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Rikaz Mohamed

I entered the world of hospitality and tourism back in 2006 with a love for meeting people from different walks of life. Fast forward to the present, I am in my seventeenth year in the trade.

Though I was born in Sri Lanka, I have travelled and lived in other parts of the globe for most parts of my life, and I have found nothing compares to my resplendent island of Sri Lanka. After a bitter 30-year civil war which ended in 2009, Sri Lanka remains to the world a new and exciting destination yet to be explored and experienced, though it has been making headlines in the word of travel since the last few years. It certainly gives me immense joy in sharing and showcasing the diversity of the island and beautiful experiences it has to offer to my clients and fellow tour operators around the globe.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"We have a firm belief and passion about curating insightful and bespoke journeys to Sri Lanka and take pride in being one of foremost tour operators on the island providing a professional yet discreet service with a heavy emphasis on giving attention to the minutest detail. We comprise of highly experienced designers who have comprehensive knowledge of the best the island has to offer, and the insider access and relationships needed to seamlessly plan and execute bespoke trips of the highest quality with authentic and intimate connections, insightful experiences with sustainability underpinning every trip.

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How did you get involved in travel?

"The world of travel has always fascinated me, having been blessed to live and work around the globe since my days as a kid. Exploring Sri Lanka since I repatriated nearly a decade ago at every opportunity, I get to leave my work desk and swap it for exploring the jungles of Sri Lanka being a wildlife enthusiast and a history buff, and equally exploring the ruins of Sri Lanka which stand out as a testament of the grandeur of its ancient past are my favorite pastime. It certainly is very rewarding when I share these intimate off the beaten track experiences with my clients when I do plan their holidays in Sri Lanka.

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Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"My most unique experience is going on a night Safari near to the midnight in the outskirts of the Jungle of Wilpattu. The experience was amazing and totally different to that of a safari done during the day time. I had the wonderful opportunity of coming across many nocturnal animals ,the lonely leopard out hunting, the slender loris with their big bulbous red eyes on trees and even the extremely rare, rusty spotted cat out fishing near a pond. An unforgettable experience. "

Rikaz is part of the following groups: Sri Lanka Travel Agents, Maldives Travel Agents
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Recent trip reviews for Rikaz

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!

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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
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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

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
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
Centara Ras Fushi
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

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