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Yala is surrounded by many historical temples including Tissamaharama, Sithulpawwa, Kirinda and Katharagama. Doing a tour to these temples will be very much worth to learn rituals, beliefs and cultural elements of southern Sri Lanka. You will be amazed by some of the architectures and paintings in these historical temples! This shore excursion will lead to you to explore the hidden cultural sites in southern Sri Lanka.
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Temple Quest: Southern Pilgrimage Tour from Hambantota Port
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Your day tour begins with pickup from your hotel. After a local breakfast stop in Ambepussa, visit Pinnawala Elephant Village, where you visit Millennium Elephant Foundation for a hands-on experience with elephants. Next, explore a spice garden in Mawanella before heading to the Sacred Tooth Relic Temple in Kandy. Enjoy a stroll through the historic city and lunch at a scenic viewpoint (lunch not included),and a gem factory to learn about Sri Lanka’s gem industry. On your return, stop at a tea factory in Kadugannawa to discover Ceylon tea production and enjoy a tasting session.
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Kandy Full Day Tour Private All Inclusive
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Discover the charm of Sri Lanka’s southern coast with a Galle Day Trip Wander through the historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with colonial architecture, boutique shops, and cozy cafés. Stroll along sun-kissed streets, soak in ocean views, and explore local culture, art, and history—all in one relaxing day.
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Galla day tour with turtles hatchury
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We first of all in our journey are going to the Meetiyagoda moonstone mine and gem manufacturing site. probably the best moonstone site of the world. After visiting the site you can see how moonstones dig out from the earth as raw materials and how the labourer’s work hard there and they will explain the entire process going on there with you. If you like you can buy those moonstones as well on site. Thenafter, we are heading towards the Hikkaduwa tourist area and visit Hikkaduwa tsunami museum and pay tribute to tsunami memorial monument there as well. Then after going towards Galle main city and, visit the Dutch fort, the Galle Museum, an old Dutch church and the British church. the Galle, famous for its lace, is filled with priceless crafts and antique treasures like jewelry, ceramics, and Dutch period furniture and brass work.
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Galle Fort Tour
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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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Pick You up in the hotel in the morning after breakfast Our driver will pick you up at 7 : 00 am Leave Bentota for Kalutara EXPLORE THE KALUTARA TEMPLE, ONE OF THE COUNTRY’S MOST HOLY PLACES OF WORSHIP, AS WELL AS LUNUGANGA ESTATE, WHICH WAS COUNTRY HOME OF THE RENOWNED SRI LANKAN ARCHITECT GEOFFREY BAWA. Visit Kalutara Temple you can have hunch After having lunch we take you Lunuganga Estate.By the end of the day we take you to the Back to bentota
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Kalutara Temple, Lunuganga Tour From Bentota
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If you are looking to explore a colonial city and gain some unique experience & memories with enjoying some extra unique activities & attractions then Galle Day Tour the most identical and famous tour for that. Attractions & Activities • Bentota River Safari • Gem Museum & Showroom • Buddhist Temple • Sea Turtle Hatchery • Dutch Fort Galle • Tea Plantation & Factory Inclusions • Free Pick-up & Drop-off • Private Transportation with English Speaking Driver-Guide • Lunch Key Points • Tour starts between 6am -7.30am from Pick up points depending on the location. • Pick up & Drop off from anywhere in Negambo, Colombo, Mt Lavinia, Wadduwa, Kalutara, Beruwala, Bentota, Ahungalla, Hikkaduwa, Galle, Unawatuna, Talpe,Koggala, Ahangama, Weligama, Mirissa & nearby areas This is an All Inclusive package & No hidden costs.
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Private Galle Day Tour with Boat Safari & Tea Factory Visit - All Inclusive
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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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See Kandy's sights from Colombo even if you're short on time on this convenient private day trip. Enjoy three experiences in one trip: In addition to city sightseeing, you'll also visit a tea factory and the Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya. You also have the flexibility to be picked up from towns other than Colombo, such as Negombo and Kalutara.
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Kandy Day Trip from Colombo: Tea Factory- Peradeniya Botanical Gardens-Kandy
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Discover Sri Lanka’s wild beauty like never before with Nimsara Yala Safari Service! Our expert local guides know the best spots to find elusive leopards, majestic elephants, and rare birds. Enjoy personalized attention in small groups, comfortable open-top jeeps, and the chance to capture stunning wildlife photos. With insider knowledge and a passion for conservation, we make every safari safe, exciting, and unforgettable. Book now for an authentic, once in a lifetime adventure!
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Morning Half-Day 7Hrs Safari Yala National Park
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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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Experience the process of making curd in Tissamaharama with traditional methods of milking, milk heating, filling clay pots, and setting fresh curd and taste creamy buffalo curd or drink fresh milk
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Tissamaharama Fresh Curd Making Experience
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Discover the cultural and natural highlights of Sri Lanka on a private full-day tour combining ancient heritage and wildlife. Visit the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, explore the UNESCO-listed Dambulla Cave Temple, and enjoy an exciting jeep safari in a nearby national park. This tour is ideal for travelers who want to experience Sri Lanka’s history, scenery, and wildlife in one unforgettable day, with the comfort of private transport and a flexible pace.
