12 Days — Adventure in Sri Lanka

Begin your Sri Lanka adventure with a warm welcome at Bandaranaike International Airport before travelling to Negombo, approximately 20 minutes from the airport. Later, visit a traditional fishing village and enjoy a Negombo Lagoon boat ride. The rest of the day is free to relax and prepare for the adventure ahead.

Overnight stay: Negombo

After breakfast, travel from Negombo towards Sigiriya in approximately 3.5 hours. Along the way, visit Dambulla Cave Temple. After arriving in Sigiriya, relax before an optional Pidurangala Rock sunset experience.

Overnight stay: Sigiriya

Begin the day with a climb of Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Continue with a traditional village experience and cooking demonstration. Later, head out on a wildlife safari at Minneriya National Park, Kaudulla National Park or Hurulu Eco Park, depending on seasonal conditions.

Overnight stay: Sigiriya

After breakfast, continue towards Kandy in approximately 3 hours. Visit a spice and herbal garden and the historic Matale Hindu Temple. In the evening, visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, followed by a Kandy cultural dance show.

Overnight stay: Kandy

Today begins with panoramic views from Kandy View Point before continuing into the central highlands. You can also visit a gem museum and workshop. For an adrenaline-filled experience, white water rafting in Kitulgala can be arranged as an optional activity. Continue through scenic tea country and views of Castlereagh Reservoir before reaching Nallathanniya. The total journey takes approximately 3.5 hours, excluding activity stops.

Overnight stay: Nallathanniya

For travellers visiting during the appropriate season, begin the day with the optional Adam's Peak hike. After the hike or a relaxed morning, continue towards Nuwara Eliya in approximately 2.5 hours. Visit a tea plantation and factory, then Gregory Lake, and explore the cool surroundings of Nuwara Eliya.

Overnight stay: Nuwara Eliya

After breakfast, enjoy an optional hike to Lovers Leap Waterfall. Later, take the scenic train ride to Ella, approximately 2 hours depending on the schedule. After arriving in Ella, visit the famous Nine Arches Bridge before free time in the mountains.

Overnight stay: Ella

Spend the day exploring the adventurous side of Ella. Start with a hike to Little Adam's Peak. Adventure enthusiasts can choose the Flying Ravana Mega Zipline or an Ella Rock hiking trail, depending on fitness, weather and time. Later, explore Ella town or relax at a scenic cafe.

Overnight stay: Ella

After breakfast, leave the hill country and travel towards Yala in approximately 2.5 hours, stopping at Ravana Waterfall. Enjoy a Yala National Park safari by jeep, then return to your hotel.

Overnight stay: Yala

After breakfast, continue from Yala towards Mirissa in approximately 2.5 hours. Spend the afternoon relaxing on Mirissa Beach. In the evening, visit Coconut Tree Hill Viewpoint around sunset.

Overnight stay: Mirissa

Enjoy a relaxed but activity-filled day on the southern coastline. During the appropriate season, join an optional whale-watching excursion. Adventure enthusiasts can also try surfing lessons at Weligama Beach or optional snorkeling depending on sea conditions.

Overnight stay: Mirissa

After breakfast, begin your final journey towards Galle, approximately 1 hour from Mirissa. Depending on your departure time, visit a sea turtle hatchery before exploring Galle Dutch Fort. Finally, continue to Bandaranaike International Airport, approximately 2.5 hours depending on traffic and your flight time.