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Discover the best of Bentota on a full-day tour with Tony Tours, designed for travelers seeking nature, culture, and local flavor. Enjoy a seamless experience with free pick-up and drop-off from Bentota, Induruwa, Kosgoda, Ahungalla, Aluthgama, and nearby areas. Tour Highlights: • Start with a scenic Bentota River Safari through mangroves and rich wildlife • Visit the impressive Kande Viharaya Temple, home to one of Asia’s tallest Buddha statues • Cool off with a refreshing swim at a hidden waterfall, followed by a local lunch • Explore a working tea factory and plantation, and enjoy a guided tea tasting • End the day at the vibrant Bentota market, perfect for souvenirs and local treats This well-balanced, all-inclusive tour is the perfect way to explore the highlights of Bentota in a single, unforgettable day—with no hidden costs.
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Bentota with River Safari, Waterfall, Temple and Teaplantation
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Explore the highlights of Sri Lanka’s southern coast on this private full-day tour from Bentota / Ahungalle / Balapitiya / Hikkaduwa / Colombo / Weligama / Mirissa and many more places. Travel in comfort private air-conditioned vehicle and discover scenic beaches, colonial history, local wildlife, and tea culture - all in one unforgettable day. Visiting Places Tea Garden And Tea Factory Stilt Fishermen in Koggala Sea Turtle Hatchery Unawatuna Beach Japanese Peace Pagoda Jungle Beach Galle Fort (UNESCO World Heritage Site) Start your Galle day tour from Bentota or any place and explore Sri Lanka’s stunning southern coast. Visit a Tea Garden and Tea Factory, see the famous stilt fishermen in Koggala, and stop at a Sea Turtle Hatchery. Enjoy lunch at a seaside restaurant on Unawatuna Beach, then visit the Japanese Peace Pagoda and hidden Jungle Beach before exploring Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Galle Day Tour and Tea Plantation from Bentota & Other Places
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Experience the Golden Moments of YALA NATIONAL PARK with Ceylon Leopard Safari – Your Trusted, High-Quality Yala Safari Service Provider! Enjoy premium safari tours with free hotel transfers, refreshing drinks, breakfast, and for 12-hour full-day safaris, a delicious lunch included. Yala National Park Safari Tours – Choose Your Perfect Adventure YALA HALF DAY MORNING SAFARI TOUR WITH BREAKFAST YALA FULL DAY SAFARI TOUR WITH BREAKFAST & LUNCH YALA HALF DAY AFTERNOON SAFARI TOUR Complimentary Pick-Up Locations Yala, Kirinda, Tissamaharama, Kataragama, Weeravila, Sithulpawwa, Debarawewa, Pannegamuwa & Yodakandiya. ⭐ Why Choose Ceylon Leopard Safari? Free Binoculars for Wildlife Spotting Mineral Water & Cool Drinks Included Luxury, Comfortable Safari Jeeps Highly Experienced Drivers & Wildlife Guides Free Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off ❗ Park Entrance Ticket Fee NOT Included (Tickets available at the Yala National Park counter)
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Yala National Park Safari Tours - Half Day & Full Day
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This tour covers the best part of Sri Lanka’s South Coast. You'll visit Galle, rich in colonial heritage, and explore the iconic Dutch Fort that encloses the city. You can walk along the ramparts and the cobblestone pathways that crisscross through the fort. Visit Ambalangoda mask factory and experience a memorable boat ride at Maduganga Ganga before visiting the Turtle Hatchery. Japanese Peace Pagoda is a bonus.
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Southern Sri Lanka Sightseeing Private Day Tour from Hambantota
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Discover the best of Sri Lanka’s Udawalawe National Park as you embark on a half-day safari. Alongside a private guide, explore the national park in a customized 4x4 Jeep and see several animal species. The most notable species in Udawalawe is the Sri Lankan elephant but you may also see leopards, sloth bears, jackals, and several bird species.
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Udawalawe National Park — 4-Hour Private Jeep Safari (Pickup)
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Cover more Bentota sights in less time during a private tuk-tuk safari that offers authentic insight into local culture and history. Rather than spending hours walking around in the heat, you’ll enjoy the refreshing breeze in an open-air vehicle as you explore the temples and cultural highlights of the area without worrying about navigating.
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Explore Bentota Village: Guided Tuk Tuk Safari
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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.
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Ella Private Day Trip with Train Ride & Tea Factory-All Inclusive
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Bundala National Park may be known for its birds—some 200 species use this spot as migratory grounds—but this less-touristed national park also boasts something else: crowd-free safaris. On this private tour, follow your guide’s keen eye across incredible landscapes, scouting for wild creatures from cormorants and kingfishers to elephants, monkeys, and golden jackals.
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Bundala National Park Birds Watching Safari Tour
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Wildlife enthusiasts will love going on a safari tour in the Yala National Park. Receive personalized attention and the chance to ask questions on this private tour. Look out for the “big three” of Yala: leopards, elephants, and sloth bears. You can choose from morning or afternoon half-day tours or a full day tour, to suit your needs and itinerary.
