Serenade of Sri Lanka: Nature, Culture, and Wildlife Odyssey All inclusive

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  Catherine

  April 26th, 2026
  We chose Mango Vacations initially because of the option to create a tailor made holiday; the value for money; and...
  We chose Mango Vacations initially because of the option to create a tailor made holiday; the value for money; and their ethical values and vision statements. We were not disappointed.... We exchanged emails with Seya and Nadeeka who advised, organised and booked the holiday for us very efficiently, making sure this would be our perfect Sri Lankan experience. When we arrived we were met by Pavi who was to be our driver and local guide for the next two weeks. Pavi is an absolute joy... He's knowledgeable, experienced, and became a trusted friend throughout the fortnight. He looked after us so well and is an excellent driver. We thoroughly enjoyed his company and he captured some fabulous photos as well which we were very grateful for. He joined us on the safaris and he took the most magnificent photos of the elephants as well as managing to take photos of the leopards even though they were trying to hide behind the foliage. Pavi is like a swan.... He is calm and gracefully glides you through your holiday, but underneath the surface you know there is a great deal of work going on to ensure that everything appears effortless. We had so many highlights in the holiday: - The Madu River Safari in Bentota; - The relaxing beach and surfing in Marissa; - The Honey Bee Garden Cookery Class with Ruwini, who is lovely, in Ella; - The amazing views and sense of achievement at the top of Ella Rock and also at Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress; - The beautiful train journey to Nuwara Eliya; - Picking tea at a tea plantation; - Visiting the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and Dambulla Cave Temple; - Our amazingly successful elephant and leopard safaris; - The traditional village tour which I wasn't expecting to enjoy that much but was brilliant fun and incredibly interesting; and - The delicious Sri Lankan food (especially the Dahl, although we have it on good authority that Pavi's Mum makes the best Dahl!) and the warm Sri Lankan hospitality everywhere we went. We have had a truly magical holiday. Thank you Pavi and the rest of the Mango Vacations team.Show more
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  Traveled in April 2026
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  Lindsey

  December 31st, 2025
  We had an incredible time on our tour with Mango Vacations! From the start, everything was seamless, and we saw so...
  We had an incredible time on our tour with Mango Vacations! From the start, everything was seamless, and we saw so much of Sri Lanka, while also meeting some truly lovely people. Our guide, Hasanka, was fantastic—he was incredibly helpful and had great knowledge of all the places we visited. Due to the terrible flooding, he had to adjust our itinerary, but he went above and beyond to ensure everything was smoothly arranged. I really felt like we experienced the true essence of Sri Lanka. The hotels were fantastic, each one offering something special, and I loved the variety! My only suggestion would be to clarify on the booking site what’s not included in the tour and provide an idea of additional costs. This would help with planning how much rupees to exchange at the airport before arrival. Overall, it was a wonderful, all-inclusive tour, and I would absolutely book with Mango Vacations again!Show more
  Traveled in December 2025
  

  Reply from: Mango Vacations

  Hi, Thank you so much for taking your valuable time to give us an excellent review about your tour in SriLanka. We really value it and appreciat it.our goal is to offer our clients unforgettable travel expirence with no mistakes. We are more than happy that you have enjoyed our country and service.We would like to Thank you from our heart to choosing us for your dream tour in SriLanka.We really hope that we will see you again in SriLanka.till then Good luck for your future. Thank you, Kind Regards,Vishwa, Mango Vacation

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  Ellie

  December 27th, 2025
  My friend and I have just had the most incredible 12 days travelling around Sri Lanka, and this experience was made...
  My friend and I have just had the most incredible 12 days travelling around Sri Lanka, and this experience was made truly unforgettable by our tour guide, Hasanka. He was kind, caring, knowledgeable, accommodating, and genuinely so much fun to be around. Despite the devastating floods and everything the country was going through at the time, the tour still went ahead. We were reassured and encouraged to continue, and Hassanka made sure to adapt the itinerary where needed so that we could still see and do so many amazing things. He communicated all changes clearly and was incredibly helpful throughout the entire trip. Sri Lanka is an amazing country with the most friendly and beautiful people. Even after everything they have recently been through, everyone was so welcoming and warm. I would 150% recommend Mango Vacations and would definitely love to return one day to see all the incredible things we didn’t have time for on this trip. Thank you, Hasanka, for being the best guide we could have asked for. If you’re lucky enough to get him as your guide, you’re in very good hands!Show more
  Traveled in December 2025
  

