Kimkim Trip Reviews for Sri Lanka

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Based on 123 ratings
Read 123 verified reviews by travelers who booked their trip to Sri Lanka on kimkim. You can also read reviews about kimkim on 3rd party sites including Google, TrustPilot and Yelp.

Sri Lanka tour
Sri Lanka | Nov 15 - Nov 29, 2024

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Colin B.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Dec 02, 2024

Everything was very well organised and Mahendra our guide and driver was excellent. We both really enjoyed our tour of Sri Lanka and can’t wait to go back

Local specialist: Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Dhanushka
Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Local specialist in Sri Lanka | Replied on Dec 02, 2024

Hello Colin,
Thank you so very much for the wonderful review & comments!
I am glad that you enjoyed the vacation in Sri Lanka & truly honored to be your local travel expert who planned your holiday.
Sri Lanka has so much to offer & I invite you to visit Sri Lanka again to discover & explore the beautiful island.

Stay tuned & connected with Kimkim travel !
See you soon in Sri Lanka again !
I remain at your disposal.
Thanks again,
Dhanushka

Beyond Amazing Trip
Sri Lanka | Aug 2 - Aug 14, 2024

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Melvin R.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Aug 18, 2024
Our trip was amazing. Our local travel specialist, Dhanushka was attentive to our needs and planned a great trip for us. We wanted an active trip and Dhanushka definitely delivered. All of the activities and hotels he picked were excellent. From our elephant safari to our white-water rafting and jungle trekking, everything was amazing. The sites around Sri Lanka were awesome to see as well. The rock fortress, ancient sites and cave temple were a joy to witness. Although Dhanushka... Read more

Our trip was amazing. Our local travel specialist, Dhanushka was attentive to our needs and planned a great trip for us. We wanted an active trip and Dhanushka definitely delivered. All of the activities and hotels he picked were excellent. From our elephant safari to our white-water rafting and jungle trekking, everything was amazing. The sites around Sri Lanka were awesome to see as well. The rock fortress, ancient sites and cave temple were a joy to witness.

Although Dhanushka planned a great trip, I'm not sure this trip would have been as amazing without our extremely awesome driver and guide AJ. Out of all of our travels, I have to say that AJ has been the best travel guide we have ever had. He was so personable and made our trip amazing. My wife and I felt like we had a family member taking us around Sri Lanka. AJ was very knowledgeable on all things Sri Lankan and made us feel so at ease. I believe he went above and beyond his duties to ensure we had a great vacation.

I would definitely recommend the KimKim Team and Dhanushka for your travel destinations. And if you're going to Sri Lanka, it is a must that you request AJ as your travel guide. You will not be disappointed.

Thank you,
Melvin and Lisa

Activity Reviews
Arrive in Negombo
Arrive in Negombo
Negombo
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our driver and guide Aj was amazing
Transport
AJ was our driver and he was awesome
Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple Complex
Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple Complex
Sri Lanka
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Family activity - Rural Village Trail in Habarana (Cycling, Boat Trip & Lunch)
Family activity - Rural Village Trail in Habarana (Cycling, Boat Trip & Lunch)
Sri Lanka
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Elephant Safari in Minneriya National Park
Elephant Safari in Minneriya National Park
Sri Lanka
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Sri Lanka
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
 Sinharaja rain forest, The biodiversity hot spot in Sri Lanka
Sinharaja rain forest, The biodiversity hot spot in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
White Water Rafting in Kitulgala
White Water Rafting in Kitulgala
Sri Lanka
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Enjoy the stay in Maldives
Enjoy the stay in Maldives
Maldives
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Rain forest trail in Kitulgala
Rain forest trail in Kitulgala
Sri Lanka
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Dhanushka
Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Local specialist in Sri Lanka | Replied on Aug 18, 2024

Hello Melvin,
Thank you so very much for the wonderful review & comments!
I am glad that you enjoyed the vacation in Sri Lanka & truly honored to be your local travel expert who planned your holiday.
Sri Lanka has so much to offer & I invite you to visit Sri Lanka again to discover & explore the beautiful island.

Stay tuned & connected with Kimkim travel !
See you soon in Sri Lanka again !
I remain at your disposal.
Thanks again,
Dhanushka

The amazing trip to Kandy, Nurwaya Eliya, Haputale and Ella!!
Sri Lanka | Aug 10 - Aug 16, 2024

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Audrey
Singapore | Reviewed on Aug 17, 2024
I had an excellent trip and one that I highly recommend. This was Kandy, Nurwara Eliya, Haputale and Ella. The biggest highlight was staying at the Melheim in Haputale. Truly paradise and you can see God's beauty in every corner of the resort. The views were breathtaking! I will go back to Haputale again in a heartbeat. Dhanushka is an excellent person to work with and within 2 days he tailored the holiday I wanted. There were some hiccups but Dhanushka took care of things well. Loved being... Read more

I had an excellent trip and one that I highly recommend. This was Kandy, Nurwara Eliya, Haputale and Ella. The biggest highlight was staying at the Melheim in Haputale. Truly paradise and you can see God's beauty in every corner of the resort. The views were breathtaking! I will go back to Haputale again in a heartbeat. Dhanushka is an excellent person to work with and within 2 days he tailored the holiday I wanted. There were some hiccups but Dhanushka took care of things well. Loved being in all the places and it was a truly magical holiday for me. Pranit was my driver/guide and I highly recommend him. A very careful driver and he was an excellent guide even as we scaled up the Little Adam's peak in Ella and other spots. He took be also to placesof interest like churches. Amazing guy and made me feel safe as a woman. I highly recommend him.

