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Dhanushka Wijeyekoon

I started my professional career as a salesperson and worked in various multinational companies in Telecom and ICT industries in Sri Lanka, then moved to Hospitality, tourism & destination management. I have traveled to over 25 countries in the world and possess in-depth knowledge of world tourism and an avid traveler who enjoys and discovers the various aspects of different local cultures around the world.
I am very happy to help tourists to discover & enjoy the authentic Sri Lankan attractions & activities to give them an unforgettable experience in Sri Lanka.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"I am Specialized in all the areas of Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka is a Destination with a vast level of Diversity. As a Destination management specialist, I am very familiar with everything Sri Lanka has to offer.
Adventure / Water sports / Wildlife / Wellness / Yoga & Meditation / Honeymoon / Luxury Holidays & Vacations / Family Holidays / Round trips / Local community development & Involvement / Travel with purpose / Culinary tours / Glamping vacations / Intaractive holidays / Sustainable tourism / Eco-friendly holidays / off the beaten path tours / Classical tours / Destination weddings / Educational tours / Tropical vacations "

How did you get involved in travel?

"Since I was a kid I was very much keen on discovering & visiting new places. after completing my primary education after a couple of years in the Corporate world in different industries & joined the Travel industry in Sri Lanka & gained a fantastic set of experiences & skills during my journey in the travel trade."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"Once I was on a Boat on a Whale watching trip on the East coast of Sri Lanka. After 5-6 hours on the water, we managed to spot lots of Dolphins but not Whales. When we try to return to the shore suddenly 3 Whales appeared very close to our boat & circled around the boat for a few minutes. This is one of the exciting experiences I enjoyed a lot"

Dhanushka is part of the following groups: Sri Lanka Travel Agents
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Recent trip reviews for Dhanushka

Highlights:- Our driver- Sigiriya guided to...
Sri Lanka | May 22 - May 25, 2023

Eric
Eric Z.
Shaw, DC | Reviewed on May 27, 2023

Highlights:
- Our driver
- Sigiriya guided tour
- Traditional meal in Dumballa
- Tea factory tour and tasting in route to Sri Padya
- Guided sunrise hike up Sri Padya
- Free time in Galle
- Hotel Welligama

Recommendations:
- Better communication regarding travel duration (too much time in car)
- More transparency regarding how trip fee is being used (hotels, guides, activities, food, etc.)
- Ensure drivers know best route between destinations (fewer kilometers does not always mean fastest route)

Local specialist: Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Dhanushka
Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Local specialist in Sri Lanka | Replied on May 27, 2023

Hello Eric
Thank you so very much for the wonderful review & comments!
Noted your points about areas to improve, appreciate it very much.
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

Don’t hesitate to book with Koon Travels.
Sri Lanka | May 2 - May 10, 2023

Cenker
Cenker C.
Turkey | Reviewed on May 11, 2023

Srilanka is a perfect destination; combining nature, beach, cultural sightseeing with people welcoming you with smiling faces. Dhanushka put together a tailored tour helping us out until and after the booking for a great honeymoon vacation. A special mention also goes to our driver, Kapila -a true gentleman and the best chaffeur/guide. He looked after us and watched out for our well-being throughout the 10 day period. He was always on time and ready when needed. Would definitely recommend. read more

Srilanka is a perfect destination; combining nature, beach, cultural sightseeing with people welcoming you with smiling faces. Dhanushka put together a tailored tour helping us out until and after the booking for a great honeymoon vacation. A special mention also goes to our driver, Kapila -a true gentleman and the best chaffeur/guide. He looked after us and watched out for our well-being throughout the 10 day period. He was always on time and ready when needed. Would definitely recommend.

Activity Reviews
Hike to Diyaluma Waterfall
Sri Lanka
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Visit to Peradeniya Botanical Garden
Sri Lanka
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Safari in Udawalawe National Park
Udawalawe

Was not lucky to see a leopard in the safari; but an overall satisfactory experience. Close encounters with a lot of elephants, crocodiles and many types of birds.

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Dhanushka
Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Local specialist in Sri Lanka | Replied on May 11, 2023

Hello Cenker & Gozde,
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

An amazing country, with amazing people, and unique culture!
Sri Lanka | Apr 23 - May 1, 2023

Sulaiman
Sulaiman A.
Saudi Arabia | Reviewed on May 08, 2023

We had an amazing time in Sri Lanka. Dhanushka has been an amazing help in planning the trip, and he was always reachable and responsive, he made sure to make regularly check-up on us, and accommodating to every request we had.
Our guide and chauffeur Priyantha was also great, he was very flexible in accommodating our asks, and he always suggested ways and activities we can enhance our trip, he was also very knowledgeable of Sri Lanka’s history and culture, and of the best rest-stops and... read more

We had an amazing time in Sri Lanka. Dhanushka has been an amazing help in planning the trip, and he was always reachable and responsive, he made sure to make regularly check-up on us, and accommodating to every request we had.
Our guide and chauffeur Priyantha was also great, he was very flexible in accommodating our asks, and he always suggested ways and activities we can enhance our trip, he was also very knowledgeable of Sri Lanka’s history and culture, and of the best rest-stops and restaurants while on road trips.

