Sri Lanka Transportation Tips by llcole

Great Guide/Driver in Sri Lanka

[updated phone number--August 26, 2011]

We traveled around Sri Lanka using this guide, who has his own van with air con. His name is Jagath Wijesiri, and he's a very nice guy, a kind soul. His English is good, and he has a university degree in sociology, and so can answer lots of questions about Sri Lankan culture, life, etc. He is certified by the provincial council as a tour guide. He is also a Steward of Venerable Bhikku Sumedha Maha Thera.

He's based in Kandy, but can travel around, and even collect you from the airport if you wish. My friend and I traveled with him for 4 days, and have no complaints at all. I have put some of his contact info below, but please email me if you would like additional info. (This photo was taken at Dowa Temple, which is also in my pages.)

Mode: AROUND

Other Contact: email: chamigath@yahoo.com

Phone: +94(0)777-80-79-39 (mobile)

Type: Car/Motor Home

Arriving in Sri Lanka

Since our flight into Sri Lanka had a scheduled arrival time of midnight, we elected to stay in the town of Negombo, which is much closer to the airport than Colombo is. After having traveled for 36 hours, it was great to spend only half an hour or so in a van rather than 90 minutes or more. We stayed at The Pearl, on the beach in Negombo (listed in Lonely Planet--see my Accommodations page for more info). Their driver picked us up at the airport, and we were well taken care of.

Mode: TO

Type: Airplane