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The 15 Best Tours in Hikkaduwa

36 tours  ·  from $15 a head

Good tours in Hikkaduwa fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Hikkaduwa/Galle/Weligama/Mirissa/Tangalle: Yala Safari Tour - The coastal pickup and road transfer
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Hikkaduwa/Galle/Weligama/Mirissa/Tangalle: Yala Safari Tour

1.Hikkaduwa/Galle/Weligama/Mirissa/Tangalle: Yala Safari Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 263 reviews · 9 hours · from $45Our pick

Travel by air-conditioned vehicle from Hikkaduwa, Galle, Weligama, Mirissa, or Tangalle to Yala National Park. A local driver such as Dilan, Sasanka, Chathura, or Tikiri takes you on a three-hour Jeep safari, looking for leopards, elephants, crocodiles, buffalo, deer, and birds. The listed price is $45, plus the park fee.

“Chathura is a best driver ever! We were not scared with him, so professional and friendly! Hello from Belarus. We wish you all the best!”

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Galle/Mirissa/Tangalle: Transfer to Ella & Yala Safari - From your hotel to Yala National Park
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Galle/Mirissa/Tangalle: Transfer to Ella & Yala Safari

2.Galle/Mirissa/Tangalle: Transfer to Ella & Yala Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 235 reviews · 4 - 9 hours · from $11Best value

Travel from Galle, Mirissa, Weligama, Matara, Hiriketiya, or Tangalle to Ella with a three-hour Yala National Park safari en route. Your air-conditioned transfer vehicle meets an open-sided safari jeep at the park. Guides such as Dilan, Sasanka, Tikiri, and Ishan are praised for spotting wildlife and sharing useful nature facts.

“Our guide Dilan was really nice. We could spot elephants, buffaloes and lucky enough to spot one leopard. I had a great safari.”

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Hikkaduwa/Galle/Mirissa/Hiriketiya/Tangalle:Day Trip to ELLA - Buduruwagala Temple and its quiet stone figures
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Hikkaduwa/Galle/Mirissa/Hiriketiya/Tangalle:Day Trip to ELLA

3.Hikkaduwa/Galle/Mirissa/Hiriketiya/Tangalle:Day Trip to ELLA

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 171 reviews · 6 - 14 hours · from $60

Travel from Hikkaduwa, Galle, Unawatuna, Weligama, Mirissa, Matara, Hiriketiya, or Tangalle to Ella with an English-speaking driver-guide. You’ll visit Buduruwagala Temple, Ravana Falls, Little Adam’s Peak, Nine Arch Bridge, a tea factory, and ride the train from Demodara. Guides such as Yasith, Ojitha, Nihal, and Chamarindu are praised for safe driving and helpful local advice.

“Tour emozionante e ben organizzato, ricco di punti di interesse. La nostra guida (Ogitha) si è dimostrata molto disponibile e competente, fornendo spiegazioni chiare e approfondite sulle zone visitate e rispettando pienamente il programma previsto. Esperienza adatta anche a bambini di 3 anni. Exciting and well-organized tour, rich in points of interest. Our guide (Ogitha) was very helpful and knowledgeable, providing clear and in-depth explanations of the areas visited while fully respecting the planned itinerary. The tour is also suitable for children as young as 3 years old.”

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The Most Recommended Round Tour in Sri Lanka - Day 2: Sunrise at Pidurangala, elephants at Minneriya
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The Most Recommended Round Tour in Sri Lanka

4.The Most Recommended Round Tour in Sri Lanka

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 116 reviews · from $25Top rated

This private Sri Lankan round tour uses daily transport and a driver-guide to link Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella, Yala, Mirissa, Galle, and Hikkaduwa. Guides including Lashan, Pubudu, Sanju, and Vimu may lead the trip. Hotels, meals, and most entry fees are separate, so you can shape the route around your interests.

“I could not have been happier with my wonderful driver, Pubudu. I was traveling solo so safety was really important to me, and I felt completely comfortable with him the entire trip. He was kind and helpful, and a great, competent driver, no matter where we went. The cRead more”

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Hikkaduwa/Galle/Weligama/Mirissa/Tangalle: Udawalawa Safari - Choosing the right safari departure
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Hikkaduwa/Galle/Weligama/Mirissa/Tangalle: Udawalawa Safari

5.Hikkaduwa/Galle/Weligama/Mirissa/Tangalle: Udawalawa Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 114 reviews · 3 - 8 hours · from $27

Travel by air-conditioned car from Hikkaduwa, Galle, Mirissa, or Tangalle to Udawalawe National Park. A local guide such as Pathum or Mahesh leads the 4x4 safari, where you may see elephants, crocodiles, buffalo, deer, and birds. Add the Elephant Transit Home feeding visit for a useful conservation stop.

