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Sri Lanka Family Holidays


Family Holidays
On a family holiday to Sri Lanka, marvel at the mighty Lion Rock of Sigiriya, watch tea pickers at work in the emerald hill country, or spot elephants and leopards on an exhilarating game drive before unwinding on one of Sri Lanka’s many golden beaches. From wildlife and culture to coastline and cuisine, the perfect family holiday awaits on this beautiful teardrop island.

Create your ideal adventure with a tailormade tour and your own private guide or simply check into one of the excellent family friendly hotels that line the coast for a relaxing beach escape. For the best of both worlds, combine the two - spend a few days exploring Sri Lanka’s highlights before heading to the seaside to round off your unforgettable family break. For more inspiration, check out our family friendly guide to Sri Lanka blog.

With more than 50 years’ experience, Trailfinders has developed the skills and expertise needed to put together all the pieces for an unforgettable family holiday. Our expert travel consultants are a mine of information and are the best people to ask to create your perfect trip.
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OUR FAMILY HOLIDAYS TO SRI LANKA

Nobody offers more Sri Lanka family holidays than Trailfinders.

Here's a snapshot of some our most popular Sri Lanka family holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, give us a call and speak to one of our travel experts.
City, Safari & Surf
Family Holiday
11 days / 10 nights

Stunning Sri Lanka is an Instagrammer’s paradise! Fill your stories with a variety of wacky and wonderful images from elephants to tea plantations, cobbled streets to golden sand beaches...

Guide Price: €1,729 £1,525 pp

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Sri Lanka Family Explorer
Family Holiday
8 days / 7 nights

Stunning Sri Lanka is an Instagrammer’s paradise! Fill your stories with a variety of wacky and wonderful images from elephants to tea plantations, cobbled streets to golden sand beaches...

Guide Price: €1,475 £1,279 pp

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Sri Lanka Family Holiday
Family Guided Small Group Adventure Tour
12 days / 11 nights

Naturally gorgeous, culturally captivating and steeped in mysticism, Sri Lanka makes for a wonderful introduction to the Indian subcontinent for both kids and adults...

Guide Price: €1297 £1133 pp

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Family Sri Lanka and Maldives Adventure
Family Guided Small Group Adventure Tour
15 days / 14 nights

Combining an action-packed ten-day journey across Sri Lanka with a relaxing Dhoni cruise in the Maldives, this family adventure is simply unforgettable...

Guide Price: €3613.5 £2845 pp

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Family Highlights of Sri Lanka
Family Guided Small Group Adventure Tour
9 days / 8 nights

Gather the family for an action-packed trip across spiritual Sri Lanka...

Guide Price: €1492 £1175 pp

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Ultimate Family Adventure - Sri Lanka
Family Holiday
16 days / 15 nights

Experience a taste of Sri Lanka’s wildlife, scenery and culture at a leisurely pace while staying in some of the country’s most family friendly hotels...

Guide Price: €2,729 £2,449 pp

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OUR RECOMMENDED FAMILY FRIENDLY HOTELS IN SRI LANKA

We feature a great range of family-friendly hotels in Sri Lanka, with something to suit all styles and budgets. Maybe you’re looking for a luxury beach stay with a host of fun-filled activities on offer, or a great value all inclusive hotel with a short transfer time. Perhaps you prefer a contemporary property with private villas to fit the family, or a stay on the white sands of Passekudah.

What you won’t find here are thousands of Sri Lanka family hotels to wade through. We have done the hard work for you and selected the best places to stay for a perfect family holiday and our travel consultants are on hand to help, often with first-hand experience.
Shangri-La Hambantota
4starplus

Southwest Coast

Located on a former coconut plantation in a secluded spot on the south coast, this impressive resort brings Shangri-La’s renowned service and luxurious modern style to Sri Lanka.
The Golden Ridge Hotel
4star

Tea Country

Set on a hillside on the outskirts of Nuwara Eliya, The Golden Ridge Hotel is a modern mountain resort offering stunning views of Sri Lanka’s glorious tea country.
Cinnamon Lodge Habarana
4star

Cultural Triangle

Situated at the heart of the Cultural Triangle within easy driving distance of Sigiriya, Dambulla and Polonnaruwa, this charming property boasts a lovely natural setting.
The Bay – An Uga Experience
4star

Passekudah

Fusing Sri Lankan and Mediterranean architecture with modern interiors, this contemporary resort occupies a prime position on the glorious white sands of Passekudah Bay on the east coast.
Avani Kalutara Resort, Kalutara
4star

Southwest Coast

Occupying a prime position on the west coast between the mouth of the Kalu River and the sparkling Indian Ocean, the popular Avani Kalutara Resort combines stylish rooms and a lovely location to offer a great value beach break.
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort, Tangalle
5star

Southwest Coast

This fabulous resort boasts an idyllic setting on a rocky outcrop, amidst a 21 acre coconut plantation by a secluded beach on the south coast.

WHAT TO DO ON A FAMILY HOLIDAY IN SRI LANKA

As well as some awe-inspiring sights, Sri Lanka is also home to unforgettable family experiences. These provide a unique insight into the culture (or a unique way to experience the areas natural splendour) that sightseeing alone simply can’t replace.

One day you might be learning about the species of monkeys which inhabit Polonnaruwa, the next flying down the rapids on a white water rafting adventure. Our collection of unmissable experiences will really help bring your family holiday to life.
Hot Air Balloon over the Cultural Triangle
3 hours
Departs: Cultural Triangle

Float above the beautiful countryside on an unforgettable hot air balloon adventure.

Train Journey through the Tea Country
4-6 hours
Departs: Kandy

All aboard! Journey on one of the most scenic train trips in the world through Sri Lanka’s emerald-hued tea plantations between Kandy and Ella.

Monkey Magic
4 hours
Departs: Cultural Triangle

Meet the cheeky monkeys of Polonnaruwa.

Rafting the Rapids
2 hours
Departs: Kitulgala

Enjoy a thrilling rafting adventure on the beautiful river of Kelaniya Ganga.

Elephant Freedom Project Experience
4 hours
Departs: Kandy

This fantastic project rescues elephants who were used in the tourism industry and provides them with a protected environment where they can roam freely. Enjoy learning about these wonderful and curious creatures and head down to the river to watch the keepers give them a scrub.

Kandy Food Trail
2 hours
Departs: Kandy

This morning/afternoon meet your local guide for a culinary tour of Kandy, discover the island’s delectable flavours with some fresh Kandyan street food, where local vendors serve a variety of different dishes each day.

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT SRI LANKA?

The best time to visit Sri Lanka varies by region. The southwest coast enjoys warmer and drier weather throughout the winter months, so the best time to visit is generally between December and March. The east coast offers calmer waters and a drier climate at its best from April to September. Sri Lanka's central areas of the Cultural Triangle and Tea Country can be visited year round but are typically wetter between October and December.

For more information, take a look at our guide to the best time to visit Sri Lanka.

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