Thomas K.
The motorcycle trip through Sri Lanka was clearly structured, with a well-thought-out route plan that included highlights such as the Golden Temples and the Put...
MOTORCYCLE-TRIPS · ASIA
Sri Lanka Motorcycle Trip: Versatile Culture & Nature
On this motorcycle tour, you will get to know authentic Sri Lanka in 20 days! Temples, tea plantations, and national parks are just as much a part of it as the relics of Buddhist antiquity, the tropical atmosphere of the beaches, and the elephants, leopards, and monkeys in wildlife parks.
How long?
20 Days
When?
Nov 22, 2026
Price
€ 3,979
/ Person
The Journey
Enduro adventure
The start of the Enduro adventure Sri Lanka: Versatile culture & nature is in Colombo / Negombo. We ride through the middle and south of Sri Lanka, experiencing the Buddhist antiquity up close in various high-profile temples. In the mountains of Sri Lanka, we will cross the famous tea plantations, experience the process, and visit different national parks. The beaches of western and southern Sri Lanka let us feel the tropical atmosphere. Additionally, there will be a visit to one of the many wildlife parks that include elephants, leopards, monkeys, crocodiles. The route is both on the road and off-road (unpaved roads) and takes us through small villages and rice fields to discover Sri Lanka.
Key Highlights of the Trip
Key Highlights of the Trip
01
Discover the Golden Temples
01
Discover the Golden Temples
Visit the impressive Golden Temple in Dambulla and the unique Sigiriya Rock Temple.
02
Experience Tea Plantations Up Close
02
Experience Tea Plantations Up Close
Drive through the famous tea plantations of Sri Lanka and witness the tea production process.
03
National Park Adventure
03
National Park Adventure
Explore the Somawathiya National Park, an untouched natural paradise full of wildlife.
04
Enjoy Tropical Beaches
04
Enjoy Tropical Beaches
Relax on the dreamlike beaches of Sri Lanka and immerse yourself in the tropical atmosphere.
05
Pure Offroad Experiences
05
Pure Offroad Experiences
This motorcycle tour offers an unforgettable offroad adventure through small villages and rice fields. Feel the adrenaline rush on unpaved roads while exploring the breathtaking landscapes of Sri Lanka and being in the heart of nature. Experience the freedom of riding and the beauty of the surroundings as you discover wild elephants and other impressive animals in national parks.
Sri Lanka
The Sri Lanka motorcycle tour takes you across the island in 20 stages: from the lagoons in the northwest, through the temple cities of the Cultural Triangle and the tea hills in the highlands, to the beaches in the south. On asphalt and off-road tracks, you will experience culture and nature on two wheels.
Days 1-20
Negombo - Arrival in Sri Lanka
Depending on your flight, you will arrive at Colombo Airport in the morning or afternoon. Your hotel is about a 20-minute drive from the centre of Negombo. In the afternoon, we will take the motorcycles out of the garage, and you will meet the mechanics and riders who will accompany you on your Sri Lanka motorcycle journey. This way, you can start your upcoming enduro adventure in a relaxed manner.
Negombo - Kalpitiya by the Lagoon
You will ride north towards Kalpitiya along the coastal road with its shrimp farms. Soon, you will turn off the main road and roll through palm plantations on unpaved paths - a first taste of off-road riding in Sri Lanka. The region by the Puttalam Lagoon is popular with kite and windsurfers. You can reach the beach on foot from the resort. (200 km)
Kalpitiya - Dambulla Inland
Today, you will head east into the interior. Before long, you will swap the main road for smaller, partly unpaved tracks. The area is characterised by numerous water tanks and vast rice fields, which will provide you with beautiful views throughout your motorcycle tour in Sri Lanka. In the afternoon, you will reach Dambulla, the cultural heart of the island. (210 km)
Dambulla - Rest Day & Sigiriya
There is much to discover around Dambulla. You will visit the Golden Cave Temple with its 2,100 square meters of murals and take an excursion to the 20-kilometre distant rock of Sigiriya. The Lion Rock is a UNESCO World Heritage site and features remnants of a palace, including a mirror wall and frescoes of celestial maidens. A cultural day on your enduro journey through Sri Lanka.
