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Sri Lanka: Hike, Bike & Kayak (14 destinations)

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From Negombo to Colombo
4.8 (15 reviews)
  • Two women picking tea leaves on a lush hillside with a waterfall in the background.
  • Expansive terraced tea plantation with scattered workers and a small house in the valley.
  • Local woman demonstrating traditional cooking to two interested travelers.
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  • The trip was a fun mix of hiking, cycling and kayaking. The campsites for the hiking and kayaking were fantastic

    Lauren Curtis•traveled in April5.0
  • Colorful wooden fishing boat resting on sandy shore beside calm sea.
  • Group of travelers climbing steep ancient stone steps through jungle ruins.
  • Close-up of an ornate multi-armed Hindu goddess statue adorned with garlands.
  • Cyclists ride along a rural trail lined with leafless trees under blue sky.
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Negombo

    Negombo

    Optional Activities

    • Watch fishing boats head out to sea
    • Stroll along the beach to see daily catch drying
    • Seafood feast at local restaurant
    • Bicycle tour through countryside and canal network
  3. Day 2

    Dambulla - Sigiriya

    Dambulla - Sigiriya
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Zero Plastic Impact Centre visit and bamboo/coconut shell crafting
    • Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress visit with 1200-step hike
    • Water and boulder gardens visit
    • Frescoes viewing
    • Mirror wall visit
    Landmarks
    Sigiriya Lion Rock
    Pidurangala Rock
    Dambulla Cave Temple
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  4. Day 3

    Minneriya National Park - Knuckles/Dimbulagala

    Minneriya National Park - Knuckles/Dimbulagala
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Group dinner by the riverside)

    Included Activities

    • Minneriya National Park jeep safari
    • Village walk
    • Evening group dinner by the riverside
    Landmarks
    Minneriya National Park
    Knuckles Mountain Range
    Dimbulagala
    Thelgamu Oya stream
  5. Day 4

    Knuckles/Dimbulagala Hiking

    Knuckles/Dimbulagala Hiking
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch by the river (Apr-Oct)), Dinner (Hearty dinner after hiking)

    Included Activities

    • Full-day guided hiking trek (Dimbulagala Nov-Mar or Manigala Apr-Oct)

    Optional Activities

    • Ahas Maligawa pagoda side-trip (3 km, Nov-Mar only)
    Landmarks
    Namal Pokuna Temple
    Nil Dya Pokuna pond
    Maha Kashyapa Lena cave complex
    Aushada Pokuna
    Ahas Maligawa pagoda
    Manigala Rock
  6. Day 5

    Knuckles/Dimbulagala Hiking - Kandy

    Knuckles/Dimbulagala Hiking - Kandy
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic-style lunch in local setting (Mar-Nov))

    Included Activities

    • Village trek through paddy fields (Mar-Nov)
    • Mini World's End guided hike (Apr-Oct)
    • Drive to Kandy

    Optional Activities

    • Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic visit
    Landmarks
    Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
    Mini World's End
    Thelgamuwa Valley
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  7. Day 6

    Hatton

    Hatton
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Scenic train ride to Hatton
    • Cycling from train station to Norton Bridge

    Optional Activities

    • Explore tea capital of Sri Lanka
    • Tea tasting
    Landmarks
    Hatton
    Norton Bridge
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  8. Day 7

    Hatton - Balangoda - Mirissa

    Hatton - Balangoda - Mirissa
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Mountain bike ride through tea country from Hatton to Balangoda
    • Cycling through Golden Valley of Ceylon

    Optional Activities

    • Surfing or bodyboarding at Weligama
    Landmarks
    Bogawantalawa
    Balangoda
    Mirissa Beach
    Weligama
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  9. Day 8

    Gin River - Galle

    Gin River - Galle
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Delicious local lunch at boathouse), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Gin River kayaking
    • Galle Fort walking tour
    • Dinner
    Landmarks
    Gin River
    Galle Fort
    Unanwitiya
  10. Day 9