Activity Reviews
Discover Kandy: Temple of the Sacred Tooth visit
Discover Kandy: Temple of the Sacred Tooth visit
Kandy
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore Nuwara Eliya
Explore Nuwara Eliya
Sri Lanka

The Golden Ridge hotel was a great location but the service and overall place in terms of maintenance can be improved.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Pranit made this trip so amazing
Transport
Discover Ella
Discover Ella
Sri Lanka

Excellent trip and enjoyed the Nine Arches, the various waterfalls and the hike up to Little Adam's peak

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The driver Pranit
Local specialist: Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Dhanushka
Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Local specialist in Sri Lanka | Replied on Aug 17, 2024

Hello Audrey,
Thank you so very much for the wonderful review & comments!
I am glad that you enjoyed the vacation in Sri Lanka & truly honored to be your local travel expert who planned your holiday.
Sri Lanka has so much to offer & I invite you to visit Sri Lanka again to discover & explore the beautiful island.

Stay tuned & connected with Kimkim travel !
See you soon in Sri Lanka again !
I remain at your disposal.
Thanks again,
Dhanushka

We had heard great things about Sri Lanka fro...
Sri Lanka | Jul 27 - Aug 3, 2024

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Lauren M.
Malaysia | Reviewed on Aug 11, 2024

We had heard great things about Sri Lanka from friends, but our trip was still full of surprises! The planning was smooth, with Rikaz helping us make changes when we realized we had a bit more time. When we were actually on the ground, Dan helped with everything, and the whole trip went off without a hitch. The whole family enjoyed the mix of adventure and relaxation, from hiking up the fortress of Sigiriya to walking the southern beaches... to having to maneuver the van when a wild elephant decided to cross the road. It's a must-do!

Local specialist: Rikaz Mohamed
Rikaz
Rikaz Mohamed
Local specialist in Colombo | Replied on Aug 11, 2024
Hi Lauren, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! We're thrilled to hear that your trip to Sri Lanka was full of pleasant surprises and memorable moments. It’s was a great pleasure assisting you in making the most of your time there and that the whole family enjoyed the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. From the stunning heights of Sigiriya to the serene southern beaches—and even the unexpected encounter with a wild elephant—it sounds like your journey was truly... Read more

Hi Lauren,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! We're thrilled to hear that your trip to Sri Lanka was full of pleasant surprises and memorable moments. It’s was a great pleasure assisting you in making the most of your time there and that the whole family enjoyed the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.

From the stunning heights of Sigiriya to the serene southern beaches—and even the unexpected encounter with a wild elephant—it sounds like your journey was truly unforgettable. We’re delighted that we could play a part in making your trip seamless and enjoyable.

Your recommendation means the world to us, and we hope to welcome you and your family on another adventure in the future! Safe travels, and thank you once again for booking with Kim Kim.

Best wishes,

Rikaz

Wonderful memorable Nature & Wildlife experience
Sri Lanka | Jul 8 - Jul 12, 2024

Natalie
Natalie K.
Singapore | Reviewed on Jul 14, 2024
Had a wonderful experience in Sri Lanka thanks to Rikaz’s help with planning the itinerary. The cost was also very reasonable considering it took the stress off researching and booking our own hotels and tourist sites to visit. The trip to Yala National Park was so memorable - we saw elephants, so many bird species, crocs, deer and the elusive leopard. The safari lodge that was booked for us was also wonderful. Beautifully designed, nice pool to swim in after long rides on the safari jeep... Read more

Had a wonderful experience in Sri Lanka thanks to Rikaz’s help with planning the itinerary. The cost was also very reasonable considering it took the stress off researching and booking our own hotels and tourist sites to visit.

The trip to Yala National Park was so memorable - we saw elephants, so many bird species, crocs, deer and the elusive leopard. The safari lodge that was booked for us was also wonderful. Beautifully designed, nice pool to swim in after long rides on the safari jeep and with all the amenities we needed. Service was top notch and the food was so yummy!

Our stay in Mirissa was great too - the beachfront Lantern Boutique Hotel had beautiful crashing waves at its doorstep 24/7 and the beach was a short drive away. There were local family owned eateries where we had authentic Sri Lankan food and a delicious grilled seafood dinner by the beach.

The itinerary was well thought out and our amazing driver Aruna also took the initiative to bring us to additional places on request. We went to a turtle hatchery, elephant sanctuary, wood carving demo, snorkeling with turtles, whale watching and more!

I would definitely recommend Kim Kim for your next vacation!

Hotel Reviews
Koragaha Lodge
Tissamaharama

Five star interior design with wonderful safari feel. Food and service were top notch. I also enjoyed the pool between safari visits

Authenticity & Character
Location
Very near the safari
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Lantern Boutique Hotel
Mirissa

Beautiful beachfront hotel with amazing service. Some nice cocktails too

Authenticity & Character
Location
Short tuktuk drive away from Mirissa beach
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Rikaz Mohamed
Rikaz
Rikaz Mohamed
Local specialist in Colombo | Replied on Jul 20, 2024

Hi Natalie,
Thank you so much for the wonderful review!
I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your holiday in Sri Lanka. It was my pleasure to organize it for you.
Aruna, one of our top chauffeurs, always strives to exceed expectations, ensuring that our guests have an unforgettable experience. His dedication truly makes our team shine.
Sri Lanka offers an abundance of experiences, from breathtaking landscapes to mesmerizing waters, providing endless opportunities for exploration. We can't wait to host you again and help you discover even more treasures with Kim Kim.

