Start Your Sri Lanka Journey with Private Transport
Arriving in Sri Lanka?
Arrange a private vehicle from the airport to your hotel or next destination.
When requesting your transfer, tell us:
- Airport
- Arrival date
- Flight number, if known
- Arrival time
- Destination
- Number of travellers
- Luggage
- Preferred vehicle
Your confirmed transfer details will identify the agreed pickup arrangement and vehicle category.
Private Hotel-to-Airport Transport
We can also arrange your departure transfer from your hotel or agreed location to the airport.
Send us:
- Hotel or pickup location
- Flight date
- Flight number
- Departure time
- Travellers
- Luggage
The proposed pickup time should be reviewed against your journey and airport check-in requirements.
Do not leave airport pickup timing to guesswork.
Travel Privately Between Your Hotels
Already booked your accommodation?
You can use Sri Lanka Chauffeur Guides simply to travel between your hotels.
Examples may include:
- Colombo to Kandy
- Kandy to Nuwara Eliya
- Nuwara Eliya to Ella
- Ella to the south coast
- Galle to Bentota
- Beach resort to airport
Tell us the exact hotel names or pickup and destination addresses where possible.
One Journey Without a Multi-Day Driver Booking
You do not need to retain a driver for several days if you only require transport between two places.
A private transfer may be more appropriate when you need:
Pickup → Direct private journey → Drop-off
This can work well for travellers moving between major cities, resort areas and sightseeing regions.
Travel Across Sri Lanka in Your Own Vehicle
Long-distance transfers can also be arranged between regions of Sri Lanka.
For these journeys, the quotation can consider:
- Route
- Passenger numbers
- Luggage
- Vehicle type
- Requested stops
- Pickup time
- Final destination
If you want several sightseeing stops or multiple overnight destinations, a private-driver tour may be more suitable than a transfer.
Cars, SUVs, Vans, Coaches & Luxury Vehicles
Your transfer vehicle should be selected according to both passengers and luggage.
Private Car
Up to 3 guests
Suitable for couples and smaller travelling parties.
Private SUV
Up to 3 guests
Available for travellers who prefer an SUV category.
Preferred models may include:
- Honda Vezel
- Toyota Raize
- BYD SEALION 5
- BYD SEALION 6
Family Van
Up to 5 guests
A practical option for families and smaller groups.
Small Group Van
Up to 9 guests
Suitable for larger families and private groups.
Group Coach
Priced category for up to 16 guests
Larger coaches can be quoted separately.
Luxury Vehicle
Premium transfers can be requested with vehicle preferences such as:
- Mercedes-Benz E-Class
- Mercedes-Benz S-Class
- BMW 5 Series
- BMW 7 Series
- Toyota Land Cruiser / Prado
- Range Rover
- Toyota Alphard
- Toyota Vellfire
- Mercedes-Benz V-Class / Vito
Luxury vehicle prices are individually quoted.
Private Transport for Larger Parties
Travelling as a group?
We can consider a van, coach or larger vehicle according to:
- Group size
- Luggage
- Tour leader or guide
- Pickup location
- Destination
Our currently published Group Coach category is for up to 16 guests.
Larger coach requirements are quoted individually.
Transfer Pricing
How Is a Private Transfer Price Calculated?
Transfers are quoted according to the actual journey.
The price can depend on:
- Pickup location
- Destination
- Travel date
- Vehicle category
- Passenger numbers
- Luggage
- Additional stops
- Waiting requirements
- Special vehicle requests
Important
Our multi-day private-driver daily rates should not automatically be used as fixed transfer rates.
Tell Us Before the Journey
If you would like to visit an attraction while travelling between hotels, mention it when you request the transfer.
For example:
Hotel A → Sightseeing Stop → Hotel B
Additional stops may affect:
- Travel time
- Mileage
- Waiting
- Final quotation
They should therefore be agreed before the journey rather than assumed to be included.
Tell Us the Children's Ages
If you are travelling with children, include:
- Number of children
- Ages
- Child-seat request
- Luggage
This helps us review the appropriate vehicle and seating arrangement.
