Colombo Trip Overview
Sri Lanka also known as the pearl of the Indian Ocean is the perfect getaway to anyone who wants to experience a variety of bio diversity in a short period of time. From sandy beaches, Lush tea plantations & waterfalls, , jaw-dropping wildlife, historical monuments & temples to misty mountain tops Sri Lanka is blessed with a vast natural pearls. With such a wealth of attractions, figuring out where to go in Sri Lanka can be quite a task, although its relatively small size means you can fit a lot into a single trip.
• Enjoy personalized attention on a private tour
• Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-offs
• Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a travel guide driver
• Accommodation included
Additional Info
Duration: 5 days
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
Explore Colombo Promoted Experiences
What to Expect When Visiting Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka also known as the pearl of the Indian Ocean is the perfect getaway to anyone who wants to experience a variety of bio diversity in a short period of time. From sandy beaches, Lush tea plantations & waterfalls, , jaw-dropping wildlife, historical monuments & temples to misty mountain tops Sri Lanka is blessed with a vast natural pearls. With such a wealth of attractions, figuring out where to go in Sri Lanka can be quite a task, although its relatively small size means you can fit a lot into a single trip.
• Enjoy personalized attention on a private tour
• Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-offs
• Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a travel guide driver
• Accommodation included
Itinerary
Day 1: Negombo/Colombo – Galle
Stop At: Madu River, Nilwala River Safari, Bridge View, Custom Road, Balapitiya , Sri Lanka 941906362 Call And Contact, Balapitiya 80550 Sri Lanka
Take a magical speed-boat ride down the beautiful Madu River, a wetland estuary spreading over 900 hectares of which 770 hectares is covered with water and inhabited with 64 islands. The boat ride is a wonderful way to take a closer look at this complex wetland ecosystem; a world heritage site protected by the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands being one of the last wetlands in Sri Lanka to contain a pristine mangrove forest. Journey past massive mangrove forests, glide under the canopy of the forest tunnels as they curve playfully towards the watercourse. Take in the unique biodiversity of the Madu River and its surrounding islands that boasts of hundreds of birds, plants, fish and animals.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Galle Fort Lighthouse, Rampart Street Galle Fort, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka
The lighthouse is also known as Point de Galle Light. Built in 1848, it is the oldest light station of Sri Lanka. The lighthouse is 26.5 meters high and is located within the Galle Fort. Its exact location is about 6 meters above the road level on the ramparts, at a place known as the Point Utrecht Bastion. This location gives a full view of all ships entering the Galle Harbor. The Galle Lighthouse is a UNESCO world heritage site and is a well-known tourist attraction in Galle. The lighthouse was first lit in the year 1939. The cylindrical lighthouse tower with a balcony and lantern is built using concrete and stone.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Galle Fort, Church Street, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka
The story of the Galle Dutch Fort; a UNESCO World Heritage Site reverberates through every traveller’s photos and captions. Initially built by the Portuguese in the 16th century during their conquests, the fort was later fortified and conquered by the Dutch in the 17th century, until it later fell to the might of the British. The old town of Galle was once used as a trading port for spices and other goods for over 200 years. However, today, the fort has been transformed into a place of history, romance and beauty where travelers are warmly welcomed to dive head first into the exotic stories and be a part of this heritage site.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Jungle Beach, Unawatuna 80600 Sri Lanka
Beach Jungle beach is not only attraction, but also a great place to stay. It is a small beach hidden in the jungle a couple of kilometers from Unawatuna. Unfortunately, today it is impossible to say that this is a secret and little-known deserted beach, but once it was. Now in nice weather, it attracts a lot of tourists, and the path to the beach through the jungle never heals. Jungle Beach consists of two small beaches Dina 50 and 100 meters, most vacationers filled the smaller man. From the larger beach, it is separated by 100 meters of rocky area that is easy to overcome, so if you want to be in a more secluded location, we suggest you walk 100 meters, but in any case not swim, and shore.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Japanese Peace Pagoda, Rumassala, Unawatuna 80600 Sri Lanka
