5-Day Sri Lanka Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Colombo & Transfer to Sinharaja

Morning:

• Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo.
• Meet your tour guide and transfer to Sinharaja Rainforest (approx. 3.5-hour drive).

Afternoon:

• Check in at your eco-lodge near Sinharaja.
• Enjoy lunch at the lodge.

Evening:

• Take a short, guided nature walk in the Sinharaja Forest Reserve to get an introduction to the flora and fauna.
• Return to the lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Overnight:

• Stay at the eco-lodge near Sinharaja.

Day 2: Sinharaja Rainforest Exploration & Transfer to Udawalawe

Morning:

• Early breakfast at the lodge.
• Full-day guided trekking tour in the Sinharaja Rainforest. Explore the rich biodiversity, including endemic birds, insects, and plant species.

Afternoon:

• Picnic lunch in the forest.
• Continue the trek, visiting waterfalls and observing the unique ecosystem.

Evening:

• Return to the lodge, freshen up, and check out.
• Transfer to Udawalawe (approx. 2.5-hour drive).

Overnight:

• Stay at a safari lodge near Udawalawe National Park.

Day 3: Udawalawe Safari & Transfer to Galle

Morning:

• Early breakfast at the lodge.
• Morning safari in Udawalawe National Park to spot elephants, water buffalo, deer, and various bird species.

Afternoon:

• Return to the lodge, check out, and have lunch.
• Transfer to Galle (approx. 3-hour drive).

Evening:

• Arrive in Galle and check in at your hotel.
• Leisure time to explore the Galle Fort area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Overnight:

• Stay at a hotel in Galle.

Day 4: Explore Galle & Transfer to Colombo

Morning:

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Guided tour of Galle Fort, including visits to the Dutch Reformed Church, Galle Lighthouse, and the Maritime Museum.

Afternoon:

• Lunch at a local restaurant within the fort.
• Explore the charming streets of Galle, filled with boutiques, cafes, and art galleries.

Evening:

• Transfer to Colombo (approx. 2-hour drive).
• Check-in at your hotel in Colombo.

Overnight:

• Stay at a hotel in Colombo.

Day 5: Colombo City Tour & Departure

Morning:

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Guided city tour of Colombo, visiting major attractions such as the Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square, Colombo National Museum, and Galle Face Green.

Afternoon:

• Lunch at a local restaurant.
• Continue exploring Colombo’s vibrant markets and shopping districts like Pettah Market and Odel.

Evening:

• Return to the hotel, freshen up, and check out.
• Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for your departure flight.