Overview
Sri Lanka, surrounded by the waters of the Indian Ocean, is a natural paradise rich with different landscapes of verdant mountains, rain forests, paddy fields, waterfalls, and many more attractions to explore. Sri Lanka is an Island that you wouldn’t want to miss discovering. Now explore all these amazing destinations on this special package with Ceylon Max Travels!
Highlights
- Starts and ends in Negombo
- Ride through the coastal line and fishing villages
- Ride on fewer traffic roads, through the jungle with a few off roads
- Opportunity to see wildlife such as elephants and wild buffaloes if you are lucky
- Experience a ride to the mountains, narrow bends, winding roads, uphill, misty
- Visit the central part of Sri Lanka with tea plantations, British colonial villages, waterfalls
- 7 nights accommodations
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Negombo
After arrival (Ceylon Max Travels suggests you arrive one day earlier)and a short rest and fresh up, you will check the bikes and prepare the luggage. Then you would journey towards the Central Province of Sri Lanka where you will visit one of UNESCO’s 8 world wonders which is Sigiriya Rock. On your way to Sigiriya, your first stop would be Dambulla cave temple, where you will come across one of South Asia’s largest statues of Buddha in dharmachakra mudra position. After which you will have lunch and make your way to a hotel to rest. In the evening, you would climb Sigiriya Rock which dates ba
Day 2: Trincomalee
After having breakfast, you will prepare to start your day by heading towards the Northeast part of Sri Lanka, Trincomalee. The city is famous for its glorious beach and pigeon island on a boat tour. This island is known for snorkeling and you will have the opportunity to swim with tiny sharks and jellyfish in crystal-clear water. Also, you can indulge in coral snorkeling where you will witness different species of fish and turtles. After enjoying lunch and spending the day on this island, you will head to the hotel to spend the rest of the night. Overnight stay at Trincomalee. Riding highligh
Day 3: Knuckles
Looming before you, you will catch sight of the recumbent folds and peaks of a section of the mountain known as the Knuckles for its resemblance to a clenched fist. Sinhalese locals have traditionally referred to this area as Dumbara Kanduvetiya which means a mist-laden mountain range. The entire area is characterized by its stunning landscapes often robed in thick layers of cloud and mist. You spend the night at Knuckles Mountains. Riding highlights: East coastal line, lagoons bridges, jungle, temples after to the mountains of Sri Lanka, Narrow bends, winding roads, Uphill, misty and rainy we
Day 4: Kandy
Kandy is the second-largest city in Sri Lanka after Colombo and it is famous for its Royal Botanical Gardens and the Temple of the Tooth. It is situated in a beautiful highland region of tea plantations. Kandy had been the capital city of the last remaining independent kingdom of Sri Lanka after the coastal regions were conquered by the Portuguese, Dutch, and British respectively from 1592 to 1815. At last, it capitulated to the British. The famous Royal Botanical Gardens were Lord Mountbatten’s headquarters during the Second World War. You spend the night at Kandy. Riding highlights: Central
Day 5: Nuwara Eliya
You move towards the mountains higher and higher along the hair-pin road, until you reach Nuwara Eliya city, known as Little England from the days when the British used to retreat here to escape the scorching heat of the lowlands. Nuwara Eliya is situated at an altitude of 6,128 feet. You visit Ramboda Falls hotel which is supposed to be the best spot adjacent to Ramboda Falls to taste a buffet while enjoying a fascinating view. Proceeding the journey, you approach a tea factory. In that factory, you would be having an excursion inside to gather some knowledge about the tea manufacturing proce
Day 6: Haputale or Ella
After breakfast, you saddle up and set off on the back roads for the short climb up to the hill people call New Zealand farms near the top of Sri Lanka's Highlands. Ride along gravel tracks through tea estates and vegetable and strawberry farms with stunning views of waterfalls and mountains. Having climbed up to the climax of the Nuwara Eliya, (Horton Plains National Park, walk and ride through the plains are optional, need to buy a ticket) you descend to Haputale or Ella. This town is one of the unique places in Sri Lanka. Straddling a spine in the mountains with panoramic views to the east,
Day 7: Kitulgala
From Ella, you ride around the edge of the Highlands to Kitulgala, the location of Sir David Lean’s famous 1957 film The Bridge on the River Kwai. Traces of the bridge built for the film still remain. Capping off your adventure, you spend the day white-water rafting and canoeing. Under the guidance of expert paddlers, you’ll white-water raft down the Kelani River passing through class 3 rapids and with occasional swimming breaks. Back on dry land, you’ll do a short excursion up a narrow canyon near the Kelani River. With full harnesses and expert guides, you’ll descend deep into the canyon jum
Day 8: Negombo
Today is your last day on the tour. You would be heading to Negombo / Colombo Airport on your choice. On the way, you would be shown rubber estates and coco plantations. Then you would be taken to the beach hotel / airport where you can rest / fly home with all these exceptional memories.
