weligama. You’ll be on the lookout for leopards, elephants, bears, and much more while you’re in the national park. Your guide will take care of all the logistics, including hotel pickup and drop off, lots of info on the animals, and lunch to eat along the way.

Meet Athula Priyantha of Jayasri Tuk Tuk Tours Hello! I'm Athula Priyantha, the owner and main guide behind Jayasri Tuk Tuk Tours. Since 2004, I've been based in beautiful Negombo, dedicated to giving visitors an authentic, up-close look at Sri Lanka. I believe every journey should be tailored to the traveler, which is why I offer flexible touring options to suit any adventure. Our Specialized Tour Services: * Local Sightseeing by Tuk-Tuk: For quick, fun, and immersive travel, my tuk-tuk is the perfect way to explore! Join me for memorable sightseeing tours in Negombo.

Negombo has a rich colonial history and colorful bustle often overlooked by tourists. Unpack its Dutch, British, and Portuguese heritage—and daily street life—in a way most miss on this private tuk-tuk tour. Choose your preferred departure, personalize the itinerary around you, and enjoy exploring direct from your Negombo hotel. Absorb the street theater, hear context from your driver-guide, and visit Angurukaramulla Temple, the Dutch Fort, and other sights, all hassle-free.

Negombo Lagoon boasts wildlife-rich mangroves and serene waters, but many tourists pass it by. Experience what they miss on this private boat safari showcasing its natural beauty. After hotel pickup by tuk-tuk, cruise the waters, islands, and channels with a skipper-guide. Spot heron and kingfishers, sail by fishing villages, meet monkeys, and savor fresh fruit in the shallows. Choose an evening or morning safari, or upgrade to add a Negombo city tour.

No Sri Lanka vacation is complete without visiting mountain-framed Ella, but a DIY trip from the south coast can be daunting. This private tour makes it easy, with a private vehicle and driver-guide to ferry you around. Tour the Nine Arch Bridge and Little Adams Peak, enjoy a Hill Country train ride, visit a tea factory and plantation, see Rawana Waterfall, and more, all during an action-packed, yet stress-free day. Lunch, plus hotel pickup and drop-off from select areas are included.

Your Tour will cover the highlights of Sri Lanka’s south coast on this day trip from Colombo, Negombo. Walk along the Dutch Fort of Galle, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Memorable boat safari ride on the Madu River of Balapitiya with Fish Therapy, finishing at a turtle hatchery and enjoy your day ending at Dalawella Beach, where you can do swimming, Snorkling with Giant Turtles. You’ll learn about Sri Lankan culture and nature from a knowledgeable guide along the way.

Discover the wild side of Sri Lanka on a thrilling Udawalawe National Park safari. Enjoy hassle-free pick-up and drop-off from your hotel & explore the park by 4x4 jeep, spotting elephants, buffalo, crocodiles, deer, and diverse birdlife. A perfect one-day adventure for wildlife and nature lovers. (Private & All Inclusive Package) Attractions & Activities • Udawalawe Jeep Safari (3-3.5 Hours) • Visit Elephant Transit Home Inclusions • Free Pick-up & Drop-off • Private Return Transportation with an Experienced Driver-Guide • All entry fees • Private Safari Jeep • Lunch Exclusions • Drinks • Tips Key Points • Three different pick up times are available from each location. • Pick-up & Drop-off available from following areas. Colombo, Mount Lavinia, Katunayake, Negombo, Galle, Unawatuna, Talpe, Koggala, Habaraduwa, Ahangama, Midigama, Weligama, Mirissa, Matara, Dickwella, Hiriketiya, Tangalle, Ranna, Ambalantota, Hambantota, Weerawila, Udawalwe, Wellawaya, Ella and any nearby areas.

Marvel at two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in a single tour with this all-inclusive day trip that saves time with private round-trip transportation from a number of pick-up locations plus fees and lunch. Stop at both the Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress and Dambulla Golden Rock Cave Temple for guided tours, plus opt to visit an Gem Museum & Showroom and Wood Carving Center along the way.

Negombo is known for its long sandy beaches and centuries old fishing industry. Negombo has a large bilingual (Sinhala/Tamil) population with a clear Roman Catholic majority. If engaging in hobbies you enjoy, all of which can provide a sense of accomplishment and relaxation. You are warmly invited to visit our Head office at Colombo Main road No. 2 Galkanda Junction Negombo and have an enjoy your best Sri Lankan Tea with smile. Our guests may collect extra knowledge of herbal spices. You may enjoy a free short herbal treatment / massage at our herbal spice garden. Our priority is to end the tour with smile and joy.

