A great personal experience facilitated with great local knowledge
Sri Lanka | Apr 27 - May 13, 2024

Bryce
Bryce W.
Australia | Reviewed on May 15, 2024

Dhanushka and the Koon Holiday team created a great personalised experience for our holiday in Sri Lanka.

The initial consultation on what we wanted identified the type of experience we were after. Nothing was too much to ask.

Our local guide and driver, Kapıla Kaluarachichi was a great travel companion, in addition to being a great local guide, and provided great cultural and historical background for all of the sites visited.

Special mention goes to Mr Goonie in Polonnaruwa for his second to none knowledge of the local archeological sites and to Mr Jimmy Heyn, the manager at Sambar Hills resort in Nuwara Eliya for his attention to detail and his personalised service.

We would definitely use KimKim again.

Activity Reviews
Enjoy a Refreshing Snack at a Roadside Food Stall
Enjoy a Refreshing Snack at a Roadside Food Stall
Sri Lanka

A nice introduction to the roadside stalls, which are the heartbeat of the local economy..

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Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple Complex
Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple Complex
Sri Lanka
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Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Sri Lanka
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Discover Ancient Polonnaruwa
Discover Ancient Polonnaruwa
Sri Lanka

The guide selected by Koon Holidays and KimKim was a retired archeologist from the area whose knowledge was first rate.

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Being an archaeologist
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Elephant Safari in Minneriya National Park
Elephant Safari in Minneriya National Park
Sri Lanka

Seeing these great beasts in the wild was amazing.

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Ancient Sites of Anuradhapura
Ancient Sites of Anuradhapura
Sri Lanka

The history behind what are some of the most sacred sites in Sri Lanka was very illuminating.

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Visit ancient Trincomalee fort (Fort Fredrick)
Visit ancient Trincomalee fort (Fort Fredrick)
Trincomalee

Go to the fort at about 4:00 pm in the afternoon. This will allow you plenty of time to wander through the fort and arrive at the Hindu temple for the afternoon ceremony.

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Temples & Beaches in Trincomalee
Temples & Beaches in Trincomalee
Trincomalee

A great area to relax or go scuba diving

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Discover Kandy: Temple of the Sacred Tooth visit
Discover Kandy: Temple of the Sacred Tooth visit
Kandy

One the best and most important temples in Sri Lanka and definitely a must do.

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Discover Three temples loop in Kandy
Discover Three temples loop in Kandy
Kandy
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Need to go via private car. Some place a bus cannot get to.
Visit Spice gardens, wood carving centers & gem museums in Kandy
Visit Spice gardens, wood carving centers & gem museums in Kandy
Kandy

A really amazing guide at the spice gardens, Gem centre and Batik crafts. These people are passionate about what they do.

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Explore Nuwara Eliya
Explore Nuwara Eliya
Sri Lanka
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Galle Dutch Fort Visit
Galle Dutch Fort Visit
Sri Lanka

A great place to simply have a wander and marvel at the historical architecture.

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Explore Lively Colombo
Explore Lively Colombo
Sri Lanka

Some great sites combining the original culture and modern day architecture.

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The museums, temples , Lotus Tower the food and markets.
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Local specialist: Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Dhanushka
Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Local specialist in Sri Lanka | Replied on May 15, 2024

Hello Bryce,
Thank you so very much for the wonderful review & comments!
I am glad that you enjoyed the vacation in Sri Lanka & truly honored to be your local travel expert who planned your holiday.
Sri Lanka has so much to offer & I invite you to visit Sri Lanka again to discover & explore the beautiful island.

Stay tuned & connected with Kimkim travel !
See you soon in Sri Lanka again !
I remain at your disposal.
Thanks again,
Dhanushka