Sri Lanka Group Trip; March 30-April 6 2026

Cost: $2150 per person

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This 8-day journey through Sri Lanka is a rich blend of cultural exploration, natural beauty, and wildlife encounters.

The adventure begins with arrival in Colombo, before heading for a short tour of the nearby coastal town – Negombo. We then head inland, through the country’s lush interior, to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. This is followed by an exhilarating climb to the summit of Sigiriya Rock Fortress for sunset, before continuing to Dambulla for the night.

Day three is dedicated to experiencing rural Sri Lanka with a visit to Habarana. Here, travellers explore villages and paddy fields by traditional cart and enjoy a home-cooked village lunch. We continue through the rainforest to the city of Kandy, with a stop at the 2,000 year-old Dambulla Cave Temple on the way, before exploring Kandy’s Temple of Tooth and enjoy an evening of traditional dance, music and food.

We then migrate south through the hills to Nuwara Eliya, stopping at a tea plantation en route. From there, an epic train ride to Ella provides stunning views of Sri Lanka’s rainforest lined mountains – named one of the most scenic in the world. In Ella, we visit the Nine Arch Bridge and Ravana Waterfalls, before heading south to Yala National Park – the country’s leading wildlife sanctuary. In this region we enjoy a thrilling jeep safari, in search of elephants, sloth bears, and possibly leopards (if we’re lucky).

The final stages of the trip are spent on the country’s beautiful southern coast, famous for its beaches and surf culture. We spend time in Dickwella, before continuing west to Mirissa, soaking up its clear waters, beaches, scenic view-points and fresh seafood. The area is also famous for its turtles and we have chance to visit a local turtle hatchery, which plays an important role in conservation efforts in the region.

The final day includes a stop in the town of Galle, to explore its UNESCO-listed Dutch Fort, before returning to Colombo for departure, concluding a memorable journey through Sri Lanka’s cultural treasures and natural wonders.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1
Monday, 30 March

Colombo – Negombo
Arrive in Colombo.
Transfer to Negombo and hotel.
No guiding on this day.
Overnight in Negombo at hotel.

Day 2
Tuesday, 31 March

Negombo – Sigiriya Rock – Dambulla
We begin today with a short city tour of Negombo, before continuing
our journey inland.
First, we will have the opportunity to visit the Pinnawala elephant
orphanage.
We will then climb the Unesco World Heritage site Sigiriya Rock
Fortress, reaching the summit to enjoy the panoramic views at sunset.
Continue our drive to Dambulla.
Overnight in Dambulla at hotel.

Day 3
Wednesday, 1 April

Dambulla & around
Full day to explore the rural heart of Sri Lanka.
We head to the town of Habarana, from where we will take cart rides
through local villages, lakes and paddy fields. We will stop for an
authentic local lunch in one of the villages.
In the afternoon we return to Dambulla.
Overnight in Dambulla at hotel.

Day 4
Thursday, 2 April

Dambulla – Kandy
We continue our journey south to the Central Highlands and Kandy.
En-route we will stop at the Dambulla Cave Temple, a sacred complex
of caves filled with ancient statues and murals dating back over 2,000
years.
Once in Kandy we will visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of
the most revered Buddhist sites in the world. In the evening we will
attend a traditional Kandyan cultural show filled with dance, fire and
drumming.
Overnight in Kandy at hotel.

Day 5
Friday, 3 April

Kandy – Ella
Today we drive through the hills to Nuwara Eliya, stopping at a local tea
plantation and factory on the way.
Once in Nuwara Eliya we head to the train station and board our train
to Ella. Considered one of the most scenic train rides in the world,
enjoy a three hour journey through tunnels, across stone bridges, and
past lush landscapes, tea estates, and forested hills.
Overnight in Ella at hotel.

Day 6
Saturday, 4 April

Ella – Yala National Park – Mirissa
We begin today in Ella, visiting the the Nine Arch Bridge and the Ravana
Waterfall.
Afterwards we drive to the Yala National Park, Sri Lanka’s premier
wildlife sanctuary, and take a jeep safari searching for elephans, sloth
bears, crocodiles – and if you are lucky, leopards!
We continue the drive along the southern coast towards Mirissa.
Overnight in Dickwella at hotel.

Day 7
Sunday, 5 April

Dickwella & Mirissa
Full day to enjoy the leisures of the sourthernmost point of Sri Lanka,
exploring view points, wander the beaches, and taste the fresh
seafood.
We will also visit a turtle hatchery and learn about local conservation
work.
Overnight in Dickwella at hotel.

Day 8
Monday, 6 April

Mirissa – Galle – Colombo – End
We begin our journey back to Colombo for the end of the tour.
On the way we will stop in Galle, a historic coastal city with a rich
colonial past, where we will vist the Unesco Heritage Site Galle Dutch
Fort.
Transfer to Colombo airport for your departure flight.
End of trip.

Inclusions & Exclusions

The trip includes:
Accommodation
Breakfast
Transport
English speaking guide
Visa support
Entrance fees

The trip does not include:
Lunch & Dinner (unless specified)
International Flights
Insurance
Visa cost
Drinks
Tips

Cost:
• Tour Package: $2,150.00 Per Person
• Single Supplement: $560.00 Per Single Supplement
To reserve a place on this trip we need a deposit of US$400 per person