    Colombo

    Colombo
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Colombo city walking tour
    • Visit to Petta Bazaar
    • Independence Square
    • Old Parliament Building
    • National Museum
    • Barefoot fairtrade store visit

    Optional Activities

    • Optional group dinner with food crawl along market stalls
    Landmarks
    Petta Bazaar
    Independence Square
    Old Parliament Building
    National Museum
    Barefoot fairtrade store
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  11. Day 10

    Colombo

    Colombo
    Meals
    Breakfast

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Traveler Moments

  • Technicians load and adjust bicycles from the back of a truck.
  • A narrow sand spit leading to a rocky islet topped with greenery.
  • Makeshift outdoor toilet inside a black plastic tent.
  • Cyclists gather under tall palm trees by the beach.
  • A guide presenting different grades of tea leaves in a display box.
  • Dimly lit frescoed corridor leading to a doorway in a temple.
  • Fiery orange sunset reflecting on a tranquil lake framed by tree silhouettes.
  • A traveler spreads his arms in front of a massive brick dagoba under blue sky.
  • Temple of the Tooth in Kandy beautifully lit after dark.
  • A hawk perched on a branch against a soft sky backdrop.
  • Tourists sitting in an open safari jeep, ready for an excursion.
  • A trio of monkeys grooming on a rugged rock face.
  • A vivid kingfisher with turquoise wings perched on a bare branch.
  • A woman paddles a kayak along a calm green river.
  • Close-up of traditional buffalo curd served in a clay pot.
  • A lone canoe rests on the edge of a calm lake reflecting a green mountain.
  • Traditional Sri Lankan dancers in colorful costume performing indoors.
  • Cyclists pause on a coastal road beside turquoise sea and palm trees.
  • A giant white stupa illuminated at night with worshippers at its base.
  • Panoramic view across the ancient ruins atop Sigiriya Rock at sunset.
  • A herd of elephants walking through a foggy grassy field.
  • A person working in a lush green tea plantation.
  • A person taking a break while trekking with two dogs resting nearby.
  • A group kayaking in calm waters with trees surrounding the area.
  • A group of people with bicycles posing together on a road.
  • A group of six people posing on a hillside wearing casual hiking attire.
  • A person kayaking in a brown river surrounded by forest.
  • A person standing at the edge of a cliff overlooking green hills and a cloudy sky.
  • A traditional dance performance with dancers in colorful costumes on stage.
  • A person standing in a mountainous area with clouds in the background.
  • A person posing on a pathway leading to Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
  • A monkey sitting on a ledge eating something with a tree in the background.