Dambulla - Polonnaruwa / 120 km
In the morning, there is time to visit the Golden Temple if you haven't seen it yet. After lunch, you will ride for about two and a half hours to Polonnaruwa - along the Angammedilla Canal and past Giritale Lake. Your hotel is located on the outskirts of the city, surrounded by rice fields. In the evening, a Sri Lankan feast awaits you - a delightful moment of your Sri Lanka motorcycle journey. (120 km)
Polonnaruwa - Trincomalee / 120 km
You will continue east along side roads and artificial canals. On unpaved paths, you will cross the eastern part of Somawathiya National Park, where elephants still roam. Beautiful off-road trails lead through the vast rice fields of the Eastern Province - enduro in Sri Lanka as it should be. Your overnight stay is by the river in Trincomalee. (120 km)
Trincomalee - Pasikudah / 180 km
The morning stage takes you off-road through Somawathiya National Park, with densely overgrown paths and extensive field roads - enduro in Sri Lanka as it should be. Many wild elephants live here. You will briefly return to the main road before unpaved roads take you through small villages by lakes and rice fields to the beach hotel in Pasikudah. (180 km)
Pasikudah - Mahiyangana / 160 km
Today, you will quickly leave the main road and ride off-road into the sparsely populated interior. Between vast rice fields, a beautiful off-road section awaits you, which can be challenging in wet conditions. You will reach Mahiyangana via the main road, a place little known to tourists. It is worth a two-day stay on your motorcycle tour through Sri Lanka. (160 km)
Mahiyangana - Veddas & Safari
A special day awaits you: First, you will visit the Veddas, the oldest tribe in Sri Lanka. After that, you will go on a safari in Maduru Oya National Park, which few tourists visit. In peace, you will look for wild elephants, which are particularly visible at sunset. A tranquil nature day on your enduro journey through Sri Lanka.
Mahiyangana - Kandy (Temple of the Tooth)
After breakfast, you will ride to the Knuckles Forest Reserve and begin the ascent via an old road, with several stops for the view. Before Kandy, you will take a tour through tea plantations. In Kandy, you will visit the Temple of the Tooth in the royal palace complex, which houses the tooth relic of Buddha. A cultural day on your motorcycle tour through Sri Lanka. (150 km)
Questions about the tour itinerary?
Our tour guide is happy to answer any questions about the day-by-day route, stops, and details.
Kandy - Nuwara Eliya (Tea Factory)
You will leave Kandy on the main road, but the further you go, the quieter it becomes. After 18 bends, you will turn onto small roads between rice fields. Over the Victoria-Randenigala-Rantembe Sanctuary, the ascent begins among giant tea plantations. In the early afternoon, you will reach Nuwara Eliya and can visit the Pedro tea factory from 1885. A highlight of the Sri Lanka motorcycle journey. (160 km)
Nuwara Eliya - Ella (Tea Plantations)
You will quickly immerse yourself in the tea plantations with wide views. The road becomes narrower as you ascend, and just below the summit, you will turn onto a path through forests and small tea villages. You will continue winding your way towards Ella, known for the Nine Arches Bridge and waterfalls. A delightful section of your Sri Lanka motorcycle journey. (170 km)
Ella - Tissamaharama / 200 km
After breakfast, you will continue south, first through the mountains, then via a small road to the main road. This leads past Lunugamvehera National Park, where elephants can spontaneously cross the road. Your cottages are located outside Tissamaharama, among rice fields, with a swimming pool - a peaceful rest on your motorcycle tour through Sri Lanka. (200 km)
Tissamaharama - Udawalawa (Safari)
In the morning, you can relax or go on a safari: At 4:30 am, a jeep will pick you up for the national park, where you can see elephants, crocodiles, and leopards. You will be back by midday. After lunch, you will ride a short, often unpaved stage through parks and along canals to Udawalawa National Park - pure off-road in Sri Lanka. (110 km)
Udawalawa - Mirissa (Elephant Orphanage)
After breakfast, you will visit an elephant orphanage nearby. Then, you will continue south: along small roads, through rice fields and palm plantations, reaching Mirissa on the southern coast. Your hotel is only 300 meters from the beach, and restaurants are within walking distance. A lovely conclusion to this stage of your motorcycle tour through Sri Lanka. (100 km)
Mirissa - Rest Day & Fort Galle
Today, you can enjoy the tropical beach of Mirissa. For those who want to stay active, you can take the regional train to Fort Galle, a colonial city from 1663, located 40 kilometres away. Alternatively, you can go on a two-hour sailing trip to watch whales - including the blue whale, which can grow up to 30 meters long. A free day on your enduro journey through Sri Lanka.
