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Tuk Tuk Sri Lanka Adventure Tour 11 days
Drive across Sri Lanka on three wheels in your own 200cc tuk tuk on an unforgettable 11-day self-drive adventure tour. Starting in Colombo, the route follows tropical coastal roads, lush jungles, rolling tea plantations, and historic cities including Galle, Ella, and Kandy. Enjoy a guided self-drive tuk tuk experience on a beautiful island with only a standard car driving license (Category B).
Sri Lanka Tour Overview
TOUR STARTS and ENDS ✈️ in Colombo
TOUR DATES
05–15.02 2028
11 days total / 9 driving days with TukTuk
2 nights in Kirinda and Kandy
DISTANCE
Total Driving / 645 km
Average Driving Day / 92 km
HOW HEAVY TOUR? 2/5 🛺
PRICE 💸
Driver (Front Seat) 2290€
Passenger (Back Seat) 1490€
Private Room + 720€
WEATHER
Day temperatures +26 to +32C
Nights +20C to +25C
Dry season, Sunny
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Some highlights of Tuk Tuk Sri Lanka adventure! Yala National Park – spot elephants, leopards, and exotic wildlife. Ride through lush tea plantations and rolling hills in Ella. Sri Lanka’s ancient capital, Kandy, and the sacred Temple of the Tooth. Historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage site from the Dutch colonial era. Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Hikkaduwa’s Turtle beach!
Tuk Tuk Adventure From Day to Day
Day 01
> Colombo
Arrival day ° 0,1 -10km
Welcome to Colombo in Sri Lanka! All times are good times to come… as long as you are at the hotel by 5 pm! An hour later we go say hello to our Tuk Tuk cars… which are in the hotel car park! And at least we drive in the hotel’s yard! When we know all of our TukTuk’s, it’s time helmet bears and/or cap juices! The evening is free. Gangaramaya Temple is one of the interesting places in the city centre.
Day 03 ° b,d
Hikkaduwa - Dikwella
86km ° 3-5h
The adventure with three wheels and 200cc continues! And we also continue along the palm-lined coastal road towards the ‘Dutch’ Galle. Sri Lanka (ex Ceylon) was under Dutch rule from 1658 to 1796! Galle’s fortress in front of Galle is one of the preserved memories from the Dutch era… and we visit it! Today’s lunch spot can probably be found at Mirissa Beach or around its famous Coconut Tree Hill! Our final stop of the day is today at Dikwella, where we stay on or near the beach! If you want to take a little walk, the famous Hummanaya Blow Holel is within walking distance.
Day 05 ° b
Yala / Kirinda
TukTuk ° 0km
National park day and a holiday in holiday. First is National Park Day! For the NP we wake up when the roosters wake up if we don’t before and go to Yala NP for a gamedrive. Yala has a lot of different animals, but it is famous for its leopards… as well it is an ornithologist’s paradise. Elephants are Yala's biggest residents! Afternoon and evening are your time today… and your TukTukk is in our hotel yard if you feel for driving! :)
Day 07 ° b,d
Ella - Nuwara Eliya
56km ° 3-4h
Today we only have stunning, lavish and superb landscapes… and we will make even more ‘kodakstops’. We drive from bend to bend from Ella to Nuwara Eliya! However, the driving day starts with a tea break! We drive from breakfast to the Upa Halpewatte tea factory, where we have an hour-long tour of the hidden world of tea… And at the end of the tour we drink naturally tea! And we might have a second and third tea during the days during our photo stops. Near Nuwera Eliya we stop at the Hakgala Botanical Garden, where we go to get a few gardening tips!
Day 09 ° Friday ° b
Kandy
Day off ° 0km
A day off as you like! Kandy is a nice walking town with lots to see! Kandy is also the old capital of Sri Lanka, which was named by Buddha about 2500 years ago to Lankadeepa! And yes, the city is full of history! Kandy is also a great place to buy souvenirs if you are still missing one!
Day 11 ° b
Negombo >
Departure day ° 0km
Time to say bye bye to Sri Lanka if you do not stay in Negombo for an extra night or two!?
Day 02 ° b,d
Colombo - Hikkaduwa
101km ° 3-5h
Showtime… out from Colombo and to the direction Hikkaduwa, which is 101km south. We have the beach all day on the throttle side… and if/when we feel fro a swim we take a swim in the ocean! In front of Hikkaduwa is a coral reef and turtles may be seen right on the beach. So luggage to the hotel rooms, a cold something to the beach for turtle spotting!
Day 04 ° b,d
Dikwella - Yala
94km ° 3-5h
Today is a Go East day… what we did also partly yesterday! Along our way today is Bundala National Park, which is famous for its birds! So if you have a small ornithologist living with you, bring your binoculars!
Our final address today is Kirinda, which is next, perhaps the most famous National Park in Sri Lanka, Yala NP! Our accommodation will be on the beach or within a short walk from the beach! So yes, you can dive also today into the warm India Ocean!
Day 06 ° b,d
Yala - Ella
116km ° 4-6h
Today, everything changes in the second half of our driving day… when it comes to the landscapes around you. The sea and beach palm trees turn into mountains and Lipton… into tea plantations. Many of your local grocery store’s tea bags come from Sri Lanka! Our address for the day is Ella, also called the Lipton capital of Sri Lanka! And yes… Your Tuk Tuk works also on the uphill roads of the tea area! Ella’s area is also known for its waterfalls and right along our route are Rawana Falls on the south side of Ella!