Traveler Reviews

4.8
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    4.8
  • Transport
    4.9
  • Guide
    4.8
  • Accommodation
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  • Food
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  • Tour Operator
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  • Miranda
    Miranda5.0•February 2026
    fantastic trip, itinerary, guide and country! amazing!
    • Close-up of traditional buffalo curd served in a clay pot.
    • A trio of monkeys grooming on a rugged rock face.
    • A narrow sand spit leading to a rocky islet topped with greenery.
    • A lone canoe rests on the edge of a calm lake reflecting a green mountain.
    • Traditional Sri Lankan dancers in colorful costume performing indoors.
    • Tourists sitting in an open safari jeep, ready for an excursion.
    • Cyclists pause on a coastal road beside turquoise sea and palm trees.
    • A guide presenting different grades of tea leaves in a display box.
    • A traveler spreads his arms in front of a massive brick dagoba under blue sky.
    • Temple of the Tooth in Kandy beautifully lit after dark.
    • Technicians load and adjust bicycles from the back of a truck.
    • Dimly lit frescoed corridor leading to a doorway in a temple.
    • Fiery orange sunset reflecting on a tranquil lake framed by tree silhouettes.
    • A giant white stupa illuminated at night with worshippers at its base.
    • Panoramic view across the ancient ruins atop Sigiriya Rock at sunset.
    • Makeshift outdoor toilet inside a black plastic tent.
    • A hawk perched on a branch against a soft sky backdrop.
    • A woman paddles a kayak along a calm green river.
    • Cyclists gather under tall palm trees by the beach.
    • A vivid kingfisher with turquoise wings perched on a bare branch.
    Traveled in February 2026
    Reply from: Intrepid Travel
    What lovely photos, Miranda! We are thrilled to know you had a wonderful time away and we hope to welcome you again when the time comes. With many thanks, and hopes that you are already dreaming of your next adventure.
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  • Elaine4.5•October 2019
    Our driver Hamer was excellent! He was a great driver, and helped with our luggage, drove carefully and always made...
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    • A person standing at the edge of a cliff overlooking green hills and a cloudy sky.
    • A person working in a lush green tea plantation.
    • A group kayaking in calm waters with trees surrounding the area.
    • A traditional dance performance with dancers in colorful costumes on stage.
    • A person taking a break while trekking with two dogs resting nearby.
    • A person posing on a pathway leading to Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
    • A person kayaking in a brown river surrounded by forest.
    • A group of six people posing on a hillside wearing casual hiking attire.
    • A person standing in a mountainous area with clouds in the background.
    • A group of people with bicycles posing together on a road.
    • A herd of elephants walking through a foggy grassy field.
    • A monkey sitting on a ledge eating something with a tree in the background.
    Traveled in September 2019
  • Stephen5.0•September 2019
    Always well guided tours, with great activities, tasty food and a big hit of culture.
    Traveled in March 2019
  • Felicity5.0•September 2019
    I think they are well organised and definitely value for money
    Traveled in March 2019
  • Trine4.7•September 2019
    Hike , bike and kayak was the primary goal of attending this trip. Most things organisational wise worked excellent....
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    Traveled in January 2019
  • Rohan4.8•September 2019
    I thought that the trip would only suit travelers who would welcome some of the more challenging elements of the trip...
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    Traveled in January 2019
  • Paulette4.8•September 2019
    I always love Intrepid Trips! This is no. 19!
    Traveled in January 2019
  • Mercia5.0•September 2019
    The activities were interesting, a good pace, our guide was excellent.
    Traveled in January 2019
  • Katherine4.5•September 2019
    Overall good itinerary, great guide (Nandana) and well organised
    Traveled in January 2019
  • John4.8•September 2019
    Everything was well organised with Nandana, even things that came out of left field like dog bites that required...
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    Traveled in January 2019

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    Natasha

    Asked on February 24th, 2026

    Do you have e-bikes available for the biking portions. What can we expect for camping gear? What is the overnight low in January?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2026

      An e-bike option (at additional cost) may be available on this trip. We have limited numbers of these bikes available and they are an 'on request' basis only. E-bike hire only applies to days 6 & Our operations team will verify availability when a request is received and you'll receive final confirmation once the e-Bike hire is confirmed.

      There are 2 nights of camping with basic facilities included on this trip. You do not need to bring your own sleeping bag or sleeping mat.

      Sri Lanka in January is warm and dry overall. Coastal and lowland areas (like Colombo) can have night temperatures around 22–25 °C. In the hill/mountain regions (like Kandy, Knuckles), nights can be slightly cooler, but generally still comfortable compared with many temperate climates.

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    How much money will we need for lunches and dinners?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written April 2024

      This is totally dependant on your dining style! A typical meal in Sri Lanka can range from $8-15. Sometimes there will be cheaper options and sometimes there will be more expensive options, depending on the type of dining style you choose.

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    Anna

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    Does the price include road bike and helmet?

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    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2024

      Please note that helmets are not always provided for sightseeing on bicycles. If you wish you can bring along your own.

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      Anna

      Traveler•Written February 2024

      Do you supply a bike and is that included in the price? If so, what kind of bicycle do you provide?

      Also, what is the condition of the roads we will bike?

    • Intrepid TravelOperator•Written February 2024

      We do provide biked for this tour and it is included in the trip price. :)

      Cycle a mostly downhill route through the green heart of Sri Lanka's tea country in 'the Golden Valley of Ceylon and Slip down a few gears in the laidback coastal town of Weligama, where inviting sandy beaches offer a welcome break for sore muscles, and fantastic waves give you the chance to stay active.

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