Child-seat availability should be confirmed for your booking.
Choose the Vehicle Around People and Bags
Passenger capacity alone does not tell us whether a vehicle is suitable.
When enquiring, tell us if you have:
- Large suitcases
- Several bags
- Sports equipment
- Pushchairs
- Wheelchairs or mobility equipment
- Other bulky luggage
We can then consider an appropriate vehicle category.
Routes We Can Quote According to Your Travel Plan
Examples of route types include:
Airport → Colombo
Private arrival or departure transfer.
Airport → Negombo
Short airport-area resort transfer.
Airport → Kandy
Private transfer towards Sri Lanka's central region.
Airport → Sigiriya Area
Private transfer to the Cultural Triangle.
Airport → Bentota / Ahungalla / Balapitiya
Transfer to south-west coast hotels.
Airport → Galle / South Coast
Longer private transfer towards the south.
Kandy → Nuwara Eliya
Private hill-country transfer.
Nuwara Eliya → Ella
Road transfer through the hill country.
Ella → Galle / Mirissa / South Coast
Private transfer from the hills towards the coast.
Galle → Bentota / Colombo / Airport
Private onward journey from the southern region.
Transfer Or Private Driver Tour?
Which Service Do You Need?
Choose a Private Transfer If:
- You are travelling from one location to another
- You do not need to retain the driver afterwards
- You mainly need pickup and drop-off
- You only have a few agreed stops
Choose Private Driver Hire If:
- You are travelling for several days
- You are changing hotels repeatedly
- You want sightseeing each day
- You need flexible transport throughout the tour
- You are following a multi-day itinerary
Use the Driver Only When You Need It
A common travel plan may look like:
10-Day Private Driver Tour
↓
4-Day Beach Stay without Driver
↓
Private Airport Transfer
You do not necessarily need to keep the vehicle while spending several free days at one hotel.
We can quote the touring and later transfer arrangements separately.
Private Transfers For Day Tours
If you are planning sightseeing rather than simply moving between two locations, a Day Tour may be more suitable.
Our private day tours can start from areas including:
- Ahungalla
- Balapitiya
- Bentota
- Hikkaduwa
- Galle
- Colombo
- Nearby agreed hotels
Transport and Guiding Are Different Services
Most straightforward transfers require only a private driver.
If your journey forms part of a sightseeing programme and you need professional interpretation, a chauffeur guide can be requested separately.
1. Send Your Travel Details
Tell us:
- Date
- Pickup
- Destination
- Travellers
- Luggage
- Flight information where relevant
- Vehicle preference
2. We Review the Journey
We consider the route and appropriate vehicle.
3. Receive Your Quotation
Your written quotation will show the agreed transfer and applicable price.
4. Confirm Your Arrangement
Follow the confirmation requirements provided with the quotation.
TRANSFER FAQs
Hotels, Tours & Experiences
Sri Lanka Chauffeur Guides specialises in:
- Private drivers
- Private transfers
- Chauffeur guides
- Day tours
- Vehicles with drivers
If you need hotels and a complete Sri Lanka holiday arranged, continue with our operating company:
Look Lanka Tours
Travel With A Registered Sri Lankan Operator
Sri Lanka Chauffeur Guides is operated and managed by Look Lanka Tours, an SLTDA Registered & Licensed Travel Agent in Sri Lanka.
SLTDA Registration No: SLTDA/SQA/TA/02500
Travel Agent Licence No: TA/2026/0323
Office: No. 305, Galle Road Balapitiya 80550 Sri Lanka
Need a Private Transfer in Sri Lanka?
Tell us:
- Travel date
- Pickup location
- Destination
- Number of travellers
- Luggage
- Flight details, if relevant
- Preferred vehicle
We will prepare the transfer quotation for your journey.
Sri Lanka Chauffeur Guides
Email: srilankachauffeurguides@gmail.com
Phone / WhatsApp: +94 75 462 4624
Address: No. 305, Galle Road Balapitiya 80550 Sri Lanka
Operated and managed by Look Lanka Tours
