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Your Local Travel Partner in Kosgoda and Bentota

Ceylon Island Journeys is a locally based private tour and transport service in Kosgoda, Sri Lanka.We provide private day tours, short Sri Lanka round tours, chauffeur-guide services, private drivers, airport transfers and tourist transport for travellers staying in Kosgoda, Bentota and nearby beach destinations.Whether you need a one-day excursion, a private driver for several days or a complete Sri Lanka round tour, we can help you plan a comfortable and practical journey.

Our Story

Ceylon Island Journeys was created to help travellers discover more of Sri Lanka while staying around Kosgoda and Bentota.Many visitors choose the southern coast for its beaches, hotels and relaxed atmosphere. However, they may also want to visit Sri Lanka’s wildlife parks, hill country, ancient cities, cultural attractions and local villages.We make these journeys easier by arranging private travel directly from the guest’s hotel, villa or guesthouse.

Our services include:

  • Private day tours
  • Two to eight-day round tours
  • Tailor-made Sri Lanka tours
  • Chauffeur-guide services
  • Private driver tours
  • Airport transfers
  • Tourist taxi services
  • Hotel-to-hotel transfers
  • Private cars and vans with drivers

Every journey can be planned according to the guest’s available time, interests and preferred travel pace.

Discover More
of Sri Lanka from the Southern Coast

Our mission is to help travellers discover Sri Lanka through personal service, comfortable private transport and well-planned tours. We want guests staying in Kosgoda and Bentota to experience more than the beach by exploring Sri Lanka’s culture, wildlife, landscapes and local communities.

Our Mission Making Sri Lanka Easy to Explore

To provide safe, comfortable, and personalized travel experiences across Sri Lanka through reliable service, honest communication, and local expertise. We are committed to creating memorable journeys with private tours, airport transfers, and chauffeur-driven travel, ensuring every guest enjoys exceptional hospitality.

Our Vision A Trusted Private Tour Service from Kosgoda and Bentota

About theOwner

A Personal andLocally Based Service

Ceylon Island Journeys is operated by Loku Liyana Srinath Mendis and is based in Nape, Kosgoda.Being locally based allows us to provide convenient pickups and personal travel assistance for guests staying in Kosgoda, Bentota and nearby coastal areas.Guests can communicate directly with us when planning a tour, confirming transport or making changes to an itinerary.We believe that clear communication, honest information and personal service are important when arranging private travel in Sri Lanka.

Nadeesha Perera
Contact Us Ceylon Island Journeys

Tours andTransport from Kosgoda and Bentota

Please provide your exact hotel name, villa name or pickup address when making an enquiry.

Our main pickup and drop-off areas include

Pickup can also be arranged from

ExploreSri Lanka from Your Beach Hotel

Our private day tours are designed for travellers who want to explore Sri Lanka while continuing to stay at their beach hotel in Kosgoda, Bentota or a nearby area.

Popular day-tour experiences include:
  • Kosgoda turtle conservation centres
  • Madu River boat safari
  • Galle Fort
  • Udawalawe National Park safari
  • Yala National Park safari
  • Sinharaja Rainforest
  • Mirissa whale watching
  • Lunuganga Estate
  • Brief Garden
  • Colombo city
  • Kandy

Guests travel in a private vehicle and can return to their hotel after the tour.Tour starting times and itineraries can be adjusted where practical.

Travel with a Chauffeur Guide

Ceylon Island Journeys can provide chauffeur guides for private tours around Sri Lanka.A chauffeur guide combines private driving with destination knowledge and travel assistance during the tour.

This service is suitable for:
  • Couples
  • Solo travellers
  • Families
  • Senior travellers
  • Small private groups
  • First-time visitors to Sri Lanka
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A chauffeur guide can assist with:
  • Daily transport
  • Route planning
  • Attraction information
  • Hotel check-ins
  • Local recommendations
  • Safari and activity coordination
  • Practical assistance during the journey

Guide availability should be confirmed when making the booking.

A Tour Planned Around You

Not every traveller wants the same destinations or travel schedule.

We can prepare a customised private tour based on:
  • Number of travel days
  • Travel dates
  • Pickup and drop-off locations
  • Preferred destinations
  • Wildlife interests
  • Cultural interests
  • Hill-country experiences
  • Beach stays
  • Walking and accessibility requirements
  • Children or elderly travellers
  • Hotel category
  • Arrival and departure flights
  • Vehicle and luggage requirements
  • Approximate budget

Guests can request a complete tour package or private transport only.

