Sri Lanka Tour Operator

Welcome to Lanka Tour Host, a trusted Sri Lanka Destination Management Company (DMC) providing private tours, airport transfers, chauffeur-driven vehicles, and tailor-made travel experiences across Sri Lanka.

Since 2006, we have helped thousands of travelers discover the beauty of Sri Lanka with safe, comfortable, and personalized journeys. Whether you’re visiting for a cultural holiday, wildlife safari, beach escape, honeymoon, family vacation, or cruise excursion, our team is ready to make your trip unforgettable.

Our goal is simple: show you the real Sri Lanka with honest pricing, reliable service, and local expertise.

About Lanka Tour Host

Lanka Tour Host (Pvt) Ltd is a Sri Lankan tour operator and destination management company offering private tours, day trips, chauffeur services, airport transfers and tailor-made holidays throughout Sri Lanka.

Legal Company Name: Lanka Tour Host (Pvt) Ltd

Registration: PV 00229100

Managing Director: Chamika Mahasinghe

Headquarters: Piliyandala, Colombo District, Sri Lanka

Office line (weekdays, 08:00 to 17:00): +94 11 270 9629

History: Family business since 1980 (transport). A tour company since 2006. Earlier name: Sanota Walkers

Calls, WhatsApp, Viber and Telegram: +94 71 524 8524

Email: bookmytour@lankatourhost.com

Services: Sri Lanka tours, day tours, chauffeur services, airport transfers, shore excursions and tailor-made holidays.

Website: www.lankatourhost.com

Review platforms: Tripadvisor, Trustpilot

Awards

We received these awards for our guests’ ratings under our earlier name, Sanota Walkers: the Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence from 2016 to 2019, and Viator awards in 2016 and 2017.

  • Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016 for Sanota Walkers Day Tours, our earlier name
    Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016
  • Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence 2018 for Sanota Walkers, our earlier name
    Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence 2018
  • Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019 for Sanota Walkers, our earlier name
    Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019
  • Viator 2017 Travel Awards certificate for Sanota Walkers, our earlier name
    Viator Travel Awards 2017
  • Touristlink certificate naming Sanota Walkers a certified travel business
    Touristlink certified member

Our Vision

Aerial view of the Sigiriya rock fortress rising above the forest

To be innovative leaders in travel, recognized as one of the best tourism companies and passenger transport providers in Sri Lanka for our professionalism and high-quality products.

Our Mission

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We provide our clients with unforgettable, enjoyable travel and guaranteed services that exceed their expectations, while contributing to sustainable tourism in the places we visit.

Our Vision

Aerial view of the Sigiriya rock fortress rising above the forest

To be innovative leaders in travel, recognized as one of the best tourism companies and passenger transport providers in Sri Lanka for our professionalism and high-quality products.

Our Mission

Lanka Tour Host SsangYong Kyron, maroon

We provide our clients with unforgettable, enjoyable travel and guaranteed services that exceed their expectations, while contributing to sustainable tourism in the places we visit.

Company Directors

Managing Director

Chamika Mahasinghe

Managing Director

Director Lanka Tour Host

Inosha Mahasinghe

Director

Managing Director
Director Lanka Tour Host

Chamika Mahasinghe

Managing Director

Inosha Mahasinghe

Director

Our values

  • Direct and open communication
  • Speed & Teamwork
  • Flexibility and willingness to accept change
  • Recognizing and learning from mistakes
  • Risk-taking and quality care

We offer the following services

  • Staff Transportation
  • Airport Transfers
  • Point to Point Pickups
  • Private Functions
  • Chauffeur Services
  • Tours & Travels
Private Driver Sri Lanka

Company Values

A Team of Experts:

First Class Transportation:

A Team of Experts:

We believe that no matter how great a place is, only an experienced travel expert can help you discover its unique and amazing qualities. At Lanka Tour Host (Pvt) Ltd, our team of specialists works with great passion, discipline and knowledge not only to show you the best of Sri Lanka, but to allow you to feel it with all your senses.

First Class Transportation:

Our priority is to make sure our clients have a safe and comfortable trip. This is why we continually invest in a fleet of new vehicles, maintained daily. Our drivers know the Sri Lankan roads well and drive with strict safety measures.



Accommodation:

Sustainable Tourism:

Accommodation:

We only feature hotels and lodges that we have stayed in and we believe to be the best in their area, always looking for value, character, and good service. In some of the secluded and undeveloped regions, the obvious trappings of comfort may not be immediately apparent, but something special is everywhere: a unique style, a remarkable setting, wholesome comforts, and a dedication to protect their natural setting and to please every guest.

