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5-Day Sri Lanka Family Trip (Negombo • Bentota • Galle • Colombo) — INR 1,00,000 Budget

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Day 1: Arrival & relax

Negombo, Sri Lanka on October 10, 2025

10:30am

Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Clear immigration, buy a local SIM and take a private airport transfer (30–45 minutes) to Negombo — easiest with a toddler for a quick first-day settle-in.
INR2500, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Lords Restaurant (Negombo)

Simple seafood and Sri Lankan favourites near the beach; family-friendly and typically open 9:00am–10:00pm — a good first meal to taste local flavours.
INR1200, 1h

3:00pm

Negombo Beach and hotel check-in

Relax on the wide beach or by the hotel pool so the toddler can stretch after the flight; beaches are freely accessible during daylight hours.
INR0, 2h

6:30pm

Dinner at The Crab Restaurant or similar beach eatery

Casual dinner serving grilled fish and family dishes; most beach restaurants open until 10:00pm — book early if you prefer a table by the sea.
INR1500, 1h15m
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Day 2: Turtle hatchery & river

Bentota / Kosgoda, Sri Lanka on October 11, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Hotel buffet or a la carte — family-friendly options and early service (usually from 7:00am) to suit a toddler's schedule.
INR800, 45m

9:00am

Transfer to Bentota (via Kosgoda) by car

Comfortable 1.5–2 hour drive south along the coast; plan a short break so the toddler can move around.
INR3000, 2h

11:30am

Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery visit (open 8:30am–5:00pm)

See rescued turtles of different ages and learn conservation basics — quick, educational and very toddler-friendly.
INR600, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch at The Long Room or local Bentota café

Relaxed riverside or beach lunch; many cafés are open 10:00am–8:00pm and offer child-friendly dishes.
INR1500, 1h

3:00pm

Bentota River (Madu Ganga) boat ride & mangrove tour

Short, slow boat ride to see mangroves, birdlife and small islands — runs typically 9:00am–4:00pm and is calm enough for a toddler.
INR2000, 1h

6:30pm

Dinner at hotel or nearby restaurant

Early dinner and return to the hotel for a quiet evening; many hotels offer children’s menus or simple rice-and-curry options.
INR1500, 1h15m
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Day 3: Galle Fort day

Galle & Unawatuna, Sri Lanka on October 12, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Pack light snacks and a hat for the toddler; most hotels serve breakfast from 7:00am.
INR800, 45m

9:00am

Drive to Galle Fort

About a 40–60 minute coastal drive; arrive mid-morning to avoid heat and crowds and to make walking with a toddler easier.
INR1000, 1h

10:00am

Explore Galle Fort (shops & ramparts; most shops open 9:00am–5:00pm)

A UNESCO-listed fort with ramparts, boutiques and cafés. Walk the short sections of ramparts and relax in a café with a view — stroller OK on many paths but some cobbles are uneven.
INR0, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch in Galle Fort (Peddler's Inn Café or similar)

Family-friendly cafés inside the fort offering Western and Sri Lankan options; open typically 9:00am–6:00pm.
INR1500, 1h

3:00pm

Short beach time at Unawatuna

Gentle, sandy beach suitable for toddlers during daylight; avoid strong waves and stick to shallow areas — beach is accessible during daylight hours.
INR0, 1h30m

6:00pm

Return to Bentota

Drive back to your Bentota hotel for a restful evening after a busy day.
INR1000, 1h

7:30pm

Dinner at hotel

Relaxed dinner; consider ordering lighter dishes for the toddler and earlier seating to maintain routine.
INR1500, 1h15m
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Day 4: Colombo city

Colombo, Sri Lanka on October 13, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast and check-out

Early breakfast and a comfortable check-out; plan luggage storage if you intend to sightsee before hotel check-in in Colombo.
INR800, 45m

9:00am

Transfer to Colombo

Drive ~1.5–2 hours to Colombo; aim to arrive before midday to visit key sights when the toddler is fresh.
INR2500, 1h30m

11:00am

Gangaramaya Temple visit (open 6:00am–6:00pm)

Prominent temple and cultural museum in Colombo — short visit (1 hour) gives a calm, sheltered cultural stop suitable for a toddler's pace.
INR200, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Upali's by Nawaloka

Popular spot for authentic Sri Lankan cuisine with family-friendly seating; open around 11:00am–10:00pm.
INR1500, 1h

2:30pm

Stroll Galle Face Green (seafront) and kite time

Open-air promenade ideal for toddlers to run and for a relaxed sea breeze; best in late afternoon when vendors and families gather.
INR0, 1h

4:00pm

Short visit to Pettah Market (best 9:00am–6:00pm)

Colourful market for a quick look and light shopping — keep visits short with a toddler (busy and uneven surfaces).
INR500, 45m

7:00pm

Dinner at a Colombo family-friendly restaurant (The Lagoon / Cinnamon Grand café)

Comfortable dinner with seafood and international options; many central restaurants stay open until 10:00pm — reserve a table to avoid waits.
INR2500, 1h15m
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Day 5: Departure day

Colombo → Home on October 14, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel and final packing

Eat early, finish check-out procedures and confirm your airport transfer; many hotels offer early breakfast on request.
INR800, 45m

9:00am

Short last-minute shopping or quiet park time

If flight is later, a brief stop at a nearby mall or a short park visit gives the toddler a final chance to play — keep it near the hotel to avoid traffic stress.
INR0, 1h

11:00am

Transfer to Bandaranaike Airport (CMB)

Allow at least 1.5–2 hours for the drive and international check-in; private transfer provides flexibility with a toddler.
INR3000, 1h30m

2:30pm

Depart Sri Lanka

Board your flight home; arrive at the airport early for immigration and boarding with a small child.
INR0, —
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