Sri Lanka tours your way — with your own private driver.
Plan your route day by day, compare verified private drivers, and pay a small deposit online — the rest goes straight to your driver on the trip.
- Verified, English-speaking drivers
- Fixed price — fuel, tolls & parking included
- Only a small deposit online — the rest to your driver
- Free cancellation up to 7 days before pickup
Start from a tour our drivers run every week
Then bend it to your trip. Every price is the total for car and driver.
Yala Leopard Safari & South Coast Escape
Tissamaharama → Mirissa → Colombo
Classic Sri Lanka: Culture, Kandy & Ella
Sigiriya → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella → Colombo
Grand Tour of Sri Lanka
Anuradhapura → Sigiriya → Kandy → Nuwara Eliya → Ella
Stress-free from day one
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Tell us where you want to go
Your dates and the places you'd like to see — a two-minute form or a quick WhatsApp message.
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We send you driver & vehicle options
Local drivers, their cars and a price for each, usually within hours.
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You choose
Compare the options and pick the driver and car that suit you.
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Travel at your pace
Your driver meets you and follows your plan. Change the route anytime.
Let go of the wheel
A verified private driver for transfers, day trips and multi-day tours.
A short film: a verified private driver in Sri Lanka for transfers, day trips and multi-day tours, with a day-by-day plan and an all-inclusive price on WhatsApp.
Drivers travelers trust
Real drivers, photographed with the travelers they've guided across Sri Lanka. Slide through their photos and meet your driver before you book.
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Mahesha
2 yrs · English
Im Mahesha From Kandy,Sri Lanka. Well Experience Female Driver .. 20 Years Old Driving License Holder .. Chemestry (Honour )
Sandeepa rathnayaka
Kotikawatta · 2 yrs · English
Hello! I’m Sandeepa, a friendly and reliable private driver based in Sri Lanka. I provide safe, comfortable and punctual transportation for tourists, including airport transfers, hotel pick-ups and drop-offs, and day trips around Sri Lanka. I drive a well-maintained Honda Fit GP5, which is comfortable, fuel-efficient and ideal for couples, small families and individual travelers. I always aim to provide a pleasant and hassle-free travel experience while helping guests enjoy their time in Sri Lanka.
Deemantha Chamith
Gampaha · 4 yrs · English
About Deemantha Chamith Tours Sri Lanka Deemantha Chamith Tours Sri Lanka is a trusted private tour and transportation company dedicated to creating unforgettable travel experiences across Sri Lanka. We specialize in: Private airport transfers, Tailor-made Sri Lanka tours, Wildlife safari experiences, Cultural and heritage tours, Beach holidays, Hill country adventures, Comfortable private transportation with experienced drivers Our mission is to provide safe, reliable, and personalized service while helping travelers discover the true beauty of Sri Lanka. From your arrival at Colombo Airport until your departure, we ensure a comfortable journey with friendly hospitality, clean vehicles, and local knowledge. Whether you’re visiting Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella, Yala, Mirissa, Trincomalee, Arugam Bay, or any other destination, we customize every itinerary to match your travel style and budget. At Deemantha Chamith Tours Sri Lanka, your satisfaction is our highest priority. We believe every guest deserves an authentic Sri Lankan experience filled with unforgettable memories, warm smiles, and excellent service.
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Yasith Hirunaka
Kaduwela · 3 yrs · English
Honda Shuttle GP2 Hybrid, 5-seater, air-conditioned and comfortable for airport transfers and private tours. The vehicle is well maintained, clean and suitable for couples, families and small groups travelling with luggage. I am available for airport transfers, long-distance journeys and islandwide private tours.
Lakshan Madumal
Polonnaruwa · 3 yrs · English
Hello! Ayubowan! I’m a friendly, reliable and professional private driver based in Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka. I offer comfortable and safe transportation for tourists exploring the beautiful island of Sri Lanka with my Honda Vezel SUV. I can help you with airport transfers, day trips, sightseeing tours and multi-day island tours, including Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Kandy, Ella and the beautiful southern beaches. I enjoy meeting people from different countries and helping travellers discover Sri Lanka’s culture, history, nature and hidden gems. I will do my best to make your journey comfortable, enjoyable and memorable. Feel free to contact me to discuss your travel plans. I look forward to welcoming you to Sri Lanka!
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Ranjith Siyambalapitiya
Ja-Ela · English / Italian
SLTDA-licensed Chauffeur Tourist Guide Lecturer (All Island). I drive and guide, so I can walk you through the sites themselves, from Sigiriya and Polonnaruwa to the Dambulla caves, not just take you there. I speak English and Italian, and I do full round-island tours in my own air-conditioned Toyota TownAce with room for your luggage.
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Loku Galappaththige Chamil Duminda Kumara Galappaththi
Katunayake · 5 yrs · English
Hi, I’m Chamil, a friendly and reliable SLTDA-registered tourist driver in Sri Lanka with over five years of experience. I provide safe and comfortable airport transfers, private trips and multi-day tours. I drive a well-maintained Toyota sedan and have good knowledge of Sri Lanka’s popular attractions, scenic routes and local highlights. I always aim to make every journey safe, smooth, comfortable and enjoyable for my guests.
