SRI LANKA · DESTINATION
65 Tours Reviewed
You’ll see Bentota from a side most people skip. This river safari is built for lagoon-and-mangrove watching, with a live guide and a private ride from several beach towns. I especially like that it’s a true package: entrance fees, transport,…
That first step into the rainforest feels different. This one-day, small-group tour takes you into Sinharaja Forest Reserve, Sri Lanka’s last remaining virgin rainforest, with a personal guide, waterfalls, birdwatching, and a hike that can reach the reserve’s tallest peak.…
One day can feel like two different planets. This private day trip strings together UNESCO-listed Galle and a Bentota stop, with a turtle sanctuary visit that gives the scenery a purpose. I like that you get hotel pickup and a…
Ella hits you fast, even before the sun rises. This private full-day run from Mirissa, Ahangama, Hikkaduwa, or Bentota is built around the big, visual stuff in Sri Lanka’s hill country: tea country by train, panoramic viewpoints, and a classic…
The tuk-tuk route beats the usual beach day. In about two hours, you’ll roll inland from Bentota on a private three-wheeler, hitting real working stops instead of a theme-park version of Sri Lanka. I especially like how hotel pickup and…
Bentota moves at a slow pace, and that’s the trick. This outing is built around a slow-moving boat on the Bentota River, where you get to focus on wildlife in real mangrove habitat, not just far-off scenery. I really like…
Leopard country starts early. A private day safari to Yala National Park from the Bentota/Kosgoda area is all about maximizing time in the wild, not wasting your morning in traffic. You get hotel pickup in a private air-conditioned car and…
Elephants first, then a long drive. This is one of the more practical ways to reach Udawalawe National Park from Bentota in a single day, because you’re handled end to end. I like the private return transfers (no guessing buses…
Udawalawe mornings start early for a reason. This day trip is built around the best animal-viewing window, plus a proper private jeep safari once you hit the park. I also like the air-conditioned luxury vehicles and the fact that you…
Waking up early for Sigiriya is worth it. This private trip strings together sunrise at Sigiriya Rock Fortress and the UNESCO Dambulla Cave Temple, with the kind of pacing that keeps the day from feeling rushed. I love that you…
Yala’s wildlife day runs on good timing. This full-day tour from Bentota is built around an afternoon safari in Yala National Park, where you’re far more likely to spot big mammals than in a rushed, all-morning loop. I like that…
Wild elephants in Udawalawe and Dutch-style streets in Galle make a great combo. This small-group day (max 10) strings together off-road wildlife time and proper sightseeing without leaving you stuck planning logistics. I especially like the chance to watch elephants…
Yala in a private jeep is a big early-morning payoff. This is a full-day Yala National Park trip built for people who want real wildlife time without the hassle of getting there by public transport. I especially like the hotel…
Elephants meet you fast in Udawalawe. This day trip is interesting because you go from the beach area into true wild country, then spend prime time on a safari jeep looking for Sri Lankan elephants and the animals that share…
Galle, minus the stress. This full-day private ride from Bentota is built for an easy win: round-trip pickup plus a guide who keeps the day moving, with standout stops like the Madu River safari and Galle Fort. I like how…