“We were a bit unsure at first when booking this activity. The reviews were too good, almost too good to be true. After the activity I cannot find anything negative to say. Our driver Janaka picked us up from our Airbnb precisely at 12 and drove us to the park. He was very talkative and told us many interesting facts about the country as well as showing us many locations on the way. The drive was very comfortable with AC and water in a nice car! At Udawalawe the safari jeep was already waiting for us (no waiting time) and our guide Pathum showed us the best spots in the…”

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Udawalawe Safari Private Day Trip with Lunch - All Inclusive - The Private Transfer From Coast to Park
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Udawalawe Safari Private Day Trip with Lunch – All Inclusive

6.Udawalawe Safari Private Day Trip with Lunch – All Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 69 reviews · 6 - 12 hours · from $110

Join Bentota Travel Mart for a private Udawalawe day trip with hotel pickup, a 3 to 3.5-hour jeep safari, the Elephant Transit Home feeding session, and lunch. Drivers such as Dinesh and Ravin handle the road transfer, while a park guide helps you spot elephants, crocodiles, birds, monkeys, and smaller wildlife.

“Everything was excellent to the punctual pickup by Dinesh, smooth drive & handover to jeep & safari guide We saw loads of Elephants & even a 5 day old baby. Lots of other animals & birds seen & expertly pointed out to us. Would highly recommend Bentota Travel mart for this experience. Thanks to all!!”

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taxi service Airport (BIA)to pick up and drop hotel down south - Finding the driver inside Bandaranaike International Airport
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taxi service Airport (BIA)to pick up and drop hotel down south

7.taxi service Airport (BIA)to pick up and drop hotel down south

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 62 reviews · from $40

Travel privately from Bandaranaike International Airport to Hikkaduwa or another southern destination with Mahesh Tours and Taxi Service. Your driver meets you inside the airport with a name board, helps with a SIM card or money exchange, and uses the southern expressway. Air-conditioned vehicles, flight tracking, flexible comfort stops, and airport drop-offs are included.

“good journey but paid more than initially agreed though i thought that was a mistake initially. Driver friendly and drove safely and the highway was in very good condition.”

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Colombo Airport Transfer to Any Hotel or City in Sri Lanka - From the terminal to your hotel, with no shared ride
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Colombo Airport Transfer to Any Hotel or City in Sri Lanka

8.Colombo Airport Transfer to Any Hotel or City in Sri Lanka

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $25

TravelHikka Tours provides private transfers from Colombo Airport to hotels and cities across Sri Lanka. Your English-speaking chauffeur meets you with a name board, tracks flight delays, handles luggage, and drives you door to door in an air-conditioned vehicle. Chaminda Wicramasinghe is among the drivers praised for friendly service.

“Chaminda is an excellent choice for your transportation needs from/to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)! He contacted me immediately after I booked via Viator and maintained consistent communication with me through my pickRead more”

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From Ella : Udawalawa Safari & Drop Tangalle/ Mirissa/ Galle - Entering Udawalawe National Park
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From Ella : Udawalawa Safari & Drop Tangalle/ Mirissa/ Galle

9.Udawalawa Safari & Drop Tangalle/ Mirissa/ Galle

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 45 reviews · 8 - 9 hours · from $47

Leave Ella for a 4x4 safari in Udawalawe National Park, where you may see elephants, buffaloes, leopards, peacocks, and other birds. Visit the Elephant Transit Home at a scheduled feeding, then continue by air-conditioned vehicle to Mirissa, Galle, Hikkaduwa, Tangalle, or another listed stop. Guide Baeus has earned special praise for his wildlife skills.

