Island hopping, colourful Hindu culture, colonial history, quiet coastal roads, lagoons, and authentic Northern cuisine across the Jaffna Peninsula.
Overview
The Jaffna Peninsula offers a completely different side of Sri Lanka. This unique cycling journey combines island hopping, colourful Hindu culture, colonial history, quiet coastal roads, secluded beaches, lagoons, and authentic Northern cuisine. Cycling across causeways and ferry crossings, you'll discover a region that remains largely untouched by mainstream tourism while meeting welcoming local communities along the way.
Each day brings new terrain, new sights, and new stories. Here's the full breakdown.
Arrival and welcome meeting. Meet the group at the hotel in the late afternoon for bike fitting and a tour briefing. Our cycling team will ensure every bike is perfectly adjusted before introducing the route, weather conditions, riding etiquette, and safety procedures. In the evening, enjoy a relaxed 15 km sunset ride through the historic streets of Jaffna. Visit the vibrant Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, browse the bustling Jaffna Market, admire the iconic Jaffna Public Library, and finish the ride at the historic Jaffna Fort, where the sun sets beautifully over the lagoon. Overnight stay in Jaffna.
3 days (2 nights), covering approximately 140 km through Jaffna · Archipelago · Elephant Pass.
Rated 2/5 (Moderate). Some hills. Comfortable on a bike.
Mountain bikes for 3 days with helmets; Extra bikes according to group size; English-speaking cycling guide / mechanic (first aid & health & safety trained); Support vehicle (bike truck) on every ride with spare bikes, tools, and first aid; Accommodation for cycling guide and support driver; Local lunches, water, and snacks during bike rides.
From $180 per person for a group of 10, up to $380 per person for 2 travellers (e-bike upgrade +$60 per person). VAT VAT not included.
Yes, this tour is rated Easy to Moderate and suits most fitness levels, with a support vehicle on hand throughout.
Packing
Essentials for comfort on and off the bike.
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