  Reply from: Mango Vacations

  Hi, Thank you so much for taking your valuable time to give us an excellent review about your tour in SriLanka. We really value it and appreciat it.our goal is to offer our clients unforgettable travel expirence with no mistakes. We are more than happy that you have enjoyed our country and service.We would like to Thank you from our heart to choosing us for your dream tour in SriLanka.We really hope that we will see you again in SriLanka.till then Good luck for your future. Thank you, Kind Regards,Vishwa, Mango Vacation

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  Carmen

  October 5th, 2025
  Bandera was a fabulous tour guide. Our driver was amazing also. Most of the 5 star hotels we upgraded to were great....
  Bandera was a fabulous tour guide. Our driver was amazing also. Most of the 5 star hotels we upgraded to were great. Just a couple of them I wouldn’t have rated a 5. We would recommend this trip to anyone and hopefully they are lucky enough to travel with Bandera.Show more
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  Traveled in September 2025
  

  Reply from: Mango Vacations

  Hi, Thank you so much for taking your valuable time to give us an excellent review about your tour in SriLanka. We really value it and appreciat it.our goal is to offer our clients unforgettable travel expirence with no mistakes. We are more than happy that you have enjoyed our country and service.We would like to Thank you from our heart to choosing us for your dream tour in SriLanka.We really hope that we will see you again in SriLanka.till then Good luck for your future. Thank you, Kind Regards,Vishwa, Mango Vacations

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  Nancy

  September 23rd, 2025
  Best way to see Sri Lanka! We saw so many places and had the best tour guide. Driving on our own would have been...
  Best way to see Sri Lanka! We saw so many places and had the best tour guide. Driving on our own would have been stressful. Our driver did a great job and we felt very safe in traffic. Tour guide was so accommodating if we wanted to stop somewhere or change our daily schedule! Highly recommend!Show more
  Traveled in September 2025
  

  Reply from: Mango Vacations

  Hi, Thank you so much for taking your valuable time to give us an excellent review about your tour in SriLanka. We really value it and appreciat it.our goal is to offer our clients unforgettable travel expirence with no mistakes. We are more than happy that you have enjoyed our country and service.We would like to Thank you from our heart to choosing us for your dream tour in SriLanka.We really hope that we will see you again in SriLanka.till then Good luck for your future. Thank you, Kind Regards,Vishwa, Mango Vacations

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  Clio

  March 31st, 2025
  We were a group 6 people with different abilities and ages. We had a driver and guide who both did an amazing job of...
  We were a group 6 people with different abilities and ages. We had a driver and guide who both did an amazing job of assisting and adjusting our trip to accommodate our different needs and abilities. It would be better if the vans were equipped with a microphone so we could have gotten more information about the areas were passing through. There were some last minute changes to the itinerary that were super well communicated by the tour company, but that being said the guide was still receptive when we asked to do something else. We also felt like it would be even better if the days were planned to avoid too much activity in the middle of the day when the sun is strongest. Overall we had an amazing trip and are looking forward to coming back one day!Show more
  Traveled in March 2025
  

  Reply from: Mango Vacations

  Hi, Thank you so much for taking your valuable time to give us an excellent review about your tour in SriLanka. We really value it and appreciat it.our goal is to offer our clients unforgettable travel expirence with no mistakes. We are more than happy that you have enjoyed our country and service.We would like to Thank you from our heart to choosing us for your dream tour in SriLanka.We really hope that we will see you again in SriLanka.till then Good luck for your future. Thank you, Kind Regards,Vishwa, Mango Vacations

