The Island Explorer
A long weekend on the south coast. Galle Fort at dawn, leopards at Yala, and sundowners at Mirissa.
What you will see
- Our head office → Galle
- Galle Fort & Unawatuna
- Mirissa & Weligama surf
- Yala safari
- Tangalle → our head office
The full plan
Our head office → Galle
Pick-up from our head office. Coastal drive south on the Galle Road. First night parked just outside the 17th-century fort walls — sunset on the ramparts.
Galle Fort & Unawatuna
Full morning exploring the Dutch fort: lighthouse, ramparts, lace-makers, the lighthouse cafe. Lunch in the old town. Afternoon swim at Unawatuna.
Mirissa & Weligama surf
Stilt fishermen at Koggala. Optional surf lesson at Weligama (€25 add-on, gear provided). Whale-watch boat from Mirissa Nov–Apr. Park beachside.
Yala safari
Pre-dawn jeep into Yala — best leopard density in Asia. Elephants, sloth bears, peacocks. Afternoon at the spectacular Dondra lighthouse — southernmost point of Sri Lanka.
Tangalle → our head office
Empty beaches at Tangalle. Cinnamon plantation visit. Return to our head office via the southern expressway. Drop-off late afternoon.
What is included
Included
- 4×4 luxury camper van with driver
- Fuel for the full route
- All campsite/parking fees
- 24/7 road support
Not included
- International flights
- Visa / ETA
- Travel insurance
- Lunches
- Optional surf/whale-watch
- Personal expenses & tips
Ready to book The Island Explorer?
€450 per person, 2 travellers minimum. Free cancellation up to 30 days.