Top Sri Lanka On the Water - page 4

Short on time in Galle? Then this private, family-friendly tour covers the city and its coastal highlights in one day, making it ideal for short-stay visitors and cruise passengers. Admire UNESCO-listed Galle Fort and Galle Lighthouse, trace the coast to the Hikkaduwa Turtle Hatchery and Tsunami Museum, and take a wildlife-watching cruise on the Madu River. Private transport and Galle hotel and cruise port pickup and drop-off included.

Forget transport worries and experience three Sri Lanka highlights in one easy day trip on this private tour from Colombo or Negombo. Put your focus on the sights as a private chauffeured vehicle ferries you to Sigiriya Rock to view its ancient fortress and murals, and on to Polonnaruwa’s 11th-century ruins and Dambulla’s art-filled cave-temples. Your experience includes lunch and select hotel pickup and drop-off, with admissions down to you.

Galle is one of Sri Lanka’s most stunning cities, but covering the highlights in a single day can prove challenging without private transportation. Ideal for travelers short on time, this full-day, small-group excursion from Colombo includes door-to-door transfers. Visit a turtle hatchery, sail along the Madu River (own expense), and tick off top historical sights like the Galle Fort Lighthouse and Clock Tower.

Without driving yourself—something not recommended to visitors to Sri Lanka—visiting Dambulla, Sigiriya, and Minneriya National Park in a day from Kandy is impossible. This private tour makes it easy: with a personal driver-guide to explain the sights and scenery, and comfortable private minivan transport. Explore Dambulla’s icon-filled caves, view Sigiriya rocktop ruins, and enjoy a 4x4 safari to see Minneriya’s elephants or a local village tour.

Spot elephants at Udawalawe National Park on this full-day tour from Colombo. Depart from your hotel in a private vehicle and make your way to Udawalawe. Accompanied by a guide, ride a jeep through the national park and see the wide variety of wildlife that lives there, possibly including wild buffalo, spotted deer, crocodiles, and butterflies.

Visit two UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Golden Temple of Dambulla, on this private day trip with a personal guide—a must-do activity when visiting Sri Lanka. You’re chauffeured in the comfort of your own vehicle for the drive from Negombo, Colombo, Kalutara, Kandy, or Mount Lavinia. Climb the fifth-century fortress on a sightseeing tour and, after lunch, tour the impressive cave temple and marvel at its Buddha statues.

Explore the historical sites of Sigiriya and Dambulla with ease on this full-day private tour. Depart from your Colombo hotel in a private vehicle with a driver and make your way to Sigiriya Rock. Admire the architecture and frescoes as well as the massive lion-shaped gateway. Then continue on to the rock cave temple at Dambulla before returning to your hotel.

Catching the train is one of the most scenic ways to get from Colombo to Mirissa Beach on Sri Lanka’s southern tip—but buying the right tickets can be tricky. Skip the worry with this ticket reservation package, which books and sends you your e-tickets prior to departure. All that’s left is for you to take your seat at Colombo Fort station, and then admire the scenery as your train heads south, serving up magnificent sea views along the way.

Enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this private tour of Wilpattu National Park from Colombo. With convenient round-trip transportation, there's no need to rent a car and you can relax on the transfers to and from Colombo. Once in the park, take a jeep safari to see the local wildlife and learn about their biology and behavior through guided commentary. A private tour means you can move at your own pace and enjoy a flexible itinerary.

Learn to surf off the coast of Sri Lanka by signing up for a private surfing lesson. If you're a beginner, your instructor will teach you all about the basics of surfing before getting you out on the water, while surfers with some experience have the option of taking a refresher course to improve on their existing skills.

This tour is the perfect way to see whales and dolphins in their natural habitat. You'll be guided by a crew of experienced professionals who know the best practices for whale watching. The cruiser you'll be on is equipped with lifeguards and experienced captains who know the oceans well. This ensures that you'll have a clear view of the water and the wildlife. Unlike other boat tours in Mirissa, this one is tailored specifically for people who are interested in spotting aquatic life.

An activity ideally suitable for people who love going outdoor and doing some activities which give some exercises for the body with some great fun. A day full of different activities including water sports like rafting, kayaking, water abseiling, and adventure activities like wall climbing, Air-riffle shooting, Arching etc. We are equipped with latest equipment specially made for such activities and safety is considered as one of the key thing. All the activities are supervised and carried out by well experienced and trained individuals. Most of them have served for Sri Lankan forces before. Trekking through different parts of the village, tea estates and water falls will give you completely different experience as it allows you to get some exposure to local lifestyle and traditions too. Site is located on the boarder of beautiful Mahaweli river and it's about 45 minutes drive from Kandy. We pick you from your hotel in Kandy transport is provided by an air conditioned vehicle.