Best wishes,

Rikaz

Simply Special
Sri Lanka | Jun 17 - Jun 25, 2024

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Martin W.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jun 27, 2024

Sri Lanka is a very special place. The beauty of its natural surroundings of green mountains, waterfalls, pristine beaches and aqua marine oceans is truly a sight to behold. The history and antiquities of the country is a historian goldmine. Over 2000 year old wonders to see and touch. Lastly and most importantly, it’s people. Sri Lankans are polite, hospitable, gracious and friendly. Sri Lanka is a poor country but unlike other poor countries the people here make it rich.

Local specialist: Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Dhanushka
Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Local specialist in Sri Lanka | Replied on Jun 27, 2024

Hello Martin,
Thank you so very much for the wonderful review & comments!
I am glad that you enjoyed the vacation in Sri Lanka & truly honored to be your local travel expert who planned your holiday.
Sri Lanka has so much to offer & I invite you to visit Sri Lanka again to discover & explore the beautiful island.

Stay tuned & connected with Kimkim travel !
See you soon in Sri Lanka again !
I remain at your disposal.
Thanks again,
Dhanushka

A memorable journey above expectations
Sri Lanka | May 8 - May 18, 2024

Jean
Jean Q.
France | Reviewed on May 19, 2024
We are particularly grateful to our guide, Aruna, for his professionalism and his kindness. By leading us on this journey, he helped us discover a magnificent and endearing country, making this experience a memorable one. A perfectly organized and easy stay with unique hotels.
Our best visits/activities: Dambulla cave temples. treks in nature, breathtaking landscapes, flying Ravana, cooking a curry in a village garden, train journey between Kandy and Ella, elephant orphanage, crossing paths...
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We are particularly grateful to our guide, Aruna, for his professionalism and his kindness. By leading us on this journey, he helped us discover a magnificent and endearing country, making this experience a memorable one. A perfectly organized and easy stay with unique hotels.
Our best visits/activities: Dambulla cave temples. treks in nature, breathtaking landscapes, flying Ravana, cooking a curry in a village garden, train journey between Kandy and Ella, elephant orphanage, crossing paths with wild elephants in different places.

Hotel Reviews
Jetwing Lake
Dambulla
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Centara Ras Fushi
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Kandyan Manor Homestay
Kandy
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hide Ella
Ella
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ginganga Lodge
Bope
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Explore the Dambulla Cave Temples
Explore the Dambulla Cave Temples
Sri Lanka
Local specialist: Rikaz Mohamed
Rikaz
Rikaz Mohamed
Local specialist in Colombo | Replied on May 31, 2024
Hi Jean, Thank you for the lovely review and I am really pleased that you have had an immersive and memorable holiday to Sri Lanka and the Maldives. Your feedback in valuable to us, as every aspect of it is well scrutinized for the continuous betterment of our better services rendered to our guests. Aruna, is one of our premier chauffeurs of our fleet and an asset to our company and I am so glad that he had been an integral part of making your holiday in Sri Lanka a memorable one. I will... Read more

Hi Jean,

Thank you for the lovely review and I am really pleased that you have had an immersive and memorable holiday to Sri Lanka and the Maldives. Your feedback in valuable to us, as every aspect of it is well scrutinized for the continuous betterment of our better services rendered to our guests.

Aruna, is one of our premier chauffeurs of our fleet and an asset to our company and I am so glad that he had been an integral part of making your holiday in Sri Lanka a memorable one. I will be sure to pass on your compliments to him.

Sri Lanka has much more to offer in the way of endless avenues for exploration. We're eagerly looking forward to the pleasure of hosting you again, as you uncover even more treasures in the future.

Warm regards,

Rikaz

A great personal experience facilitated with great local knowledge
Sri Lanka | Apr 27 - May 13, 2024

Bryce
Bryce W.
Australia | Reviewed on May 15, 2024
Dhanushka and the Koon Holiday team created a great personalised experience for our holiday in Sri Lanka. The initial consultation on what we wanted identified the type of experience we were after. Nothing was too much to ask. Our local guide and driver, Kapıla Kaluarachichi was a great travel companion, in addition to being a great local guide, and provided great cultural and historical background for all of the sites visited. Special mention goes to Mr Goonie in Polonnaruwa for... Read more

Dhanushka and the Koon Holiday team created a great personalised experience for our holiday in Sri Lanka.

The initial consultation on what we wanted identified the type of experience we were after. Nothing was too much to ask.

Our local guide and driver, Kapıla Kaluarachichi was a great travel companion, in addition to being a great local guide, and provided great cultural and historical background for all of the sites visited.

Special mention goes to Mr Goonie in Polonnaruwa for his second to none knowledge of the local archeological sites and to Mr Jimmy Heyn, the manager at Sambar Hills resort in Nuwara Eliya for his attention to detail and his personalised service.

We would definitely use KimKim again.

Activity Reviews
Enjoy a Refreshing Snack at a Roadside Food Stall
Enjoy a Refreshing Snack at a Roadside Food Stall
Sri Lanka

A nice introduction to the roadside stalls, which are the heartbeat of the local economy..