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Private Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Tour from Down south / Colombo
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Many of southwest Sri Lanka’s top sights beckon from around Bentota, but are difficult to cover in a day other than by organized tour. This private tour steps up: with a mix of stops that showcase the area’s highlights, history, and culture. Tour the Handunugoda Tea Estate and Galle; see stilt fishermen, savor a seafood lunch, and more; and gain a level of insight you’d probably miss if exploring alone.
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Southern Coast Highlights Tour from Bentota
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Have you ever been on a safari in a jungle that is ruled by the leopards? The Yala National Park is your answer! With 130,000 hectares of landscape, this Park is situated in the city of Yala, 260km South East of Colombo, and is a combination of a National Park as well as a strict nature reserve. According to Forbes Magazine, one of the main tourist attractions in Sri Lanka is its wildlife and Yala National Park is the most visited wildlife Park in the island. Along with the wide variety of birds, mammals and reptiles, you will also experience a range of forests, scrubs, lagoons, tanks and grasslands. Some of the most seen animals include leopards, elephants, sloth bears, jackals, peacocks, and crocodiles. Book your day tour of the Yala Jeep Safari now and experience the unforgettable!
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All Inclusive Yala National Park Jeep Safari from Colombo
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Explore the Best two of World Heritage sites Sigiriya abd Dambulla with friendly professional Chauffeur guide By comfortable Vehicle.
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Private all inclusive Day trip Sigiriya Lion rock and Dambulla Cave temple
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Sri Lanka’s southwest coast is a necklace of colonial-era sights, wildlife havens, cultural attractions, and beauty spots. This private day trip from Bentota strings them into a single itinerary, so you can experience them all without transport or planning headaches. Watch for wildlife on a river boat, visit a sea turtle rescue project, view a tsunami memorial, see stilt fishing, explore cobbled Galle Fort, and more; all with a driver-guide to provide navigation, local insight, and private door-to-door transport.
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Galle Day Tour: Boat Safari, Dutch Fort, Stick Fishing & Turtles
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Make the most of your time in Sri Lanka by booking this sightseeing transfer from Bentota to Galle. Begin your journey with pickup from your Bentota Hotel, then stop at a turtle sanctuary to admire the beautiful creatures. Stop at Hikkaduwa Beach before heading to Galle Fort for a bit of exploration. After lunch at the fort (own expense), you are dropped off at your hotel in Galle.
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Galle Fort & boat safari & Turtles Day Trip
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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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This tour you can discover beautiful mangrove Lagoon in Bentota River , Touching Baby Turtles, Visiting Natural Moonstone Mine Place and Galle Dutch Fortress
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Galle & Bentota River Safari Private Tour from Beruwala Hotels
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Home to leopards, elephants, crocodiles, wild boars, and more, Yala National Park is a must for most travelers, so can get extremely crowded. Beat the worst of the rush when you book half-day, full-day, or morning tours: these start early from your Yala area hotel to get you near the front of the line. All packages include entrance fees, water, snacks, and 2-way hotel transfers: the full-day option includes lunch.
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Yala safari Tours Morning /Afternoon /Fullday
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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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An unforgettable journey awaits, filled with breathtaking moments and vibrant encounters. Leopards, sloth bears, elephants, and a dazzling variety of mammals, reptiles, and birds roam freely through the forest, offering rare glimpses into the richness of the wild. Our jeep drivers are not only highly experienced and well-trained, but also gentle and respectful of nature, ensuring your safari is carried out with the utmost care. With slow, steady driving, you’ll have the perfect pace to soak in the magnificent beauty of the surrounding landscape.
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Yala Safari - Yala National Park
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This is an ideal excursion to explore the charms of Galle Dutch Fort & Sri Lanka’s southwest coast on a day trip with an expert driver-guide including unique experiences such as Turtle Hatchery, Mangrove River safari, Tea Factory & Plantation, UNESCO-listed 17th-century built Galle Fort. Attractions & Activities • Bentota River Safari • Mini Gem Museum & Showroom • Turtle Conservation Project • Tea Plantation & Factory • Buddhist Temple • Dutch Fort Galle Inclusions • Private Transportation with English Speaking Driver-Guide • All entry fees & activity charges • Lunch • Bottle Water Key Points •Tour Starts from pick-up points at 6.00am, 6.30am, 7.00am, 7.30am • Free Pick-up & drop-off from Wadduwa, Waskaduwa , kalutara, Beruwala, Bentota, Kosgoda, Ahungalla, Ambalangoda, Hikkaduwa,, Galle, Unawatuna, Koggala, Ahangama, Weligama, Mirissa areas. This is an All Inclusive package & No hidden costs
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Galle Day Tour with River Safari, Tea Plantation & Sea Turtle
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