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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.

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.

Explore Colombo without the hassle of keeping up with a large tour group on this private tour of the Sri Lankan city. Enjoy an itinerary that covers the city's highlights without having to worry about arranging separate journeys to get between them. Take in the Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, Gangaramaya Temple, Pettah Floating Market, the Colombo Lotus Tower, and more.

This is not just a day tour. it’s a personal experience guided by a local who truly loves sharing Sri Lanka. I adapt every tour to your pace and interests, whether you want to explore, relax, or discover hidden places most travelers miss. Along the way, we visit highlights like the sea turtle sanctuary, the iconic stilt fishermen, and the historic Galle Fort but also stop at small, authentic spots that are not touristy. Expect beautiful views, meaningful stories, and a relaxed journey where you never feel rushed. Perfect for couples, families, or anyone who wants a genuine and flexible experience on the south coast.

Our Day Trip to Ella From selected location includes followings; Visit to Nine Arches Bridge The glorious Nine Arch Bridge between Ella and Demodara station is one of the engineering marvels in the early 20th century. Hike in Little Adams's Peak It is 1141 m in height and from the entrance it takes up to 30-45 min for the hike. Views from the summit are incredible. 360 degrees panoramic views with clouds rolling in, is a treat to watch for any traveler. Refresh yourself at Rawana Falls On the way back, you can enjoy the breathtaking view of Rawana falls - one of the widest falls in the country. Tea Plantation Visit You'll get to see the plantation site and local guides will explain you the tea making process. Visit Udawalawa Elephant Orphanage The Elephant Transit Home, since its inception in 1995, has helped care for dozens of injured, sick, or orphaned baby elephants from all over Sri Lanka. Please note that this tour is highly customizable according to your wish.

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.

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.

Visit Sri Lanka's old hill capital on this day tour from Colombo. No need to rent a car, as all transportation is included; you can enjoy the scenery on the way there and back. Your tour guide will tailor the tour and their commentary to your interests and you'll have plenty of time to ask questions. Highlights include the Kandy Market, the Temple of the Tooth, and the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens.

Explore some of the most important places in Sri Lanka with this six day guided, private tour. Relax and enjoy the sites, since the day’s activities will be organized by your guide, and you’ll have a private driver. Note that accommodation is not included, so book that on your own. Each day will be full of experiences in nature, or learning about Sri Lanken culture, or both.

Enjoy an action-packed day zooming around the sights of Negombo in a custom tuk-tuk or scooter on this fun city tour. Close to the airport and the capital, Colombo, Negombo is a beautiful waterfront city with a complex history as a trading post and fortification. Shaped by ancient kingdoms and colonizers alike, you’ll dig deeper into the history of the city as you explore old fortresses, temples, churches, and beaches, and enjoy an optional boat trip on the lagoon.

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.

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 tea country around Nuwara Eliya is one of Sri Lanka’s most beautiful corners, but getting around it independently by train or bus can be complicated and slow. This private tour from Kandy steps up: with a private car and driver to show you the highlights in a day. Visit a tea factory, view a waterfall, and more; and as a finale, experience spectacular 360-degree views over the tea plantations and misty peaks from the Ambuluwawa Tower.

Enjoy a private and memorable journey combining the beauty of Bentota River mangroves, Sea Turtles, the historic Galle Dutch Fort, and unique Sri Lankan experiences. A perfect private day trip filled with wildlife, culture, history, and coastal beauty. An unforgettable experience 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 Inclusions •Pickup & Drop-off • Private Return Transportation • Experienced Driver-Guide •All Entry Fees & Activity Charges •Bottle Water •Lunch • Pick-up & Drop-off available from following areas. Negombo, Katunayake, Waikkal, Seeduwa Colombo, Mount Lavinia Wadduwa, Waskaduwa , Kalutara Beruwala, Bentota, Kosgoda, Ahungalla, Balapitiya, Ambalangoda Hikkaduwa, Galle, Unawatuna, Talpe Koggala, Ahangama, Weligama, Mirissa, Matara Dickwella, Hiriketiya, Tangalle, Ranna, Hambantota

Learn about the history and culture of Colombo, Sri Lanka's capital city, on this half-day private tour. Visit key landmarks including the Old Parliament building, Vihara Buddhist Temple, and St Lucia's Cathedral to learn more about the unique history and culture of Sri Lanka. Enjoy personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this private tour, including private hotel transportation, for just you and your party.

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.

Get out of the city and explore Sri Lanka’s tea country on this full-day tour. Depart from your Kandy hotel in an private vehicle. Accompanied by a driver-guide, make your way into the countryside and admire the views. Stop at Ramboda Waterfall and a tea plantation and factory, and stroll past the charming bungalows and gardens of Nuwara Eliya.

Without a guide’s inside knowledge, it’s difficult for visitors to decide what and where to eat when discovering Colombo’s street foods. This private tour delivers: pairing you with a driver-guide who knows great local food stops and fun transport in the shape of a nippy tuk-tuk. Zip down Colombo’s streets to sample specialities like crab curry, sambol, and ice-cream, and as you taste and talk, learn secrets and snippets about Sri Lanka’s roadside dishes that most tourists never hear.

Get up-close to the nature and culture of Sri Lanka’s coastal River Madu on this shared boat safari. Travel independently to the departure point, board a skippered motorboat, and absorb the idyllic surroundings on an approximate 2-hour cruise around wildlife-rich mangroves and islands. Look for monitor lizards, monkeys, crocs, and kingfishers, stop at a Buddhist monastery set on an islet, visit a fish pedicure spa, learn how cinnamon is used in local cooking, and more—all in one effortless trip.

Cooking with a local provides insights videos just can’t provide. Join your host and a small group for this Galle cooking class. Take a tuk-tuk to the Dutch Market, hear its history, and buy fresh vegetables, then visit the fish market for fresh fish. Next, learn about spices, how to cook rice, and how to make five different curries. Finally, eat a buffet lunch with your fingers, the local way.

Hike and swim under local waterfalls outside of Kandy on this private tour. You'll enjoy personalized attention from your guide and plenty of time to ask questions as you move at your own pace. Lunch is provided midday to keep you fueled up for adventure.

Visiting UNESCO-listed Sigiriya Rock and the Dambulla Cave Temples from Colombo is unmanageable in a day if you’re using Sri Lanka’s public transport. This private day trip makes it possible and comfortable, and adds an interesting stop at the Sigiriya Craft Village—somwhere you might not discover alone. Added benefits include door-to-door transport by WiFi-enabled vehicle; a driver-guide’s tips and commentary; and an included traditional Sri Lankan lunch.

Explore Sri Lanka’s tea country with ease on this guided full-day tour. Depart from your Kandy hotel in a vehicle with a driver and make your way through the scenic countryside to Nuwara Eliya. Visit tea plantations and tea factories in the rolling hills. Stop by Ramboda Falls and Gregory Lake and take in the views.

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.