Top Kandy Tickets & Passes

The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is Kandy's most popular attraction, and lines to buy tickets can get long. If you want to save time and hassle at the ticket counter, you can simply pre-book your admission ticket to this famed UNESCO World Heritage Site online.

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.

Round up three top Sri Lanka attractions in a single outing with this private Sigiriya, Dambulla, and Minneriya National Park day trip from Kandy. Rather than grappling with bus timetables or bartering with cabs, rely on a driver-guide and private air-conditioned vehicle to ferry you between the sites. Climb Sigiriya Rock, explore Dambulla’s Buddha-filled caves, and take a Minneriya safari to see wild elephants, monkeys, deer, and birds.

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.

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We will collect you from your hotel in Kandy at 8:30 am. Following this, we will embark on a delightful one-hour journey to our first destination of the day: the renowned Ambuluwawa. After our visit, you will have the opportunity to enjoy lunch at one of the traditional restaurants in the vicinity (meal not included). This is an excellent chance to experience the exquisite local cuisine! Once you are refreshed, we will proceed to the village of Ramboda to explore its magnificent waterfalls, set against breathtaking landscapes. Please remember to bring your camera! In conclusion, we will return to the vehicle and transport you back to your hotel in Kandy.

Whether you’re time poor or budget conscious, pack many of central Sri Lanka’s star attractions into one long but rewarding day, with entrance fees included and a private driver/guide. You’ll visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites—Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Dambulla Cave Temple—and see wild elephants in Minneriya National Park, with time for a spice garden tour too. For ease, your package begins and ends at your Kandy hotel.

The 1st Kumbal Perahera is the opening segment of the Kandy Esala Perahera, a major religious and cultural festival in Sri Lanka. It takes place in Kandy and honors the sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha. The Kumbal Perahera focuses on religious rituals and is more traditional and ceremonial compared to the later stages of the procession. The event features decorated elephants, traditional dancers, drummers, and religious figures, with a strong emphasis on spiritual devotion. It symbolizes respect for the Tooth Relic and aims to bring blessings and protection to the people. The Kumbal Perahera marks the start of the grand celebration, which later transitions into the more extravagant Randoli Perahera. The festival is an important cultural and spiritual occasion, attracting both locals and international visitors.

Kumbal Perahera On the sixth night, the Kumbal Perahera begins and continues for five days. Initially, the Devale Perahera assembles in front of the Temple of the Tooth. The emblems placed on the ransivige (a dome-like structure) is accompanied by the Basnayake Nilames (the lay custodians of the Devales). Drummers and dancers will be seen in all these Peraheras. For the next five nights, the “Devale Peraheras” take place within the premises of the four Devales with the priest of each Devale taking the pole every evening, accompanied by music and drumming, flag and canopy bearers, spearman and the Ran Ayudha, the sacred insignia of the Gods. The following important times are announced by the firing of cannonballs, which can be heard all across Kandy. • The commencement of the Devale Perahera • The commencement of the Dalada Maligawa Perahera • The completion of the Perahera

Discover the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy with this entry ticket. Explore the temple's unique Kandyan architectural style and learn about its cultural and religious significance.

This tour takes you from your hotel in Sigiriya to Wilpattu National Park on a guided jeep safari. Get a chance to catch sight of the elusive Sri Lankan Leopard. Photograph a number of endemic and threatened wildlife within their natural habitats. Enjoy an excellent picnic lunch within the park, surrounded by nature. This is a rare opportunity to experience Sri Lanka at its wildest.

Travel to Sigiriya and Dambulla with ease on this day tour from Kandy with a round-trip transfer. Depart from your Kandy hotel in a private vehicle with a driver-guide. Explore the temples and statues at Sigiriya. Next, continue to Dambulla, where you can admire the large ancient cave temple complex.

The Knuckles Mountain Range lies in central Sri Lanka, in the Districts of Matale and Kandy. The range takes its name from a series of recumbent folds and peaks in the west of the massif which resembles the knuckles of clenched fist when viewed from certain locations in the Kandy District. Whilst this name was assigned by early British surveyors, the Sinhalese residents have traditionally referred to the area as Dumbara Kanduvetiya meaning mist-laden mountain range. Knuckles Mountain Forest Range covering an area of approximately 21,000 ha is a part of the Central Highlands World Heritage site, declared in 2010. Though it is a part of Central Highlands it is well separated by Mahaweli river valley from the sides of South and east and Matale valley from the west. This Knuckles Mountain Range Hiking and Trekking day tour from Kandy will give you the chance of witnessing this beautiful heritage site.

