SRI LANKA · REGION
Sri Lanka’s best days out.
The 15 most popular dambulla tours in Sri Lanka. The ones worth building a day around, with prices, run times and who runs them.
3 days in Sri Lanka from Sigiriya to Ella by train: Sacred Tooth in Kandy, tea country, sunrise hikes, and Udawalawe elephants.
Most Popular“Fits so much of Sri Lanka into quite a short time. Two highlights for us would be the safari, and the beautiful mountain town of Ella and its stunning sunrise. Thanks to our driver Rukshan - who was a pro at navigating us around.”
16-hour Colombo/Negombo tour linking Dambulla caves, Sigiriya Rock, and a Minneriya safari, with hotel pickup and transfers.
“amazing driver and also fill us with so interesting informations”
Tuk tuk day tour from Kandy to Sigiriya with Matale and Dambulla temples, spice garden, village life, wildlife safari, and rock views.
“Our driver Dhanu was great, he drove us to the places we wanted to go, also stopped to a restaurant on request, and gave us some information about Sri Lanka which is always nice to know. We left at 6AM and came back at 3PM.”
Morning 4-hour Hurulu Eco Park safari from Sigiriya with pickup, English guide, and off-road jeep time for elephants and birdlife.
“Thank you so much, such a nice experience !”
5-day Sri Lanka circuit with cave temples, Sigiriya rock views, Kandy relic sights, tea hikes, and an Udawalawe elephant safari.
Sigiriya to Polonnaruwa day tour with a jeep safari for elephants and major ruins like Gal Vihara and Parakrama Samudra for $49.
“Elephant safari in the morning to Hurulu Conservation Park was brilliant. Saw so many elephants close up inc 4 babies. Overall, a great day out.”
A full day from Dambulla packed with **Sigiriya**, **Polonnaruwa**, and the Dambulla Golden Cave Temple, with a private driver and easy logistics.
“Esperienza eccezionale, giornata piena con alba sulla meravigliosa cima di Sigirya, a seguire tutto il sito di Polonnaruwa ed infine la cava del tempio d’oro a Dambulla! La mia guida Dinesh è stata molto gentile, premuroso e preciso mi ha guidato per i vari siti e dato utili consigli. Nel tragitto abbiamo anche incontrato scimmie…”
Private Kandy to Sigiriya day tour with Matale temples, craft stops, Minneriya safari, and Dambulla cave temple views.
“I had an amazing day — I absolutely loved everything I visited! Banuka was a fantastic guide: he drove really well, explained things clearly without ever being boring, and made the whole experience super enjoyable. He also took beautiful photos and was always respectful, friendly, and kind. I 100% recommend him! The safari itself was…”
Kandy to Sigiriya tuk tuk safari: Matale temple, Dambulla cave art, spice garden, village and wildlife safari, climb Lion Rock or Pidurangala
“Hemos repetido con Masi, el mismo guia de ayer. Nos gusto tanto que decidimos hacer otra excursion con el, hoy a sigiriya. hemos ido a la roca del leon ( la roca del leon es 1h de subida en escaleras y 1h de bajada) y luego hay otra opcion que es pirudangala rock. La roca…”
Private 3.5-hour transfer from Sigiriya to Kandy with a UNESCO Dambulla Temple stop, herbal spice garden, and wood carving.
Private south-coast day from Colombo or Negombo: Madu River mangrove boat safari, sea turtle rescue visit, and Galle Fort ramparts.
“Nasz kierowca Banuka był bardzo pomocny. Opowiadał nam o odwiedzanych miejscach. Polecam serdecznie tego kierowcę!!!”
Private day trip from Kandy to Sigiriya, Dambulla and Habarana safari with lion rock, cave murals, village lunch, and possible elephant sightings.
“Good trip to Sigiriya. Sinam was very knowledgable about the local area and showed us some terrific food spots on the way. Very friendly and easy to talk to.”
Kandy to Sigiriya day tour with Matale temple, spice garden, Dambulla caves, Sigiriya climb, and optional elephant safari with a small group.
“I had a really nice experience with my driver Ruwan. He made sure I feel good and took really nice care of me. He also guided me in Dumballa cave Temple and on our way back we stopped in a spices farm, which was very nice. I reccomend 👌.”
One day from Kandy to Sigiriya, Dambulla caves, and a Minneriya jeep safari for elephants, murals, and panoramic views.
“We had a wonderful experience with a fun driver Gajen who was knowledgeable with excellent English. Great driver, music and recommendations for lunch, etc.”
See Dambulla’s cave temples and 80+ Buddha statues, then ride by bullock cart and boat for a real Sri Lankan village lunch.
“Wonderful cooking experience with a lady at the village 💓 good boat tour also!”
The cultural triangle, the hill country, the wildlife parks and the south coast, all on one island.
