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Famous for their expert local guides that help ease unknowns of adventure travel while bringing a unique richness and spontaneity to each trip.
Why we love this operator
They travel to places beyond the typical tourist locations and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” travelers want.
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Sri Lanka
Cycle Sri Lanka
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star

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Colombo, Dambulla, Kandy, Negombo, Nuwara Eliya, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Yala, Yala National Park

Highlights

  • Discover natural beauty and local life on this cycling adventure of Sri Lanka
  • Ride the backroads through ancient temples and the central highlands to the beach
  • Search for elephant and leopard on optional 4WD game drives

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Cultural, Cycling & Biking

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Sri Lanka in Depth + Maldive Dhoni Cruise
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Colombo, Dambulla, Ella, Kandy, Negombo, Nuwara Eliya, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Tangalle, Udawalawe, Yala, Yala National Park

Highlights

  • Explore Sri Lanka's many highlights before a stunning 6-day Maldives cruise
  • Discover the Sri Lanka's ancient cities and wildlife-filled national parks
  • Snorkel through turquoise waters and idyllic atolls from our Maldives Dhoni vessel

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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Active Sri Lanka
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Colombo, Hikkaduwa, Kandy, Kelani River, Matale, Minneriya National Park, Negombo, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya

Highlights

  • Get active in Sri Lanka as you hike, bike and paddle your way around this beautiful island
  • Search for leopard, elephant and birdlife on jeep safaris in National Parks
  • Relax at the end on Hikkaduwa's pristine beaches

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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Why we love Explore!

They travel to places beyond the typical tourist locations and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” travelers want.

Sri Lanka in Depth
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Colombo, Dambulla, Ella, Kandy, Negombo, Nuwara Eliya, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Tangalle, Udawalawe, Yala, Yala National Park

Highlights

  • Explore Sri Lanka's many highlights at a relaxed pace on this two week adventure
  • Discover a mix of ancient cities, gilded Buddhist temples and lush mountain landscapes
  • 4WD jeep safaris in search of leopard, elephant and birdlife in National Parks

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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Highlights of Sri Lanka
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Colombo, Dambulla, Kandy, Negombo, Sigiriya, Yala, Yala National Park

Highlights

  • Explore Sri Lanka's Buddhist Temples and sacred sites
  • Search for leopards on a jeep safari
  • Relax on the beautiful beaches of the west coast

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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Walking in Sri Lanka
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Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Colombo, Dambulla, Kandy, Negombo, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya

Highlights

  • Discover the beauty of Sri Lanka and diversity of landscapes on this walking trip
  • Hike through jungle, tea plantations and join pilgrims on an ascent of Adam's Peak
  • See Colombo's colonial heritage on a walking tour of the capital

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Trekking & Expeditions

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Highlights of Sri Lanka + Maldive Dhoni Cruise
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Colombo, Dambulla, Kandy, Negombo, Sigiriya, Yala, Yala National Park

Highlights

  • Combine a week exploring Sri Lanka with a Maldives cruise through turquoise waters
  • Discover Sri Lanka's ancient kingdoms, Buddhist temples, natural beauty and wildlife
  • Stunning snorkeling with abundant marine life on a Maldives Dhoni cruise

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Cultural, Hiking & Walking

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Family Highlights of Sri Lanka
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Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Bath, Colombo, Ella, Hikkaduwa, Kandy, Kelani River, Kitulgala, Negombo, Nuwara Eliya, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya

Highlights

  • Get active white water rafting and exploring Sri Lanka's Buddhist Temples
  • Search for leopards on a jeep safari
  • Relax on the beautiful beaches of the west coast

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