What we do

The Butterfly team comprises of a unique assortment of diverse personalities, goals, interests, hobbies and lifestyles, yet united in their common goal and passion to deliver a pleasant and memorable holiday experience in Sri Lanka.

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Tour Arrangements

Tours are arranged for those parties interested in visiting in Sri Lanka. As individual requirements vary, the inclusions of each tour proposal differs from another, as our expertise lies in being able to custom create a proposal to each individual’s liking. Our portfolio includes programmers for group tours, as well as private tours for families or individuals looking for a true holiday without the hassle of having to stick to timetables.

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Special Events, Incentive & Theme Based Holidays

We excel in getting every nitty-gritty sorted for special event based tours, corporate outings and functions. We do not forget to throw in a few options for special programmers to keep the accompanying spouses entertained, while the functions are going on. Incentive tours for large groups as well as theme based trips are also our specialty, which include group tours with graduation parties for universities as well. Photographic expeditions, Hot Air Balloon Festivals, Cricket and sports expeditions for teams from counties, clubs and schools from many countries as well as special Spectator Programs for those who will be in the island following their favorite team, are just a few to mention. We also offer education based holidays, with some of our recent feats being those involving Indigenous Medical Science & Medicines and Osteopathy.

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Type of Accommodation

Being an independent Tour Operator has given the Butterflies the added advantage of being able to access every single hotel available in the island, thus extending our portfolio to endless limits. Our options for accommodation in Sri Lanka range from incredibly luxurious villas which interest the big-spenders, star class hotels that have something for everybody, beautiful guest houses which cater to those who seek some quality private time in the lap of all comforts, to value-for-money hotels for the clients who have certain budgetary restrictions.

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Our Fleet

Our fleet of vehicles consists of air-conditioned cars and micro vans for private tours, mid-sized coaches for families and large coaches for groups. Our staff is inclusive of National Guide Lecturers and Chauffeur Guides who are fluent in English, Russian, Spanish, Italian, German and various other languages.

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Public Transport - Air & Rail Travel

Being an independent Tour Operator has given the Butterflies the added advantage of being able to access every single hotel available in the island, thus extending our portfolio to endless limits. Our options for accommodation in Sri Lanka range from incredibly luxurious villas which interest the big-spenders, star class hotels that have something for everybody, beautiful guest houses which cater to those who seek some quality private time in the lap of all comforts, to value-for-money hotels for the clients who have certain budgetary restrictions.

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Travel Arrangements for Sightseeing

Sri Lanka, with its vast terrain and diverse cultures and religions, has a great deal of sightseeing in store, with something on offer for everybody. Sri Lanka’s famous historical sites have become the staple of many a travel programmed. The ruined old capitals of Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura, the lion rock of Mount Sigiriya, and the Dambulla rock temple, possess a real sense of history. The National Parks, Wild Life Reserves and Marine Sanctuaries are also of great interest. We offer our expertise in obtaining the Entrance Fees, assistance in transportation and the service of guides, eloquent in many languages.

What our clients say

Don & Chris Murray- Jan 2019

The trip was well organized with hotels and meals of a high standard. The mix of organized activities + leisure time suited our requirements. Prabath was an attentive guide, coupled with a good sense of humour. We would recommend the company and Prabath to any of our friends planning a trip to Sri Lanka.

Mark Stimpson- April 2019

The whole experience has been delightful from start to finish. The organization, the preparation, the accommodation has all been fabulous. When our chosen accommodation needed to be change, then both Priya and the company dealt with it so easily for us. Thank you.

George Arpantizis- Jan 2019

I will recommend any family or friends if they travel to Sri Lanka to use Butterfly Vacations. I have had a great time and will be back.  

Gebriele Fritz- Dec 2018

We have discovered many different aspects and places in Sri Lanka and got an understanding of the life of people here. Prabath has driven us safely through the country, always with a smile and keen to share his knowledge about history, animals, culture and away of life. It’s been a pleasure!  

Andrew & Lucette Chu -Dec 2018

Thank you for giving us an unforgettable honeymoon in Sri Lanka. We have loved every experience and gained so much knowledge. We have so enjoyed getting to know you and can’t wait to come back!  

Fernando Ortega- August 2018

Ishara an excellent guide. Driver and Ambassador of Sri Lanka, Butterfly tours had everything very well organized. The Selection of hotels was very good. Thank You !

Mirjam Meester- March 2018

We sincerely want to thank you for showing us your beautiful country. You (Prabath) have told us so much about the history of your country. Thank you for that because you are such a professional guide, You showed us things we otherwise would have missed. Your very good driver! Indeed! We would have not made it in our own. As for your family we wish you all the best best and happiness !!