Experience the beauty of Sri Lanka on this eight day organized tour where you’ll visit national parks, ancient sites, beaches, the hill country, and much more. Your guide will arrange everything, so you can just enjoy the country. You’ll be greeted at the airport, and then you’ll be on your way to Sigiriya, Dambulla, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Tissamaharama, Yala National Park, Mirissa, and more.

Sri Lanka overflows with sights, but combining them into an independent week-long holiday takes lots of homework. Save time and effort with this private 8-day tour from Colombo, which cherry-picks gems such as wildlife-filled national parks, cities like Kandy and Galle, and sometimes-overlooked ancient Polonnaruwa—while also letting you tailor your itinerary. Activities like a whale-spotting cruise and hill country train journey are also on the menu to add adventure. Hotels and meals are at your expense.

Make the most of a few hours’ layover at Colombo Airport with this private transit tour. Meet your private air-conditioned vehicle at arrivals or your hotel and follow a personalized or fixed sightseeing route around the city. View favorites like Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square, and Galle Face Green; enjoy other sights, shopping, and a restaurant stop—all with a driver-guide providing insight, navigation, and a timely return to the airport.

Explore Sri Lanka your own way at your desired pace by booking a private car or minivan—depending on your group size—with a private driver-guide for one to 15 days. Plan your own itinerary, perhaps incorporating your driver-guide’s sightseeing and accommodation recommendations, and travel in air-conditioned comfort rather than negotiating trains, buses, or cabs. Price is per group and covers a set daily mileage, plus airport and hotel pickups and drop-offs; with accommodation, admissions, and meals at your expense.

Embark on a vibrant journey through southern Sri Lanka with this all-inclusive day tour from Colombo or Negombo, featuring a scenic coastal train ride, iconic visits to Galle Fort and Galle Lighthouse, a serene Madu River Safari, close-up moments with stilt fishermen, and a heartwarming stop at the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery. You'll explore sacred sites like the Kalutara Bodhiya, enjoy a delicious southern-style lunch at a heritage restaurant, and return in comfort via private car, all curated for culture lovers, nature seekers, and curious explorers looking for a hassle-free, memory-filled escape. Book now to secure your seat and experience the magic of Sri Lanka’s southern coastline in one unforgettable day!

Immerse yourself in Sri Lanka’s lush central and southern highlands on a 2-night trip from Colombo to Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, and Udawalawe National Park. Save yourself the effort of planning your own itinerary, and simply relax each day as you’re transported to the attractions and your included hotel for the night. Discover the mystical hill capital of Kandy, spot wild elephants on a Udawalawe safari (own expense), and absorb the exotic scenery at Sigiriya, Ella, and Nuwara.

Half day tour to explore different seaside attractions with a ride through the Dutch Canal, Negombo lagoon and Muthurajawela wetland and beautiful Mangroves. You will see the Negombo town and surrounding areas and witness the fishermen in the lagoon and do a memorable bird watching tour.

Explore the Negombo Lagoon & Muthurajawela Wetland on a boat ride tour near Colombo, Sri Lanka. Glide through mangrove forests, spotting diverse wildlife and learning about the area's ecological and cultural significance.

Explore the southern coastal part of Srilanka in your private tour including temples, turtle hatchery, Madu river and Dutch port with a service of professional friendly chauffeur guide by comfortable vehicle.

Experience the charms of Galle and Sri Lanka’s southwest coast on a day trip from Colombo, with an expert driver-guide. View endangered turtles at the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery; see the stilt fishermen at Weligama; and explore UNESCO-listed Galle Fort, where 17th-century ramparts enclose colonial buildings, museums, and shops. Learn about Galle’s maritime history, and visit Talwatte's simple-but-moving Tsunami Photo Museum to chart the impact of the 2004 disaster. Before returning to Colombo, enjoy lunch and discover Bentota Beach.

Discover Sri Lanka’s bustling capital, Colombo, on a private guided half-day sightseeing tour. Enjoy the convenience of flexible tour timing and convenient pickup from Colombo or Negombo and travel by private air-conditioned vehicle to some of the city’s top sights, from markets and museums to forts and temples, with the ability to customize the itinerary to your interests.