Tell us when you're travelling
Tell us your dates and we'll come back with drivers who are free and a price, usually within a few hours.
Not a taxi. Not a tour bus.
Your own local expert.
One driver, whole trip
The same trusted face from airport pickup to farewell — someone who learns how you travel and adapts as you go.
Fluent English, real answers
Menus translated, temples explained, restaurants recommended — like exploring the island with a local friend.
One honest daily rate
Fuel, highway tolls, parking and the driver's own accommodation are all folded in. No surprises on day nine.
Checked before they drive
Every driver's ID, licence, vehicle registration and insurance papers are checked before their profile goes live — and our team is on WhatsApp throughout your trip.
Change plans anytime
Loved Ella? Stay another day. Your driver reshapes the route on the spot — no rebooking, no fees.
Airport meet & greet
Name board at arrivals, cold water in the car, SIM-card stop on the way — day or night, flights tracked.
Destinations worth the drive
Planning a route? Check driving distances between cities on our Sri Lanka distance calculator or estimate how much your trip to Sri Lanka will cost.
Everything you need to plan Sri Lanka
Start with a guide, then turn your plan into a route and a price.
Sri Lanka tour packages
Private, customisable and priced per day — not a fixed group tour.
Sri Lanka safari
Leopards at Yala, elephants at Udawalawe — with a private driver.
Best time to visit Sri Lanka
Which coast, which month — season by season.
2-week Sri Lanka itinerary
A day-by-day route you can copy or bend to your trip.
Things to do in Sri Lanka
The places worth the drive, and how to link them.
Kandy to Ella train
The famous train ride: how to book it, and when a driver is easier.
Honeymoon in Sri Lanka
A private car and driver for two, at your own pace.
Best beaches in Sri Lanka
Where to swim and when, coast by coast.
Is Sri Lanka safe?
An honest answer for first-time visitors.
What will your trip cost?
Add your stops and see a price.
Find the trip that fits you
A car and a driver, at your pace — whether you want the whole trip guided, the right vehicle for your group, or simply a driver you can trust. Start wherever suits you.
How hiring a private driver works — what's included, day by day.
Learn morePick the right car, van or SUV for your group and route.
Learn moreA professional chauffeur-guide for a more polished trip.
Learn moreWho your driver is: licensed, English-speaking, properly vetted.
Learn moreA driver who guides — flexible touring with local knowledge.
Learn moreCommon questions
Everything else — just WhatsApp us. A real human on our team answers within the hour.
Planning ahead? Compare private drivers in Sri Lanka, browse popular routes or check what a private driver costs for your trip.
Chat on WhatsAppHow much does a private driver in Sri Lanka cost per day?
Sedans start at $55 a day, vans at $55. The rate covers everything on the road — fuel, highway tolls, parking, and the driver's own food and accommodation. A 10-day trip in a sedan works out around $550 to $750 depending on the route, and every price we quote is the total for the car and driver, not per person. Longer trips cost less per day than short ones.
Can I book just a transfer or a day trip instead of a full tour?
Yes. Choose Transfers for a fixed-price ride between two places (an airport pickup, for example), Day trips for a return trip from your hotel the same day, or Share a taxi to split a ride with other travellers. A tour is a multi-day route with one driver for the whole trip.
Is the driver's accommodation and food included?
Yes. Your daily rate covers everything for the driver — most Sri Lankan hotels provide free driver quarters and meals, so you never pay extra for it.
Do the drivers speak English?
Yes. Every driver on our marketplace is a fluent, English-speaking local who can translate menus, explain temples and recommend places to eat and stay along the way.
Do I need a guide as well as a driver?
Most travellers don't. Your driver is a fluent, English-speaking local who can explain temples and recommend places along the way, and a driver with the SLTDA Chauffeur Tourist Guide licence has been trained and vetted by the government to drive tourists and talk about the sites. If guiding at particular sites matters to you, mention it in your trip request.
Is it safe to hire a private driver in Sri Lanka?
Yes. Before a driver's profile goes live we check their ID, driving licence, vehicle registration and insurance papers, and our team is on WhatsApp throughout your trip. Reviews on a driver's profile can only be left by travellers who completed a booking with them.
Is a private driver a good option for solo female travellers?
Yes — it's one of the most popular ways women travel Sri Lanka. You get the same trusted, vetted driver for the whole trip, door-to-door, plus our team on WhatsApp throughout your trip. You can read a driver's reviews and see their photos before you book.
How many days do I need to tour Sri Lanka?
Most travellers spend 7–10 days to comfortably combine the cultural triangle, hill country, a safari and the south coast. A 5-day trip covers the highlights; 12–14 days lets you slow down and add the east or north.
Will the driver meet me at Colombo airport?
Yes. Your driver waits at arrivals with a name board — day or night, with your flight tracked — offers cold water in the car and can stop for a local SIM card on the way to your first hotel.
Can we change the itinerary during the trip?
Anytime. Your driver is yours for the whole trip — swap a beach day for a safari whenever you like, at no extra cost.
How do payments work, and is tipping expected?
A small deposit confirms your dates; the balance is paid directly to your driver during the trip by card, bank transfer or cash. Tipping isn't required but is appreciated — most travellers tip $5–10 per day for great service.