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Private Tour : YALA National Park with Experienced Driver and Guide
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Experience a mesmerizing day trip from Colombo or any city to Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave Temple. Marvel at sacred Buddha images in the caves and enjoy breathtaking views from the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Immerse in Sri Lanka's rich cultural heritage. *The UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple can be visited, which consists of a series *Experience a comprehensive private tour of Sigiriya Rock and Dambulla Cave temple *The 1st-century caves are filled with Buddha statues and elaborate frescoes. *If you like, explore Sri Lanka's interior with visits to traditional villages and a safari jeep tour of Minneriya National Park, where you can see over 100 forest elephants.
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Sigiriya Fortress & Dambulla Day Tour From Colombo, Bentota Area
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Ella is a peaceful small village in the central highlands of Sri Lanka. The altitude of the area ranges from 1000m to 1100m, so there are lots of things to do in Ella. It is situated in the middle of stupendous beauty in the countryside with small vegetable plots in the valleys, green tea plantations on the hill slopes, and incredible peaks to hike. Take the train from the coast, or from Kandy to Badulla and fall in love with the surroundings. Therefore, Ella is one of the best places to visit if one wants to refresh the brain and feel the rich biodiversity that the island provides. Ella Round Tour is famous for Ella Rock, Little Adam’s Peak, Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Ravana Cave, and beautiful waterfall, and you can enjoy the hidden wonders of the Ella Mount range. Climb to the top of a mountain, walk a stunning tea plantation and trail track, enjoying views of vegetable plots in the valleys and rice fields.
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Ella:One Day Tour From Ella & Pickup From Tangalle/Mirisa/Colombo
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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.
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Sigiriya & Dambulla Private Day Trip with Entry Fees & Lunch
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Scout the forests and lagoons of Yala, Sri Lanka’s second-biggest national park, on a private safari tour, with local hotel transfers and admission included. Choose your preferred safari, join a driver-tracker in a luxe 4WD, and watch for leopards—Yala has one of the world’s highest densities of them—plus elephants, crocodiles, sloth bears, birds, and more. Upgrade for a full-day leopard-spotting or standard full-day safari, both with refreshments.
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Full day / Half Day WildlifeAdventure in Yala-National-Park
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Experience the charm of Sri Lanka’s hill country on a scenic Ella Day Tour with Tony Tours. Ideal for nature lovers and adventure seekers, this all-inclusive tour offers the best of Ella in one unforgettable day. Tour Highlights: • Enjoy a short, picturesque train ride through lush tea plantations and rolling hills • Visit a local tea factory to learn about Sri Lanka’s world-famous Ceylon tea, followed by a tea tasting session • Walk along the iconic Nine Arch Bridge, one of the most photographed spots in the region • Hike to the summit of Mini Adam’s Peak for breathtaking panoramic views • Recharge with a delicious local lunch surrounded by nature Perfectly paced and packed with stunning views, this tour is ideal for travelers based in or near Ella. All-inclusive with no hidden costs. Let Tony Tours guide you through the beauty of Ella—book your day trip now.
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All inclusive private Ella Day Tour with Train Ride & Teafactory
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On this full-day combo tour through Mirissa, you’ll enjoy a scenic whale watching tour, followed by a visit to Galle Fort. Get a peek at bottle-nosed dolphins, killer whales, and the elusive blue whale, and tour the Dutch-built fortress along Sri Lanka’s southern coast. Only transportation is included, so you can decide what entry prices you’d like to choose.
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Whales and Dolphins Watching Mirissa
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Galle Day Trip is organized by Bentota Travel Mart ( BTM ) for the tourists who stay at Wadduwa, Waskaduwa, kalutara, Beruwala, Bentota, Kosgoda, Ahungalla, Ambalangoda, Hikkaduwa, Galle, Unawatuna, Koggala, Ahangama, Weligama, Mirissa & nearby areas. Free pick-up & drop-off from these areas. If you are looking to explore one of the UNESCO world heritage cities (Galle Dutch Fort) and enjoy some unique experiences & memories with a Mangrove River Safari, then our Galle Day Trip is one of the most identical excursions for that. NOT TO BE MISSED. Attractions & Activities •Bentota River Safari •Gem Museum and Showroom •Turtle Conservation Project •Wood Carving Centre & Gallery •Tsunami Photo Museum • Buddhist Temple • Dutch Fort Galle • Stilt Fishermen in Koggala Inclusions •Free Pick-up & Drop-off •Private Transportation •All Entry Fees & Activity Charges •Bottle Water •Lunch Key Points •Tour Starts from pick-up points at 7.00am This is an All Inclusive package & No hidden costs
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Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen
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Learn more about the culture and daily life of rural southern Sri Lanka on a private, half-day village tour. After a handy hotel pickup, your guide will take you to the villages of Yala and Tissamaharama in a tuk tuk. See how local pottery and curd is made and get an intimate glimpse into life in the countryside. Also visit beautiful lakes and spot exotic birds.