Lanka Tour Host (Pvt) Ltd believes in the right of future generations to a healthy environment and natural resources that contribute to a better quality of life. No matter where you go or how you travel, you will have an effect on the environment and the people you visit. Our company also believes that you can have a more authentic and meaningful trip when sustainable tourism practices are applied.

 

Our trips

Our trips are carefully designed to combine cultural and natural riches with comfort, safety, luxury and adventure. Every trip has four key components: discovery, value, pace and choice.



Who We Are

Who Is Lanka Tour Host?

Lanka Tour Host (Pvt) Ltd is a Sri Lankan-registered tour operator and Destination Management Company based in Piliyandala, Colombo District. We specialize in private and tailor-made travel throughout Sri Lanka.

Our services include private Sri Lanka tours, day trips from Colombo, chauffeur-driven tours, airport transfers, cruise shore excursions, wildlife safaris, cultural and heritage tours, and customized travel itineraries.

Some of the old photos at the bottom of this page show our cars under our earlier name, Sanota Walkers. Today Lanka Tour Host operates with a local Sri Lankan team focused on personalized service, comfortable transportation and practical destination knowledge.

Company: Lanka Tour Host (Pvt) Ltd
Registration: PV 00229100
Based in: Piliyandala, Colombo District, Sri Lanka
History: Our family business started in 1980 with transport. In 2006 it became a tour company. Lanka Tour Host was earlier called Sanota Walkers.
Awards: Won under our earlier name, Sanota Walkers: Tripadvisor Certificate of Excellence, 2016 to 2019; Viator awards in 2016 and 2017 (Viator Travel Awards 2017); certified member of Touristlink.

Our Sri Lanka Travel Services

Day Tours from Colombo

Private Sri Lanka Tours

Explore the island at your own pace with a private chauffeur and customized itinerary.

Popular destinations include:

  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress

  • Kandy

  • Ella

  • Nuwara Eliya

  • Yala National Park

  • Galle Fort

  • Mirissa

  • Trincomalee

  • Anuradhapura

  • Polonnaruwa

Our day tours are perfect for travelers with limited time.

Popular options include:

  • Galle Day Tour

  • Kandy & Pinnawala Day Tour

  • Yala Safari Day Tour

  • Bentota & Turtle Hatchery Tour

  • Colombo City Tour

Airport Transfers in Sri Lanka

We provide reliable private transfers from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to destinations throughout Sri Lanka.

Whether you’re traveling to Negombo, Colombo, Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella, or Mirissa, our professional drivers ensure a safe and comfortable journey.

Cruise Shore Excursions

Local Knowledge Makes the Difference

Arriving by cruise ship? We organize private shore excursions from Sri Lankan ports with guaranteed return to your ship on time.

We don’t simply drive you between attractions.

We help travelers discover hidden beaches, scenic viewpoints, local food experiences, traditional crafts, and authentic Sri Lankan hospitality that many visitors miss.

Our chauffeurs and guides share local stories, recommend the best photo spots, and help you experience Sri Lanka beyond the guidebook.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Lanka Tour Host (Pvt) Ltd (Reg. No. PV 00229100) operates as a registered Sri Lankan Destination Management Company providing inbound tourism services.

Yes. We specialize in private chauffeur-driven tours for couples, families, solo travelers, and small groups.

Yes. You can book private airport transfers without booking a full tour.

Absolutely. We create personalized itineraries based on your travel dates, budget, interests, and preferred destinations.

We operate throughout Sri Lanka, including Colombo, Negombo, Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella, Nuwara Eliya, Galle, Mirissa, Yala, Trincomalee, and many other destinations.

Contact Lanka Tour Host

Planning a trip to Sri Lanka?

Our team is ready to help you create the perfect itinerary.

Experience Sri Lanka with a trusted local team that puts your journey first.

Our Proud History from 1980 to 2026

Front of an old Rosa Deluxe bus
Side of an old white van next to a brick pillar
Front of an old white bus with a red stripe
Windscreen of an old white bus
Rear of an old white bus with a red stripe
A white car with the Sanota Walkers logo parked near a beach
A white minibus and a van parked in front of a cruise ship
A white coach with the Sanota Walkers logo on the door
2006 Sanota Walkers