Sri Lanka Beckons: Our Home. Our Story.
Immersive, holistic, authentic and interactive travel experiences.
Ayu-Bowan…ආයුබෝවන්
Ayu means Life in Sanskrit. Ayu Bowan is the traditional Sinhalese greeting meaning “May You Enjoy A Long Life”. The palms clasped together, and a gentle bow of the head accompanies the “Ayu Bowan”, Sri Lanka’s gentle gesture of welcome and respect. It is the age-old greeting of our people, and the chances are you will be greeted this way, wherever you happen to travel throughout the island.
Why Talk To Us...
We are not a conventional do-it-all travel company. We are retirees, and we do things a little bit differently than a 9-5 business. We are passionate about what we do and dedicate plenty of time to talk to you, educating you, and tell you what Sri Lanka is all about, and why you should go there. We are reachable on phone, chat or by email, 7 days a week, 365 days.
We are obsessed with Sri Lanka, and our affinity for the island is time immemorial. As an owner managed and operated Sri Lanka specialist, promoting Sri Lanka is the only thing we do. It is our bread and butter, our homeland that we know best. And our trips are all centered on providing exciting adventures, memories to last a lifetime, nothing more.
The low-impact, original, culturally, and ecologically immersive trips in Sri Lanka are an earmark of our creative and authentic mindset, coupled with the personalized service by our team on ground whose intimate connections to the local communities; be they are community guides, experts, naturalists with in-depth knowledge about fauna and flora. They are our friends who know Sri Lanka inside, out. The suggestions we offer are unique, and they inspire and uncover Sri Lanka’s hidden gems through experiences carefully curated to suit a wide range of interests.
Apart from our work that impacts its people and gives back a little to the island, we are careful not to over-commercialize our offerings. We intentionally curate and opinion-leading travel, bespoke ideas, private trips with an eco-conscious and social responsibility lens. Whether you love stylish boutique villas, former tea planter’s bungalow or centuries-old manor homes, art, history, wellness, nature, archeology, or simply interacting with friendly locals staying in a local farmhouse or listening to the abundant wildlife roam around your eco camps, our storytellers will embark you on a journey like no other.
Priyantha, Co-Founder
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Sri Lanka is a small universe; it contains as many variations of culture, scenery, and climate as some countries a dozen times its size…I find it hard to believe that there is any country which scores so highly in all departments – which has so many advantages and so few disadvantages. Lovely beaches, beautiful landscapes, impressive ruins, a vibrant culture, charming people and unique wildlife experiences all within a compact island like Sri Lanka.
Sir Arthur C Clark
Science fiction writer, futurist, inventor, undersea explorer
Award-winning author of 2001: A Space Odyssey
We Are...Sri Lanka
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The small miracle in the Indian Ocean
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The pearl-shaped gem - so much in so little. And big possibilities.
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The home to an 830-mile-long endless coastline with white sandy beaches, timeless ruins, a 2,500-year-old civilization, oodles of elephants, rolling surf, fun trains, famous Ceylon tea, and flavourful food unlike anywhere.
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The special place travellers from Sinbad to Marco Polo dreamt about.
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The 22 million smiles welcome you with open arms. Here, laughter is shared, friendships are instant, and every stranger is a family member.
So, come, enjoy, and share the joys of our hospitality - the Sri Lankan way
Our Ethos As Sri Lanka Travel Specialists
As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, the allure of experiential travel grows stronger. We, as a family business, embrace ourselves a more deliberate and mindful approach to offering travel arrangements in Sri Lanka, where we break free from the constraints of time and truly immerse ourselves in the beauty and diversity of the island. Our trips not only enrich your experiences but also fosters a sense of connection, sustainability, and well-being.
Our Specialty
Trips Made-to-order
Your journey starts from the moment you get in touch with us. Then we roll up our sleeves and get to work. We sit down with you, brainstorm and consult our local partners on how to make your couples getaway, family and wellness retreat, an active adventure, a honeymoon, a reunion, a multi-gen trip or luxury villa holiday – to exceed your expectations, be affordable and exciting.
Sustainability
Slow travel & local impact
We embrace the rise of slow travel seriously. In a fast-paced world driven by instant gratification and constant connectivity, slow travel is a new movement in the realm of travel. Breaking free from the rush and hustle of traditional tourism, our private slow travel itineraries encourage individuals to embrace a more deliberate and mindful approach to exploring Sri Lanka.
Responsible Travel
We Give Back More
At the heart of every trip we create is authenticity. Your travels will enrich the lives of the communities you travel in. Whether it’s through the local guides we employ, meet-the-people experiences you participate in or the finest local boutique hotels we select for your trip, your travel dollar reaches directly to the benefit of local communities and businesses.
