• Colombo - Starting at 3:30 pm, guests will be picked up from their hotel in the Colombo area.

Join us to witness the lively afternoon in old Colombo town transition into a beautiful sunset. Enjoy a city tour as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean, while the bustling workday winds down and the city lights up for another vibrant evening.

We are committed to enhancing our safaris by constantly exploring and experimenting with local authentic locations, destinations, and experiences. As long as we are operational, we will continue to seek new adventures, so prepare for an off-the-beaten-path experience.

Guests are welcome to bring their own drinks (alcoholic) and make use of the on-board cooler box.

• Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct - Built in the 1700s by the Dutch, this unique historical building served as a hospital. We will stop here to provide a brief introduction to Colonial Colombo.
• Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple - Location: Nestled by the serene Beira Lake, offering a peaceful contrast to the city’s hustle.

Architecture: It features a captivating blend of Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian, and Chinese architectural styles.

Seema Malaka: A notable part of the complex is the “floating temple,” a meditation hall on the lake designed by the renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa.

Museum: The temple houses an intriguing and diverse museum, showcasing an extensive collection of Buddha statues, artifacts, antique coins, and even vintage cars.

Significance: It plays a significant role in community welfare and hosts the spectacular annual Navam Perahera procession.

• Pettah - The Pettah Market is the vast, sprawling, and intensely lively commercial hub of Colombo, located just east of the city’s Fort district.

Atmosphere: It is a vibrant, multi-ethnic, and sensory-rich marketplace—a maze of narrow streets filled with constant noise, porters pushing carts, and vendors energetically selling their goods. It offers an authentic, high-energy experience of local Sri Lankan commerce.
Goods Sold: Pettah primarily operates as a wholesale and retail bazaar, where each cross-street specializes in a specific type of product. You can find almost anything here, from electronics, mobile phone accessories, and toys, to high-quality textiles, fashion, fresh fruits, vegetables, and bulk spices.

Famous as Sri Lanka’s long-established gold market.

Shopping Tip: It is the best place in Colombo for bargain hunters, where haggling is expected, and the prices are significantly lower than in modern malls.

• Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque - The Jami-Ul-Alfar Mosque, commonly known as the Red Mosque (Rathu Palliya), is one of Colombo’s oldest and most visually striking landmarks.

Located in the bustling commercial heart of Pettah, this historic mosque is renowned for its striking Indo-Saracenic architecture. Its most recognizable feature is its facade, which is covered in alternating red and white bands of brickwork, creating a mesmerizing “candy-striped” effect on its minarets and domes.

Completed in 1909, the mosque was commissioned by the local Indian Muslim community and was so prominent at the time that sailors approaching the Colombo port used its towering red and white minarets as a navigational landmark. The unique, almost pomegranate-shaped domes further distinguish it from traditional mosque architecture, making it a celebrated symbol of Colombo’s rich multicultural heritage.

• Pettah Floating Market - We will pass by this market.
• Viharamahadevi Park - Viharamahadevi Park is the oldest and largest public park in Colombo, located in the heart of the city, directly in front of the iconic Town Hall.

Originally known as Victoria Park during the British colonial era, it was renamed after Queen Viharamahadevi, the mother of the revered ancient King Dutugemunu.

The park is a green oasis offering a tranquil escape, featuring:
A prominent golden Buddha statue surrounded by fountains.
Lush, well-manicured gardens and large, shaded trees.

• Independence Square - Architecture: The design is based on the Magul Maduwa (Royal Audience Hall) of the last native kingdom, the Kingdom of Kandy, symbolizing the restoration of native sovereignty.

Design Elements: It is an open-sided pavilion featuring intricate stone carvings, 60 supporting pillars adorned with traditional designs, and four stone lions guarding the entrance.

Statue: An imposing statue of the country’s first Prime Minister, D. S. Senanayake, stands at the head of the monument.

Current Use: Today, it is the primary venue for the annual National Independence Day celebrations and a popular recreational hub for walking, jogging, and family outings, surrounded by beautiful green lawns and the Arcade Independence Square shopping complex.

• Flowers for ladies
• All entrance fees included
• Traditional dinner experience
• Complimentary snacks
• Travel essentials provided (umbrella, rain ponchos, hand towels, pocket tissues, hand sanitizer, and first aid kit)
• Refreshing coconut and bottled water
• Internet Hotspot access upon request
• Ice Cold Beer available

Delve into enduring locales, explore all-season popular attractions, and venture into areas untouched by mainstream tourism. During your 3.5 to 4 hours with us, prepare to witness local inhabitants, authentic delicacies, bustling streets, and countless cheerful faces.

Our Tuk Tuk journey is a ‘Fully Included’ package covering all expenses. We will treat you with an array of Sri Lankan delicacies, provide drinks, along with a few local beers, and take you to what we believe are the most genuine and rustic spots Colombo has in store.
What to Carry

For your safari expedition, we suggest you bring the following items:

• A camera to document all the amazing sights
• A smartphone filled with your favourite music (Android or iOS) to keep the mood lively all day
• Some extra cash for buying memorabilia
• A Hat
• Sunblock (to shield yourself from the open-top Tuk Tuks’ sunlight)
• Feel free to bring your own drinks if you wish!

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.