sri lanka for families

Sri Lanka is a fabulous destination for families, with a huge variety of sights within a relatively small area. Whether your children love wildlife, cultural experiences or spectacular beaches, Sri Lanka has everything and more. From huge Buddhist sculptures to bright green paddy fields, glistening beaches to scenic tea plantations, you will enjoy every minute of your family holiday in this extraordinary country.

The highlights for a family holiday in Sri Lanka include:

The people: Sri Lankans are some of the friendliest in the world, particularly with children. You will feel welcome wherever you go.

Beaches: there are numerous wonderful beaches in Sri Lanka. The best for children is Dalawella Beach near Galle, and there is a good chance of spotting turtles.

Yala National Park: spotting a leopard will be a thrilling experience for the whole family, and with the highest density of leopards here compared to anywhere else in the world, a visit to Yala gives you the highest chance of seeing one. For an alternative wildlife safari, Udawalawe is a fantastic option, and you are almost guaranteed to see elephants here.

Hiking in tea plantations: the mountainous areas of Sri Lanka offer stunning scenery and the opportunity to go hiking for adventurous families. There are endless tea plantations covering the hillside, colonial-plantation houses and remarkable waterfalls to discover.    

Temple of the Tooth: a UNESCO World Heritage site, the Temple of the Tooth is said to house a tooth of the Buddha. This will be a fascinating place for the children to visit. Sitting in the fabulous city of Kandy, children will also love the largest colony of fruit bats in the world, located just outside town.

Contact our specialists and start planning your amazing family holiday to Sri Lanka.