The Pidurangala & Hiriwadunna Village Tour from Kandy combines adventure, culture, and authentic rural life into one unforgettable day. Begin your journey early with a pick-up from your hotel in Kandy, travelling through scenic countryside towards Sigiriya. Your first stop is the Pidurangala Rock, an ancient monastery and a lesser-known neighbour of Sigiriya, offering a rewarding climb and breathtaking panoramic views of the iconic Lion Rock and its lush surroundings. After descending, continue to the charming Hiriwadunna Village, where a guided village experience immerses you in traditional Sri Lankan life. Enjoy a bullock cart ride, a peaceful catamaran journey across the lake, and a home-cooked village lunch served with genuine hospitality. Learn about local farming and cooking traditions as you interact with villagers. In the afternoon, relax on your return drive to Kandy, reflecting on a day filled with culture, nature, and warm local encounters.

Visit Minneriya National Park and Sigiriya Rock Fortress from Kandy with ease on this private tour. Depart from your Kandy hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a driver-guide and make your way to the park. Enjoy included entry fees and tours at both locations. Stay connected with WiFi throughout the tour.

The Kandy Esala Perahera (Day 09) is the grand finale of Sri Lanka's most celebrated festival, held annually in Kandy to honor the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha. This day features the most magnificent procession, with a richly adorned elephant carrying the relic, traditional dancers, drummers, torchbearers, and fire-eaters, all showcasing Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage. The procession travels through Kandy's streets, and the event includes religious rituals and prayers for blessings, rain, and good harvests. The closing ceremony features the Water Cutting Ceremony, symbolizing purification. The Perahera blends Buddhist and Hindu traditions and has deep cultural and historical significance, drawing both locals and international visitors. Day 09 is a grand spectacle and a symbol of religious unity, marking the end of the festival with a powerful display of devotion and pageantry.

The 5th Kumbal Perahera is the final night of the early procession phase of the Esala Perahera in Kandy, Sri Lanka. It takes place at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and features traditional dancers, drummers, and decorated elephants carrying the Sacred Tooth Relic casket. It is more organized and slightly more elaborate than the earlier Kumbal Perahera nights, and it serves as a transition toward the grander Randoli Perahera processions.

The 1st Randoli Perahera is the beginning of the main and most grand phase of the Esala Perahera in Kandy, Sri Lanka. It takes place in Kandy and is part of the festival held at the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. This procession is more elaborate than the Kumbal Perahera, featuring richly decorated elephants, traditional Kandyan dancers, drummers, fire performers, and the Sacred Tooth Relic casket being carried in a highly ceremonial procession. The 1st Randoli Perahera marks the start of the peak celebrations, with increasing grandeur and larger crowds in the following nights.

the knuckles camping site is best and adventure trek.you will explore Tea trail trek up the hill to the silent forest area passing gravel rocky paths and bush forest. You have crossing wooden bridges, spotting endemic flora & fauna. You can see a silent large rocky plateau and walk with a peak view. Walking through evergreen dwarf could forest, endemic creepers & cane bamboo. You can overnight stay fresh air, wonderful and exclusive base camp.

This safari takes you on an exclusive ride through the Minneriya National Park which is highly famed for its elephants and wildlife. The three-tour options allow you to select whether you wish to watch wildlife during their morning activities, evening activities or even throughout the day.

Horton Plains National Park – Full-Day Nature & Scenic Tour from Kandy A full-day journey from Kandy to explore the breathtaking landscapes of Horton Plains National Park, Sri Lanka’s highest and most windswept plateau. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is famed for its wild grasslands, mist-covered forests, cascading waterfalls, and the spectacular World’s End viewpoint — offering dramatic scenery and rich biodiversity. • Early morning pickup from the hotel in Kandy • Scenic drive through lush tea country towards Horton Plains National Park • Enjoy a guided nature walk through grasslands and forest trails • Visit the iconic World’s End cliff and Baker’s Falls • Spot wildlife including sambar deer, purple-faced langurs, and endemic bird species • Learn about the park’s unique montane ecosystem from your guide • Relax and enjoy the cool mountain climate with photo stops en route • Return transfer to your hotel in Kandy

Beautiful mountain and nature trails You can walk with an amazing experience, You will explore Tea state trails, Pine & Eucalyptus forest. You can see birds, small animals, and butterflies. You have crossing waterfall & natural pool. Here you can be swimming. After walking through magical terrace rice fields you are entering the traditional village. On the way, you can see vegetable gardens and spice gardens. You can meet village people and learn about village culture and breathtaking views, a cloud forest. You can get fresh air and booking your tour with Nature paradise tours. Pick up from hotel: 7:00 am – 7:30 am Start Trekking: 9:30 am – 10:00 am End Trekking: 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm Grade: Smooth medium grade Transport Duration: 1.30 hours from Kandy Trekking Duration: 4 to 5 hours Altitude: 1000 to 500 meters Distance: 10 to 15 km

Sri Lanka’s hill country bursts with tea plantations, gardens, waterfalls, and other natural glories. Experience a clutch of sights in one scenic and customizable day from Kandy on this private tour. Traveling by private vehicle with a driver-guide providing navigation and local insight that you’d miss alone, visit picturesque Nuwara Eliya and its sparkling Gregory Lake, tour a tea factory, and admire the Ramboda Falls and Kandy’s Royal Botanical Gardens— all without worrying about negotiating buses, trains, or cabs.