Island Adventures

16 Days / 15 Nights of Thrills, Nature, and Discovery

Tour itinerary-summary

Get ready to experience the thrill of adventure on the tropical island of Sri Lanka! The Island Adventures tour is crafted for travellers who crave energy, exploration, and once-in-a-lifetime memories. From mist-covered mountains to sun-drenched beaches, this journey captures the island's most exhilarating landscapes, waterfalls, jungles, rivers, and reefs. Enjoy white-water rafting in Kitulgala, zip-line across lush valleys in Ella, hike tea-covered hills, and snorkel in turquoise waters on the south coast. Along the way, uncover ancient caves, spot wildlife in national parks, and immerse yourself in Sri Lanka's culture and cuisine. It's the perfect blend of adrenaline and authenticity, designed for those who live for the next adventure.

Inclusions

15 nights 4-5 star accommodation in luxury and boutique hotels (breakfast included)
Private air-conditioned transport with chauffeur-guide in luxury vehicle
Airport pick up and drop off
Entrance fees and activities as specified in itinerary
Select lunch and dinners as specified
1L of bottled water per traveler, per day
Tour souvenir and gift
24/7 concierge and on-ground support

Exclusions

Lunch and dinner (unless specified in itinerary)
Tips (not mandatory)
All personal expenses
Air ticket
Travel insurance

Stays: Colombo 1 Night, Kitulgala 1 Night, Kandy 2 Nights, Nuwara Eliya 2 Nights, Ella 2 Nights, Yala 1 Night, Mirissa 2 Nights, Bentota 3 Nights, Colombo 1 Night

Itinerary

Arrival in Sri Lanka

Stay: Colombo

Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport and transfer to your boutique hotel in Colombo. Unwind from your journey and enjoy an optional evening city tour and indulge in a buffet dinner at the Kingsbury Hotel.

Activities

Arrival and Airport welcome
Transfer to Hotel and unwind
Explore Colombo city (Optional)
Buffet dinner at The Kingsbury Hotel

Kitulgala – White-Water Rafting & Rainforest Trails

Stay: Kitulgala

After breakfast, travel inland to Kitulgala, the island's adventure capital. This lush rainforest region is perfect for adrenaline seekers, take on the Kelani River in a thrilling white-water rafting session with Class II–III rapids, then enjoy canyoning or waterfall abseiling for a true jungle rush. Spend the evening at your riverside lodge, surrounded by the sound of flowing water and tropical forest.

Activities

White-water rafting session
Canyoning (Optional)
Waterfall abseiling (Optional)

Kandy – The Heart of Culture and Calm

Stay: Kandy

Travel to Kandy, the cultural capital surrounded by emerald hills. Visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth, stroll through the Royal Botanical Gardens, and enjoy a sunset walk around Kandy Lake. In the evening enjoy a traditional Cultural Dance performance.

Activities

Visit Dambulla Cave temple
Transfer to Kandy
Visit Temple of Tooth
Check into hotel
Enjoy Cultural Dance show

Kandy - Culture and Calm

Stay: Kandy

Today stretch your legs with a short hike in the Knuckles Mountain Range, a UNESCO-listed biosphere with panoramic trails and remote villages. Visit the botanical gardens, often considered to be the best in Asia, renowned for its beautiful collection of orchards and vast array of endemic flora and fauna. Afterwards visit the spice garden where you can explore the world of Ayurvedic herbs and spices. Enjoy a relaxed evening, with a sip of tea on your terrace or enjoy live music by the lake.

Activities

Hike in Knuckles Mountain Range
Visit the botanical gardens
Visit the spice garden

Nuwara Eliya, Tea Country Romance

Stay: Nuwara Eliya

Journey by scenic train ride from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya, often called Little England. Enjoy breathtaking views of rolling tea plantations, waterfalls, and misty peaks. After your train journey continue to visit a local tea factory, where you will get to explore a working tea factory and indulge in a tea picking and tea tasting experience, where you will also have the opportunity to craft your very own tea to taste and take home.

Activities

Scenic train ride from Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
Tea factory and plantation tour
Check into resort

Horton Plains and High Tea Indulgence

Stay: Nuwara Eliya

Today venture out to explore Horton Plains National Park, home to the famous World's End cliff and Baker's Falls. In the Afternoon explore Gregory lake, enjoy a horse riding experience and boat ride or take a leisurely stroll around the lake. Finish off with a town tour, and high tea. In the evening, return to your cozy boutique retreat for a warm meal and breathtaking views over the misty tea fields.

