From Colombo/Negombo: Ratnapura Gem City & Waterfalls Tour
ID: GYG1270152-1943383
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
09:00 hours
Description
Discover Sri Lanka’s “City of Gems” on a private day tour to Ratnapura from Colombo. Visit a gemstone mine, explore Bopath Falls, and experience the spiritual Saman Devalaya temple.
Escape the busy city and spend a memorable day exploring Ratnapura, Sri Lanka’s legendary “City of Gems,” on this private guided tour from Colombo, Negombo, or Bentota. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle with your experienced chauffeur-guide, ensuring a relaxed and informative journey through the scenic countryside.
Your first highlight is a visit to a traditional gemstone mining site, where you will learn how Sri Lanka’s world-famous gems are discovered, cut, and polished. Gain insight into the centuries-old gem trade that made Ratnapura famous worldwide.
Continue your journey to the beautiful Bopath Ella, a unique waterfall shaped like a Bo leaf. Surrounded by lush greenery, it’s a perfect place to relax, take photos, or even enjoy a refreshing dip.
Next, visit the sacred Maha Saman Devalaya, an important spiritual site dedicated to God Saman, the guardian deity of Adam’s Peak. Experience the peaceful atmosphere and learn about its cultural and religious significance.
After a full day of exploration, relax on your comfortable return journey back to your hotel.
Highlights
- Discover the gem trade of Ratnapura on a private day tour from Colombo
- Visit a traditional gemstone mining site and learn about the gem trade
- Admire the natural beauty of Bopath Ella Waterfall and take a refreshing dip
- Explore the sacred Maha Saman Devalaya and learn about local beliefs
- Travel in comfort with a private vehicle and guide and enjoy hotel pickup
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes
Bring swimwear if you plan to bathe at the waterfall
Respect temple dress code (cover shoulders and knees)
Best weather conditions are during dry seasons
INCLUDED
- Private transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Experienced chauffeur-guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled mineral water
- Government taxes and service charges
NOT INCLUDED
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.