PrivateRound Tours from Two toEight Days

Our short round tours are ideal for travellers who want to combine a beach holiday with Sri Lanka’s cultural, wildlife and hill-country attractions.

Tours can include destinations such as:
  • Ella
  • Yala
  • Udawalawe
  • Kandy
  • Nuwara Eliya
  • Sigiriya
  • Dambulla
  • Polonnaruwa
  • Anuradhapura
  • Galle
Popular tour combinations include:
  • Ella and Yala
  • Ella and Udawalawe
  • Kandy and Nuwara Eliya
  • Sigiriya and Dambulla
  • Kandy, Nuwara Eliya and Ella
  • Sigiriya, Dambulla and Kandy
  • Ella, Yala and Udawalawe
  • Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella and Yala
  • Sri Lanka Culture, Hills and Wildlife
  • Sri Lanka Highlights

Tours can start and finish at a hotel in Kosgoda or Bentota. They can also be connected with the guest’s airport arrival or departure.

Private Car or Van with Driver

Travellers who prefer more independence can book a private vehicle with a professional driver.

Private driver tours are suitable for guests who:
  • Have already selected their hotels
  • Have prepared their own itinerary
  • Need transport between several destinations
  • Want flexible daily travel
  • Prefer private travel instead of a group tour
  • Need airport pickup and islandwide transport
Private driver services may be booked for:
  • One-day journeys
  • Multi-day trips
  • Hotel-to-hotel transfers
  • Airport transfers
  • Wildlife safaris
  • Complete Sri Lanka round tours

The vehicle will be selected according to the number of passengers, luggage and travel route.

Responsible Travel

We encourage guests to travel respectfully and responsibly.

Travellers should respect:

  • Local communities
  • Religious places
  • Cultural traditions
  • Wildlife
  • National parks
  • Forests and natural environments

We can provide guidance about suitable clothing, photography rules, wildlife safety and local customs when required.

Why Choose Ceylon Island Journeys?

Locally Based in Kosgoda

We are based close to Kosgoda and Bentota, allowing us to provide convenient hotel pickup and useful local travel support.

Private Tours

Your vehicle and itinerary are arranged for your own party. You do not have to travel with a large group.

Chauffeur Guides & Private Drivers

Choose a chauffeur-guide service or a private vehicle with a driver based on your travel requirements.

Flexible Itineraries

Tours can be adjusted according to your interests, available time and preferred travel pace.

Hotel Pickup & Drop-Off

We can collect guests directly from hotels, villas and guesthouses in Kosgoda, Bentota and surrounding areas.

Day Tours & Round Tours

Choose a local half-day experience, a full-day excursion or a private round tour lasting up to eight days.

Transport Across Sri Lanka

We can arrange airport transfers, hotel transfers and private travel to destinations throughout the island.

Direct Communication

Guests can communicate directly with us before and during their journey.

FrequentlyAsked Questions

Ceylon Island Journeys is based in Nape, Kosgoda, on the southern coast of Sri Lanka.

Our main service areas are Kosgoda and Bentota. We also provide pickup from Ahungalla, Induruwa, Balapitiya, Beruwala, Aluthgama and Ambalangoda.

Yes. Chauffeur-guide services can be arranged for suitable private tours, subject to availability.

Yes. Guests can book a private car or van with a driver without accommodation or a complete tour package.

Yes. We arrange private Sri Lanka round tours lasting from two to eight days, as well as tailor-made itineraries.

Yes. Pickup can be arranged from hotels, villas and guesthouses within the confirmed service area.

Yes. The route can be adjusted based on your travel dates, interests, available time and preferred pace.

Yes. Private airport transfers can be arranged between Colombo Airport, Mattala Airport, Kosgoda, Bentota and other destinations.

Accommodation can be included in the tour quotation, or guests can use hotels they have booked independently.

Yes. Safari jeeps, boat trips and other activities can be arranged depending on the selected itinerary.

DiscoverSri Lanka Your Way

Start your journey from Kosgoda, Bentota or a nearby beach hotel and explore Sri Lanka with a private travel plan created around your interests.Choose a private day tour, chauffeur guide, private driver or two to eight-day Sri Lanka round tour.