What to do in Matale District

Activities, attractions and tours

A large golden Buddha statue in front of a temple with a blue roof and pink decorations.
A large group of people descending a steep, brick staircase in an outdoor setting.
A stone pathway leading through a lush, green forested area with moss-covered walls and a sign indicating a tourist car park for foreigners.
A group of hikers ascending a metal staircase surrounded by dense green foliage.
A large Buddha statue on a hill surrounded by water and greenery.

Activities

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Kandy City Tour by Tuk Tuk

AU$27
per adult
Kandy City Tour by Tuk Tuk
Kandy City Explore Day Tour , Like a Local

Kandy City Explore Full Day Tour , Like a Local

AU$13
per adult
Kandy City Explore Full Day Tour , Like a Local
Half-Day Minneriya Elephant Safari & Private Transfer to Kandy

Minneriya Elephant Safari and Private Transfer to Kandy

AU$35
per adult
Minneriya Elephant Safari and Private Transfer to Kandy
Sigiriya

Experience the Beauty and History of Sri Lanka

AU$105
per adult
Experience the Beauty and History of Sri Lanka
Explore Kandy City Tour by Tuk Tuk

Explore Kandy City Tour by Tuk Tuk

AU$21
per adult
Explore Kandy City Tour by Tuk Tuk
Jeep Safari Wildlife Tour in Minneriya and Kaudulla

Jeep Safari Wildlife Tour in Minneriya and Kaudulla

AU$37
per adult
Jeep Safari Wildlife Tour in Minneriya and Kaudulla
Kandy City Tour by TukTuk with Laka

Kandy City Tour by TukTuk with Laka

AU$14
per adult
Kandy City Tour by TukTuk with Laka
Front view of The rock

Private Day Trip to Sigiriya & Dambulla from Kandy – Aaliya Tours

AU$91
per traveller
Private Day Trip to Sigiriya & Dambulla from Kandy – Aaliya Tours
Kandy One Day Cultural Journey Temples, Lake and Local Traditions

Kandy City Tour

AU$35
per adult
Kandy City Tour
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A temple interior with large Buddha statues, intricate ceiling artwork, and a central stupa.

Dambulla Cave Temple

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Spectacular Buddha statues and colorful murals beautify this ancient complex of rock-cut temples set high above the plains of Dambulla.
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Day trip destinations from Matale District

Ancient ruins with a large water tank, terraced steps, and a view of distant mountains and forests.

Sigiriya

A tree silhouetted against a vibrant sunset sky.

Hettipola