Mirissa - Deniyaya (Rainforest)
You will leave the southern coast behind and ride back into the mountains. As you ascend, rice fields will first appear, followed by tea plantations, the roads will become narrower, and the climate cooler. After about three hours, you will reach your accommodation in Sinharaja Rain Forest National Park - a rainforest full of birds, monkeys, and plants. Pure nature on your Sri Lanka motorcycle journey. (100 km)
Deniyaya - Kitulgala / 220 km
After breakfast with tropical sounds, you will continue through the mountain and forest area before descending through beautiful hairpin bends. After a stretch on the main road, you will turn towards Kitulgala, which is located in hilly, forested terrain. Your open cottages are right by the river. A longer enduro day in Sri Lanka. (220 km)
Kitulgala - Negombo (Rafting)
Kitulgala is known for rafting - if you wish, you can brave the rough waters. After lunch, you will start the engines one last time towards Negombo. You will avoid traffic on side roads and reach the hotel where this motorcycle tour through Sri Lanka began. In the evening, you will conclude the journey together with a nice meal. (90 km)
Negombo - Departure & Journey Home
Unfortunately, every journey must come to an end. You will be taken by taxi to Colombo Airport. Depending on your flight time, you may arrive back in Germany on the same day. What remains are the memories of a varied enduro journey through Sri Lanka, between temples, tea hills, national parks, and the coast.
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Verified Reviews
What riders say about Motorcycle-trips in Asia
5.0
Frank S.
The 20-day motorcycle trip through Sri Lanka demands a high level of difficulty, especially on the off-road routes. The challenging stages, like the approach to...
Markus K.
The route planning of this Sri Lanka motorcycle tour over 20 days was clear and well thought out. The combination of asphalt and off-road tracks allowed for exp...
PRICE
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€ 3,979
/ person
Price Options
per motorcyclist in double room
€ 3,979
Additional Options
single room surcharge
€ 609
Upgrade Royal Enfield
€ 449
Trip includes
- All airport transfers
- All hotel stays in double rooms with breakfast
- Rental motorcycle: Honda or Baja 250cc
- Support vehicle with mechanic (from 6 participants)
- Mechanic on the motorcycle (for 4 - 5 participants)
- Tour guide on the motorcycle
FAQS
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How long is the tour?
The trip lasts 20 days and travels through various regions of Sri Lanka. -
Do I need to bring my own motorcycle?
No, the motorcycle is provided by OVERCROSS. -
Is this trip suitable for beginners?
No, it requires advanced riding skills and experience with enduro and off-road riding. -
What does the catering look like?
This tour includes daily meals, which often feature local specialties.
OVERCROSS note on itinerary
The above travel description is a non-binding online proposal and does not represent a binding travel itinerary. We expressly reserve the right to make changes to the route, schedule, and accommodations (§ 651d BGB in conjunction with Art. 250 EGBGB). The terms and conditions of OVERCROSS apply.Terms and Conditions of OVERCROSS
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