Travel from Kandy to Arugam Bay with a private chauffeur from SL RIDE. The cultural heart of Sri Lanka, set among misty hills and home to the revered Temple of the Tooth Relic. A world-famous surf point on the east coast, surrounded by lagoons, wildlife, and an easy-going surfer culture. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive across Sri Lanka.
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Distance
198 km
Estimated Travel Time
~4h 57m
Vehicle Options
Car, Van, Bus
A pleasant walk around the scenic lake in the heart of Kandy, with views of the cloud-capped hills.
Watch professional surfers ride the famous point break as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean.
Stroll through 147 acres of stunning gardens featuring giant bamboo, orchids, a spice garden, and a famous Java fig tree.
Visit the world-famous Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, home to the largest herd of captive elephants in the world. Watch baby elephants being bottle-fed and see the entire herd walk to the nearby river for their daily bath — a truly magical experience just a short drive from Kandy.
Learn about cinnamon, cardamom, and other native spices at a working plantation outside Kandy.
Visit Sri Lanka's most sacred Buddhist site, housing the revered tooth relic of the Buddha within a beautiful golden shrine.
A colourful evening performance of ancient Kandyan drumming, fire walking, and classical dance.
Walk to a scenic ocean headland where surfers ride the waves below and sea eagles circle overhead.
A remote wilderness safari through the park adjacent to Yala, famous for its vast bird colonies and wildlife.
Explore the mangrove-lined lagoon by boat and spot crocodiles, water buffalo, and rare birdlife.
Learn to surf at Arugam Bay's famous point break — one of the top ten surf spots in the world.