“Baeus, our tour guide, was so informative, very professional and took great care of us! The transport pick up was reliable and on time, we had an incredible safari experience. There was a que to get into the national park but once we were inside, Baeus took us away from the crowds and other jeeps where we got so up close to the elephants. Brillant experience! Would definitely recommend :)) thanks Baeus”

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Kayaking Adventure on serene waters through mangroves, Akurala - Paddling through the mangrove channels
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Kayaking Adventure on serene waters through mangroves, Akurala

10.Kayaking Adventure on serene waters through mangroves, Akurala

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · from $15

Set out at 8:00 am from Happy Turtles Travels in Akurala for a two-hour private kayak trip through quiet mangrove-covered water reservoirs. Guides lead you past birdlife, water monitors, and bats, with a memorable paddle beneath a running train. Guide Kalu is praised for his friendly help. The meeting point can be hard to spot, so arrive prepared.

“Every thing is great, kalu was a great man very friendly very good every thing was just perfect without any additional hidden fees”

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From Galle/ Mirissa/ Tangalle : Udawalawa Safari & Drop Ella - From the south coast to Udawalawe
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From Galle/ Mirissa/ Tangalle : Udawalawa Safari & Drop Ella

11.From Galle/ Mirissa/ Tangalle : Udawalawa Safari & Drop Ella

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 31 reviews · 8 hours · from $46

Travel from Hikkaduwa, Galle, Mirissa, or Tangalle to Udawalawe for a three-hour 4x4 safari, a baby elephant feeding session, and a drive to Ella. You may see elephants, buffaloes, crocodiles, leopards, and birds. The $46 price excludes park and transit-home fees, so budget for roughly $43 more, plus food.

“Après un grand nombre de négociations, nous avons pu maintenir l horaire de départ fixé sur le billet. Autrement super organisation et très bon rapport qualité/ prix.”

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Anyone Can Cook - Bentota Cooking Class - What Happens During the Three-Hour Visit
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Anyone Can Cook – Bentota Cooking Class

12.Anyone Can Cook – Bentota Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · from $58

Spend about three hours learning Sri Lankan cooking with local chef Mrs. Kumudu at Anyone Can Cook in Bentota. You will work with local spices and ingredients, prepare several dishes, and eat the results as a buffet lunch. Morning and afternoon classes are available. Hotel transfers cost extra.

“Really good way to learn about Sri Lankan cooking while making excellent dishes and eating them afterwards. Fresh ingredients, great space and instruction. Definitely recommend this if near Bentota”

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Value Tour: One Day Safari Trip to Yala & Udawalawe w/ Lunch - Yala at sunrise: the strongest opening
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Value Tour: One Day Safari Trip to Yala & Udawalawe w/ Lunch

13.Value Tour: One Day Safari Trip to Yala & Udawalawe w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 13 reviews · 1 day · from $57

Leave your hotel before sunrise for Yala National Park, then stop for a local picnic lunch and feeding time at Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home. Finish with a 3 PM safari in Udawalawe. Guides such as Dilan, Ishan, Naja, and Sasanka have led recent trips, but the assigned guide can vary.

“Our tour was great! The tour guide Naja was fantastic and made sure we got everywhere we needed and that our lunch was provided. He took care to ensure we saw as many animals as possible which made the trip incredible! I would recommend for anyone wanting to see lots of animals as both parks combined satisfy that. Make sure you bring the money for the park entrances, in cash, for a smooth trip.”

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Mirissa/Weligama/Galle: Galle & Bentota Coastal Day Tour - The ride from Mirissa, Weligama, or Galle
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Mirissa/Weligama/Galle: Galle & Bentota Coastal Day Tour

14.Mirissa/Weligama/Galle: Galle & Bentota Coastal Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 12 reviews · from $57

Travel by air-conditioned car from Mirissa, Weligama, Galle, or nearby south-coast towns to Madu Ganga, a cinnamon garden, turtle hatchery, lunch, and Galle Fort. Your English-speaking driver, including guides such as Ravi, Suresh, or Madu, handles the route. Boat and entry fees cost extra.

“Suresh was my driver and he did an excellent job. Also enjoyed the Sea turtle factory, boat tour in mangroves and Galle fort. Would highly recommend ⭐️”

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Galle City Tour And Shopping - Galle Dutch Fort, the essential first stop
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Galle City Tour And Shopping

15.Galle City Tour And Shopping

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12 reviews · from $41

Travel from Hikkaduwa to Galle in a private vehicle for five to six hours, visiting Galle Fort, a turtle hatchery, gem museum, silk factory, spice garden, beaches, Yatagala temple, and local markets. Your guide provides the history and local context, while several stops also offer shopping. Some entrance fees and purchases cost extra.

“Jungle beaxh and scenery of fishery village ware wonderful. Wall abd clock tower in the galle fort were impressive.”

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