Day 08 ° b,d
Nuwara Eliya - Kandy
86km ° 4-5h
Today we have the best TukTuk day of our lives… Once again ;) We will drive to the famous Buddha’s tooth site in Kandy. You may have noticed the Buddha temple and a second along our way. However, the most important Buddha temple in Sri Lanka is the Sacred Tooth Temple. The Holy Tooth is gleaned to us laymen three times a day! 0530am, 0930am and 1830pm.
Day 10 ° b,d
Kandy - Negombo
106km ° 3-4h
The bows of our TukTuks go to the west and there to Negombo which is the last destination of our adventure… and since Negombo is also a beach destination we park our Tuk Tuks for the last night at a beach hotel! In the same place we also say thank you and goodbye to our tricycles! In the evening it’s time to for our Sri Lanka adventures closing dinner!
Your TukTuk in Sri Lanka 🛺
It’s a Bajaj TukTuk
° 4-stroke 200 cc engine with 8,1 hp
° 4 gears front and 1 back
° Top speed 55 km/h
° Gasoline tank 9l
° Oil cooling. Oil capacity 1,5l
Including & Excluding in the Price
INCLUDING the PRICE
° Professional PeterPanPlanet tour leader
° Roadbook of the tour
° Accommodation in good midrange hotels in 2 person rooms.
° Breakfast and dinner on all driving days (b,d)
° Tuk Tuk Rental
° Fuel
° Insurance for Tuk Tuk
° On The Road Travel kit for your TukTuk
° Yala National Park Safari
° Tour shirt
° All Tour leaders pictures from the tour
EXCLUDING the PRICE
° Airfare to/from Sri Lanka
° Visa to Sri Lanka
° Sri Lankan driving licence (40€)
° Lunches
° What is not mentioned in Including the Price
Sri Lanka Pictures
FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
What makes this tour different from a motorcycle tour?
A third wheel! On this adventure you'll travel in a 200cc tuk tuk instead of a motorcycle. Your riding gear is more likely to be a T-shirt, shorts and sunglasses than a motorcycle jacket. Another big advantage is that you only need a standard car driving licence—no motorcycle licence is required. Traveling by tuk tuk is also slower, more relaxed and much more interactive with local people. It's one of the most memorable ways to discover Sri Lanka.
What makes this tour special?
The people of Sri Lanka—and exploring the country by tuk tuk! If you drive through a village, locals may even wave you down because they think you're available as a taxi! 😊 The country's incredible mountains, lush landscapes and friendly atmosphere make it unlike anywhere else. We often describe Sri Lanka as a premium miniature version of India—full of culture, nature, wildlife and wonderful people, while being easy and welcoming for foreign visitors.
What is the weather like in Sri Lanka?
We travel during February or March, which is the dry season in the southwest of Sri Lanka, where most of the tour takes place. As it's a tropical country, occasional showers are possible at any time of year, helping keep the island beautifully green. Expect plenty of sunshine with daytime temperatures between 26°C and 32°C (79–90°F). Evenings are usually between 20°C and 25°C (68–77°F). Mountain towns such as Ella, Kandy and especially Nuwara Eliya are noticeably cooler.
What are the roads like in Sri Lanka?
We drive almost entirely on paved roads, many of them winding through mountains, tea plantations and beautiful countryside. Traffic is lively, but once you understand one simple rule—the bigger vehicle usually has priority—everything starts to make sense. Your tour leader will explain how local traffic works before the journey begins.
Do I need motorcycle experience to join?
No. Motorcycle experience is not required. If you can drive a car, you can drive a tuk tuk. Before the tour starts, you'll receive full instructions from the rental company, and we'll also send you a detailed introduction video beforehand. All you really need is a sense of humour, an adventurous spirit and an open mind.
Is this tour right for me?
Although no motorcycle experience is needed, you should be a confident driver with a few years of driving experience. Traffic in Sri Lanka is much more creative than in Europe or North America, so good observation skills and a relaxed attitude are important.
How difficult is this tour?
This tour is rated 2/5 on the PeterPanPlanet difficulty scale. It is an easy-going adventure with relaxed daily distances. The length of each day depends largely on how many photo stops, sightseeing visits and coffee breaks we decide to enjoy along the way. We always arrive at the next hotel with plenty of time to relax.
Can I share my Tuk Tuk?
Absolutely! Sri Lankan tuk tuks are surprisingly comfortable for two people. Behind the rear seat there's enough luggage space for two cabin-sized suitcases or similar travel bags.
What happens if something goes wrong during the trip?
You're in Sri Lanka—one of the friendliest countries in the world. Local people are always willing to help. Every tuk tuk carries a small emergency repair kit for minor issues, and repair shops can be found in almost every town and village. Your tour leader will also assist if any bigger problem occurs.
Can I book this tour as a private trip?
Yes. We can organise this adventure exclusively for your own group at almost any time of the year. Dates and itinerary can be customised, and depending on the season, we may adjust the route to suit local weather conditions.
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