Activities

Horton plains national park
World's End and Baker's Falls
Gregory lake
Horse ride and/or boat ride
Town tour
High tea

Ella - Zip Lines, Valleys, and Waterfalls

Stay: 98 Acres Resort & Spa

Today travel south to Ella, the island's adventure hub surrounded by emerald hills. Try the exhilarating Flying Ravana Zip Line and visit the picturesque Nine Arches Bridge. Take a guided waterfall trail to Ravana Falls or simply relax with a coffee overlooking the valley. Evenings are perfect for dining under the stars or visiting local cafés with live acoustic music.

Activities

Visit Nine Arch bridge
Snap a picture on the Ella Swing (Optional)
Visit scenic view points
Ravana Zipline

Ella - A Relaxed Day to Unwind

Stay: 98 Acres Resort & Spa

Enjoy today as you please! Relax by the pool, indulge in a spa treatment or see the sights, the choice is yours.

Activities (Optional)

Visit Lipton tea viewpoint
Hike Little Adams Peak
Explore scenery and waterfalls
Indulge in a spa treatment

Yala - Safari Adventure

Stay: Yala

Today we get an early start as we continue southeast to Yala National Park, Sri Lanka's ultimate wildlife playground. Go on dawn and dusk jeep safaris in search of leopards, elephants, and sloth bears, accompanied by expert naturalists. Between safaris, relax at your luxury camp or take a short, guided bush walk to learn about local flora and fauna. Indulge in a picnic lunch and end the day with sunset drinks at your luxury Resort.

Activities

Transfer to Yala
Enjoy Private Safari experience and picnic lunch
Guided bush walk (optional)
Dusk safari (optional)
Relax and unwind in your resort

Mirissa - Ocean Adventures & Coastal Bliss

Stay: Mirissa

After your safari adventures, check out from your hotel and continue along the southern coastline to Mirissa, a tropical beach paradise. Spend your day surfing or snorkeling, for a softer pace, explore nearby Weligama Bay, or take a sunset cruise along the coast. Visit Coconut tree hill a famous attraction for its coconut tree covered hill with panoramic views. In the evening, dine at a beachfront restaurant and watch as the waves roll in, the perfect mix of thrill and tranquility.

Activities

Visit Coconut tree hill
Check in to resort
Take a surf lesson (optional)
Snorkel
Sunset Cruise (optional)

Relax and Unwind

Stay: Mirissa

Spend today at your leisure, relax by the beach, enjoy the views and sip cocktails by the pool.

Activities (optional)

Snorkeling
Whale watching excursion (seasonal)
Tuk tuk tour
Cooking class

Bentota - Visit the Turtle Hatchery

Stay: Bentota

Travel north along the coast to Bentota. Along the way make a stop in Galle, take a tour of the town including visiting the light house, Galle fort and museum. Continue along the coast and make a second stop in Hikkaduwa to visit the turtle sanctuary and enjoy a traditional lunch by the beach. Finally arrive in Bentota, check into your resort and spend the rest of the day at your leisure.

Activities

Stop in Galle, enjoy town tour, visiting Galle fort, Museum and light house
Stop in Hikkaduwa, Visit turtle Sanctuary and enjoy traditional lunch by the beach
Arrive and check into hotel in Bentota
Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure

Bentota - Relax and Unwind

Stay: Bentota

Spend today at your leisure, relax by the beach, enjoy the views and sip cocktails by the pool.

Activities (Optional)

Take a mangrove river safari along the Bentota River
Jet skiing or banana boat rides

Bentota - Enjoy Final Day at Your Leisure

Stay: Bentota

Enjoy a relaxed morning, indulge in a spa treatment or simply relax by the beach, the day is yours! End the evening with a private farewell dinner by the beach.

Activities (Optional)

Water Sports
Boat excursion
Private Farewell dinner by the beach

At Leisure

Stay: Colombo

After breakfast, enjoy the last moments in Bentota before transferring to Colombo for your final night. Explore Colombo during the day and enjoy the city lights in the evening. Indulge in a seafood dinner at the Ministry of Crab and after enjoy drinks by the bar for your final night in Sri Lanka.

Activities

Transfer to Colombo
Scenic city tour
Seafood dinner at Ministry of Crab

Transfer to Airport

Departure Day

Transfer back to the airport for your flight home. Depart with a heart full of memories, mountains climbed, waves conquered, and moments that define true adventure.