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple Complex
Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple Complex
Sri Lanka
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Sri Lanka
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Discover Ancient Polonnaruwa
Discover Ancient Polonnaruwa
Sri Lanka

The guide selected by Koon Holidays and KimKim was a retired archeologist from the area whose knowledge was first rate.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Being an archaeologist
Transport
Elephant Safari in Minneriya National Park
Elephant Safari in Minneriya National Park
Sri Lanka

Seeing these great beasts in the wild was amazing.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Ancient Sites of Anuradhapura
Ancient Sites of Anuradhapura
Sri Lanka

The history behind what are some of the most sacred sites in Sri Lanka was very illuminating.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Visit ancient Trincomalee fort (Fort Fredrick)
Visit ancient Trincomalee fort (Fort Fredrick)
Trincomalee

Go to the fort at about 4:00 pm in the afternoon. This will allow you plenty of time to wander through the fort and arrive at the Hindu temple for the afternoon ceremony.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Temples & Beaches in Trincomalee
Temples & Beaches in Trincomalee
Trincomalee

A great area to relax or go scuba diving

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Discover Kandy: Temple of the Sacred Tooth visit
Discover Kandy: Temple of the Sacred Tooth visit
Kandy

One the best and most important temples in Sri Lanka and definitely a must do.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Discover Three temples loop in Kandy
Discover Three temples loop in Kandy
Kandy
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Need to go via private car. Some place a bus cannot get to.
Visit Spice gardens, wood carving centers & gem museums in Kandy
Visit Spice gardens, wood carving centers & gem museums in Kandy
Kandy

A really amazing guide at the spice gardens, Gem centre and Batik crafts. These people are passionate about what they do.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore Nuwara Eliya
Explore Nuwara Eliya
Sri Lanka
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Galle Dutch Fort Visit
Galle Dutch Fort Visit
Sri Lanka

A great place to simply have a wander and marvel at the historical architecture.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore Lively Colombo
Explore Lively Colombo
Sri Lanka

Some great sites combining the original culture and modern day architecture.

Quality of Experience
The museums, temples , Lotus Tower the food and markets.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Dhanushka
Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Local specialist in Sri Lanka | Replied on May 15, 2024

Hello Bryce,
Thank you so very much for the wonderful review & comments!
I am glad that you enjoyed the vacation in Sri Lanka & truly honored to be your local travel expert who planned your holiday.
Sri Lanka has so much to offer & I invite you to visit Sri Lanka again to discover & explore the beautiful island.

Stay tuned & connected with Kimkim travel !
See you soon in Sri Lanka again !
I remain at your disposal.
Thanks again,
Dhanushka

Dami is a top quality guide!
Sri Lanka | May 5 - May 10, 2024

Eugene
Eugene S.
Greeley, CO | Reviewed on May 13, 2024
My wife and I spent a wonderful six days on tour across Sri Lanka with Dami (Daminda Bandara). I think we drove a little under 700 miles. Everything went very well: we saw lots of magical sites, ate delicious food, and engaged in exciting activities. The tour was very well planned. Dami was a fantastic tour guide and driver. He is outgoing and friendly, and a very enjoyable travel companion. A proud Sri Lankan, Dami provided us a good history of his native country and of the various sites... Read more

My wife and I spent a wonderful six days on tour across Sri Lanka with Dami (Daminda Bandara). I think we drove a little under 700 miles. Everything went very well: we saw lots of magical sites, ate delicious food, and engaged in exciting activities. The tour was very well planned.

Dami was a fantastic tour guide and driver. He is outgoing and friendly, and a very enjoyable travel companion. A proud Sri Lankan, Dami provided us a good history of his native country and of the various sites we visited including Sigiriya Rock, various temples, and a game drive. He is also an expert on native birds and could identify even the smallest birds from a distance. Impressive!

Throughout our tour Dami was an attentive guide and a good listener. On his advice we switched things up on the tour agenda so that we could climb Sigiriya in the cooler morning rather than the heat of the day. Dami learned we liked various foods, e.g., beetroot and chocolate, and he made sure we got to try some Sri Lankan beetroot curry and chocolate. Dami also pulled over on our drive to show us various sites and locals at work. For example, we stopped to see how coconut oil is made.

During our climb and descent of Sigiriya Rock Dami was very helpful to my wife who was leery of the uneven and gravel-covered steps.

Dami ensured we were well fed with high-quality food throughout the trip. All the lunch sites at which we stopped were delicious. One lunch might well be the best meal we will have had this year, at the Old Palm House in Galle.

Importantly, Dami is a careful driver and ensured that we were safe throughout the trip.

Overall, we give Dami the highest rating and would whole heartedly recommend him to others as a top-notch tour guide.

Local specialist: Rikaz Mohamed
Rikaz
Rikaz Mohamed
Local specialist in Colombo | Replied on May 15, 2024
Hi Eugene, Thank you so much for the great review! It is absolutely wonderful to hear that you have enjoyed your holiday in Sri Lanka, and it has been my pleasure organizing your holiday. Daminda consistently exceeds expectations as one of our premier chauffeurs, ensuring guests thoroughly enjoy their holiday experiences. His dedication truly enhances our team. Sri Lanka's wealth of experiences spans from its stunning landscapes to its captivating waters, providing endless avenues for... Read more

Hi Eugene,

Thank you so much for the great review!

It is absolutely wonderful to hear that you have enjoyed your holiday in Sri Lanka, and it has been my pleasure organizing your holiday.

Daminda consistently exceeds expectations as one of our premier chauffeurs, ensuring guests thoroughly enjoy their holiday experiences. His dedication truly enhances our team.

Sri Lanka's wealth of experiences spans from its stunning landscapes to its captivating waters, providing endless avenues for exploration. We're eagerly looking forward to the pleasure of hosting you again, as you uncover even more treasures in the future.

