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8 Days / 7 Nights Beach & Adventure

8-Day East Coast Surf, Marine Paradise & Ancient Wonders

Route: Sigiriya, Dambulla, Trinco and Arugambe, Kandy, Colombo

Tour Overview

Experience the pristine beauty of Sri Lanka's east coast combined with central cultural landmarks. Snorkel with reef sharks and sea turtles at Pigeon Island in Trincomalee, and ride legendary waves in Arugam Bay.

Daily Itinerary Breakdown

1

Day 1: Airport to Sigiriya Rock Oasis

Meet your private driver and drive into the Cultural Triangle. Unwind at your nature resort.

Overnight Stay: Sigiriya
2

Day 2: Sigiriya Rock & Journey to Trincomalee

Climb Sigiriya fortress in the morning. Head east toward the deep-water harbor and powdery shores of Trincomalee.

Overnight Stay: Trincomalee
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Day 3: Pigeon Island Snorkeling & Nilaveli Beach

Boat ride to Pigeon Island Marine National Park. Snorkel over living coral reefs alongside blacktip reef sharks and marine turtles.

Overnight Stay: Trincomalee
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Day 4: Koneswaram Temple & Drive to Arugam Bay

Visit the cliffside Koneswaram Hindu Temple overlooking Swami Rock. Drive down the scenic eastern coastline to Arugam Bay.

Overnight Stay: Arugam Bay
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Day 5: Surfing & Lagoon Safari at Arugam Bay

Catch waves at Main Point or Whiskey Point. Afternoon lagoon safari to spot wild elephants and water birds at sunset.

Overnight Stay: Arugam Bay
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Day 6: Kumana National Park Bird Sanctuary & Safari

Explore the untamed wilderness of Kumana National Park, famous for rare aquatic birds and quiet leopard habitats.

Overnight Stay: Arugam Bay
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Day 7: Scenic Ascent to Kandy

Travel inland through picturesque countryside to the hill capital of Kandy. Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.

Overnight Stay: Kandy
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Day 8: Colombo City Tour & Departure

Travel to Colombo, visit the Lotus Tower and Galle Face promenade before heading to the airport for your flight.

Overnight Stay: Departure

What's Included

  • 7 nights quality hotel stays with breakfast
  • Private AC transport with chauffeur guide
  • Pigeon Island boat charter & snorkeling gear
  • Sigiriya entrance ticket

What's Excluded

  • International flights
  • Meals not specified
  • Personal gear rentals