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Sri Lanka: Hike, Bike & Kayak (12 destinations)

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From Negombo to Colombo
4.8 (15 reviews)
  • Twin-spired Catholic church stands at the end of a tree-lined path in a sandy courtyard.
  • Colourful wooden fishing boats line a calm tropical river bordered by palms and mangroves.
  • Colourful Buddhist temple facade with giant seated Buddha, clock tower and lush garden.
  • A bright white stupa and colonial house sit amid tropical palms under clear blue skies.
  • Majestic Sigiriya rock fortress rises above lush forest with a steep staircase visible on its face.
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  • Interior of an ancient cave temple with seated Buddha statues surrounding a central stupa.
  • White-arched monastery buildings cling to a rock face beside a lily pond at Dambulla.
  • Long rock overhang shelters white temple buildings with arched windows in Dambulla.
  • Huge golden seated Buddha dominates the facade of the Golden Temple complex under blue skies.
  • Two tea pickers in colourful saris harvest leaves beside a waterfall overlook
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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
    • Explore the daily catch drying in the sun
    • Indulge in a seafood feast
    • Explore the countryside by bicycle
  3. Day 2

    Dambulla - Sigiriya

    Dambulla - Sigiriya
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Visit Zero Plastic Impact Center
    • Bamboo and coconut shell crafting
    • Sigiriya - Lion Rock Fortress hike
    • Visit water and boulder gardens
    • View frescoes and mirror wall
    Landmarks
    Sigiriya Lion Rock
    Pidurangala Rock
  4. Day 3

    Minneriya National Park - Dimbulagala

    Minneriya National Park - Dimbulagala
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Minneriya National Park jeep safari
    Landmarks
    Minneriya National Park
  5. Day 4

    Dimbulagala

    Dimbulagala
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Dimbulagala guided full-day hike
    • Namal Pokuna Temple visit
    • Nil Dya Pokuna pond visit
    • Maha Kashyapa Lena cave complex exploration
    • Aushada Pokuna visit

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Ahas Maligawa pagoda (3 km side-trip)
    Landmarks
    Namal Pokuna Temple
    Maha Kashyapa Lena
    Ahas Maligawa Pagoda
  6. Day 5

    Dimbulagala - Kandy

    Dimbulagala - Kandy
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic-style lunch served in a charming local setting)

    Included Activities

    • Village walk and 7-kilometre paddy field trek
    • Local artisan cane work visit

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
    Landmarks
    Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
  7. Day 6

    Kandy - Hatton

    Kandy - Hatton
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Scenic train ride from Kandy to Hatton
    • Guided cycling from Hatton train station to Norton Bridge

    Optional Activities

    • Explore the tea capital of Sri Lanka
  8. Day 7

    Hatton - Mirissa

    Hatton - Mirissa
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Hatton to Balangoda guided and vehicle-supported cycling
    • Golden Valley of Ceylon guided and vehicle-supported cycling

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Weligama for surfing or bodyboarding lessons
    Landmarks
    Weligama
  9. Day 8

    Mirissa - Galle

    Mirissa - Galle
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Delicious local lunch at the boathouse), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Gin River kayaking with instruction
    • Galle Fort walking tour along ramparts and streets
    • Dinner in Galle
    Landmarks
    Galle Fort
  10. Day 9

    Colombo

    Colombo
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Colombo city walking tour
    • Petta Bazaar visit
    • Independence Square visit
    • Old Parliament Building visit
    • National Museum visit
    • 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
  11. Day 10

    Colombo

    Colombo
    Meals
    Breakfast

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  • Transport
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  • Guide
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  • Miranda
    Miranda5.0•February 2026
    fantastic trip, itinerary, guide and country! amazing!
    • Fiery orange sunset reflecting on a tranquil lake framed by tree silhouettes.
    • Dimly lit frescoed corridor leading to a doorway in a temple.
    • Cyclists gather under tall palm trees by the beach.
    • Tourists sitting in an open safari jeep, ready for an excursion.
    • A guide presenting different grades of tea leaves in a display box.
    • A giant white stupa illuminated at night with worshippers at its base.
    • A traveler spreads his arms in front of a massive brick dagoba under blue sky.
    • A lone canoe rests on the edge of a calm lake reflecting a green mountain.
    • Panoramic view across the ancient ruins atop Sigiriya Rock at sunset.
    • Technicians load and adjust bicycles from the back of a truck.
    • A hawk perched on a branch against a soft sky backdrop.
    • Traditional Sri Lankan dancers in colorful costume performing indoors.
    • Cyclists pause on a coastal road beside turquoise sea and palm trees.
    • A woman paddles a kayak along a calm green river.
    • Close-up of traditional buffalo curd served in a clay pot.
    • A vivid kingfisher with turquoise wings perched on a bare branch.
    • Temple of the Tooth in Kandy beautifully lit after dark.
    • Makeshift outdoor toilet inside a black plastic tent.
    • A narrow sand spit leading to a rocky islet topped with greenery.
    • A trio of monkeys grooming on a rugged rock face.
    Traveled in February 2026
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    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 taking a break while trekking with two dogs resting nearby.
    • A person posing on a pathway leading to Sigiriya Rock Fortress.
    • A person standing in a mountainous area with clouds in the background.
    • A group kayaking in calm waters with trees surrounding the area.
    • A group of people with bicycles posing together on a road.
    • A herd of elephants walking through a foggy grassy field.
    • 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 monkey sitting on a ledge eating something with a tree in the background.
    • 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 working in a lush green tea plantation.
    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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