Looking across the water from Galle Fort in Sri Lanka, this Buddhist shrine resembles a giant marshmallow rising out of the rainforest. Built with the help of Japanese monks, the peace pagoda on Rumasalla Hill is one of three Buddhist stupas in Sri Lanka. Stupas are monuments that serve as beacons of peace for people of all nationalities and creeds, and the clean, rounded design of the Unawatuna pagoda exemplifies this. Visitors can walk or drive the shaded path to the Peace Pagoda and they will be rewarded with a towering, white bell-like structure surrounded by gold-painted statues. Sets of steps also lead to a walkway encircling the shrine which offers a 360-degree view of the jungle and bay.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight Stay in a 3 Star hotel in Galle
Day 2: Galle –Mirissa – Dickwella – Tangalle
Stop At: Parrot Rock Bridge, Mirissa Sri Lanka
Parrot rock is a small island along the Mirissa Beach. The beach is incredibly easy to access and gives you a stunning view of the beach. The place is built with a very relaxing ambience that helps you take your mind away from work and stress. On first glance, the rock looks like something out of a Harry Potter movie. It’s a weird, magical looking land mass cropping out of calm bright blue Mirissa waves. Come early in the morning to enjoy with the low tides and the amazing morning sea breeze!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Coconut Tree Hill, Mirissa Sri Lanka
Having made its way to almost every traveller’s Instagram profile when they visit Mirissa, the Coconut Tree Hill is a must-do when you’re in Mirissa. The Coconut Tree Hill is a private coconut estate with a nearby temple set on a high cliff overlooking the glistening waters of the Indian Ocean and the untouched stretch of golden beach. A short, exciting trek from the base to the summit of the hill or ‘dome’ takes you about 10 minutes through the coconut estate before you’re left in awe at the most stunning view of Mirissa and its golden coast. The Coconut Tree Hill is definitely one to add to your bucket list in Sri Lanka as it’s the perfect place to watch a bold, island. The dome shaped hill is picturesque with its towering, symmetrical coconut trees against a blue sky that blends well with the sea, provides the ideal spot for your travel pictures!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Hummanaya Blow Hole, Kudawella, Tangalle Sri Lanka
Known to be the second largest in the world and the largest in Sri Lanka alone, discover the Hummanaya Blow Hole while you explore the southern coast! Enjoy scenic views of the beautiful blue coast as you trek along the pathway leading to the attraction. After the main entrance and ticket counter, trek through rugged terrain before reaching this natural attraction. The blow hole attracts tourists from around the world to witness its magnificence. The Hummanaya Blow Hole is a natural wonder that sprays a jet of sea water into the air between two giant rocks; sometimes reaching heights of over 80 – 100 feet.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Hill of Mulkirigala, Sri Lanka
Mulkirigala temples are an ancient group of Buddhist temples in Mulkirigala town, near Tangalle, in Hambantota district of Southern Province, Sri Lanka. These temples are built on a 205 metres high natural rock and have four other rock hills in the vicinity, namely Benagala, Kondagala, Bisogala and Seelawathiegala. The rock temples are amidst lush green coconut plantations. This site has been officially recognized as an archaeological site in Sri Lanka, by UNESCO. Mulkirigala rock temples in Tangalle are known by different names, such as Mulkirigala Raja Maha Vihara, Mulgirigala Vihara, Muvathitigala Vihara Little Sigiriya, etc., as given by various sects of Buddhists, priests and some by ancient locals and learned men.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Hiriketiya Beach, Matara Sri Lanka
Hiriketiya beach, popularly known as Hiri beach, is near Dickwella town, 20 minutes from Tangalle in Hambantota district, on the southern coast of Sri Lanka. Hiriketiya beach is a recently discovered cove, with soft, pale yellow sand along sparkling blue water. The circumference of the bay typically has tall, skinny palm trees. Although away from the main road, this beach is quite a busy one. The waves of the bay are gentle and safe. A rocky mouth guards the bay. Locals and tourists frequently visit it because of its aesthetic serenity and cold weather all around the year. The horseshoe bay looks ravishing during the sunset.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight Stay in a 3 Star hotel in Tangalle
Day 3: Tangalle – Yala
Stop At: Yala National Park, Yala National Park
Get out in the wild and enjoy the greatest safari experience in Sri Lanka. Yala is one of the most popular wildlife national parks of Sri Lanka and is known to have the highest densities of wildlife in the country. You can experience a variety of animals and be awed by their daily routines. Yala National Park’s Block 1, on the western side of the park, the only one of all five blocks open to the visitors, has recorded the highest density of leopards among the leopard populations scattered in the wildlife parks of Sri Lanka. A total of 32 species of mammals have been recorded. The threatened species include sloth, Leopard, elephant, water buffalo, Wild boar, spotted deer, sambar and golden jackal .This blend with nature is given to you by the finest safari destination in Sri Lanka along with the best safari jeep tours.