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  michelle

  April 12th, 2024
  Exploring Sri Lanka on this tour was an absolute revelation! From the misty highlands to the sun-kissed beaches,...
  Exploring Sri Lanka on this tour was an absolute revelation! From the misty highlands to the sun-kissed beaches, every corner of this island nation felt like a treasure waiting to be uncovered. My expert guide, Hasanka led me on a seamless journey through ancient ruins, lush tea plantations, and bustling markets, offering fascinating insights into the country’s rich history and vibrant culture. Whether marveling at the majestic Sigiriya Rock Fortress, encountering wild elephants in Minneriya National Park, exploring the ancient capital of Polonnaruwa or simply lounging on the pristine shores of Mirissa, each day brought new adventures and unforgettable memories. The warmth and hospitality of the Sri Lankan people truly made me feel at home, while the tantalizing flavors of local cuisine left me craving for more. This tour not only provided an immersive experience of Sri Lanka’s natural beauty and cultural heritage but also left me with a profound sense of awe and gratitude. Highly recommended for anyone seeking an unforgettable journey through one of Asia’s most captivating destinations!Show more
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  Traveled in March 2024
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  Samara

  August 19th, 2023
  We found ourselves in an unfortunate situation four days into our Sri Lanka trip of needing to organise a driver....
  We found ourselves in an unfortunate situation four days into our Sri Lanka trip of needing to organise a driver. Mango Vacations organised a 14 day trip, starting in Weligama and ending in Colombo for us within 12 hours and it could not have turned out any better. Their communication from the start was warm and professional, they sent a representative on our first day to introduce us to our driver Pavithra. We cannot thank Pavithra enough for how incredible he has been throughout our journey in Sri Lanka, from the moment he picked us up he has gone above and beyond to make our trip so memorable and special. Always punctual, knowledgeable, friendly and easy going he made getting from place to place a seemless experience. He also organised some excellent experiences; particularly Polonarawu, Pidgeon island NP, Yala & Minneriya NP (would definitely recommend using Mango Vacations preferred suppliers for these experiences) and was always ready to answer our questions about specific places. It is also definetly worth noting Pavithra's helping my partner plan a proposal, suggesting a location and assisting us to get there and taking some very special photos (we have been asked if they have been taken by a professional photographer). Thank you Pavithra & Mango Vacations you will be very highly recommended by us to friends & family who are coming to Sri LankaShow more
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  Traveled in August 2023
  

  Reply from: Mango Vacations

  Hi, Thank you so much for taking your valuable time to give us an excellent review about your tour in SriLanka. We really value it and appreciat it.our goal is to offer our clients unforgettable travel expirence with no mistakes. We are more than happy that you have enjoyed our country and service.We would like to Thank you from our heart to choosing us for your dream tour in SriLanka.We really hope that we will see you again in SriLanka.till then Good luck for your future. Thank you, Kind Regards, Nadeeka, Mango Vacations

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  Haizea

  August 7th, 2023
  Our trip around Sri Lanka's countryside, historical centre and coastline was incredibly diverse, entertaining and...
  Our trip around Sri Lanka's countryside, historical centre and coastline was incredibly diverse, entertaining and enriching for our entire family. However, what really made our holiday so special was our driver and guide Vishwa, who went above and beyond in making the tour as comfortable, uncomplicated and enjoyable as possible. Without his knowledge and passion for showing us what Sri Lanka has to offer, we certainly would not have seen nearly half as many places. As cliché as this sounds, after 2 weeks of travelling around together, Vishwa truly became a good friend, as we got to know each other better and he would always be down to join our activities and dinners. He is a great driver but even better person, extremely caring and fun to be around. If you find yourself looking for a tour around Sri Lanka, I could not recommend Vishwa enough, you won't regret choosing him.Show more
  Traveled in August 2023
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  Dario

  July 24th, 2023
  My girlfriend and I want to really thank you Thili and Pavi for this amazing trip! We had a great experience with...
  My girlfriend and I want to really thank you Thili and Pavi for this amazing trip! We had a great experience with them. Reliable and kind, you can always trust them! We’ve been traveling throughout Sri Lanka for more than 10 days and they’ve always been on time, ready to help you! We truly suggest them! 🙏Show more
  Traveled in July 2023
  

  Reply from: Mango Vacations

  Hi, Thank you so much for taking your valuable time to give us an excellent review about your tour in SriLanka. We really value it and appreciat it.our goal is to offer our clients unforgettable travel expirence with no mistakes. We are more than happy that you have enjoyed our country and service.We would like to Thank you from our heart to choosing us for your dream tour in SriLanka.We really hope that we will see you again in SriLanka.till then Good luck for your future. Thank you, Kind Regards, Vishwa, Mango Vacations

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