COLOMBO
The pick of Colombo and the island beyond it.
The 15 safari tours travellers book most from Colombo, with what each one includes, who runs it and what you pay to lock it in.
Private Udawalawe elephant safari in a 4x4 with an expert guide. See herds, crocodiles, and endemic birds plus hotel pickup.
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Early start, Dambulla murals, Sigiriya’s 1,200 steps, and an optional jeep safari for elephants and village food near Colombo.
A private tuk-tuk city loop through Colombo’s temples, markets, colonial landmarks, and sea breezes, with tea tasting and pickup included.
Private tuk-tuk safari in Colombo with temple visits, Pettah Market drive, tea and spice stops, and a beachfront Sri Lankan lunch.
“We had a great experience with Pradeep. He is very knowledgeable on the sights you visit, and is also a very competent driver. He also speaks good English. Don’t run the risk of getting a Tuk Tuk from the port as there are many scammers waiting to take advantage of tourists. A great company that…”
Private day trip from Colombo to Sigiriya, Dambulla caves, and Minneriya safari with hotel pickup, comfort, and wild elephants.
“Our guide showed up on time but didn’t know what he was doing. Did not have water bottles as advertised and wasn’t even planning on returning us to our hotel! Guide blamed his friend that asked him to cover for him the night before. I would not use this tour operator.”
Small-group day from Colombo to UNESCO Dambulla caves and Sigiriya Rock, with early pickup, coffee stops, and optional safari.
“What a mind-blowing tour! From visiting caves, to climbing Sigiriya and seeing baby elephants during the safari tour - I had such a great time exploring Sri Lanka with this company.”
All-inclusive Wilpattu National Park jeep safari from Negombo/Waikkal with early pickup, park fees, meals, and guided wildlife spotting.
“We had an amazing day in Wilpattu Park! We had arranged pickup from Sigiriya which went super smoothly and our driver was very friendly and had a calm driving style.”
Private Yala safari with hotel pickup, a 4-hour jeep game drive, and lunch included, plus entry fees. Morning or evening options.
Private tuk tuk safari in Colombo with Blaze: temples, Pettah markets, lighthouse views, and ocean parks. Pickup, mostly free sights. $33 pp.
“Fantastic trip with Blaze enjoyed every minute. Really great guide so proud of Sri Lanka and full of knowledge on history and culture. Here with a mate for cricket we loved the tour highly recommend Blaze😊”
A 7-day private tour through Sri Lanka’s classics: Negombo, Sigiriya, Minneriya safari, Kandy, tea country, Galle Fort, and Colombo.
“Thank you so much Mr Madhu! The service provided by you was excellent quality and you were fantastic in responding promptly to all our questions. Madhu is very professional, friendly, courteous and his English were very clear and responsiRead more”
Guided Wilpattu safari from Negombo with jeep hire and an English guide, plus a lunch stop. Park entry and food are extra.
One-day Yala Jeep safari from Colombo/Bentota/Kalutara/Ahungalla. Hunt for leopards, elephants, birds, and more with hotel transfers.
Udawalawe safari from Hambantota Port with elephant sightings, great birdlife, and an Elephant Transit Home stop, plus easy pickup.
Private day trip from Colombo/Negombo to Sigiriya, Dambulla and Minneriya with hotel pickup, AC car, and an elephant safari option.
“This turned out, after starting pretty nonchalantly, to be a most amazing and epic journey. The high point was our jeep safari in Hurulu, where we encountered a small elephant herd, with a tusker at very close range. The drive-thru through tRead more”
Full-day tour from Colombo or Negombo to Sigiriya Lion Rock and Dambulla Caves, with spice garden, village lunch, and wild jeep safari.
The capital, the coast at Negombo and every day trip the island opens up from here.
