"THE ORIGINALS" Tuk Tuk Safari Colombo, the first and the best.
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Is "THE ORIGINALS" Tuk Tuk Safari Colombo, the first and the best. worth booking?
"THE ORIGINALS" Tuk Tuk Safari Colombo, the first and the best. is a 3-hour experience in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from $39 per person. It scores 83 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 167 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 83 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (167)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $39 per person
Colonial Colombo, Sri Lanka’s Capital city! The Colombo Safari aims to showcase this amazing historic bustling city, capture the smiles of the locals all while cruising in your retro fitted Tuk Tuk. We explore timeless d
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About this experience
Colonial Colombo, Sri Lanka’s Capital city! The Colombo Safari aims to showcase this amazing historic bustling city, capture the smiles of the locals all while cruising in your retro fitted Tuk Tuk. We explore timeless destinations and visit ever changing seasonal hot spots and of course, we get you right off the beaten track. Expect to see people, true local foods, traffic, a thousand smiles all with in your 3.5-4 hour time with us! This is a fully inclusive, all expenses paid trip! We will fill you with Sri Lankan food, provide drinks and we’ll even throw in a couple of local beers and show you all of what we think is the best and most authentic rustic stops that Colombo has to offer. We go to places that near all other tour operator will not ! We look to visit the heart of the country going to the real rustic and local hot spots! what to see in Colombo/ how to see Colombo? we have modified Convertible Tuk Tuks. Well speaking Drivers. Safe and Comfortable. Historic and Culture
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 167 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
7 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
167 verified traveler reviews for "THE ORIGINALS" Tuk Tuk Safari Colombo, the first and the best.. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Very disappointed-did not turn up!
Very disappointed. Did not turn up as booked on TripAdvisor. When contacted apologised claiming that they had not received my booking. Offered to send someone in another 30 minutes but this did not suit.
Response from the operator: Hi Greg Yes we told you truth and you got your money back 100%,. we offered both option as a responsible company, do you think anything extra we could do for you?? Thank you for your time to rate us.
via Tripadvisor
Professional with a beer
Pradeep provided a very professional experience for us, his knowledge and delivery of this information was amazing. He was very friendly and answered all of our questions. We can recommend this tour with the highest of confidence that your experience will be incredible. Having a beer while on the tour, hit the spot perfectly.
Response from the operator: Dear Gary/ Cara it is really nice to hear you had a good time with us. hope to see you next time. really appreciated, cheers.
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Phenomenal Tuk Tuk tour
Phenomenal tuk tuk tour. It was exciting and exhilarating and we felt so safe. We visited temples, spice market and government buildings and were provided with good local knowledge. We saw so much in three hours in such a fun way and were greeted with King Coconut juice and flowers. The guides were so friendly and made the trip a great experience. Thank you
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Great tour!
If I could give more than 5 stars, I would! We had a ball. A great way to see Colombo and learn more about its history and people. Our guide was very knowledgeable and spoke perfect English so we could ask a lot of questions and be interactive. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Abandoned after 25 minutes and refused a refund
I booked a tour for me and my wife with tuktuksafarisrilanka.com on Sunday 1st March. We were looking forward to it as it was due to be our last day in Sri Lanka but distressingly our flights home had been cancelled in the early hours the same morning due to the Iran crisis. We went ahead with the tour anyway but it was a disaster. The guide was agitated and on the phone the entire time and left us to our own devices in Gangaramaya Temple and wandered off. He then thrust his phone into my hand when my wife was in tears and asked me to talk to his manager who wanted an extra $49 for an already extremely expensive tour. I disputed this and the manager put the phone down on me. The guide said he would get him back on the phone but when we went out to search for him realised he had abandoned us in the middle of Colombo and miles from our hotel. I have subsequently requested a refund for the abandoned tour on a number of occasions that evening and every day since. The ‘manager’ responded immediately after with “Have a great shopping tour with $10 dollars.” and subsequently “If you need your money back, be a nice person, be polite and ask me nicely. Then I will think about” To date we have had no refund despite us having no guiding and just an 11 minute unpleasant and dangerous ride on a Tuk Tuk with the driver constantly on the phone, distracted and swerving all over the place. Up to this point we’d had a wonderful time in Sri Lanka and everybody we’ve met has been friendly and welcoming so we were shocked with this experience. We’ve travelled all over the world and this is one of the most unpleasant and unethical experiences we’ve had anywhere.
Response from the operator: Dear Carl Culling, Thank You for taking your valuable time to rate us, i'm not surprised seen your review, its very much reflect who you are, i wish we have way to rate customers and share WhatsApp chat as well. you know the truth what ever you wrote agents us. good luck.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Booked in 30 days
- 58
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 83
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
"THE ORIGINALS" Tuk Tuk Safari Colombo, the first and the best.: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Colombo.
How much does "THE ORIGINALS" Tuk Tuk Safari Colombo, the first and the best. cost?
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Prices start at $39 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Colombo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does "THE ORIGINALS" Tuk Tuk Safari Colombo, the first and the best. take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Colombo is not rushed.
Is "THE ORIGINALS" Tuk Tuk Safari Colombo, the first and the best. worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 83 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 167 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Colombo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule "THE ORIGINALS" Tuk Tuk Safari Colombo, the first and the best.?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is "THE ORIGINALS" Tuk Tuk Safari Colombo, the first and the best. suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book "THE ORIGINALS" Tuk Tuk Safari Colombo, the first and the best.?
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Around 58 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Colombo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Colombo and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does "THE ORIGINALS" Tuk Tuk Safari Colombo, the first and the best. start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Colombo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Colombo?
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On Outty we rank every Colombo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Flexi dates on all 5 to 7 days packages for car and English speaking driver, Sri Lanka Personal Tour Driver in private vehicle, 08 Nights in Magical Sri Lanka. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Colombo?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Colombo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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