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4.9 72 experiences from US$ 5 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

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Bentota River Safari: Crocodiles, Monkeys & Mangrove Cruise
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Bentota River Safari: Crocodiles, Monkeys & Mangrove CruiseFeel the wild side of Bentota on a river safari: watch for crocodiles, monkeys, and kingfishers. Includes king coconut, expert sailor guide, and safe boats.Every day · First departure 06:00, last 16:00 · Pickup optional · All ages★ 4.93 (166)2h–3hEN · DE · RU · FR +1✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 32per person
10-day Sri Lanka round tour: Sigiriya, Kandy, Yala safari
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10-day Sri Lanka round tour: Sigiriya, Kandy, Yala safariTen days exploring Sri Lanka's ancient temples, wildlife and coast: Sigiriya Rock Fortress, Kandy's Sacred Tooth Relic, Yala safari.Every day · 23:30, 00:00 and 08:00 · Hotel pickup★ 4.98 (118)10dEN · HI · NO · DE +15✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 59per group
Colombo Car Rental with Driver: Daily Rates & Fuel Included
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Colombo Car Rental with Driver: Daily Rates & Fuel IncludedPrivate car rental with professional driver in Colombo. Fuel, parking, highway charges and accommodation included. 100km daily limit, free 200km bonus on 5+ day bookings.Every day · Pickup optional★ 4.95 (150)1d–30dEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 80per group

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Bentota River Safari: Mangroves, wildlife & crocodiles
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Bentota River Safari: Mangroves, wildlife & crocodiles★ 4.87 (116)2hENfromUS$ 32per person
Negombo city tour with private driver: Explore at your own pace
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Negombo city tour with private driver: Explore at your own pace★ 5.00 (112)4hENfromUS$ 25per person
Udawalawe Safari from Bentota: Private jeep with elephant viewing
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Udawalawe Safari from Bentota: Private jeep with elephant viewing★ 4.90 (84)10h–12hENfromUS$ 115per person
Colombo Airport Transfer to Any Sri Lanka City: Private Vehicle
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Colombo Airport Transfer to Any Sri Lanka City: Private Vehicle★ 4.99 (82)1h–3hEN · HI · RUfromUS$ 25per group
Ella day trip from Colombo: Train ride, tea factory & waterfalls
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Ella day trip from Colombo: Train ride, tea factory & waterfalls★ 4.89 (74)10h–12hENfromUS$ 145per person
Galle Day Trip from Bentota: River Safari & Stilt Fishermen
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Galle Day Trip from Bentota: River Safari & Stilt Fishermen★ 4.81 (69)8h–10hENfromUS$ 75per person
Yala Safari Day Trip from Bentota: Leopards & Elephants
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Yala Safari Day Trip from Bentota: Leopards & Elephants★ 4.80 (69)10h–12hENfromUS$ 125per person

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Galle Day Tour from Bentota: Tea, Turtles & UNESCO Fort
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Galle Day Tour from Bentota: Tea, Turtles & UNESCO FortPrivate full-day tour from Bentota along Sri Lanka's southern coast visiting a tea estate, stilt fishermen, sea turtle hatchery.Every day · 09:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 4★ 5.00 (34)5h–10hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 38per person
Lagoon Fishing in Bentota: Cast with a Local Fisherman
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Lagoon Fishing in Bentota: Cast with a Local FishermanFish the Bentota River lagoon at dawn or dusk with a local guide who provides all gear and pickup from nearby towns for the best catch of the day.Every day · First departure 05:30, last 15:00 · Pickup optional★ 4.92 (12)3h✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 75per person
Rent Car With Driver Sri Lanka: 100km Daily Included
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Rent Car With Driver Sri Lanka: 100km Daily IncludedRent a car with driver across Sri Lanka with 100 kilometers per day included, fuel surcharge and expressway charges covered.Every day · 06:30, 07:00 and 07:30 · Hotel pickup★ 5.00 (19)1dEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 79per group
Sinharaja Forest trek from Bentota: Private day trip with lunch
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Sinharaja Forest trek from Bentota: Private day trip with lunchTrek through Sri Lanka's UNESCO rainforest with a guide and swim in a natural waterfall. Includes authentic rice and curry lunch and private transport from Bentota.Every day · First departure 04:30, last 10:30 · Pickup optional · All ages★ 4.70 (10)8h–10hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 85per person
Sigiriya Dambulla Day Trip: Private Guide UNESCO Sites
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Sigiriya Dambulla Day Trip: Private Guide UNESCO SitesPrivate day trip from Colombo to Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Dambulla cave temple with hotel pickup, English-speaking guide, and transport included. Entrance fees separate.Every day · 06:00 · Pickup optional · All ages★ 4.91 (23)12h–14hEN · HI✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 87per person
Yala & Udawalawe: Safari Day Trip with Hotel Pickup & Lunch
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Yala & Udawalawe: Safari Day Trip with Hotel Pickup & LunchExplore Yala and Udawalawe in one day, spotting elephants and leopards with a local guide. Includes hotel pickup, safari jeep, and picnic lunch.Every day · First departure 02:30, last 05:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.57 (28)10h–12hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 100per person
Sigiriya & Dambulla Day Trip from Galle: Two UNESCO Sites
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Sigiriya & Dambulla Day Trip from Galle: Two UNESCO SitesTwo UNESCO World Heritage Sites in one day from Galle with private transport, professional guides, lunch and all entry fees included.Every day · First departure 04:00, last 12:00 · Pickup optional · All ages★ 4.84 (31)7h–14hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 110per person
Kandy Heritage Day Trip from Galle: Temple, Gardens & Tea Tasting
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Kandy Heritage Day Trip from Galle: Temple, Gardens & Tea TastingPrivate day trip from Galle to Kandy with Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, Royal Botanic Gardens, tea factory tour and tasting.Every day · 05:00 and 06:00 · Pickup optional · All ages★ 5.00 (16)10h–12hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 110per person
South Coast day tour from Galle: Madu River, turtles, fort
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South Coast day tour from Galle: Madu River, turtles, fortFive to seven hours exploring Galle's south coast with a chauffeur guide: boat safari through mangrove wetlands, sea turtle hatchery visit.Every day · First departure 07:00, last 14:00 · Pickup optional★ 5.00 (15)5h–7hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 115per person
Galle Day Tour from Bentota: Turtle Release & Fort
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Galle Day Tour from Bentota: Turtle Release & FortPrivate seven-hour tour from Bentota exploring Galle Fort's history, observing sea turtles, navigating Madu River by boat, and touring a moonstone mine with hotel pickup.Every day · First departure 08:00, last 09:30 · Hotel pickup · All ages★ 4.90 (21)7hEN✓ Free cancellationfromUS$ 119per person
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Bentota at a glance ✓ 2026-10-29

  • Most booked: Bentota River Safari: Crocodiles, Monkeys & Mangrove Cruise, US$ 32 (2h–3h, 4.93★ · 166).
  • Top rated: 10-day Sri Lanka round tour: Sigiriya, Kandy, Yala safari, US$ 59 (10d, 4.98★ · 118).
  • Best value: Colombo Car Rental with Driver: Daily Rates & Fuel Included, US$ 80 (1d–30d, 4.95★ · 150).

Of the 72 experiences: 70 with free cancellation, 70 with instant confirmation, 69 with hotel pickup and 37 bookable last-minute.

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