Family Highlights of Sri Lanka

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Really excellent trip - we saw and experienced so many things. Only downside is it meant a lot of travelling on the bus and only one night in every hotel. Highlights were the Safari - seeing the elephants especially. Climbing Lions Rock at 6am and the delightful food we had along the way. Our guide, Chamodi was very enthusiastic and friendly. She was especially good with the children.

Helen | Traveled in September

5 - Excellent

Carbon neutral

9 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

18 peopleMaximum group size

7 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Ends

Negombo, Sri Lanka

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Highlights

Wildlife - Search for Asian elephants, leopards, sloth bears, spotted deer, buffalo, sambar, and mongoose on a game drive. Tropical beaches - Relax on the paradisal beaches of the Indian Ocean, with the chance to take a surfing lesson (west coast itinerary only). Thrilling activities - Get your adrenaline pumping white water rafting on the Kelani River (ideal for beginners or intermediate rafters). East and west coast itineraries - We offer both east and west coast itineraries, tailored to suit the seasons.

Itinerary

Sri Lanka’s wonders come alive for families seeking adventure and cultural discovery on the "Family Highlights of Sri Lanka" tour. Over nine days, this easy-paced trip takes you from Negombo to Kitulgala, Nuwara Eliya, and beyond, blending wildlife safaris in Wilpattu National Park—where leopards and elephants roam—with hands-on activities like white-water rafting and cycling ancient Buddhist cities in Polonnaruwa. Sun-soaked beaches provide downtime and the chance for surfing lessons, while optional east or west coast itineraries cater to the seasons. Accommodation, meals, and transport are included for a worry-free escape. The unique selling point? A diverse mix of active fun and wildlife encounters, making it a perfectly tailored Sri Lankan adventure for families with curious kids.

day 1Trip starts in Negombo

Our tour starts today in Negombo, a coastal town that's famous for its fishing industry and golden sands. The perfect introduction to Sri Lankan life, Negombo is a busy coastal town with a lively fish market, and traditional ketti-maran (catamaran) fishing boats scudding across the waters - the capital, Colombo, is a short distance away, too. Head down to the water to catch the sunset and spot locals bringing in the day's catch. For those arriving in time, our tour leader plans to meet you in the hotel reception at 6pm for a welcome meeting and for those that wish, there is the chance to go out for dinner. There are no other activities planned today, so you're free to arrive in Negombo at any time. If you'd like an airport transfer, you'll need to arrive into Colombo's Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), which is a 30-minute drive from our hotel. If you miss the welcome meeting, your tour leader will inform you of any essential information as soon as you catch up. If your flight arrives earlier in the day, you might like to head to the beach or make use of the hotel facilities which include a swimming pool overlooking the Indian Ocean.

Accommodation

Earls Regent Hotel

day 2Drive to Kitulgala (the adventure capital of Sri Lanka) for white water rafting and jungle walk

day 3Visit tea factory in Nuwara Eliya, journey through the highlands to Ella

day 4Leisurely morning before drive to Passikudah Beach

day 5Free day to enjoy the beach

day 6Canoe and tuk tuk to Habarana for lunch with locals, cycling tour of ancient Polonnaruwa

day 7Climb Lion Rock, jeep safari in Wilpattu National Park, overnight camp

day 8Morning game drive, continue to Negombo.

day 9Trip ends in Negombo.

What's Included

Accommodation

Earls Regent Hotel (2 nights)Rafters Retreat (1 night)Oak Ray Ella Gap Hotel (1 night)Passi Villas Passikudah (2 nights)Lavendish Lake Resort (1 night)Big Game Safari Camp Wilpattu (1 night)

Meals

8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners

Transport

4WDOn FootTrain

Guide

Local Guide(s)Explore Tour LeaderSafari Guide(s)

Others

Minibus

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