Sri Lanka is truly the wonder of Asia, it has amazing nature, culture, and food. We specifically enjoyed the Village Trip nearby Kandalama, which was like a trip in time, Horton Plains and Tea Production nearby Nuwara Eliya, and the Spices experience.

Sri Lanka people are very friendly, weather it is the hotel staff, or tour guides, or a random you are meeting at the street. The food is very delicious and has many varieties, and the fruit is as fresh as you can get.

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Rural Village Trail in Habarana (Cycling, Boat Trip & Lunch)
Sri Lanka
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Dhanushka
Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Local specialist in Sri Lanka | Replied on May 09, 2023

Hello Sulaiman,
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

Amazing trip in Sri Lanka!
Sri Lanka | Nov 29 - Dec 4, 2022

Meghan
Meghan F.
Cypress, CA | Reviewed on Dec 05, 2022

We had an amazing trip and were able to see so much in five days with a full itinerary. Our driver guide Kapila was an amazing driver and we always felt very safe. He also went out of his way to give us all the great and special experiences we wanted to make this a most memorable trip. Our tour operator Dhanushka was very professional and accommodating and helpful in order to make sure we received the best trip possible with the most positive and enjoyable experiences. Very well planned five... read more

We had an amazing trip and were able to see so much in five days with a full itinerary. Our driver guide Kapila was an amazing driver and we always felt very safe. He also went out of his way to give us all the great and special experiences we wanted to make this a most memorable trip. Our tour operator Dhanushka was very professional and accommodating and helpful in order to make sure we received the best trip possible with the most positive and enjoyable experiences. Very well planned five full days of sightseeing. The people we interacted with were all extremely friendly and the staff at the hotels were very kind and helpful and provided excellent service. Our boat trip on Athena lake was peaceful and gorgeous. Our rafting trip on Kelani River was loads of fun with gorgeous views, We purchased an optional additional lunch which was a traditional wood fire cooked meal in a mud/coconut leaf constructed bungalow and was a very unique experience. To walk among the ancient historical sites that we visited was just awesome. Our elephant safari was magical. We saw so many elephant families with babies up close to our jeep and even saw elephants along the highway! Loved the beautiful scenery while driving through the forests, country side and mountains and the bustling towns as well. We also saw lots of monkeys during our trip which we enjoyed watching up close. The cultural show with traditional Kandyan dance was fabulous! So many highlights from our trip that we couldn’t have asked for a better itinerary and are so happy we booked with KimKim and the local tour company who gave us this amazing trip that we will never forget! We only wish we had more time to see more of this beautiful country. Been wanting to visit Sri Lanka for so many years and am happy to finally have experienced this wonderful destination. Was a long flight to get here (20 hours) but was more than worth it! Thank you for the memories!

Activity Reviews
Explore Lively Colombo
Sri Lanka
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Picked us up in early morning from airport so we could check in and rest before our tour later in the afternoon
Colombo Lotus tower visit
Colombo
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Enjoy a Refreshing Snack at a Roadside Food Stall
Sri Lanka
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King coconut water stop and watching the monkeys
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Explore the Dambulla Cave Temple Complex
Sri Lanka

Very impressive!

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Evening boat ride in a catamaran & BBQ dinner
Sri Lanka

Very beautiful and peaceful boat ride along the calm waters of the lake followed by a lovely outdoor dinner poolside

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Private Vehicle & Driver
Sri Lanka

Kapila is an excellent driver! Very safe and showed us everything we wanted to see and take pictures of

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Discover Ancient Polonnaruwa
Sri Lanka
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Elephant Safari in Minneriya National Park
Sri Lanka

Magical!!! So many wild elephants up close and lots of babies. Other animals like deer and monkeys and lots of birds and eagles too!

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Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Sri Lanka

Unbelievable! It’s a climb to the top but they help and it’s worth the climb!

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Discover Kandy: Temple of the Sacred Tooth visit
Kandy
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Rain forest trail in Kitulgala
Sri Lanka

We did not do this activity due to the rain and did the river rafting instead which was beautiful and so much fun

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Local specialist: Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Dhanushka
Dhanushka Wijeyekoon
Local specialist in Sri Lanka | Replied on Dec 05, 2022

Hello Meghan,
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