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Feel Colombo’s pulse and discover its sights in a way difficult to do independently or by conventional car on this private half-day tuk-tuk tour. Choose a morning or late-afternoon trip and settle into your nimble 3-wheeler with your personal driver-guide. Then, soak in the city’s bustle as you zip to Pettah and Galle Face Green; and stop at temples, markets, and colonial-era landmarks. Admissions are at your own expense.

Visit the historic Galle Fort at a leisurely pace with this guided walking tour. Your local guide will be on hand to take you around the fort, answering any questions you might have and showing you areas and points of interest you might not have otherwise found on your own.

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. Optional Negombo Lagoon Boat Tour Cruise through the peaceful Negombo Lagoon and Hamilton Canal, surrounded by mangroves, beautiful birdlife, and traditional fishing villages. Enjoy the area’s natural beauty and diverse wildlife while discovering the peaceful waterways and local life of Negombo. Booking Options Please select your preferred option before booking: A: Negombo City Tour by Tuk-Tuk B: Negombo Lagoon Boat Tour C: Negombo City Tour by Tuk-Tuk + Negombo Lagoon Boat Tour (Combined Experience) Please note: If an option is not shown, it is already booked or sold out.

Experience a different side of Sri Lanka on a boat safari that takes in the Bentota River’s jungle-like surroundings, mangrove forests, and variety of birds and wildlife. With a private guided tour, you can choose a start time that best suits your group and relax with the company of your companions, rather than sharing the experience with strangers on a larger river cruise.

This unique night walk offers a rare chance to see the elusive Red Slender Loris in its natural habitat with an expert local guide. We use ethical wildlife viewing methods and keep groups small for a more personal and safe experience.

Colombo's markets, waterfront, religious sites, and colonial landmarks are covered in a private half-day city tour by tuk-tuk. Visit Pettah, the Red Mosque (Jami Ul-Alfar), Galle Face Green, the Old Parliament Building, and Colombo Maritime Museum, with stops at the Hindu temple of Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil and a Ceylon tea supermarket. Admission is included at the listed attractions, while the route takes in Colombo's historic center and coastal areas.

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.

Book this private day tour of the Anuradhapura city region to get a full, guided tour of the most famous sites, including Lovamahapaya and the Abhayagiri Main Refectory. This would be difficult on your own, without a guide and transportation. This tour provides private transportation, your own personal guide, and a half day of touring all the must-see spots in the area.

Guests can kick off the Tuk Tuk City Tour of Colombo at their preferred time, be it in the morning or the evening. The tour schedule is adaptable, allowing you to choose the timing that suits your convenience. Regardless of whether you opt for a morning or evening commencement, you are guaranteed a distinctive and thrilling exploration of the lively city of Colombo.

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.

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.

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 numerous pick-up locations including Pasikuda and Kalkudah, 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 a Gem Museum & Showroom and Wood Carving Center along the way.

UNESCO designated Sri Lanka’s central highlands a World Heritage Site for their outstanding beauty. Experience some of their most dramatic landscapes on this door-to-door private guided tour of Horton Plains National Park and the vertiginous World’s End cliffs. Look out for birds, lizards, bear monkey, and sambar deer as you hike 6 miles (9.5 kilometers) to World’s End, Baker’s Falls, and back to base. Please note: Tour excludes entrance fees.

Take a break from the big city and travel into Sri Lanka’s interior on this private day tour from Colombo. With a private vehicle and driver, you don’t need to deal with taxis. Head to historical Kandy, surrounded by rainforest and tea plantations. Your driver makes sure you don’t miss anything: visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Pinnawala village, Pilimathalawa tea factory, and the Susantha Spice & Herbal Garden.

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Kandy, Sri Lanka’s heritage hub. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, explore the Royal Botanical Gardens at Peradeniya, and admire scenic viewpoints overlooking the city. Discover vibrant markets, colonial architecture, and traditional crafts such as gem cutting, batik making, and wood carving. This flexible city tour covers all major attractions in Kandy, but within the 8-hour duration, travelers can select up to eight preferred sites, including temples, gardens, museums, and cultural centers. For those short on time, half-day tour options are also available, offering a personalized experience guided by friendly local experts. Enjoy the perfect blend of history, culture, and nature in one unforgettable day in Sri Lanka’s hill capital.

Experience Colombo through the eyes of someone who knows it well, without having to worry about transportation, by opting for a city tour by tuk-tuk. Visit city highlights such as the Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil and Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temples, the Red Mosque, and Independence Memorial Hall, without having to sort out transfers or walk in the hot Colombo sun.

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.

Fully immerse yourself in Udawalawe National Park on this private full-day tour. Beat planning overwhelm with this all-inclusive package, with your activities, lunch, transportation and entry fees all sorted for you. Enjoy the opportunity to see elephants and other local wildlife as you explore the national park and the nearby Elephant Transit Home facility. A great activity for animals lovers.

Climb to the ruins on Sigiriya Rock and explore the Buddha-statue-packed caves of Dambulla—this small-group tour from Colombo removes the stress from visiting two of Sri Lanka’s highlights. Settle into an air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide, and admire the scenery on route into the island’s lush heartlands. Visit Dambulla and then stop at Sigiriya, where you can climb the rock or just stroll its gardens. Admissions are at your own expense.

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.

See the highlights of Colombo without having to sort out transportation by booking a tuk-tuk tour. Meet your driver at your hotel and head out on the town, visiting sights such as the Gangaramaya Temple, the Pettah Floating Market, and the Galle Face Green. As this is a private tour, you'll have the flexibility to linger at sights or skip spots altogether, too.

Navigating Colombo’s sights can seem challenging for first-time visitors due to the city’s sprawling size and busy streets. Rather than bury your nose in your phone or guidebook, make things easy on a private city tour by air-conditioned vehicle. Tailor the itinerary around your interests, and absorb the city’s buzz as you experience landmarks such as the Parliament and Gangaramaya Temple. Door-to-door transfers and flexible departures complete the convenience.

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) Tour Highlight: • Udawalawe Jeep Safari (3-3.5 Hours) • Visit Elephant Transit Home Inclusions • Hotel Pickup & Drop-off • Private Return Transportation (Air-Conditioned Vehicle) • All Entry Fees • Private Safari Jeep • Lunch • Bottled Water Exclusions • Drinks • Tips Key Points • Choose from Morning or Afternoon Safari • Pickup & Drop-off available from: Colombo, Mount Lavinia, Katunayake, Negombo, Waikkal, Galle, Unawatuna, Talpe, Koggala, Habaraduwa, Ahangama, Weligama, Mirissa, Matara, Dickwella, Hiriketiya, Tangalle, Ranna, Hambantota, Ella, Wellawaya, Udawalawe, Arugam Bay, Yala, Kirinda, Tissamaharama, Weerawila & Kataragma & nearby areas.