Sri Lanka Cycling Tours
Bicycle Tours

We make sure that, your biking tour with us is an experience in itself and not just another peddling tour. In ensuring this we offer world class biking trails covering, mountains, valleys, tropical rain forests, reservoirs, ancient cities, beaches and pristine remote villages. 

Furthermore this will be learning intervention to a 2500 year culture and an insight to a unique way of life in this land of discoveries.

Our unmatched service combines professionalism and the best knowledge of the wilderness in Sri Lanka ! Our own guides have the experience of running many tours with many professional tour leaders from all over the world.

Our Sri Lanka Mountain Bike Tours are being spiced-up with many interesting activities like trekking / canoeing / Wildlife Safaris / Camping and many more nature and adventure related activates that you would love to be part of.

Please remember that it is not possible to be absolutely precise about the grading of a trail as there are many contributory factors involved. The main benefit of grading a trail is to provide you with an overall indicator to compare one ride against another. We therefore look at the following 6 factors before outlining the grade.

* Please note the weather condition in Sri Lanka :

Lowlands
Tropical, average 27C, Central Hills- cooler, with temperatures dropping to 14C. The south-east monsoon brings the rain to the western, south western and central regions from May to July, while the north-western monsoon occurs in the north and east in December and January. Sri Lanka generally boasts of a good climate for holiday-makers throughout the year.

Soft - MTB trails 
For Part time and leisure Riders - Although predominantly on dirt roads, these trails may also be on short and easy off-road sections. Mainly on flat and very gentle slopes. Usually, these types of trails are short in duration and done at lower altitudes; often they are optional, providing a rest day in between the tour. You would usually ride for 4 to 5 hours during a specific day.

Moderate - MTB trails
Most people who enjoy a weekend of biking in the hills or mountains at home are capable of undertaking a trail of this level. These levels of trails are for Cyclist who rides regularly as a means of exercise. There are a variety of gentle off-road routes with very few technical sections. [But we could always provide our clients the option of taking a more difficult section or in the alternative ride on an easier route / or travel in the backup vehicle.] You would usually ride for 5-7 hours a day and minute elevation difference might occur.

Pro/Technical- MTB trails 
For trails which entail Professional / Technical sections, fitness is the most important component and you may have to improve yours before the start of the expedition. These sections are usually located at significantly higher altitudes and with substantial elevation differences. Some routes are designed with tough single trails that would require the utmost competence [But we could always provide our clients the option of riding on these trails or take an easier route / travel in the backup vehicle.] You will ride for 7-9 hours per day on average.
All Cycling Packages can easily be combined with one of our Sri Lanka Tours.

OUR SRI LANKA MOUNTAIN BIKE TOURS

South Coast Mountain Bike Tour

Hill Country Mountain Bike Tour

Both tours can be combined, with a back-up vehicle (micro bus) accompanying you through the hill country*. This way you can skip some of the more demanding routes and/or friends/family members can travel in the bus while you tackle the mountains, valleys, tropical rain forests.
For your convenience the back-up vehicle carries spare parts and spare bikes. It is advisable that you have a GPS enabled phone with the driver/guide mapping your daily destinations. A Sri Lankan SIM Card can be provided free of charge. I you like to combine the tours, we will customize the start and end according to your dates and requirements.

* please note: the back-up vehicle is only included in the hill country tour. Should you require the micro bus for the coastal tour, we can be provide one at a additional fee. However, since the route is suitabel for all skill levels, this only makes sense if you travel in a group with non-bikers and/or with a lot of luggage.

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South Coast Mountain Bike Tour (7d/6n)

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS CYCLING TOUR

• The best surf, snorkeling and swimming beaches on the South Coast
• Dutch Channel in Negombo
• Gangatilaka Vihara Buddhist Temple in Kalutara
• Moonstone Mine in Mithiyagoda
• Dutch Fort in Galle
• Snake Farm
• Hummanaya Blowhole in Dickwella
• and much more ...

TOUR ITINERARY

• All mountain bike routes are designed specifically to allowe cyclists to ride on village back roads avoiding main roads as much as possible.
• Average riding per day is about 40 km on soft and moderate routes mostly

Day 1 Negombo Beach:
After your arrival you will be transferred to your Beach Hotel in Negombo. Depending on your arrival time, you can already test ride the mountain bikes and one of your representatives will recommend the best places to visit on your tour. In case of a late arrival, this will happen the next morning.
Overnight at a 3* Beach Hotel in Negombo

Day 2 Negombo Beach:
Negombo is the ideal place to to get used to Sri Lankan traffic while cycling along the famous Dutch Channel and/or though small villages to the watersports center in Kumudu (20 km) where you can go waterskiing, wakeboarding, kite surfing or test your balance on an SUP (Stand-Up-Paddle).
Total cycling distance n.a..[Moderate Cycling Route ]
Overnight at a 3* Beach Hotel in Negombo

