Sri Lanka · NEGOMBO TOURS
15 reviewed
The shortlist we would hand a friend flying into Colombo: 15 negombo tours, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing worth knowing before you commit.
Tuk tuk city tour of Negombo with hotel pickup, a guide, and stops at temples, Dutch Fort, canals, and fish markets, plus optional lagoon safari.
“Nishan was a super guide, he shared lots of historic background as well as showing me a few additional places along the way. He’s also really friendly and a great photographer!”
Day trip from Colombo to Galle: Dutch Fort ramparts, mangrove safari, sea turtles, stilt fishermen and the Japanese Peace Pagoda.
“Caution about the length of time for the tour. Because of the distance needed to cover, our guide (Sean) rushed to show us most of the places but we still did not have time for the river tour, pagoda and lunch within the 8-10 hrs advertised and be back to our ship on time. There are a lot of places to cover. He was however excellent, accommodating, and knowledgeable. We had a couple of other time challenges (late start) but most importantly is that the supplier was empathetic and understanding. Not all tours go smoothly for whatever reason, but my wife and I rate this company and guide full marks…”
Private airport-to-Negombo transfer from Bandaranaike, $14 per group up to 3, with A/C, WiFi, bottled water, and mobile ticket.
“I’m in my 60’s travelling solo to Sri Lanka I didn’t want to search for a taxi at the airport after a 17 hour flight so booked Viator before I left, when the taxi arrived the driver did not know the hotel and didn’t have any internet to use gps, I used Read more”
Wilpattu National Park full-day Jeep safari from Negombo with early pickup, packed breakfast, lunch, water, and entrance included for wildlife viewing.
“Amazing day out!! Saw leopards, sloth bears and so much more. Really loved experiencing it, and felt much less busy than yala!”
Negombo motorcycle rental for a day with full insurance, unlimited mileage, helmets, pickup help, and roadside support across Sri Lanka.
“It was good and reasonable. Had my doubts at the beginning, but turned out to be a good one. Worth a shot, try it out. A friend recommended me”
3-day guided Sri Lanka loop from Colombo or Negombo, climbing Sigiriya, Temple of the Tooth, tea hills by train to Ella, plus Udawalawe safari.
“It was a great way to discover Sri Lanka. I can't wait to go back! Our guide Chatu took lots care to make sure we had a great experience and took time to explain some of the history and anecdotes as we went along.”
Private Negombo half-day tour with fish market, Dutch Canal and Fort, churches and temples, plus a 75-min Ayurvedic massage and rice-curry lunch.
“I had a great morning tour of Negombo with my driver Shageerh. Highlight was a walk around the fish market and Angurukaramulla Temple. The Dutch Fort was interesting with the visitors for the city jail waiting outside to visit family. Lots to see and well worth doing.”
From Colombo or Negombo, visit Dambulla Cave Temple, climb Sigiriya Lion Rock, then spot wildlife on a Minneriya safari in 16 hours.
“The tour was very well organised. Our tour guide was very informative and the tour it self was great fun, the elephants topped it all up. I would recommend the tour.”
Private day trip from Colombo or Negombo to Dambulla Cave Temples, Sigiriya Lion Rock, and Minneriya elephants, with a guide.
“Our driver/guide Sanchitha was great, he was at the pickup right on time and extremely friendly and professional, he made our day a fantastic experience, he couldn’t be anymore helpful… thank you very much Sanchitha 😁”
Safari from Negombo to Wilpattu National Park, with a personal guide, jeep ride, villus lakes, and a real shot at leopards.
“Es ist für mich persönlich Zuviel Fahrerei gewesen für im Endeffekt 5 Wildtiere zu sehen. Ansonsten alles pünktlich Guide war bemüht. Essen war gut.👍”
Private day trip from Colombo to Sigiriya, Dambulla and Minneriya safari with A/C pickup. Tickets and safari extra.
“This turned out, after starting pretty nonchalantly, to be a most amazing and epic journey. The high point was our jeep safari in Hurulu, where we encountered a small elephant herd, with a tusker at very close range. The drive-thru through tRead more”
Negombo in 3 to 5 hours by private tuk tuk with hotel pickup, free church and market stops, plus an optional lagoon boat ride.
“Robin Fernando did a great job of showing us the highlights of the city and what life is like in Negombo. Thank you!”
Private 10-hour day trip from Colombo or Negombo: Madu River safari, Kosgoda turtle hatchery, Galle Fort walk, moonstone visit.
“What an amazing trip the turtle hatchery was amazing and the guide was so helpful the river safari was amazing and well worth the money and the mineral deposit was stunning seeing all the gems and the process behind making them into jewellery the local restaurant was amazing and food was very good and really well priced big thank you to my guid and driver janaka was so kind and helpful and made it a good time would recommend this trip to everyone”
Colombo or Negombo to Sigiriya and Dambulla with a village tour, spice garden, and wild jeep safari. Long day, big UNESCO payoff.
“The activity esa incredible, and also, our guide, Lekindu, has been aware that at all times we do what we like, he has even made stops off the route so that we can see other activities that we have loved. He has explained many things about the activities, recommending the best ones. The driving has been very good, it has even let us play music to our liking! Really, ask Lekindu as a guide, highly recommended.”
Negombo Lagoon boat safari with hotel pickup, tuk tuk sightseeing, mangroves, monkeys, and fresh fruit on the water, plus entry included.
“The number one activity to do in Negombo. Can recommend the afternoon because of cooler temperatures. The tour guide was exceptional. He played fantastic music for us in the tuk tuk on the way yo the Lagoon. The fruit platter in the Lagoon was delightful and fresh and the experience feeding the monkeys was terrific. We had a truly great day!!!”
