Family Time in Sri Lanka: Wildlife Adventures & Coastal Bliss
Designed with families in mind, this relaxed yet exciting Sri Lanka itinerary offers the perfect blend of adventure and downtime. Explore lush tea country, thrilling wildlife safaris, and golden beaches while staying in family-friendly, characterful properties. With minimal travel time and plenty of fun activities, it’s a journey everyone will cherish.
Journey highlights
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Perfect for younger families as well as families with teenagers
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See some of Sri Lanka's most wonderful highlights without too much driving, ideal for families with younger children
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Go in search of leopards in Yala National Park
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Visit tea factories, and if you wish go hiking into the hill country
Our tailor made journeys include:
- Your dedicated Travel Consultant who will take care of arrangements
- Private international airport transfers in destination
- Your own private, English-speaking local guides
- Unique experiences, hand-picked by our Journeys team
- Entrance to must-see local sites
- Dedicated 24/7 team providing in-country support and guidance
- Complimentary access to My Scott Dunn – industry-leading travel app providing pre-departure information and in-journey support
When to visit
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Year round destination. Because the Hill Country it so high up it rarely gets unbearably hot. The months of December to April are probably the best time to visit, as temperatures rise to around 28C during the day but cool down at night. During the monsoon season from October to December you can expect heavy downpours. June to September are the driest months here, when there’s almost no rain at all.
Itinerary
Fly to Colombo
Hatton: Tea Country Treasures
Begin your journey in a lovely converted tea bungalow, perched above the tea country. Three nights here helps you unwind after the flight, taking life slow. Here we can arrange treasure hunts through the spice plantations, but also walks through the tea fields, trips to the local tea factory and learning to cook. Older kids can enjoy white water rafting and go hiking.
Accommodation: Camellia Hills ( 3 nights )
Yala National Park: Into the Wild
From here you'll be whisked off to Yala National Park; home to one of the highest concentrations of leopards in the world, Yala is also a fantastic habitat for elephants, deer and sloth bear. Over your two nights, enjoy time exploring in your jeep on enthralling game drives, going in search of these illusive creatures.
Accommodation: Chena Huts ( 2 nights )
Tangalle: Beachside Bliss
Not far, just around the corner on the coast, you’ll have six nights in Tangalle. Enjoy cycling through the coconut groves and playing on the expansive beach. At certain times of year it's possible to see turtles hatching along this coast.
Accommodation: Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort ( 6 nights )
Kotugoda: A Sweet Farewell
To end your family vacation, head back to Colombo for one night so that it is just a short flight back to the airport for your onward flight home.
Accommodation: The Wallawwa ( 1 night )
Fly home from Colombo
Call us on 212 372 7009 to start planning your holiday.
Price Guide: (per person based on double occupancy and excludes international flights)
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Price from*
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Deposit from * | Enquire |
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| December 2024 | $7,800 | $1,900 | plan your trip |
| January 2025 | $7,800 | $1,900 | plan your trip |
| February 2025 | $7,800 | $1,900 | plan your trip |
| March 2025 | $7,800 | $1,900 | plan your trip |
| April 2025 | $6,700 | $1,700 | plan your trip |
| May 2025 | $5,500 | $1,400 | plan your trip |
| June 2025 | $5,500 | $1,400 | plan your trip |
| July 2025 | $7,800 | $1,900 | plan your trip |
| August 2025 | $7,800 | $1,900 | plan your trip |
| September 2025 | $6,700 | $1,700 | plan your trip |
| October 2025 | $5,500 | $1,400 | plan your trip |
| November 2025 | $6,700 | $1,700 | plan your trip |
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December 2024
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public vacations) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveler pricing is available upon request.
$7,800
Deposit from*$1,900
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January 2025
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public vacations) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveler pricing is available upon request.
$7,800
Deposit from*$1,900
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February 2025
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public vacations) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveler pricing is available upon request.
$7,800
Deposit from*$1,900
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March 2025
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public vacations) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveler pricing is available upon request.
$7,800
Deposit from*$1,900
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April 2025
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public vacations) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveler pricing is available upon request.
$6,700
Deposit from*$1,700
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May 2025
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public vacations) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveler pricing is available upon request.
$5,500
Deposit from*$1,400
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June 2025
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public vacations) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveler pricing is available upon request.
$5,500
Deposit from*$1,400
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July 2025
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public vacations) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveler pricing is available upon request.
$7,800
Deposit from*$1,900
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August 2025
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public vacations) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveler pricing is available upon request.
$7,800
Deposit from*$1,900
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September 2025
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public vacations) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveler pricing is available upon request.
$6,700
Deposit from*$1,700
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October 2025
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public vacations) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveler pricing is available upon request.
$5,500
Deposit from*$1,400
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November 2025
Price from *
- Pricing is a guideline only, is based on two people sharing and excludes special offers.
- Travel over peak periods (e.g. Christmas, New Year, festivals and other public vacations) can affect prices considerably, as can exchange rates, flight class and room type.
- Solo traveler pricing is available upon request.
$6,700
Deposit from*$1,700
- plan your trip