Private Tour of Colombo in a World War II Jeep
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Ages 5-90
Duration: 3h
Start time: Check availability
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Live guide: English
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- Transportation by World War II jeep
- A very skillful driver/guide
- Bottled water, soft drinks and juices, a snack
- A memorable photograph of your tour
What's not included- Expenses of personal nature
- Gratuities
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- Hotels in Colombo or Mount Lavinia
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 8021P24- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Price is fixed per jeep
- One jeep can carry up to 3 passengers
- If there are 4 passengers, two jeeps should be booked and similarly for 7 passengers 3 jeeps should be booked.
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 8021P24
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- michellemP6391SO0 contributionsThis was Awesome, highly recommendThis was a great tour, pickup was on time to Hotel, travellled out to Yala, a couple of stops one included our driver buying us water and snacks for the journey which was expected but very much appreciated. We saw lots of animals on our tour, this was the kids favourite adventure on our holiday to Sri Lanka. The beach BBQ was a highlight for me, the food was great, slightly over catered I thought but was great after an arvo Jeeping around, well worth the $$$Written April 22, 2024
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AliHH
England, UK30 contributions
Feb 2019 • Couples
We were on a cruise ship and visiting Sri Lanka for the day, I booked this in advance, having read the reviews. We had an absolutely fantastic time. Visiting so many places. Our driver was such a lovely guy. We met other staff on our way and they were all so friendly. We fell in love with Sri Lanka that afternoon and will definitely return. If you do arrive on a cruise ship, please bear in mind that you need to go to the port gate to pick up the Jeep.
Written March 15, 2019
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Dear Client,
Thank you for giving us a perfect rating and for recommending our company to other travelers. ! We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your tour with us. We “Beyond Escapes” aims to provide a truly unique experience, and we are thrilled that we were able to exceed your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back to our country in the future.
Thank you
Written May 21, 2019
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Simon H
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Apr 2018 • Friends
My Wife and I resently spent an afternoon on this tour in a 79year old jeep that was in perfect condition. Our Driver and tour guide where both full of interesting information about the origins of the city and the history of the old town. Due to a forecasted thunder storm we where given the option to have the return journey to our cruise ship via a VW Van. We both selected to stay with the Jeep. This was the best decission we made while on the trip. The perfomance of the the Jeep in the torrential rain was fantastic. Our driver found the quickest way back to the docks, which ment the Jeep had to navigate the back streets of Colombo, through over a foot of water in place. I did get wet but it was worth the drenching just for the experience. Thank you to the Colombo by jeep tour team. Nishantha you are one crazy man and we love you for it!
Written May 1, 2018
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Melissa F
6 contributions
Took my 10 year old son on this tour with Sisira- he was excellent, full of information, really willing to make sure our experience was awesome. Took us lots of places and took so meant photos! 😁 would recommend his trip to all 😁
Written March 31, 2018
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jazzLeek
Leek8 contributions
Nov 2017 • Couples
Novel way to get round the streets of central Colombo, experiencing the smells and atmosphere of the place. The driver was not too reckless and the guide Nishantha gave an inspired and fluent commentary on the interesting aspects of the architecture and customs. His delivery was enlivened by snippets of inside information imparted from enthusiastic local person. A memorable experience to be recommended.
Written November 4, 2017
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Rachael P
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Aug 2018 • Family
Having just landed the night before we were all a little light-headed from lack of sleep, but starting our jeep tour at 8am was the perfect antidote. Sisira, our guide, was extremely knowledgable, patient and kind. Our 2 sons, 9 and 12, had an amazing time, each taking turns to play shotgun.
Loved the fresh coconuts bought from a street seller and the delicious Sri Lankan breakfast of Paratha, Egg/String Roti and curry. Mostly, just loved driving around Colombo in the coolest set of wheels going...
Loved the fresh coconuts bought from a street seller and the delicious Sri Lankan breakfast of Paratha, Egg/String Roti and curry. Mostly, just loved driving around Colombo in the coolest set of wheels going...
Written August 13, 2018
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