- List your property
- Support
- Trips
- Members save 10% or more on over 100,000 hotels worldwide when you’re signed in





Galle/Hikkaduwa/Mirissa: Kanneliya Rainforest & Gem Tour
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 1d
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Selective hotel pickup
Overview
- Enjoy private hotel pick-up and drop-off from Galle, Hikkaduwa, or Mirissa
- Visit the peaceful Kottawa Forest Reserve and view its refreshing natural pool
- Experience a guided nature hike through the breathtaking Kanneliya Rainforest
- Learn about Ceylon tea production and enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan lunch
- Explore local gem galleries with opportunities for optional gem shopping
Activity location
- Galle
- Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Galle
- Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka
Check availability
Galle/Hikkaduwa/Mirissa: Kanneliya Rainforest & Gem Tour
- 1d
Activity duration is 1 day 1d - English
What's included, what's not
Inclusions Hotel pickup and drop-off from Galle, Hikkaduwa, or MirissaInclusions Private air-conditioned car or van transportationInclusions Professional personal tour guideInclusions Guide explanations and assistance throughout the tourInclusions Visit to Kottawa Forest Reserve and natural poolInclusions Transportation to Kanneliya RainforestInclusions Rainforest sightseeing and hiking experienceInclusions Traditional Sri Lankan lunchInclusions Visit to a traditional Ceylon tea factoryInclusions Tea-tasting experience, when availableInclusions Visit to selected local gem galleriesInclusions Gem-cutting and polishing demonstration, when availableInclusions Scenic sightseeing and photo stopsInclusions Private return transfer to your hotelExclusions Kanneliya Rainforest entrance tickets and mandatory local forest-guide fees, payable separately by guests at the official entrance counter
Know before you book
- Not suitable for: Wheelchair users
What you can expect
Discover the rainforests, natural beauty, tea culture, and gemstone heritage of southern Sri Lanka on a private full-day journey from Galle, Hikkaduwa, or Mirissa.
Begin with convenient pickup from your hotel and travel comfortably in a modern air-conditioned private car or van. Your professional guide will accompany you throughout the journey, provide explanations, and take you to each listed destination.
Start at Kottawa Forest Reserve, a peaceful natural area surrounded by lush tropical greenery. Enjoy the tranquil forest atmosphere, admire the scenic natural pool, and capture beautiful photographs while spending time close to nature.
Continue to Kanneliya Rainforest for a memorable walk through one of Sri Lanka’s most important tropical forest areas. Explore rich biodiversity trails and look for endemic plants, birds, butterflies, and other wildlife while learning about the rainforest ecosystem.
After the rainforest experience, relax at a selected local restaurant and enjoy an authentic traditional Sri Lankan lunch. Lunch is included in the booking price.
Continue to a traditional Ceylon tea factory and discover how fresh tea leaves are processed from leaf to cup. Learn about Sri Lanka’s world-famous tea industry and enjoy a guided tea-tasting experience when available.
On the return journey, visit selected local gem galleries and discover Sri Lanka’s remarkable gemstone heritage. Learn how natural Ceylon gems are identified, cut, polished, and transformed into jewellery. Observe workshop demonstrations when available. Shopping is completely optional.
At the end of the tour, relax during the comfortable private return transfer to your accommodation in Galle, Hikkaduwa, or Mirissa.
The package includes hotel pickup and drop-off, private air-conditioned transportation, professional guide service, explanations, visits to the listed locations, traditional Sri Lankan lunch, and the tea-factory visit with tasting.
Kanneliya Rainforest entrance tickets and any mandatory local forest-guide fees are not included. Guests must pay these charges separately at the official entrance or ticket counter.
Location
Activity location
LOB_ACTIVITIES LOB_ACTIVITIES - Galle
- Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka
Meeting/Redemption Point
PEOPLE PEOPLE - Galle
- Galle, Southern Province, Sri Lanka