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Highlights
Sigiriya: See rice fields and jungle landscapes as you ramble around this rural Sri Lankan village. Then refuel with a traditional lunch.
Sigiriya: A fortress on top of a giant rock. And did we mention it has massive lion’s paws at the front? Amazing!
Kandy: Fire-eating. Acrobatics. Epic costumes. All based on the dances of Indian shamans. Local traditions don't get hotter than this!
Kandy: This pristine-white sanctuary is an ultimate pilgrimage for Buddhists. It holds a relic of Lord Buddha’s tooth.
Kandy: One of the world’s most scenic train rides. Pass tea plantations and lush greenery, via mountain tunnels and steep valleys.
Ella: Who doesn’t love a nice cuppa? And now you’ll get to see where the magic happens.
Udawalawe National Park: Hang out with elephants, leopards, crocodiles – the whole jungle crew.
Udawalawe National Park: Spend the night surrounded by nature on the edge of Udawalawe National Park at our hand-picked Special Stay, Athgira River Camp — where riverside views and safari vibes take centre stage.
Unawatuna: Colonial buildings meet modern life in this UNESCO-listed spot. There are heritage walks, foodie hotspots and fun nightlife, all up for grabs.
Ella: Who doesn’t love a nice cuppa? And now you’ll get to see where the magic happens.
Udawalawe National Park: Hang out with elephants, leopards, crocodiles – the whole jungle crew.
Udawalawe National Park: Spend the night surrounded by nature on the edge of Udawalawe National Park at our hand-picked Special Stay, Athgira River Camp — where riverside views and safari vibes take centre stage.
Unawatuna: Colonial buildings meet modern life in this UNESCO-listed spot. There are heritage walks, foodie hotspots and fun nightlife, all up for grabs.
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10 days
What's Included
Accommodation
Hotel J (or similar)Sungreen Resort (or similar) HotelHotel Topaz (or similar)Oak Ray Ella Gap Hotel (or similar)Athgira River Camping (or similar) HotelHotel J Unawatuna (or similar)
Meals
Breakfast (x8)LunchDinner (x2)
Transport
Travel by coach
Guide
Experienced Driver Guide
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11 daysDuration
Group TourJoin a group of travelers
48 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 35 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
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Ends
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Itinerary
Say Ayubowan to Sri Lanka, South Asia’s ultimate gem! Over 11 days, you’ll safari through national parks, soak up golden beaches, wander ancient fortresses, and explore sacred temples. We’ve packed in all the must-see highlights (and thrown in a few hidden gems too!) to give you the perfect mix of adventure, culture, and chill.
day 1Negombo
Our Sri Lankan adventure begins this afternoon in Negombo. Meet up with your Trip Manager and your team for a full brief of the travels about to unfold, before heading out for the first taste of some local delicacies in this beachside town.
Location Visited
Negombo
Accommodation
Hotel J (or similar)
day 2Negombo to Sigiriya
day 3Sigiriya
day 4Sigiriya to Kandy
day 5Kandy to Ella
day 6Ella
day 7Ella to Udawalawe National Park
day 8Udawalawe National Park to Unawatuna via Galle
day 9Unawatuna
day 10Unawatuna
day 11Unawatuna to Colombo
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5.0 | Excellent
This was a perfect trip in every way. Both the trip manager and local guide made the trip even more special, through their high energy and good vibes throughout, constantly going above and beyond to make sure that everyone had a great trip.
The accommodation on the trip was really high quality especially the resort on the coast in Marissa and all of the free time add ons are an absolute must and great value for money.
Would highly recommend to anyone wanting to explore Sri Lanka!
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
I loved the safari and experiencing the culture
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 | Excellent
Incredible trip - fast paced & packs in all the sights you could possibly want to see in Sri Lanka, even leaving time for some down time on the beach. This is an adventurous one - constantly on the go and outdoors a lot. 10/10 - and the number of elephants seen was the highlight!