Day 3 Negombo - Bentota:
In the morning you and your bikes will be driven to the fishing village of Wadduwa (past Colombo) by mini-bus. Small market town aside, the coastal route is always directly off the beach, giving you the opportunity for a quick dip or a drink while watching the surfers and local fishermen.
On your way to Bentota Beach we recommend to stop at Kalutara where the Gangatilaka Vihara Buddhist Temple is attracting pilgrims from all over Sri Lanka. More inland you'll find the Brief Garden, landscape architect Bevis Bawa’s former home, with an eclectic art collection & a sprawling garden.
Total cycling distance approximately 30 km. [Moderate Cycling Route ]
Overnight at a 3* Hotel in Bentota

Day 4 Bentota - Hikkaduwa:
On your way to Hikkaduwa you'll pass Ambalangoda, famous for hand-made puppets and marionettes, and if you cut inland from there you will reach Hikkaduwa's Bird Lake. As the name suggests, an idyllic spot which is home to many tropical and migratory birds. Another must is a visit to the Moonstone Mine in Mithiyagoda (just 2 km from Hikkaduwa). Hikkaduwa is also the major surf center of the South with an active beach life. Especially after dark.
Total cycling distance approximately 40 km. [Moderate Cycling Route ]
Overnight at a 3* Hotel in Hikkaduwa

Day 5 Hikkaduwa - Galle 
While you can spend hours exploring the famous Dutch Fort and colorful markets in Galle, we recommend to stop at the Dodanduwa Lagoon for a boat ride. Some of the little islands dotted all over the lagoon are home to hermits living in the shade of huge trees covered with sleeping (nocturnal) fruit bats. A very special experience!
Total cycling distance approximately 20 km. [Moderate Cycling Route ]
Overnight at a 3* Hotel in Galle Fort

Day 6 Galle - Mirissa:
On todays route you will pass the famous beach resorts of Unawatuna and Aluthgama, with small villages and lush low-land plantations just inland. There is also the option to cycle on the shady local roads parallel to the main beach road from Unawatuna onwards. If you like dangerous animals, stop at the Snake Farm on your way. Mirissa is a small fishing village with a beautiful, protected beach and excellent surf points. Mirissa has a lot of small charming restaurants, most of them directly on the beach. Fresh seafood, traditional Sri Lankan meals and international specialties are available at reasonable prices.
Total cycling distance approximately 40 km. [Moderate Cycling Route ]
Overnight at a 3* Hotel in Mirissa

Day 6 Mirissa - Matara
The sea frontage to Matara city gives a glamorous look with a beach which extends to about half a kilometer in distance. When compared to other beaches this beach is full of various kinds of trees as shades. Polhena, Matara's beach area is 2 km away from the city center.
The star-shaped fort of Matara is one of the most fascinating Dutch legacies beyond our home. Interestingly however, the colonial forces were not the only one to hold the honour of a globally renowned landmark in the region, with the historic Weherahena Viharaya featuring what is known to be the world’s first tunnel shrine adorned with paintings of Buddhist folk tales. Yet another internationally reputed landmark sits just west of Matara at the fishing village of Dickwella – where the Hummanaya Blowhole is the second largest on Earth. Last, not least, in Matara ends the Southern Railway Line. Ideal if you want to get back to Negombo/airport by train (bikes are allowed, just inform the station master).
Total cycling distance approximately 20 km. [Moderate Cycling Route ]
Overnight at a 3* Hotel in Matara - End of Tour

If you want to stay for a while or explore the Deep South including the Yala National Park you can keep the mountain bikes for a small daily of US$ 7/day per bike.

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Accommodation:
The included 3* accommodation options have been carefully hand-picked by. A complete list of the hotels/guest houses will be provided, once we have received your booking request together with your travel dates.

US$ 399 (per person)

The shown rates include airport transfer, mini-bus transfer to Wadduwa on the South Coast, mountain bike(s), accommodation in double room (sharing), on b&b basis, excluding entry fees.

Please note: A refundable deposit of US$ 150 is required for each mountain bike. Bikes can be transported back to Negombo by train, or, if you plan to stay longer in the South you can arrange a pick-up for the bikes with one of our drivers. In this case the driver will also refund your deposit on site. Back-up mini-van with English speaking driver/guide for the entire tour on request. This South Coast Bike Tour can easily be combined with our hill-country Mountain Bike Tour (see below).

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Rates include:

• Accommodation (sharing) in a double room on B&B basis.
• Airport Transfer.
• Mountain Bikes in prime condition and helmets.
• Mini Bus Transfer to Wadduwa .
• All government taxes & all service charges.

for more information about Cycling Tours in Sri Lanka and reservation please contact us... 

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Hill Country Mountain Bike Tour (6d/5n)

HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS CYCLING TOUR

• Cycling in the hill capital of Sri Lanka - Kandy .
• Peddling to little England in Sri Lanka - Nuwara Eliya
• Leaving to the National Park in the Highest Plateau - Horton Plain's National Park. Conquer Satan's Steps on a bike  & return River Garden - Belihuloya.
• Cycle in & around the Adventure Capital of Sri Lanka - Belihuloya.