Laura Malago- August 2018

Thank you so much for everything !! You’re a very good guide and also a special man !! Good man and good soul !! We felt like at home !

Lesley Andrew- June 2018

Niruth we loved your smiling face and genuine friendliness and your sense of humor. We appreciated your itinerary suggestions. Your skill full driving, your knowledge of Sri Lankan History and culture and little treats. Best Wishes for the future !!

Tom & Jen Sellers- August 2018

We have had a brilliant time and loved the trip. Massive thanks to Jannaine at Butterfly for putting together the itinerary and activities. Jay (Jayantha) our guide has been fantastic, his knowledge & passion for his country has made our travel much more interesting. Nothing has been too much bothers and his inputs has made our trip significantly better.

Anne Walker – February 2018

Jay (Jayantha) was punctual, courteous, friendly & concerned for our safety at all time. His English was better than most Sri Lankans we met. We were surprised he would hike, Safari with us we didn’t feel he had to but he gave good information on these occasions. The car was kept immaculate, He was an excellent driver. We have really enjoyed our trip!!

Krickos Krogh – May 2017

Very good and very well organized and worked perfectly. Our guide was very knowledgeable, nice and caring. Accommodation was overall according to expectations.

Juleena & Hilda, Australia

Daya was excellent; he went out of his way to make sure we had absolutely the best trip we could have!

Lyn Wyatt, Australia

A most enjoyable tour of Sri Lanka. The guide was most informative and every day we experienced a great variety of activities.

Samantha Graham – United Kingdom

Lucky. He was very kind, considerate guide. He made our trip. He auctioned everything with hotels, stays and provided excellent steer. Very good with kids. Good driver. Excellent guide.

Luc & Marian Meyer, Netherlands

We can only say our holiday was perfectly organized. Our guide and driver Newton was very pleasant, helpful and correct.

Benita Thunberg

The general feeling about the holiday was fantastic. Nature and animals sightseeing, interesting history and beautiful heritage sites. Great composition and mixture with the tour with history, Nature, Food. The hotels were in quality. Nothing bad. Very satisfied with our chauffer. Very experienced with great knowledge about scenery and history. Easy and pleasant to all. Very good English too. We felt very safe and that we had everything in control, but also flexible with request. Great trip and things that made a lot of things better.

Snedhina & Ilipana, Bulgaria.

Everything was perfect. Thanks for showing all this places and things. Thank you.

Bengt Hornsten

We had a great time and go back to our country with a lot of new experiences and many nice memories. We are very satisfied with Krishantha both as a driver and a guide. We have all the time felt safe in his hands as a very skilled driver and facilitator at places we have visited. Very helpful and kind. Every hotel has been ok with Cinnamon Citadel on top with a very nice room and very nice and attentive personal. The Galle Face hotel and Grand Hotel also very nice with their atmosphere from the old days in a comparable modern way. The safety of the tour was always good. Good driver and comfortable car. Always on time. The train trip was “exotic” and an interesting part of our journey.

Mr.Goran Florstrom

Nothing to improve. Really it was perfect! Thank you so much for making our holiday in Sri Lanka absolutely wonderful!

Mr. Bart Pussemier

We really enjoyed this round trip, which was very well organized. We particularly appreciated the effort of our guide Mr. Alan, who was always at the disposal and always looked after us.

Mr. Gerard Deroij

I think it was a superb holiday, Thusha and Abi really gave their best to help us have an awesome journey!! We have had nice accommodations, lovely food. I would recommend it to everyone! Istuti!

Sylvia Smith

Jaya’s always well dressed and always on time, skilled driver, articulate and very knowledgeable, patient, happy and always there with a helping hand and good advice. He’s a wonderful ambassador for your beautiful Sri Lanka. Tom was a joy to travel with and I would like you to run more ultimate photography tour’s for Keen photographers who needed special times, and more times to get those top. Shots we all love to take home and share. It is the first specialized tour that I have had the pressure to participate in. More please “Butterfly”. Tom and Jaya are a fantastic team, looking forward to another with these 2 talented gentlemen, both experts so talented in their own way!

Mr. Augustin Daniel

We had a wonderful holiday, well organized, good hotels, flexibility of driver due to changes in program; he has a good knowledge of the country & history of Sri Lanka. Without him couldn’t be better our trip.

Events & Sports Holidays

With Ajit's expertise and active personal involvement, three great civil aviations shows made history in Sri Lanka with the hot-air balloon festivals taking to the skies in the years 2003, 2005, 2008 and 2011. We also have expertise in the field of Cricket, Hockey, Netball and Rugby having been in the forefront of the organization of many cricket tours for teams of Malaysia, Nepal, Singapore as well as clubs in the United Kingdom throughout the years bbb

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