Best Wishes,

Rikaz

Most memorable 3 weeks in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka | Apr 22 - May 11, 2024

Jana
Jana W.
Kissimmee, FL | Reviewed on May 12, 2024
My 3-weeks trip in Sri Lanka was very well designed by Dhanushka. It was highly comprehensive, full nature excursions and cultural activities that gave me a strong understanding of Sri Lanka’s rich history and appreciation for its diverse natural resources. Some of my favorite activities included the elephant safaris, Sigyria, village tours in Dambulla, tea plantation visits in Nuwara Eliya and hikes and waterfalls in Ella. My driver and guide Malinda was also extremely helpful with coming... Read more

My 3-weeks trip in Sri Lanka was very well designed by Dhanushka. It was highly comprehensive, full nature excursions and cultural activities that gave me a strong understanding of Sri Lanka’s rich history and appreciation for its diverse natural resources. Some of my favorite activities included the elephant safaris, Sigyria, village tours in Dambulla, tea plantation visits in Nuwara Eliya and hikes and waterfalls in Ella. My driver and guide Malinda was also extremely helpful with coming up with optional activities that met my interests and needs. Having a private driver and guide gave me a lot of flexibility and personalized attention and care as a single traveler. Every day of my trip was filled with wonderful surprises of new things to learn and enjoy about Sri Lanka. I loved my trip so much that I hope to come back again and explore parts I haven’t seen with Koon Holidays / Kim Kim.

Activity Review
Explore Nuwara Eliya
Explore Nuwara Eliya
Sri Lanka

This region is less mentioned by other tourists from itineraries I have seen online so I am really glad Dhanushka included in my itinerary. The natural beauty of this place is breathtaking with rolling hills of lush tea plantations, majestic mountains and lakes, and peaceful village life. I loved my tea plantation visits, learning the tea picking and making process, sampling a variety of tea and having high tea at Grand Hotel. Gregory Park area is absolutely gorgeous and the Horton Plains hike was amazing!

Quality of Experience
Well designed itinerary with special consideration of my interests and needs.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Wonderful driver and guide that provided knowledgeable information about places visited and offered optional activities based on my interests.
Transport
Always on time, professionalism and flexibility.
Local specialist: Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Dhanushka
Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Local specialist in Sri Lanka | Replied on May 12, 2024

Hello Jana,
Thank you so very much for the wonderful review & comments!
I am glad that you enjoyed the vacation in Sri Lanka & truly honored to be your local travel expert who planned your holiday.
Sri Lanka has so much to offer & I invite you to visit Sri Lanka again to discover & explore the beautiful island.

Stay tuned & connected with Kimkim travel !
See you soon in Sri Lanka again !
I remain at your disposal.
Thanks again,
Dhanushka

Some issues
Sri Lanka | Mar 18 - Mar 27, 2024

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Mark C.
France | Reviewed on Apr 01, 2024
Our Guide was very good but his English was difficult to understand.
I asked for an SUV but we didn't get one. The car we had needs servicing. No suspension.
The distance between accommodations on some days was far to long. the last day we were 3.5 hours away from the airport for a morning departure. I changed the plan and paid extra.
Accommodation on the whole was good except the first night. The hotel was terrible and well below luxury. I had to ask for a change. This was the first...
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Our Guide was very good but his English was difficult to understand.
I asked for an SUV but we didn't get one. The car we had needs servicing. No suspension.
The distance between accommodations on some days was far to long. the last day we were 3.5 hours away from the airport for a morning departure. I changed the plan and paid extra.
Accommodation on the whole was good except the first night. The hotel was terrible and well below luxury. I had to ask for a change. This was the first impression we had of Sri Lanka and it was not very good.
Wild Grass accommodation was not good and again way off the main track of places we were visiting

Activity Reviews
Arrive in Negombo
Arrive in Negombo
Negombo

The Hotel we were booked into was terrible and I had to ask for a change which we got. It left a very bad first impression.

Quality of Experience
Accommodation and better managed itinerary
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Improved English speaking
Transport
Check the car before travel. Our car had bald tyres and no suspension. It was not an SUV which I had booked
Enjoy a Refreshing Snack at a Roadside Food Stall
Enjoy a Refreshing Snack at a Roadside Food Stall
Sri Lanka
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple Complex
Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple Complex
Sri Lanka
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Sri Lanka
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore the Rock Temple of Pidurangala
Explore the Rock Temple of Pidurangala
Sri Lanka
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Elephant Safari in Minneriya National Park
Elephant Safari in Minneriya National Park
Sri Lanka

We got to see elephants in the wild

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Discover Kandy: Temple of the Sacred Tooth visit
Discover Kandy: Temple of the Sacred Tooth visit
Kandy

Did not do this as we were very tired from so much driving

Visit Lipton's Seat & Tea Estate
Visit Lipton's Seat & Tea Estate
Sri Lanka

Did not do this as again there was too much on the itinerary. In stead our driver added a visit to a tea plantation and factory on the way to our final destination. This was excellent as no crowds

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Discover Ella
Discover Ella
Sri Lanka

Nothing here except busy town in the hills

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Hike to Diyaluma Waterfall
Hike to Diyaluma Waterfall
Sri Lanka

Very ordinary and not worth the walk. Again too crowded at the place picked for lunch

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 Sinharaja rain forest, The biodiversity hot spot in Sri Lanka
Sinharaja rain forest, The biodiversity hot spot in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka

enjoyed the walk in the Rainforest

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Galle Dutch Fort Visit
Galle Dutch Fort Visit
Sri Lanka

Poor experience. Drove around only.

