Private journeys across Sri Lanka

Explore sri lanka your way.

Private driver-guides, flexible itineraries, and local knowledge from arrival to farewell.

Private toursLocal driver-guidesFully customizable

Traditional stilt fishermen working the surf at sunset on Sri Lanka's southern coast
Southern coastStilt fishermen
Services

Travel Personally Managed from Start to End

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Customized tours

Routes shaped around your interests, pace, schedule, and budget.

Private driver-guide

A knowledgeable local guide and comfortable vehicle for the road ahead.

Airport transfers

A warm welcome and reliable private transfer from the moment you arrive.

Solo, couple, family or group—the journey adapts to you.

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Tours by time

How long do you want to wander?

Choose a journey to open its full route. Every stop can be adapted to your interests and pace.

2 days / 1 nightMountains / Wildlife / Coast / Heritage / Adventure

2 Days South Coast & Hill Country Adventure

Mountains • Wildlife • Coast • Heritage • Adventure. Guests are welcome to customize the itinerary to match their interests, preferred destinations, and travel pace.

Scenery from the 2 Days South Coast & Hill Country Adventure routeElla — Udawalawe — Galle
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Day 01Ella & Wildlife Experience

  1. Ravana Waterfall

    Enjoy a beautiful natural waterfall.

  2. Tea Plantation

    Walk through lush Ceylon tea estates.

  3. 45-Minute Train Journey

    Experience a breathtaking scenic train ride.

  4. Nine Arch Bridge

    Visit Ella's iconic railway bridge.

  5. Spice Herbal Garden

    Discover Sri Lanka's healing herbs and spices.

  6. Udawalawe National Park Safari

    Spot elephants and amazing wildlife.

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Day 02Southern Coastal Discovery

  1. Coconut Tree Hill

    Capture stunning ocean views.

  2. Stilt Fishermen

    Witness Sri Lanka's unique fishing tradition.

  3. Galle Fort

    Explore a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  4. Hikkaduwa Turtle Beach

    See sea turtles in their natural habitat.

  5. Tsunami Buddha

    Visit a peaceful memorial monument.

  6. Moonstone Mine

    Discover Sri Lanka's famous moonstones.

  7. Turtle Farm

    Learn about sea turtle conservation.

  8. Aluthgama Golden Temple

    Visit a serene hilltop Buddhist temple.

Experiences

One Island, Boundless Discoveries

Ancient stories, still aliveClimb rock fortresses, enter cave temples, and trace the island’s old kingdoms.Explore this side
Tea country & mountain airWalk the estates, follow the railway, and slow down in Sri Lanka’s misty highlands.Explore this side
Wild places, watched quietlyMeet elephants, birdlife, and big cats with time and respect for their habitat.Explore this side
Salt air & coastal roadsFollow the ocean from quiet beaches to Galle’s storied ramparts.Explore this side
The island between landmarksMarkets, home cooking, village roads, and conversations that become part of the route.Explore this side
Why Shan

Why travel with Shan.

Local care,
from arrival
to farewell.

Travelers welcomed in traditional dress at a village stop in Sri Lanka
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Personalized itineraries

Your interests, travel style, schedule, and budget shape the route.

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Professional & reliable

Swift communication, dependable service, and careful planning.

03

Local knowledge

Iconic landmarks and quieter places shared by people who know the island.

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Comfortable transport

Clean, well-maintained vehicles chosen with safety and comfort in mind.

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Flexible travel

The plan can adapt as your interests, pace, or travel days change.

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Excellent value

High-quality travel services at competitive and transparent prices.

4+ yearsLocal experience
15 routesReady to customize
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Your journey

From first message to open road.

Tell us what matters to you. We’ll turn it into a practical private route.

A family setting off from a hill-country railway station
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Share your dates

When you arrive and how long you have.

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Choose your rhythm

Culture, wildlife, mountains, coast—or a little of each.

03

Shape the route

We refine the itinerary around your pace and budget.

04

Travel with confidence

Your local driver-guide handles the road ahead.

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Real stories

Photographs from real journeys.

Travellers sitting on Pidurangala rock looking across the jungle to Sigiriya
01Cultural triangleSigiriya
A traveller leaning from the doorway of a hill-country train
02Hill countryThe blue train
A boat of travellers gliding through a mangrove channel
03WetlandsMangrove safari
A group of travellers at a palm-lined viewpoint above the southern coast
04Southern coastCoast viewpoint
A family outside the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy
05Hill countryKandy
A traveller standing above Ella's Nine Arch Bridge
06EllaNine Arch Bridge
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Feedback

What travellers say afterwards.

Google
Really can't give enough accolades to Shan. He's a great tour guide!! Knows so much and knows everyone. We stayed here for 10 days for a wedding with our two year old, and Shan showed us so many interesting and cool places, all while trying to help us buy things from local people and accommodating our son. He also knew tons about each place or helped connect us to the local tour guide on site. He gave great advice and recommendations and was ready to help us out in a heartbeat. I would recommend him to everyone who visits this part of Sri Lanka.
Crissy Jung
Google
Shan is an excellent guide, the whole trip was in a friendly spirit. It is easy to arrange a trip with him, he is happy to accommodate your requests. Compared to the same trip offered by the tour operator we had a much better experience, the price was very reasonable. I highly recommend
Viktorie Sekaninová
Google
Shan has arranged for us the 7-day trip across central Sri Lanka. Our driver, Turuq, has been waiting for us at the starting point, Negombo. We first drove to Sigirya, than Kandy. We planned to go further to Nuwara Eliya but Turuq advised to change the plan as the roads have been partly flooded or covered with mud-slides and Nuwara partly flooded. We decided to do down to Bentota. The trip has been difficult because the main road has been closed at upper part. Turuq drove very safely and we have been happy to be free from danger. Actually, he drove the whole round trip very safely, and has been super punctual. We could easily communicate, and he often added points of interest to our original itinerary. Highly recommended!
greg reyman
Google
Shan is very nice and honest person. He showed us 9 arches bridge, the train ride, the mini adams Peak and much more. He was available for us every day to take us for the dinner by his super cool tuk tuk. Thank you Shan and good luck :)
Ewelina Król-Paprot
Google
We visited Waskaduwa in October 2025. We met Shan on the first day, and the rest of our vacation was a breeze. Shan showed us the best restaurants, shops, beaches, and attractions. He was always available and helpful. All excursions were private, without the crowds, and at a very reasonable price! Shan always knew what day and time we needed to be there to find the fewest people and get great photos. Incidentally, Shan is also an excellent photographer and has never let us down. Our vacation was a blast thanks to him alone. Thank you.
Максим Мошкин
Google
An amazing guide and a truly wonderful friend! We went on all our excursions with him. He was completely safe, and we made it to every spot before the crowds arrived. Cheaper than the beach boys, he speaks much better Russian, gives engaging stories, and answers all our questions. He's a very professional guide, responsive, punctual, and always available. He takes tons of great photos, just like a professional photographer. We're so grateful for our vacation. Shan made it better than we could have dreamed of ❤️
Анастасия Шадрина
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