9 Days Sri Lanka Itinerary: Rivers, Mountains and Wildlife Private Tour
An action-packed route with white-water rafting, waterfall abseiling, hill-country hikes, a Yala leopard safari and snorkelling on the west coast. This 9 days Sri Lanka itinerary runs as a private tour with your own vehicle and driver-guide, so you travel at your own pace.
Tour Highlights
Rafting and abseiling in Kitulgala
Horton Plains and Ella hikes
Two days of Yala safari
Snorkelling in Hikkaduwa and a turtle hatchery
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive, Colombo to Kitulgala
Drive inland to the rainforest village of Kitulgala.
Day 2: Kitulgala
Raft the Kelani River rapids and abseil down Sandun Ella waterfall.
Day 3: Horton Plains to Ella
Hike to World's End, then continue to Ella.
Day 4: Ella
Visit Nine Arches Bridge, hike Lipton's Seat and swim at Ellewala Falls.
Day 5: Ella to Yala
Climb Little Adam's Peak, then head south with an optional afternoon safari.
Day 6: Yala Safari
Take a jeep safari in search of leopards and elephants.
Day 7: Yala to Bentota via Galle
Tour Galle Fort and enjoy a seafood dinner on the coast.
Day 8: Hikkaduwa and Kosgoda
Snorkel the coral at Hikkaduwa and visit a turtle hatchery.
Day 9: Departure
Enjoy a final beach morning before your airport transfer.
Why Book This Private Tour
Your own private vehicle and driver-guide for the whole trip
Travel on the dates that suit you
Hotels, pace and stops can be customised
Best Time to Visit
December to April is the best time for this itinerary, with dry, sunny weather on the west and south coasts and in the hill country.
Contact us to tailor this Sri Lanka private tour itinerary to your budget and travel style.