Sri Lanka Eco Adventure Tour
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Sri Lanka Eco Adventure Tour

Ten low-impact days through rainforest, wetlands, tea country and turtle coast.

Duration
9 Nights / 10 Days
Stops
10 places
Group
2–8 guests
Rated
4.9 (64)
Overview

An unforgettable route across the island

An eco-focused island loop built around nature rather than checklists — lagoon and mangrove safaris, Knuckles rainforest trekking, village farms, tea estates, a Yala jeep safari, whales off Mirissa and turtle conservation on the west coast.

Muthurajawela Marsh and Negombo Lagoon boat safari
Knuckles Forest trekking, waterfalls and bird watching
Madu River mangrove safari and Kosgoda turtle hatchery
Whale and dolphin watching off Mirissa (seasonal)
Day by day

Your itinerary

10 thoughtfully paced days across Sri Lanka.

Route map

Where you'll travel

  1. 1
    Day 1
    Katunataka Airport (CMB)
  2. 2
    Day 1–2
    Negombo
  3. 3
    Day 2–3
    Sigiriya
  4. 4
    Day 3–4
    Knuckles
  5. 5
    Day 4–5
    Kandy
  6. 6
    Day 5–6
    Nuwara Eliya
  7. 7
    Day 6–7
    Ella
  8. 8
    Day 7–8
    Yala
  9. 9
    Day 8–9
    Mirissa
  10. 10
    Day 9
    Balapitiya
  11. 11
    Day 9–10
    Bentota
  12. 12
    Day 10
    Katunataka Airport (CMB)
  1. 1
    Day 1· Airport → Negombo

    Arrival in Negombo

    Airport meet and greet, private transfer and an easy first evening on the lagoon.

    Negombo BeachMuthurajawela Marsh or lagoon boat safariWelcome seafood dinner
    Meals: DinnerStay: Eco hotel · Negombo
  2. 2
    Day 2· Negombo → Sigiriya

    Heritage Meets Nature

    Climb Lion Rock, then slow down for a traditional village day of farms, gardens and home cooking.

    Sigiriya Rock FortressBullock cart & catamaran rideVillage lunch and local farms
    Meals: Breakfast, LunchStay: Jungle lodge · Sigiriya
  3. 3
    Day 3· Sigiriya → Knuckles

    Knuckles Mountain Range

    A full rainforest day — guided trekking, waterfalls and wildlife with a picnic in the forest.

    Guided Knuckles trekWaterfallsBird watching & wildlife spotting
    Meals: Breakfast, LunchStay: Eco lodge · Knuckles
  4. 4
    Day 4· Knuckles → Kandy

    Culture & Nature in Kandy

    The sacred hill capital, its city forest reserve and the great botanical gardens.

    Temple of the ToothUdawattakele Forest ReserveRoyal Botanical Garden & cultural dance
    Meals: BreakfastStay: Heritage hotel · Kandy
  5. 5
    Day 5· Kandy → Nuwara Eliya

    Tea Country Experience

    Ride the scenic highland train, then walk the estates and taste single-origin tea at the source.

    Scenic train journeyTea plantation & factory tourGregory Lake and evening nature walk
    Meals: BreakfastStay: Colonial estate · Nuwara Eliya
  6. 6
    Day 6· Nuwara Eliya → Ella

    Adventure & Scenic Beauty

    Ella's classic walks and waterfalls, with an optional zip line for the brave.

    Nine Arches BridgeLittle Adam's Peak hikeRavana Falls & tea plantation
    Meals: BreakfastStay: Cliffside cabin · Ella
  7. 7
    Day 7· Ella → Yala

    Yala Wildlife Safari

    Morning transfer to leopard country and an afternoon jeep safari in the dry-zone scrub.

    Afternoon jeep safariLeopards, elephants and sloth bearsCrocodiles, deer and exotic birds
    Meals: Breakfast, DinnerStay: Tented camp · Yala
  8. 8
    Day 8· Yala → Mirissa

    Ocean Eco Experience

    Out at dawn for whales and dolphins, then a slow beach day and a turtle conservation visit.

    Whale & dolphin watching (seasonal)Turtle conservation projectSunset on Mirissa Beach
    Meals: BreakfastStay: Beach hotel · Mirissa
  9. 9
    Day 9· Mirissa → Balapitiya → Bentota

    Mangroves & Wetlands

    A Madu River mangrove safari, temple island and turtle hatchery before sunset on Bentota beach.

    Madu River mangrove boat safari & optional kayakingKothduwa Temple Island and bird watchingKosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Centre
    Meals: BreakfastStay: Beach resort · Bentota
  10. 10
    Day 10· Bentota → Katunataka → Airport

    Katunataka Eco Experience & Departure

    A final wetland walk in the city, optional eco café and shopping, then your airport transfer.

    Diyasaru Park or Beddagana Wetland ParkGuided nature walk & bird watchingOptional eco café and shopping
    Meals: Breakfast
What's included

Everything, sorted

  • 9 nights eco lodges & sustainable hotels
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle & chauffeur-guide
  • Daily breakfast
  • Boat safaris, Yala jeep safari & entrance fees
Not included

A few extras

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Optional activities (zip line, kayaking)
  • Personal expenses
Ready when you are

Let's plan your Sri Lanka Eco Adventure Tour

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