Colombo Tours, Tickets, & Activities

Spot elephants at Udawalawe National Park on this full-day tour from Colombo. Depart from your hotel in a private vehicle and make your way to Udawalawe. Accompanied by a guide, ride a jeep through the national park and see the wide variety of wildlife that lives there, possibly including wild buffalo, spotted deer, crocodiles, and butterflies.

If you’re getting tired of cooking up your same old, go-to recipes in the kitchen, spice things up with this Withlocals curry-making virtual cooking class live from Colombo. You’ll learn the step-by-step process of how to make Sri Lankan curry live from a local. Plus, a real-time experience allows you to ask your instructor questions about the recipe and Sri Lankan culture, too.

This day trip from Colombo to World Heritage-listed Kandy takes you to many popular attractions in the region. Learn about Ayurvedic medicine at the New Paradise Spice and Herbal Garden in Mawanella, see the Temple of Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), and visit a batik factory and the Gem Museum. Lunch and round-trip transportation from your hotel or cruise port are included.

Escape for a day to the idyllic Negombo Lagoon on a private tour with your own personal guide. Visit the bustling fish market of Negombo where you can purchase fresh fish to supplement a provided seafood lunch. Explore the mangroves by boat, do some fishing, and watch traditional fishermen haul in their catch. You can participate in grilling your lunch before an island picnic, then take a catamaran ride through the canals of the lagoon. Includes hotel transport by boat or tuk-tuk.

Combine food tastings with sightseeing on a private 4-hour evening tour of Colombo by tuk-tuk. Climb into a comfortable, customized tuk-tuk with a private driver-guide, and delve into Colombo’s bustling streets to enjoy the sights, culinary delights, and city lights. Ride by famous landmarks, explore the hottest entertainment spots, and make food stops to sample local staples and snacks. Enjoy the alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks stowed inside your tuk-tuk cooler as you explore.

They are more friendly and reliable than all the other guides. We can visit a number of special religious and cultural sites and adjust the journey as you wish.

Visiting Galle from Colombo is made easy on this guided tour. Logistics are covered—your private guide picks you up at your hotel and brings you straight to top sights including a Buddhist temple in Bentota and the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Galle and its Fortifications. Because this is a private tour, you can ask your guide plenty of questions, too.

Get out of the city and explore Negombo Lagoon on a private tour. Set out from your Colombo hotel in an air-conditioned car or van with a private driver and head to the Negombo fish market. Set out on a boat tour of the Negombo Lagoon and enjoy refreshments onboard. Enjoy a fresh seafood lunch. Go on a driving tour of historical sights in Negombo and stroll on the beach.

For Sri Lankans, as for Italians, dining remains a ritual to be treasured. Immerse in the spicy delights of Sri Lankan cuisine, from market shopping to dining etiquette, during this hands-on private cooking course. Led by a professional chef in a charming villa, learn the tricks of authentic Sri Lankan home cooking, and feast on a 5-course lunch or dinner you’ve prepared yourself.

• pickup from Colombo port passenger terminal • Rubber plantation • Gem museum • Ceylon tea plantation • Tea plucking & Tea manufacturing   • Drop off at Colombo port passenger terminal.  

Get out of the city and go on an adrenaline-filled white water rafting adventure on this full-day tour from Colombo. Depart from your hotel and travel in an air-conditioned car or van with a driver to Kelani River. After a safety briefing from the instructors, hop in your white water raft head out on the water. Pause in Kithulgala for a traditional Sri Lankan lunch.

Travel from Colombo to Galle with ease by opting for a private guided tour. You won’t have to worry about booking transfers as hotel pickup and drop-off are included. Enjoy the company of a private guide who provides fascinating commentary along the way. Sights you'll visit include the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Galle and its fortifications, the Dutch Reformed Church, The National Maritime Museum, a Buddhist temple in Bentota, and much more.

Immerse yourself in the flora and fauna of Udawalawe National Park on this private tour from Colombo. Booking a private tour means you'll get the dedicated attention of your guide and the ability to move at your own pace; no rushing to keep up with a group. Enjoy a jeep safari through the national park to see the indigenous animals and plants that make this area so special.

