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🌴 8-Day Offbeat Sri Lanka Itinerary

Sri Lanka is for everyone — thrill seekers, nature lovers, beach bums, and mountain wanderers alike. This itinerary is crafted for those who want to go beyond the typical tourist trails and experience something raw, diverse, and truly Sri Lankan.

We’ve added budget-friendly and luxury stay options, along with tips on what to eat, what to pack, and when to go.

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Day 1 – Arrival & Head to Kandy

• Land in Colombo and take a scenic drive to Kandy.

• Evening stroll by Kandy Lake.

• Dinner at a local Sri Lankan eatery – try rice & curry platters.

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Day 2 – Sigiriya Rock Fortress

• Early morning climb to the Sigiriya Rock (UNESCO World Heritage Site).

• Explore frescoes, lion paw terrace & panoramic views.

• Evening at leisure in Kandy.

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Day 3 – Kandy ➝ Nuwara Eliya ➝ Yala National Park

• Stop at Nuwara Eliya – the “Little Scotland of Sri Lanka” with tea plantations and colonial charm.

• Lunch at a tea garden café.

• Continue to Yala National Park and check into a jungle lodge.

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Day 4 – Yala National Park Safari

• Morning & evening safari drives.

• Spot leopards, elephants, sloth bears, and exotic birds.

• Relax with a sundowner inside the park.

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Day 5 – Yala ➝ Unawatuna

• Drive to Unawatuna, one of Sri Lanka’s most relaxed coastal towns.

• Evening by the beach with fresh seafood BBQ.

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Day 6 – Diving at Unawatuna

• Full-day diving experience.

• Explore coral reefs, colorful marine life & shipwrecks.

• Evening beach shack hopping with live music.

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Day 7 – Underwater Navy Museum Dive & Local Exploration

• Unique dive at the Underwater Navy Museum site.

• Morning tip: grab pastries & snacks from Peddler Street for the dive day.

• Chill evening exploring cafés, handicraft shops, and the Galle Fort sunset point nearby.

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Day 8 – Back to Colombo & Departure

• Drive back to Colombo.

• If time permits, last-minute shopping at Pettah Market.

• Flight back home.