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Free Day at the Beach
Free Day at the Beach
Sri Lanka

We were glad of a free day ( there should have been more in the itinerary ) However the day was filled with a drive for 3.5 hours to a hotel closer to Colombo Airport for early morning departure. We paid extra for this but were so glad we did it

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Local specialist: Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Dhanushka
Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Local specialist in Sri Lanka | Replied on Apr 02, 2024

Hello Mark,
Thank you so very much for the review & comments!
Sri Lanka has so much to offer & I invite you to visit Sri Lanka again to discover & explore the beautiful island.

Stay tuned & connected with Kimkim travel !
See you soon in Sri Lanka again !
I remain at your disposal.
Thanks again,
Dhanushka

13 days in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka | Feb 12 - Feb 24, 2024

Michael
Michael L.
Honolulu, HI | Reviewed on Mar 12, 2024
My wife and I had a great time on the 13-day trip Rozanne and team organized for us. Sri Lanka is a beautiful country and every day had something new to see and experience. Thoroughly enjoyed the wide variety of activities, visiting temples, historical sites, safaris, village tours, fantastic views, cultural and craft demonstrations, etc. Accommodations were all top notch and our guide Roshan was excellent, very knowledgeable about all the places we visited, came up with good ideas to... Read more

My wife and I had a great time on the 13-day trip Rozanne and team organized for us. Sri Lanka is a beautiful country and every day had something new to see and experience. Thoroughly enjoyed the wide variety of activities, visiting temples, historical sites, safaris, village tours, fantastic views, cultural and craft demonstrations, etc. Accommodations were all top notch and our guide Roshan was excellent, very knowledgeable about all the places we visited, came up with good ideas to enhance our itinerary, introduced us to local foods on drives, rearranged daily itineraries to optimize time usage, and was a wonderful travel companion. Highly recommended!

Local specialist: Rozanne Kasthuri

Sri Lanka Family Adventure
Sri Lanka | Mar 2 - Mar 11, 2024

Kate
Kate D.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Mar 12, 2024

A trip to remember covering all the highlights of culture and natural beauty Sri Lanka has to offer . We managed to cram two weeks worth of sightseeing into 10 days with the help of Rozannes planning and our wonderful driver Aruna . There was plenty to do and see for an active group of four with plenty of time for relaxation in between . Our preferences and requests were taken into consideration and the trip ran smoothly so all were satisfied.

Local specialist: Rozanne Kasthuri

An unforgettable trip! Justyna and her team...
Sri Lanka | Dec 15 - Dec 22, 2023

Rachel
Rachel Z.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Mar 08, 2024
An unforgettable trip! Justyna and her team put together a fabulous trip that met all of our needs and wants. Our tour guide was the greatest guide bar none. He was not only incredibly knowledgable about a range of topics (culture, agriculture, history, etc.) but very personable and went above and beyond to "make all our dreams come true" while in Sri Lanka. All of our accommodations were stunning and incredibly hospitable. As someone with a gluten allergy I felt very well taken care (the... Read more

An unforgettable trip!

Justyna and her team put together a fabulous trip that met all of our needs and wants. Our tour guide was the greatest guide bar none. He was not only incredibly knowledgable about a range of topics (culture, agriculture, history, etc.) but very personable and went above and beyond to "make all our dreams come true" while in Sri Lanka. All of our accommodations were stunning and incredibly hospitable. As someone with a gluten allergy I felt very well taken care (the guide would talk with the hotel staff upon arrival to communicate this on my behalf to ensure there was nothing lost in translation).

We could not have planned a trip such as this on our own and are very thankful to have found KimKim and to be connected with Justyna and team!

Local specialist: Justyna Radomska
Justyna
Justyna Radomska
Local specialist in Colombo | Replied on Mar 15, 2024
Hi Rachel, Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are just delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour and I really hope you fell in love with Sri Lanka as much as we here. I already shared your feedback with my team and will make sure to pass it to the guide as well – I am sure he will be very happy! Wishing you all the best and we hope to welcome you in our paradise island again in the future – there are still many areas to be discovered by you (like Gal Oya area, which is one of my... Read more

Hi Rachel,

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are just delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour and I really hope you fell in love with Sri Lanka as much as we here. I already shared your feedback with my team and will make sure to pass it to the guide as well – I am sure he will be very happy!

Wishing you all the best and we hope to welcome you in our paradise island again in the future – there are still many areas to be discovered by you (like Gal Oya area, which is one of my favorites, or the northern part which is extremely interesting!). In case you ever decide to come back, we are here for you and will be happy to assist with anything 

Warm wishes,
Justyna & The Team

We LOVE Sri Lanka!!
Sri Lanka | Feb 6 - Feb 14, 2024

Kari
Kari I.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Mar 03, 2024
We have an absolutely incredible adventure!!! Suranga was an amazing driver and guide. I am a single mom and traveled from the US to Sri Lanka with my 4 year old daughter. I felt completely safe traveling with Suranga which was the most important to me, but besides that he was friendly, fun, knowledgeable and passionate about what he does!! Highly recommend!!
Kim Kim set is up with an incredible guide and I’m very thankful for that. As a mom with a young daughter I felt the itinerary was a...
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We have an absolutely incredible adventure!!! Suranga was an amazing driver and guide. I am a single mom and traveled from the US to Sri Lanka with my 4 year old daughter. I felt completely safe traveling with Suranga which was the most important to me, but besides that he was friendly, fun, knowledgeable and passionate about what he does!! Highly recommend!!
Kim Kim set is up with an incredible guide and I’m very thankful for that. As a mom with a young daughter I felt the itinerary was a bit ambitious on some days, but other than that it was wonderful!

Hotel Reviews
Kumbukgaha Villa
Sigiriya

Very nice place. I much appreciated our guide telling us to expect lizards in the room, because there were a couple!:) Good was good and the staff was friendly.

