“Begin where the ocean meets culture, and flavor greets tradition.”
On arrival at <strong data-start="843" data-end="881"Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by your <strong data-start="918" data-end="946"personal chauffeur guide, who will accompany you throughout your culinary adventure. Your journey begins in <strong data-start="1030" data-end="1041"Negombo, fondly called “Little Rome” for its colonial-era Catholic churches and vibrant fishing community.
Historically, Negombo was an important cinnamon trading port during the Portuguese and Dutch periods. The influence of these colonial powers still lingers in its architecture, canals, and cuisine. Visit the <strong data-start="1353" data-end="1376"Negombo Fish Market, one of the largest in the country, where fishermen auction their fresh catch amidst the lively chatter of traders. Then enjoy a scenic <strong data-start="1513" data-end="1533"lagoon boat ride, gliding past mangroves, prawn farms, and stilt fishermen.
In the evening, indulge in your first gastronomic highlight — a <strong data-start="1660" data-end="1698"signature Sri Lankan seafood feast, featuring the famous <strong data-start="1721" data-end="1743"Negombo crab curry, a dish once prized by colonial traders and now a star of Sri Lanka’s coastal cuisine.
<strong data-start="1834" data-end="1848"Why Visit?
Negombo perfectly introduces you to Sri Lanka’s coastal charm, <strong data-start="1914" data-end="1967"
seafaring heritage, and legendary seafood flavors.