Tell us what you want. A travel specialist designs your private journey and stays in touch from the first idea to the last day.
How we travel
Personal trips, designed by people.
Thambili Tours is a Sri Lankan travel company. We listen first, design the journey with you, and arrange the details with local partners.
Tailor-made private trips
A complete journey built around your dates, pace and interests.
Ready-made journeys
Start from a sample journey and adjust it until it suits you.
Selected services
Only need a driver, a safari or somewhere to stay? Tell us which parts you would like help with.
Responsible travel
Respect for the places you visit
We care about the nature and communities that make Sri Lanka special. In practice that means respecting wildlife, favouring local people and businesses where we can, and helping you travel thoughtfully.
We do not make big promises or claim certifications. We will tell you plainly what we can and cannot do.
Respect for the places you visit
We care about the nature and communities that make Sri Lanka special. In practice that means respecting wildlife, favouring local people and businesses where we can, and helping you travel thoughtfully.
Sample journeys
Starting points, not fixed packages
Every journey is adjusted to you. Use these as inspiration.
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Sample journey
Wildlife & Wilderness
Yala · Udawalawe · Sinharaja rainforest · Often 8 to 12 days, always adjustable
Sample journey
Island Highlights
Sigiriya · Kandy · Hill country · South coast · Often 10 to 14 days, always adjustable
Sample journey
Southern Coast & Galle
Galle · Mirissa · Tangalle · Often 5 to 9 days, always adjustable
Why Thambili Tours
Travel that feels personal
You talk to people, not a booking engine.
See why travellers choose usDesigned around you
Every trip starts from what you want, not from a fixed package.
One point of contact
One team to talk to, instead of juggling many suppliers.
Support before and during your trip
We stay in touch from the first idea until the end of your trip.
How it works
From first idea to the journey itself
Tell us what you want
Share your dates, interests and the kind of trip you imagine.
We design your journey
A travel specialist shapes a route and pace around you.
We arrange the details
Stays, transport, guides and activities are arranged with local partners.
You travel with confidence
One point of contact before and during your trip.
Experiences
What would you like to feel in Sri Lanka?
From wild mornings to slow afternoons, we build the moments that matter to you into your route.
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Tea country & mountains
Tea country & mountains
Cool hill-country air, tea estates, walks and one of the island's most scenic train rides.
Wellness & slow travel
Wellness & slow travel
Unhurried days with yoga, walks, massage or simply a quiet place to stay.
Wildlife
Wildlife safari
Early-morning jeep safaris where elephants, leopards and birdlife are part of the landscape.
Beaches & ocean
Beaches & ocean
Palm-lined beaches, surf, snorkelling and, in season, whale watching along the coast.
Culture & heritage
Culture & heritage
Ancient cities, cave temples and living traditions, explained by people who know the stories.
Food & local life
Food & local life
Rice and curry, hoppers, spice gardens and time spent with local hosts.
Start planning your Sri Lanka journey
Tell us what you have in mind. It takes a few minutes and there is no obligation.