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Taru Villas Kandy
Kandy

Beautiful and clean hotel, maybe not the most kid friendly, so just to be mindful if you are traveling with young children.

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Mountain Heavens
Ella

Incredible views and friendly staff!

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Lankavatara Ocean Retreat
Kalametiya

Loved this beach side hotel!! Right on the beach!! Fun, great food and restaurant and wonderful spa!! Even my young daughter got a 20 minute massage which was a fun experience for her!!

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Koragaha Lodge
Tissamaharama

Location was amazing. Elephants on property two nights in a row but not a disturbance to guests. Food was really great and staff incredibly friendly!

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Activity Reviews
Tour of tea plantation & factory
Tour of tea plantation & factory
Sri Lanka

The tea factory was great!! It was just a little long for a 4 year old when doing all other activities that day!

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Afternoon Safari at Minneriya National Park (F)
Afternoon Safari at Minneriya National Park (F)
Sri Lanka

So many elephants!!!!

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Explore the Ancient City of Polonnaruwa
Explore the Ancient City of Polonnaruwa
Sri Lanka

Beautiful history that came to life here!!

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Suranga has a ton of knowledge on the history and passionate about sharing it!
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Village Tour at Hiriwadunna
Village Tour at Hiriwadunna
Sri Lanka

Wonderful village tour!! The people were incredible, friendly, hospitable, kind and overall just wonderful!

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Afternoon Safari at Yala National Park
Afternoon Safari at Yala National Park
Sri Lanka

Wonderful Safari!! There is so much diversity in this National Park!! Fun and exciting!!

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Visit Sea Turtle Hatchery
Visit Sea Turtle Hatchery
Sri Lanka

Phenomenal!!! Once in a lifetime activity, not incredibly thankful our guide Suranga was willing to carry my daughter!!! It was late at night and my daughter was too tired to walk the distances this activity required and Suranga carried her so we could witness a sea turtle laying eggs! Incredible!

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Leisure Day!
Leisure Day!
Sri Lanka

Absolutely beautiful beaches!!!!!

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Local specialist: Rozanne Kasthuri

Sri Lanka Tour
Sri Lanka | Feb 11 - Feb 17, 2024

Colin
Colin D.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Feb 26, 2024
When choosing someone you don’t know personally there is always a danger. Will they do the planning correctly will the person be there to pick us up will the hotels and trips be booked. We changed our minds many times and Dhanuska was also very accommodating and fast to respond to our requests. As promised our driver Malinda was waiting for us at 11:30pm to pick us up and drive us for 3 hours to our first hotel. Everything that we had been promised was delivered. The food was amazing... Read more

When choosing someone you don’t know personally there is always a danger. Will they do the planning correctly will the person be there to pick us up will the hotels and trips be booked. We changed our minds many times and Dhanuska was also very accommodating and fast to respond to our requests.

As promised our driver Malinda was waiting for us at 11:30pm to pick us up and drive us for 3 hours to our first hotel.

Everything that we had been promised was delivered. The food was amazing the hotels great and our driver Malinda just a joy. He drove us with care and professionalism and knew his country so well.

Would I recommend Dhanushka to anyone else. In a heart beat. During the tour we had messages from him as well as phone calls. He exuded professionalism.

We had such a wonderful time that we are already planning when we might go to Sri Lanka again and we will definitely use Dhanushka to plan our itinerary and request Malinda as our driver.

A big thank you to kimkim site for bringing together professional travel agents. I will certainly use the site again when travelling to any country in the world.

Activity Reviews
Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Sri Lanka

We enjoyed the experience make sure you take a guide and a guided assistant it will be very helpful. This climb is not for the faint here but it gives the most amazing views during the climb and when you reach the top. Make sure you include a trip to the elephant national park

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Helped us climb and were very knowledgeable about the site.
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We booked our own driver who was amazing
Explore Nuwara Eliya
Explore Nuwara Eliya
Sri Lanka

Unfortunately the weather conspired against us on the day but it was still a wonderful hike even though the last 1km was really hard work.

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Tour a Sri Lankan Tea Plantation
Tour a Sri Lankan Tea Plantation
Sri Lanka

We were taken to a small plantation and factory. It was fascinating and we got to try about 15 different types of tea. We also purchased a lot of great quality tea.

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Local specialist: Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Dhanushka
Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Local specialist in Sri Lanka | Replied on Feb 26, 2024

Hello Colin,
Thank you so very much for the wonderful review & comments!
I am glad that you enjoyed the vacation in Sri Lanka & truly honored to be your local travel expert who planned your holiday.
Sri Lanka has so much to offer & I invite you to visit Sri Lanka again to discover & explore the beautiful island.

Stay tuned & connected with Kimkim travel !
See you soon in Sri Lanka again !
I remain at your disposal.
Thanks again,
Dhanushka

We made many changes to our planning but Danu...
Sri Lanka | Feb 11 - Feb 17, 2024

Celine
Celine C.
Singapore | Reviewed on Feb 25, 2024
We made many changes to our planning but Danushka accommodated and was flexible with our planning and gave us good advise on whether what we were wanted was a good idea or not. He coordinated our trip. Malinda was our driver and guide during our whole trip in Sri Langka. He gave us good information about the places we were visiting. He is a good driver and very flexible with our plans. Thank you Malinda for making our trip very memorable. He made sure we were safe and always taken care of. Read more

We made many changes to our planning but Danushka accommodated and was flexible with our planning and gave us good advise on whether what we were wanted was a good idea or not. He coordinated our trip. Malinda was our driver and guide during our whole trip in Sri Langka. He gave us good information about the places we were visiting. He is a good driver and very flexible with our plans. Thank you Malinda for making our trip very memorable. He made sure we were safe and always taken care of.

