Combining an action-packed ten-day journey across Sri Lanka with a relaxing Dhoni cruise in the Maldives, this family adventure is simply unforgettable. Tick off Sri Lanka's bucket-list sites, from delving into the jungle to touring ancient sites. Then, snorkel, swim, and sunbathe your way through the paradisal islands of the Maldives, living aboard a traditional Dhoni. Wildlife - Search for groups of wild elephants, buffalos, wild boars, and crocodiles on a safari in Udawalawe National Park. Jungle lodge - Spend two nights close to nature in this quirky accommodation, experiencing sunset lake cruises, nature trails, cooking demonstrations and dinner under the stars. Maldives cruise - Board a traditional Dhoni to explore the idyllic islands of the Maldives, with no shortage of snorkelling and swimming.
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General information
Tour ID124600
Tour length15days
LanguageEnglish
Group size18
Age range7 - 85
Operated by
Explore!
Starting point
No.209, Lewis Place, Negombo 11500, Sri Lanka
Catamaran Beach Hotel, Hotel Reception
18:00
End point
Airport Main Rd, Malé 22000, Maldives
Male Airport, Departures Hall
06:00
Itinerary
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Day 1: Join trip on beach near Colombo
Day 2: Visit the fish market of Negombo, drive to eco-lodge near Sigiriya, nighttime walking safari
Day 3: Nature walks, cooking demonstration and sunset boat cruise followed by dinner under the stars
Day 4: Nature walks, cooking demonstration and sunset boat cruise followed by dinner under the stars
Day 5: In Giritale: explore ancient city of Polonnaruwa by bike
Day 6: Free morning, afternoon jeep safari to spot wild elephant
Day 7: Drive to Kandy via Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, walking tour of Kandy
Day 8: Visit tea factory in Nuwara Eliya, train journey to Ella
Day 9: Visit Elephant sanctuary and game drive in Udawalawe National Park
Day 10: Visit Galle Fort, drive to Hikkaduwa
Day 11: Fly to the Maldives and join our Dhoni cruise boat
Day 12: Cruise to Kudhi Boli, tour of the island and snorkeling
Day 13: Cruise to Rihiveli, cooking lesson and beach BBQ
Day 14: Cruise to Hullhu Male, visit Male's markets