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Yala Village Life Experience: Tuk-Tuk Tour, Local Crafts & Tea
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Geoffrey Bawa was Sri Lanka’s most influential 20th-century architect and the late founder of tropical modernism, a style suited to hot climates. Experience his vision in action at Lunuganga, his glorious country home and garden; and the Brief Garden, created by his landscaper brother, Bevis, on this private tour. With round-trip tuk-tuk transport from select Bentota and Beruwala hotels, refreshments at Lunuganga, and admissions included, it’s an easy and enlightening way to uncover an often overlooked side of Sri Lanka.
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Exclusive: Geoffrey Bawa Gardens and Architecture Tour
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Treat your body and mind to a soothing half-day experience in Sri Lanka. Start with a one-hour ayurvedic full-body massage, including your head, face, body, and feet. After this relaxing experience, take a tour of the herb and spice garden, where you can learn more about Sri Lankan botany while enjoying the peaceful atmosphere.
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Ayurvedic Spa Massage and Herbal Garden Tour
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Yala National Park Safari + Galle Fort Private Day Tour from Bentota / Ahungalle / Balapitiya / Hikkaduwa / Colombo / Weligama / Mirissa / Ella / Arugambay and many more places. We would like to pick up you from any location. Please contact us for more details. Experience the perfect combination of wildlife and culture on this unforgettable full-day tour to Yala National Park and the historic Galle Fort UNESCO World Heritage Site. You have to see two of Sri Lanka’s top attractions in one day. Early morning pickup you and travel to Yala National Park. Enjoy 4x4 jeep safari and you can see leopards, elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, and many more animals. After the safari, we stop restaurant for lunch. Then leave to Galle Fort, UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through charming colonial streets, visit historic ramparts, churches, and lighthouse viewpoints, and enjoy free time to explore local shops and cafes. Finally leave from Galle fort and go to your hotel
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Yala National Park Safari + Galle Fort UNESCO Day Tour
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We are a well-trained, knowledgeable, group of guides, who collectively run this service. We are both reputed and respected for providing our clientele with guides who are capable of speaking in English. With our acquired experience, we will ensure that your safari venture is entertaining and exhilarating, as well as tranquil and restful. Our jeeps have been equipped with the necessary features to guarantee your comfort, and your satisfaction. Located southeast of Colombo, the Bundala National Park is one of the most popular bird sanctuaries in Sri Lanka, and it is a frequented destination among native and non-native visitor birds alike. Alongside numerous sightings of rare birds, one may also stumble upon a variety of mammals, some of which include Asian elephants, and the renowned Sri Lankan fishing cat. We will be providing guiding tours for Bundala National Park via jeeps, and our guides will work tirelessly to ensure that your experience is unique and memorable.
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Bundala Birds Safari by Jeeps
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Step into the heart of Sri Lanka and experience the magic of Udawalawe National Park like never before. Join our expert-guided safari and witness majestic elephants, diverse wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes that make this destination unforgettable. After your safari, slow down and connect with authentic village life. Enjoy traditional Sri Lankan cuisine, learn local cooking techniques, and experience cultural activities by the riverside. Every moment is designed to bring you closer to nature and local traditions. Our friendly, knowledgeable guides ensure a safe, ethical, and meaningful journey while supporting local communities and wildlife conservation. Choose from half-day, full-day, or private safari options with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off. Whether you’re a nature lover, photographer, or cultural explorer, this experience promises memories that last a lifetime. Book now and begin your Sri Lankan adventure!
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Udawalawe Safari and Authentic Sri Lankan Village Experience
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Colombo is a very historic city in south asia. Its location in the midst of an indian ocean gave it a most prominent place in naval cities of the world since the time immemorial.From the Portuguese colonial period upto this day, its importance as naval, commercial, economic, cultural and strategic hub is been never diminished. Colombo is a commercial capital of sri lanka and all major governmental head offices and parliament situated there as well as all the head offices of sri Lankan leading private firms are threre. Colombo harbour and port is a main source of connectivity of sri lanka to outside world through sea lines and its presence is much important to sri Lankan economy. It is a busy metropolitan, cosmopolitan city with so much diversity can be seen in each and every aspect. As a tourist, your travel would entail various places there and so much to see and discover there.
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Colombo City Tour
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Discover the secrets of traditional Ayurvedic medicine on this full-day treatment and relaxation package from Bentota. You’ll start your day with pickup from your accommodation and a trip out to the Ayurveda center, where you’ll undergo a gentle consultation with an in-house Ayurvedic doctor. You’ll then enjoy a rejuvenating series of tailored treatments including individual head, foot, back, face, and body massages, as well as a steam-bath or shirodhara.
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