Winter Family Holiday to Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka Family Holiday

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Go biking amid the astonishing ruins of ancient civilisations, scale a mini mountain in Tea Country, seek out leopards and elephants on safari, and finally unwind amid the sheer bliss of a luxury tropical beach hotel.

We venture north into the Cultural Triangle for some easy-going and fascinating history lessons accompanied by bike rides through paddyfields and even the option of horse riding through stunning landscapes. Next, we’ll head towards the verdant tea plantations in the centre of the island where a mini mountain is waiting to be scaled. Then, we sample Sri Lanka’s wildlife wonders, from leopards to elephants. The natural history of Yala National Park will leave everyone in awe. And finally just a stone’s throw from Galle fort are a series of beautiful beaches with gentle surf which is perfect for the kids to master the art of body boarding or surfing.

Sample itinerary in brief

Remember: our itineraries are purely for inspiration purposes only - every detail can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Day	Place	Highlights	Hotel Options
1-4	Cultural Triangle 1	Ancient city of Anuradhapura; Sigiriya Rock Fortress; Dambulla Caves	Ulagalla
4-7	Tea Country 2	Tea factory experience; Climb Mini Adam's Peak; Travel by train	Nine Skies
7-9	Yala National Park 3	Private safari; Wildlife galore; Expert naturalists	Kulu Safari Camp
9-14	Galle and the Southern Beaches 4	Private walking tour of Galle Fort; Beautiful beaches; Safe surfing	Frangipani Tree

What's Included

International flights
Private expert family guides
Hand-picked child friendly hotels
Interactive and interesting activities for kids
Dedicated Family Escapologist support 24/7

Sample itinerary in full

DAYS 1-4 | Cultural Triangle

Highlights: Bike around the ancient city of Anuradhapura; Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress; Visit Dambulla Caves

As your plane touches down in Colombo airport, your family holiday in Sri Lanka, your private Yonder chauffeur guide will be waiting to seamlessly transport you north towards the Cultural Triangle. You’ll check into the luxurious and exotic Ulagalla resort where the children can roam free (or under supervision from one of the willing hotel staff) on foot, on bikes or on horseback, safe in the vast estate. Its from here that you’ll climb the Lion Fortress, also known as Sigiriya Rock, and visit the fantastic interactive museum at its base.

Your included hotel

Ulagalla

Your alternative hotel choices

Vil Uyana

Cinnamon Lodge

The Mud House

DAYS 4-7 | Tea Country

Highlights: Tea factory experience; Climb Mini Adam's Peak; Bike over the Nine Arch bridge; Travel by train

The drive towards Ella in the heart of Sri Lanka’s Tea Country is spectacular. On arrival at Nine Skies perched above the Finlay Tea Estate, you’ll immediately feel at home. It will act as your basecamp for the assent of Mini Adam’s Peak, a bite-sized challenge perfect for youngsters. And after you’ve run out of puff you can jump aboard a train and travel over the famous, colonial-era Nine Skies Bridge for a unique new perspective on this exceptional country.

Your included hotel

Nine Skies

Your alternative hotel choices

Ceylon Tea Trails

Living Heritage Koslanda

Madulkelle Tea and Eco Lodge

Jetwing St Andews

DAYS 7-9 | Yala National Park

Highlights: Private safari; Wildlife galore; Expert naturalists

Arriving at your tented safari camp, the youngsters will immediately sense the excitement in the air. Kulu Safaris, on the edge of the national park, is itself a thoroughfare for amazing wildlife. You’ll go on two private safaris into the park and will hopefully encounter leopards, elephants, sloth bear, jackals and a variety of other mammals, birds and reptiles. The watering hole within the safari camp can be explored by canoe with a guide, who will happily teach your little fledglings about the extraordinary nature.

Your included hotel

Kulu Safari Camp

Your alternative hotel choices

Chena Huts

Cinnamon Wild

DAYS 9-14 | Galle and the Southern Beaches

Highlights: Private walking tour of Galle Fort; Beautiful beaches: Safe surfing

Following the southern coast, you explore the lighthouse at Dondra, the southernmost point in Sri Lanka, before continuing on towards Galle. Your destination is the delightful Frangipani Tree, perfectly located between Galle Fort and a number of safe surfing and swimming beaches. Your driver will be on hand to take you into the old colonial fort for a child orientated tour with our favourite resident historian. You’ll explore the alleyways and ramparts, hearing captivating stories of years gone by.

Your included hotel