TOUR ITINERARY

• All mountain bike routes are designed specifically to allowe cyclists to ride on village back roads avoiding main roads as much as possible.
• Average riding per day would be about 40km on soft and moderate routes mostly.
• There are steep climbs at hills where clients have the option to get in to the back-up vehicle which will follow them in all cycling routes.

Day 1 - Kandy:
Meet and greet at the pickup point around 5.00am and transfer to Kandy . [ You have the option of arriving Kandy on your own, too] 
Late Morning Cycling Route: Kandy - Hantane - Tea estates - Kandy - start of tour in Kandy

After breakfast we transfer to the top of the Hantane Hills, with its magnificent view of Kandy and the daunting Knuckles Mountains . The ride follows a trail leading to the tea estates, where scores of brightly dressed tea pickers pluck the top leaves of the green bush.

After lunch we continue along the tea trails, where once again the group can be divided as there are both off-road and road options. Both routes end at the estate's tea factory, where we can stop and sample the refreshing local brew and tour the factory.

Total cycling distance 26 km.[3 ½ Hours- Moderate to Hard Cycling Route ]

Day 2 Kandy - Nuwara Eliya:
For those who feel like a big challenge, we ride along the old B39 road, breaking our journey at Hanguranketa. This small village has an ancient temple with magnificent murals, which dates from the Kandyan period. The Hanguranketa valley is also one of the few places where you see terraced paddy fields. Beyond the paddy field is tea and the area is reputed to produce the finest teas on the island.

Total cycling distance 89 km. [7 Hours- Hard Cycling Route ]

Day 3 Nuwara Eliya- Horton Plains - Belihuloya
Time for a nature walk at the HORTON PLAINS NATURE RESERVE, approximately 10,000 Hectares inhabited by Elk, Deer, Giant Squirrel, Wild Boar, Wild Hare, Porcupine and a variety of migratory birds, unique to this region. According to a recent count there are 16 Leopards around Horton Plains. If you are very lucky you may get a glimpse of a Leopard. Bird Watching in this ecosystem is also interesting because it is home to 95% of the endemic birds of Sri Lanka! 

BAMBARAKANDA FALLS 
Within a majestic basin-shaped valley bordered by huge steep rocks and dark green forests of pines and tropic trees the highest waterfall of Sri Lanka [ 240.8m] plunges with two silver ropes over a vertical dark gray wall from the green saddle between Mt.Welihena and Mt. Bambaragala into a deep pool, only 500m walking distance from the trail.

Total cycling distance approximately 40 km. [ 4/5 Hours - Moderate & Hard ]

Day 4 - Belihuloya - Kalthota 
After breakfast, we travel 5 km to Kinchigune village which borders the Samanalawewa reservoir. From Kinchigune, we pass the Samanalawewa reservoir dam to Pambahinna, where you turn off and proceed to Kalthota (9 km). From Kalthota, travel 26km on a hilly road uphill to Balangoda un til you will meet the main road leading to Belihuloya.

Total cycling distance approximately 40 km from Belihuloya to Kalthota and from there up to Balangoda [4 ½ Hours - Hard to Moderate Cycling Route ]

Day 5 Belihuloya -Kinchigune:
The interesting feature in this cycle trail is that it offers you a considerable diversity taking you along the main road, by-roads, gravel roads through small towns, villages, paddy fields, forest patches and so on with short ups and downs and a steep uphill ride.

The easy first section of about 9 km of this trail from River Garden to Ambalantenna, along the main road and past the Sabaramuwa University will warm you up for the rough ride ahead. From Ambalanthenna onwards the interesting and rough ride is mostly through the thick forest . The road, washed off at places, will make your ride more interesting. As you enter the village of Kosgama you will be greeted by beautiful paddy fields and small village houses.This section is about 4 km. Then comes the challenge! This stretch of about 6 km up to the main road at Marangahawela is one steep uphill climb. Do not despair for; the beautiful forest will give you enough of cool shade and serenity to keep you riding.

After the tiring climb, the final phase, a downhill ride of about 12 km along the main road from Marangahawela back to River Garden, will help to cool you off before end of the trail.

Total cycling distance approximately 30km. [4 Hours - Hard to Moderate Cycling Route ]

Day 6 Belihuloya
After breakfast proceed to your final destination. A 40 kilometre stretch from Belihuloya and thereafter you will be transferred to your next destination by the backup vehicle.

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Accommodation:
The included 3* accommodation options have been carefully hand-picked by. A complete list of the hotels/guest houses will be provided, once we have received your booking request together with your travel dates.

US$ 599 (per person)

The shown rates include private transportation by a/c Japanese Mini Van with English speaking driver / guide, mountain bike(s), accommodation in double room (sharing), on b&b basis, excluding entry fees.

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Rates include:

• Accommodation (sharing) in a double room on B&B basis.
• Mountain Bikes in prime condition and helmets.
• Transportation for the entire tour. [ A micro van will be provided with ample space / hood rack for the bikes / spare bike / luggage].
• All government taxes & all service charges.

for more information about Cycling Tours in Sri Lanka and reservation please contact us...