Private Tour

Full Day Private Tour to the Vedda Aboriginal Village

Overview

Available languages

English

13 hours

Mobile ticket

Your day will start with a private pick up straight from your hotel by one of our amazing local guides who will also be your driver for the day! Relax and enjoy the ride as we take you to Dambana Veddha Village, the primary home of the last surviving aboriginal people of Sri Lanka and explore their unique way of life.

Next you'll visit the Mahiyanganaya Raja Maha Vihararya, a temple that's steeped in history and spirituality.

And that's not all! We'll then make our way to Sorabora Lake, where you can enjoy a fun boat ride and take in the stunning views of the surrounding greenery. Your day will end with a delicious high tea session by the lake, complete with a variety of delicious treats.

The highlights of this tour include:

-Get unique inside the life of the last surviving aboriginal people of Sri Lanka

-Visit the Mahiyanganaya Temple, that is believed to be the site of Gautama Buddha's first visit to Sri Lanka

-Take a boat ride on Sorabora lake and enjoy a high tea

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Veddha Village

We will take you to Dambana Veddha Village, the primary home of the last surviving aboriginal people of Sri Lanka and explore their unique way of life. As you enter the village, you will meet the Chief at his residence and seek his permission to tour the village. He you will take you towards the museum where you will receive a demonstration of their traditional hunting methods, cultural activities and folk dance. Vedda Village in Dambana can be inscribed as one of the most iconic destinations in the Mahiyanganaya and in Sri Lanka..Archaeological proof intimate that modern Veddha’s Neolithic ancestors inhabited this island as far back as 10,000 BC. ***Includes driving time

6 hours • Admission Included

Mahiyangana Raja Maha Viharaya

Mahiyangana Raja Maha Vihara is an ancient Buddhist temple in Mahiyangana, Sri Lanka. It is believed to be the site of Gautama Buddha's first visit to the country, and is one of the Solosmasthana, the 16 sacred religious locations in Sri Lanka. Currently this temple has been declared as one of archaeological site in Sri Lanka. *** Includes driving time and lunch

2 hours • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Private transportation

All Fees and Taxes

English speaking driver and tour guide

Lunch

High tea

Boat ride

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Full Day Private Tour to the Vedda Aboriginal Village

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Reviews

5.00

2 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

A rewarding experience
Stay58159653633,,Apr 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We visited the Vedda community, which I admit was quite an experience despite the fact that the Vedda community wanted to be paid extra to perform their traditional dances and show their hunting manner. They have a museum that helps learn important things about their identity and history. Then we went on a lake cruise, which I enjoyed a lot as it was very peaceful and relaxing and got some really good shots of the landscape. Lastly we visited a very big stupa that was quite impressive. Overall I was impressed by the way this was organised and handled and I would book another activity with them with no doubt.
An Unforgettable Cultural Experience: Visiting the Vedda Village with Family
helentR4376HA,,Apr 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
In November 2024, my family and I went on the Full Day Private Tour to the Vedda Aboriginal Village, and it was truly one of the most eye-opening and memorable experiences we’ve had. Getting to meet the Vedda people, learn about their traditions, and see how they live so closely connected to nature was incredibly special. It felt genuine, respectful, and deeply meaningful like stepping into a piece of living history. Big thanks to Forever Vacation for organizing such a thoughtful and immersive tour. It’s a day we’ll never forget, and one we’ll be talking about for a long time!