Get close to sea life on this private whale and dolphin watching tour departing from Trinco Bay Drive Centre in Trincomalee. On this tour, you will get the opportunity to look out for a variety of marine life, including blue whales, sperm whales, orcas, turtles, dolphins and more. Water and snacks are included on board.

If you’ve always wanted to take scuba diving lessons, experience unparalleled adventure and see the world beneath the waves, this is where it starts.

A surface Water sport, which involves riding a wakeboard over the surface of a body of water. The wakeboard is a small, mostly rectangular, thin board with very little displacement and shoe-like bindings mounted to it. The wakeboard is usually towed behind a motorboat typically at speeds of 30–40 km/h. If you are a first timer, our support team will train and monitor you all the way

Experience 5 major rapids and 4 minor rapids followed by a breathtaking descend down a 100 ft waterfall. Truly something remarkable to have ticked off the bucket list

Our experienced crew will take you to where you can observe the friendly Spinner Dolphins in their hundreds as they play, dance and show off their acrobatic skills. The best time to see them would be from May to September. If you arrive between March and May, you will be able to catch a glimpse of Blue Whales and Sperm Whales that are considered to be some of the largest creatures on earth. Whale watching is one of the most popular things to do while in the east of Sri Lanka during this season. Trincomalee is celebrated as one of the most picturesque coastal areas in Sri Lanka with its white sandy beaches and blue waters. The best season to visit Trincomalee is between May and October. Our crew is friendly, responsible and vastly experienced. We may not offer the cheapest excursions but we guarantee that our crew will be the most dedicated to ensuring that you get to experience the fantastic experience of watching whales in the wild.

November to March is the season for dolphin watching excursions, as this is when the seas are calm. During this period, hundreds of dolphins and in some instances thousands can be observed in large pods just ½ hour on shore.

This tour gives you the opportunity to go fishing in the Negombo lagoon. Enjoy the new challenges that fishing in a lagoon brings. Get some amazing catch that make your day. Choose the additional barbecue to enjoy some wonderful grilled fish.

This tour gives you the chance to try deep sea fishing in Eastern waters of Sri Lanka , off the Trincomalee coast rich with sea life. Cast your rods into deep blue waters and try to bait some of the biggest catch you have ever seen. Get that burst of adrenaline as you challenge the strongest of the seas. Show off your best catch with a great photo. Get the best fishing experience this holiday!

A sunrise mangrove kayaking retreat to heal your body and mind. Escape from the polluted city and get lost in a world of unknown beauty....! "Most of the people has lost their connection to nature and their source. Everything is in imbalance with the busy lifestyle in hustle and bustle surrounding. The idea of “Lonely Kayaker” is coming out with the purpose of reconnecting people to nature. This mangrove kayaking experience in Madu river will hopefully connect you again to nature & to find a piece of mind. You will spend your time in a uncharted tranquil unique ecosystem" Madu River wetland consists of many mangrove islets. It has high ecological, biological and aesthetic significance, being home to approximately 303 species of plants belonging and to 248 species of animals. The Madu River is also a Ramsar declared Wetland. The activity will be hosted by a university graduate who has a wast knowledge about nature and adventure outdoor living. WE GUARANTEE A DAY TO REMEMBER

Looking for a perfect getaway in Kitulgala? Experience a Camping and Trekking adventure along with White Water Rafting and other fun and thrilling adventure activities in Kitulgala. Day 1 On arrival: sip a welcome drink, relax and followed by lunch. You will then enjoy a catamaran ride across the river before commencing a nature trek through the rain forest. Before going back to camp to refresh yourselves with a hot cup of tea and snacks. Indulge in a delicious BBQ dinner before spending an unforgettable night under the stars. Day 2 Wake: You will be awoken up to the call of bird sounds and the gushing river where you will sip a cup of tea before indulging in breakfast. Experience the thrill of Kitulgala White Water Rafting and other activities till your departure after noon.

We will meet you on Dutch Bay, Trincomalee by 6.15 AM and we will start sailing towards the deep sea by 6.30 AM. During this 7 hours cruise on a sailing catamaran, We will search for marine giants: whales and ever smiling Dolphins. While you are enjoying this premium Whale and Dolphin watching cruise, our chef will serve a freshly prepared breakfast on board. When we are near these marine giants, our crew will call you to the bow or upper deck for the best views. Next, we will reach the area of the magnificent coastline of Trincomalee to anchor for a few hours in the Back bay near Koneswaram temple. There you may enjoy swimming, snorkeling and stand-up paddle boarding prior to freshly cooked lunch on board. End of the experience, we will sail back to Dutch bay and we will disembark there after this magnificent experience..

From the Dutch Bay in Trincomalee, we conduct premium whale watching cruises in yachts for individuals families, groups of friends or colleagues. You will be spoiled while you relax on board on the lookout for the majestic whales and dolphins.