About this experience
Explore Sri Lanka's highlights - the Dambulla cave temple and the 'Lion Rock' of Sigiriya. Enjoy elephant rides through the jungle, buffalo cart rides through an authentic village, and boat safaris on the river. Visit gem, silk, wood processing, and batik factories. Get ready for an active and informative day!
What to Expect
09.00 Climb to the rock plateau of Sigiriya, where the ancient fortress is located. According to legend, it once belonged to the demon king Ravana.
11.00 Tour of the wood processing factory
11.30 Buffalo cart ride through the village and river safari by boat
12.30 Buffet lunch with Sri Lankan and European dishes
14.00 Elephant farm: elephant rides through the jungle and feeding them
15.00 Batik factory and silk workshop
15.30 Museum-factory for processing gemstones and center of folk crafts
16.00 Ancient Dambulla Cave Temple with giant Buddha statues
Organizational Details
- Comfortable transport with air conditioning (car or bus) and lunch are included in the price
- Entrance tickets are paid separately: Sigiriya - $40, Dambulla temple - $9, elephant farm with rides and feeding - $20, buffalo cart ride and river safari - $15
Departure points: Weligama - 02:45, Ahangama - 03:00, Koggala - 03:15, Unawatuna - 03:30, Hikkaduwa - 04:00, Ambalangoda - 04:10, Balapitiya - 04:20, Ahungalla - 04:30, Kosgoda - 04:40, Induruwa - 04:50, Bentota - 05:00, Aluthgama - 05:00, Beruwela - 05:10, Payagala - 05:15, Katukurunda - 05:20, Kalutara - 05:30, Wadduwa - 05:40, Panadura - 05:50, Mount Lavinia - 06:15.
The cost depends on the size of your group. Discounts are available if you book the tour for three or more people:
- if there are six or more of you, then each pays $103
- if there are five of you, then each pays $125
- if there are four of you, then each pays $136
- if there are three of you, then each pays $169
