Madu River
Best for
Couples, Wildlife Enthusiasts
Duration
3N/4D
Season
December–March
Difficulty
Easy
Vibe
Wildlife, Safari
A Tibro Journey
Three nights on the south-west coast. The turtle hatchery and a boat through the Madu River mangroves at Bentota, then back to Colombo for the old quarter and the markets.
Enchanting Sri Lanka Bentota & Colombo is a 3N/4D wildlife & safari journey through Sri Lanka. Highlights include Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, Madhu River boat safari, Colombo city tour.
Signature Moments
Three Mornings You'll Remember
No. 01
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
No. 02
Madhu River boat safari
Madhu River boat safari
No. 03
Colombo city tour
Colombo city tour
No. 01
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
No. 02
Madhu River boat safari
Madhu River boat safari
No. 03
Colombo city tour
Colombo city tour
Day by Day
3N/4D, in order
Day 1
Colombo to Bentota
Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the hotel, then proceed on a scenic drive from Colombo to Bentota, a beautiful coastal town known for its golden beaches and serene atmosphere. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and unwind. Spend your evening at leisure. Relax at the hotel or take a peaceful stroll along the pristine Bentota Beach, where you can enjoy the stunning sunset and the soothing sound of the waves. Overnight stay in Bentota.
Day 2
Bentota City Tour, Turtle Hatchery & Madhu River Boat Safari
Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel, then set out for an exciting Bentota City Tour. Visit the Turtle Hatchery, a conservation center dedicated to protecting endangered sea turtles. Learn about their life cycle and witness baby turtles before they are released into the ocean. Next, embark on a scenic boat safari on the Madhu River, a two-hour journey through lush mangroves and small islands. Experience Sri Lanka’s rich biodiversity as you spot monitor lizards, monkeys, crocodiles, and exotic birds. Visit a Buddhist monastery on an islet, enjoy a unique fish pedicure, and discover the traditional cinnamon cultivation process. After an eventful day, return to the hotel for a relaxing evening. Overnight stay in Bentota.
Day 3
Bentota to Colombo – Sightseeing & Shopping
After breakfast, depart from Bentota to Colombo and check in at the hotel. Begin your Colombo sightseeing tour, exploring the city’s blend of modern and colonial architecture, vibrant streets, and cultural landmarks. Visit key attractions such as the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), Buddhist and Hindu temples, and historic colonial buildings. Continue with the city tour and shopping at popular spots like House of Fashion, Odel, Majestic City, and Noritake Ceramic Showroom. Overnight stay in Colombo.
Day 4
Departure
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight back home, taking with your wonderful memories of your trip. *** END OF TOUR ***
Where You'll Stay
Hand-Picked Hotels
Bentota
Rathna Beach
Colombo
Fairway Hotel
Bentota
Rathna Beach
Colombo
Fairway Hotel
Honestly
Things most travel sites won't tell you.
On-the-ground details your designer wishes every guest knew before they landed.
Things to Look Out For
Two monsoons, two coasts
Sri Lanka runs two opposite monsoons on one small island. The south-west coast and the hill country are dry December to March; the east coast around Trincomalee and Arugam Bay is dry May to September, when the south-west is wet. There is almost always a dry coast. You just have to be on the right one for the month.
The hill-country train
The Kandy-to-Ella line through the tea estates is one of the great slow train rides anywhere. Book a second-class reserved seat in advance, not first class, because the windows and doors open and everyone hangs out for the Nine Arch Bridge. The blue trains are the old ones and the better ride.
Climb Sigiriya at opening
Sigiriya, the rock fortress in the cultural triangle, bakes by mid-morning and the stairs back up out of the frescoes gallery bottleneck with tour groups. Be at the gate when it opens at seven; you climb in the cool, beat the heat and the crowds, and have the lion's-paw summit nearly to yourself.
- №1
Two monsoons, two coasts
Sri Lanka runs two opposite monsoons on one small island. The south-west coast and the hill country are dry December to March; the east coast around Trincomalee and Arugam Bay is dry May to September, when the south-west is wet. There is almost always a dry coast. You just have to be on the right one for the month.
- №2
The hill-country train
The Kandy-to-Ella line through the tea estates is one of the great slow train rides anywhere. Book a second-class reserved seat in advance, not first class, because the windows and doors open and everyone hangs out for the Nine Arch Bridge. The blue trains are the old ones and the better ride.
- №3
Climb Sigiriya at opening
Sigiriya, the rock fortress in the cultural triangle, bakes by mid-morning and the stairs back up out of the frescoes gallery bottleneck with tour groups. Be at the gate when it opens at seven; you climb in the cool, beat the heat and the crowds, and have the lion's-paw summit nearly to yourself.
The Details
What's Included
Included
- Accommodation at the above-mentioned Hotels or similar Category rooms on breakfast basis
- Transport in an A/C Vehicle with the service of an English-speaking Guide.
- Sightseeing as mentioned above. (Without entrance fees)
- Value-added tax.
- Meeting and Assistance at the airport.
Not Included
- All Entrance fees
- 5% Government Service Tax is applicable additional on total invoice.
- 5% / 20% Tax Collected at Source (TCS) - claimable
Plan Your Timing
When to Go
The headline season for the classic south-west-and-hill-country route is December to March, when Colombo, the Galle coast, Kandy and the tea highlands are at their driest and the seas are calm for the beaches. May to September swings the rain to the south-west and dries out the east coast instead. The window for Trincomalee and the surf at Arugam Bay. April and October-November are the inter-monsoon months, hot and prone to afternoon storms anywhere.
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