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight Stay in a 3 Star Hotel in Yala
Day 4: Yala – Ella
Stop At: Ravana Ella Falls, Ella-Wellawaya Road, Ella 90090 Sri Lanka
The awe-inspiring Ravana Falls in Ella, Sri Lanka is one of the most popular waterfalls in the region and not to be missed during your visit. In the misty mountains of tropical Sri Lanka, the wide Ravana falls gushes down a height of 82 feet falling from an oval concave rock. Ravana Falls is a 3-tier cascading waterfall that gushes down a rock face, creating rock pools along its path. If you love water and wanna have some splash time, enjoying some hours in the water fall, then this is the place in Ella.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Little Adam’s Peak, Passara Road, Ella 90090 Sri Lanka
Don’t defiance the beautiful tourism site in Sri Lanka, Little Adams Peak whether considering the word ‘Little’,it is named after the sacred Adams Peak (Sri Pada –where the foot print of Lord Buddha is preserved) regarding the similarity between the two mountains. Therefore the mountain was called as Little Adams Peak.“Punchi Sri Pada” is another name for this peak. It is 1141 m in height. Little Adam’s Peak attracts many travelers who come to Sri Lanka. Gradually with an easy hike up to the mountain of Little Adams Peak you can consummation a worth panoramic view. You have to walk through lush green tea plantations, waterfalls and paddy fields while enjoying the sceneries.
Duration: 4 hours
Pass By: Ella, Ella, Uva Province
Flying Ravana Adventure Park is one of a kind experience available in Sri Lanka, located amidst the luscious green estates of Ella. Completed with its pride, the Sri Lanka’s first ever Mega zip-line.The two-wire zip-line stretches for more than half a kilometer, slides at 80kmph and offers a bird’s-eye view of the beautiful hills of the island.The adventure park is exclusively designed for adventure enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies who prefer a not so ordinary hillside experience, offering ATV/quad bike rides, Abseiling, Archery and Air rifling for a gripping outdoor experience.Flying Ravana is truly, Ella in all its glory
Stop At: Ravana’s Cave, Wellawaya road Nature Exploration and conservation Society ,#37/2,kekunahena,opatha,Galle, Ella 90090 Sri Lanka
The cave can be seen when ravelling from Ella on the Wellawaya road, a small sign board marks the turn off to the Sita Cave, considered to be the abode of the princess in the Ramayana. The legend of the epic battle between Rama and Ravana goes that the Lankan King took his royal captive and fled to the Uva region from his capital of Ravana Kotte believed to be somewhere near modern day Nuwara Eliya, when Rama invaded the island along with his army. Here, it is said that Princess Sita was kept captive in a cave. Therefore these Ravana Cave site is one of the very important Ramayana proof in Sri Lanka. Today that cave could be visited after a short hike of around 500 meters.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight Stay in a 3 Star Hotel in Ella
Day 5: Ella – Negombo/Colombo
Stop At: Uva Province, Uva Province
The Uva Halpewaththa Tea Factory, 5km north of Ella, runs some of the better tea plantation tours in Sri Lanka. After you’ve enriched yourself with knowledge, treat your taste buds by trying samples of the estate’s different teas. There’s also a small shop selling leaves and tea-related paraphernalia. Tours take place throughout the day, but the frequency of tours varies slightly depending on the kind of tea being processed. We pride ourselves of being one of the best tea manufacturers in Sri Lankan and awarded for being one of the largest producers of Ceylon tea. Surrounded by lush green tea fields, the factory offers a number of activities, from trekking through lush green tea gardens, tea picking, learning tea manufacturing process to finally savouring your own cuppa to complete the tea journey
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Nine Arches Bridge, Ella Sri Lanka
Built at 3100m above sea level, among the craggy peaks of the Central Highlands; the Nine Arches forms a viaduct between the Demodara and Ella Railway stations. Built entirely out of brick, rock and cement; without a single piece of steel; the bridge has stood solid from 1921, its time of creation. According to history, the bridge was built by the locals using such materials; when the construction came to a standstill from the lack of steel caused by World War I. But, in addition to this history; lore abounds the creation of the bridge.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Demodara Loop, Demodara, Ella 90090 Sri Lanka
Demodara Loop the spiral railway is recognized as one of the most fascinating civil engineering marvels in Sri Lanka. Popularly known as ‘Demodara loop’, the spiral railway is recognised as one of the most fascinating colonial railway civil engineering marvels in Sri Lanka.Demodara loop, which is en-route to Badulla, is a masterpiece created by the father of hydro-electric power in Sri Lanka, Mr D. J. Wimalasurendra who brought up the concept of designing the railway loop that winds its way around breath-taking mountains and through tunnels that match the elevation on both sides.
Duration: 1 hour
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