Ride Details
- Bike
- rental bike
- Daily rides
- 90 - 290 kilometers / 56 - 180 miles
- Meals
- Not included
What's included
- Honda Baja XR250cc
- 7 nights accommodation
- Room with air conditioner (hotels, chalet, or cabana)
- Fuel for the tour
- Guide accommodation and food
- Tour guide and his expenses
- Airport pick-up and drop off
- Sri Lankan driving permit
Not included
- Meals
- All entry tickets
- Extra beverage
- All tips
- Airfare
- Security deposit (200 USD)
Accommodation
During the tour, you will stay mostly in 2 to 3-star hotels or eco-lodges.
Food
On the way to each location, the guide has perfect knowledge about the best restaurants around the area and he will guide you with your choice.
Getting There
This guided motorcycle tour takes place in Sri Lanka. From the ancient Buddhist Temples to the 21st century, Sri Lanka has been an island filled with wonderful stories. The gold coastline that runs around the country, the historical importance of Kandy city, the mountains that give birth to waterfalls that nourish the country, the rain forests that have endemic species to this very own country, al
Rider Reviews
Nemo had excellent knowledge and communication skills. His attitude and attention to my wants and expectations was brilliant. We went on backroads not many could find.He arranged snorkeling and a white water raft experience at very good rates. The hotels we stayed at were all top class and in unique locations. Definitely recommend this company to anyone visiting Sri Lanka.
Die Natur war atemberaubend. Wir fuhren durch kleine Fischerdörfer, kurvige, aber gut befahrbare Nebenstraßen und herrliche Berglandschaft. Neben den drei bis sechsstündigen Tagesetappen gab es die Möglichkeit, beeindruckende Sehenswürdigkeiten und Nationalparks zu besichtigen oder auch im Meer zu baden und in kleinen Städten herumzulaufen. Unser Tourguide Nemo war extrem freundlich, ist immer auf unsere Wünsche eingegangen und hat uns nichts aufgeschwatzt. An einem Tag hat er wetterbedingt vorgeschlagen, den Tourverlauf zu verändern und das Hotel umzubuchen. Danke für deine Begleitung! Sri Lanka beseelt die Sinne. Ein Land zum Wiederkommen!
I had an amazing motorcycle trip in Sri Lanka, and I cannot recommend it enough! Neminda was a fantastic guide, making sure everything was well-organized from the moment I was picked up at the airport until the very last second. On the last day, Neminda’s family was incredibly welcoming, which made the experience even more special. The country offers such a variety of landscapes and experiences, from lush mountains to beautiful coastlines; it seems like you are in a different country every single day, sometimes it doesn't even feel like you are still in Asia. As a female solo traveler, I felt completely safe throughout the journey, which was very important to me, since I'm very adventurous and don't want to feel limited throughout exploring everything. The bikes were in excellent condition, and Neminda provided great recommendations for activities during our spare time, as well as excellent food and accommodation choices. The offroad sections were so much fun, and even for less experienced riders, they were very doable. It was an unforgettable experience, and I’m already thinking about coming back! Next time, I’ll definitely plan a longer stay, as there’s so much more to explore!
