DAY 1 => Arrival in Colombo and Hotel Transfer
Ayubowan! Upon landing at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), you will receive a warm welcome and be transferred to the commercial capital, Colombo (approx. 35 mins drive). After checking into your hotel, you will embark on an evening city tour to discover this chic metropolitan's blend of cultures. Highlights include the sacred Gangaramaya Temple, the tranquil Seema Malakaya, and a drive past the Nelum Pokuna Theatre and Galle Face Green. An optional shopping experience at local boutiques like Odel is also available. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in Colombo.
Meals Included: Dinner.
DAY 2 => Pinnawala Elephants and the Sacred Temple of Kandy
After breakfast, check out of your Colombo hotel and drive to Pinnawala (approx. 2.5 hours). You will visit the renowned Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage to see the rescued herd in a semi-natural environment, a truly unforgettable experience. Afterward, transfer to Kandy, the cultural capital. Here, you will visit the profoundly sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, a UNESCO World Heritage Site housing the revered canine tooth of the Buddha. The evening concludes with a Kandy City Tour, including an opportunity to visit local gem shops, followed by dinner and an overnight stay in Kandy.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner.
DAY 3 => Transfer to Bentota – Sri Lanka's Water Sports Paradise
After breakfast, check out from your hotel in Kandy and begin your scenic private transfer to the beautiful south coast beach resort of Bentota (approx. 4.5 hours). Bentota is famous for having some of the best beaches on the West Coast, where the Bentota River meets the Indian Ocean. Upon arrival and check-in, the rest of the day is yours to relax on the golden sands and enjoy the peaceful seaside atmosphere. An optional array of exciting water sports is available for the adventurous traveler. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay near the beach.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner.
DAY 4 => Madhu Ganga Mangroves and Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery
Enjoy a relaxed morning at your hotel in Bentota. In the afternoon, your focus shifts to nature and conservation, starting with a visit to the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery. Established in 1981, this important conservation project safeguards local sea turtles from extinction and provides a unique opportunity to witness different species of turtles and learn about the efforts to protect them. Following this, you will embark on a fascinating boat ride along the Madhu Ganga River. This beautiful river zone is the country’s second-largest wetland, featuring a rich ecosystem of mangrove forests, two main islands, and nearly 30 islets, providing shelter for diverse flora and fauna. After a captivating afternoon, you will return to the hotel for leisure, dinner, and an overnight stay in Bentota.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner.
DAY 5 => Departure: Bentota to Airport Transfer
Enjoy your final Sri Lankan breakfast at the hotel. Following check-out, you will be transferred directly to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) (approx. 1 hour 35 minutes drive) to board your onward flight, concluding your memorable 5-day journey through the wonders of Sri Lanka.
Meals Included: Breakfast.