Activity Reviews
Tour a Sri Lankan Tea Plantation
Tour a Sri Lankan Tea Plantation
Sri Lanka

Our driver took us to a smaller tea factory. They gave us a private tour of the factory and the machines were incredible. There was so much history to the factory. They let us try the whole range of teas. We bought a whole lot of teas to for ourselves and as gifts for friends. Loved the experience!

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Our driver was safe and drove very well.
Explore Nuwara Eliya
Explore Nuwara Eliya
Sri Lanka

The scenery is beautiful. The weather really cool! Horton Plains are only for the people who are fit. It is a long hike and one part needs quite a lot of stamina.

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Help for the older folks to walk up the stairs.
Transport
Driver could explain the history before you get there.
Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Sri Lanka

A very historic and beautiful site. However, you need to climb loads of steps. There are guides to help you and it is always advisable to have a guide. Take the help. Pay a little tip to the helpers who are working there and they can help you climb the steps. Especially for older folks. Worth the climb but hard work.

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Local specialist: Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Dhanushka
Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Local specialist in Sri Lanka | Replied on Feb 25, 2024

Hello Celine,
Thank you so very much for the wonderful review & comments!
I am glad that you enjoyed the vacation in Sri Lanka & truly honored to be your local travel expert who planned your holiday.
Sri Lanka has so much to offer & I invite you to visit Sri Lanka again to discover & explore the beautiful island.

Stay tuned & connected with Kimkim travel !
See you soon in Sri Lanka again !
I remain at your disposal.
Thanks again,
Dhanushka

Guide Aruna was outstanding went ...
Sri Lanka | Jan 22 - Jan 31, 2024

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Paul M.
San Marcos, CA | Reviewed on Feb 07, 2024
Guide Aruna was outstanding went out of his way a couple of the hotels were a bit iffy while a couple were absolutely delightful so a bit hit and miss there Read more

Guide Aruna was outstanding went out of his way a couple of the hotels were a bit iffy while a couple were absolutely delightful so a bit hit and miss there

Hotel Reviews
Jetwing Lagoon
Negombo

one of the iffy hotels long list ...

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no character whatsoever dirty terrible location extremely weird layout
98 Acres Resort & Spa
Ella

wonderful location and service

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Ru Boutique
Kandy

location the problem on major road so walking access a problem

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Local specialist: Rozanne Kasthuri

Fabulous trip to Sri Lanka!Dhanushka worked...
Sri Lanka | Jan 4 - Feb 2, 2024

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Hilary H.
Nicetown-Tioga, PA | Reviewed on Feb 04, 2024
Fabulous trip to Sri Lanka! Dhanushka worked with us to design an ideal trip and listened carefully to our preferences regarding hotels, meals, and specific sites we wished to visit. Kapila, our driver, was very careful and attentive and was a great source of information about the country and the sites. The country offers so much to see and exceeds our expectations. Thanks to all the people of Sri Lanka who were so friendly and welcoming! Read more

Fabulous trip to Sri Lanka!

Dhanushka worked with us to design an ideal trip and listened carefully to our preferences regarding hotels, meals, and specific sites we wished to visit. Kapila, our driver, was very careful and attentive and was a great source of information about the country and the sites. The country offers so much to see and exceeds our expectations. Thanks to all the people of Sri Lanka who were so friendly and welcoming!

Activity Reviews
Visit Kalaniya ancient Royal Buddhist temple
Visit Kalaniya ancient Royal Buddhist temple
Colombo

Morning visit was very beautiful!

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Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple Complex
Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple Complex
Sri Lanka

The cave temples were stunning!

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Ancient Sites of Anuradhapura
Ancient Sites of Anuradhapura
Sri Lanka

The complex at Anuradhapura is so interesting and the whole part is very well maintained.

Local specialist: Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Dhanushka
Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Local specialist in Sri Lanka | Replied on Feb 04, 2024

Hello Hilary,
Thank you so very much for the wonderful review & comments!
I am glad that you enjoyed the vacation in Sri Lanka & truly honored to be your local travel expert who planned your holiday.
Sri Lanka has so much to offer & I invite you to visit Sri Lanka again to discover & explore the beautiful island.

Stay tuned & connected with Kimkim travel !
See you soon in Sri Lanka again !
I remain at your disposal.
Thanks again,
Dhanushka

The perfect trip
Sri Lanka | Jan 21 - Jan 27, 2024

Jamie
Jamie Z.
Willingboro, NJ | Reviewed on Jan 30, 2024

Dhanushka helped us plan the perfect trip and was there for us every step of the way. Our local guide Nishada (Koon Holidays) was absolutely amazing as well. I will 100% use both again when I return!

Sri Lanka is a fantastic holiday destination…. E we saw so much wildlife (elephants, leopard, blue whale, sea turtle, sloth bear, etc), the food was delicious and the people so nice. I recommend this trip to anyone!

Local specialist: Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Dhanushka
Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Local specialist in Sri Lanka | Replied on Jan 30, 2024

Hello Jamie,
Thank you so very much for the wonderful review & comments!
I am glad that you enjoyed the vacation in Sri Lanka & truly honored to be your local travel expert who planned your holiday.
Sri Lanka has so much to offer & I invite you to visit Sri Lanka again to discover & explore the beautiful island.

Stay tuned & connected with Kimkim travel !
See you soon in Sri Lanka again !
I remain at your disposal.
Thanks again,
Dhanushka