Ocean coast of Sri Lanka in the tropics

Sri Lanka

A tropical paradise of golden Buddhist stupas, verdant tea plantations and majestic wildlife

Adventure Holidays in Sri Lanka

With sandy, palm-fringed beaches, jewelled cultural treasures and magical chance encounters with elephants all on offer, Sri Lanka has a magic all of its own. On your trip to Sri Lanka, visit the ancient rock fortress at Sigiriya, rising high above the rainforest canopy; see elephants in their natural environment tugging at the grass and grazing on palm fronds; and watch out for darting leopards too. Discover rare species and the gemstones that first drew travellers here; explore paddy fields by bike; lose yourself in maze-like rows of highland tea plantations; and let juddering tuk tucks zip you through the underbrush to hidden expanses of beach. Holidays in Sri Lanka provide a fantastic mix of culture, history, people, food, wildlife and beaches, and Exodus – with the help of our expert local guides – promises to get you closer to the action than anyone else.

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 4.7 / 5 based on 336 reviews

Sri Lanka Adventure Holidays

North Sri Lanka Revealed

A comprehensive journey discovering this inspiring island focusing on the undiscovered northern regions

Guided Group, Tailormade Adventures

Discovery & Wildlife
17 days
From $2,995 NZD
Activity Rating - Leisurely/Moderate
Leisurely / Moderate
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Sri Lankan Highlights

A week experiencing the very best of the Island of Serendipity, Sri Lanka.

Guided Group, Tailormade Adventures

Discovery & Wildlife
8 days
From $1,715 NZD
Activity Level: Leisurely
Leisurely
4.3 / 5
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26 reviews
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Elepant Sarari near Giritale

Tropical Island Wanderer

Two weeks exploring the best that Sri Lanka has to offer, the perfect family destination

Guided Group, Family Group, Tailormade Adventures

Family Adventures
13 days
From $2,395 NZD
Activity Level: Leisurely
Leisurely
4.7 / 5
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18 reviews
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Highlands of Sri Lanka

Spend two weeks walking and exploring the delights of this diverse and inspiring island

Guided Group, Tailormade Adventures

Walking & Trekking
15 days
From $2,995 NZD
Activity Rating - Moderate
Moderate
4.7 / 5
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18 reviews
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Wild Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka's wild side, from national parks to the ocean in this tropical paradise

Guided Group, Tailormade Adventures

Wildlife Encounters
10 days
From $2,995 NZD
Activity Level: Leisurely
Leisurely
5 / 5
 from 
3 reviews
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Activities in Sri Lanka

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Top five reasons to visit Sri Lanka

1. Wildlife encounters: if you’re not lucky enough to see elephants grazing at the side of the road Yala National Park is where it’s at. Here majestic elephants, powerful bears, skittish deer, languorous leopards and a rainbow of exotic birds can all be found. A trip to the elephant orphanage near Kandy is an absolute highlight.

2. Friendly local guides: for most people, though the best thing about holidays in Sri Lanka is the warm charm of the people. Our local guides Our local guides are chosen for their friendly nature, knowledge and enthusiasm, and will be able to tell you all about the history of the country and their way of life.

3. Off-the-beaten-track adventures: we’ll take you down back streets to see real life Sri Lanka, eat with local people, and really get to know what makes the country tick.

4. Local accommodation: all 4*, and run by local families, so customers get an authentic experience.

5. Tailormade Adventure: pick and mix from the normal itinerary on an Exodus Tailormade Adventure so you can personalise your trip.

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Responsible Travel

We offer more than 500 holidays across 100 countries on all seven continents. And although we’ve grown in the last 40 years, our philosophy stays the same: to bring like-minded people together on authentic adventures, with minimal impact to the environments and cultures we visit. We only work with reputable partners, with whom we’ve built longstanding relationships, and work on various community and environmental projects around the world. Read more about our Responsible Travel initiatives here.

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