Basing out of Colombo needn’t mean missing out on Sri Lanka’s wildlife delights. On this private door-to-door tour, experience a 4WD elephant safari in Uduwalawe National Park with its photogenic reservoir and mountain range. On your way back, stop in Ratnapura to see the historic temple of Maha Saman Devalaya and explore the gem museum. Please note: Tour excludes national park entrance fees and guide fees.

See the sunrise from Adam's Peak on this private adventure tour in Sri Lanka. With round-trip private transportation provided, the midnight arrival time is made easy; no rental cars or navigating in the dark. Your dedicated guide will ensure you can move at your own pace and ask plenty of questions.

Enjoy an active day away from the hustle and bustle of the city on a whitewater rafting tour along the Kelani River. Reach the rural start point easily with hassle-free transfer from your hotel, then paddle along five kilometers of rapids and falls under the professional supervision of your private guide. All necessary equipment, plus drop-off to selected hotels, comes included.

Experience two Sri Lanka highlights—UNESCO-protected Sigiriya and Minneriya National Park—without transport worries with this private day trip from Colombo or Negombo. Relax and admire the scenery as a driver-guide negotiates the roads, and after time to see Sigiriya’s rocktop ruins and frescoes, enjoy a safari at Minneriya to look for elephants and more. Lunch, entry fees, and hotel or Colombo airport hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Explore the capital of Sri Lanka on this tuk tuk tour that includes a private guide. Enjoy a completely customized itinerary that focuses on the things that interest you, accompanied by insightful guided commentary. This option is a great overview for first-time visitors or those short on time.

Visit all six World Heritage sites of Sri Lanka on this classic 7-night private tour, departing from Colombo. You’ll enjoy a balance of nature and culture with a customizable itinerary that includes a 4x4 wildlife safari in Yala National Park. Your own personal guide leads you to the UNESCO-listed cities of Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya and Kandy, with stops at Sri Dalada Maligawa (Temple of the Tooth), the Royal Botanical Gardens, and more. Daily breakfast plus private Colombo airport transfers are included. Please note, entrance fees at sites are at your own expense.

Leave the bustle of Colombo behind and journey to the coastal town of Wattala during this immersive, private cooking class. Make your own way to the home of your local guide, an experienced cook who’s mastered a wide array of Sri Lankan culinary traditions. Pick your preferred menu upon booking and, following a welcome drink, learn how to prepare four different authentic dishes. Finally, sit down to enjoy your feast at the end of class.

Getting to Udawalawe National Park from Colombo can be a challenge since the drive is about four hours long. Skip the stress of planning out your own way to the park with this Udawalawe National Park private safari tour. Travel from Colombo in an air-conditioned vehicle over to the park, and then go on an open-top safari ride in search of animals such as water buffalo, elephants, and monkeys.

Step aboard a tuk tuk—the preferred mode of travel for locals—to explore Colombo at sunset. Your private driver/guide will ferry you through the city streets, watching local life pass you by as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean. Snacks and refreshments are provided, as well as a full Sri Lankan dinner at a local restaurant.

This is a perfect choice for travelers interested in learning about the history of tea in Sri Lanka. Access rural landscapes without the need for car rental as hotel pickup, drop-off, and transfers are included. Visit the scenic Nuwara Eliya area, which is known for its mountains, waterfalls, and tea plantations. Highlights include a visit to Ramboda Falls, a tour of Gregory Lake Park, and a visit to a tea field and factory for a tea making experience.

Explore Colombo’s historical streets on two wheels on this private evening cycle tour. Pedal around illuminated squares, landmarks, and parks in the quieter atmosphere of dusk while learning about their history. View Independence Square and Gangaramaya Temple, check out lesser-known colonial-era sights, and visit Galle Face Green, the seafront green originally created by the island's Dutch rulers. Light snacks and refreshments, plus full cycling equipment included.