Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Kataragama February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Kataragama](https://expedia.ca/Kataragama-Hotels.d691013935570894848.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Kataragama Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Kataragama.d691013935570894848.Car-Rental-Guide)[Kataragama Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Kataragama.d691013935570894848.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Kataragama ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Kataragama Types of activities [Kataragama travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Kataragama.dx691013935570894848) ![Sithulpawwa rock is situated in the southern part of Sri Lanka. One of the famous Buddhist monasteries. This is fully surrounded by Yala National Park. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/691013935570894848/36a17fb6-a883-43f1-b9a5-71fc3181bd20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sithulpawwa rock is situated in the southern part of Sri Lanka. One of the famous Buddhist monasteries. This is fully surrounded by Yala National Park. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/691013935570894848/36a17fb6-a883-43f1-b9a5-71fc3181bd20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![5 stars hotel. Yala Np, Sri Lanka ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141216/31a455d5-2eb3-4bb2-9405-31ee21e63867.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![OLYMPUS E-PM1 Exposure Time: 1/50 sec ISO-800 Focal Length: 40 mm A fruit stall near the Katharagama Maha Devalaya. There are many shops in this area as people buy loads of fruit baskets in order to observe them to the gods in the kovil. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141216/75934a68-3e0f-49f3-96a9-8ffd977a2913.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Kataragama Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Kataragama has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Kataragama is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Kataragama to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Kataragama Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Kataragama. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Kataragama attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Kataragama ### Tours & day trips [See all 58 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Rent a Tuk Tuk & take a Hike for an amazing Sunset in Tissa!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2541399/52bea9bf-e82a-46fe-88af-ba9e31d92380.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rent a Tuk Tuk & take a Hike for an amazing Sunset in Tissa! 5h Free cancellation available CA $68 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/adventure-tuk-tuk-safari-in-tissa.a2541399.activity-details?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&swp=off) ![Yala National Park special Half-Day & Full-Day Safari Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49687513/b6b7f507-fcc1-4546-8891-6e4dc6a38461.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Yala National Park special Half-Day & Full-Day Safari Adventure 12h Free cancellation available CA $47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/yala-national-park-special-half-day-full-day-safari-adventure.a49687513.activity-details?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&swp=off) ![Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All-inclusive](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1155408/d969b075-049e-4583-81ad-1a900f981f24.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Udawalawe Safari Day Trip with Return Transport - All-inclusive 13h 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $244 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/udawalawe-safari-day-trip-from-hikkaduwa-galle-unawatuna-mirissa-all-inclusive.a1155408.activity-details?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&swp=off) ![2 Day Tour of Udawalawe & Ella with Up Country Scenic Train Ride - All-incl...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2742837/bac06f41-65f8-40e7-947a-9ff988619449.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 2 Day Tour of Udawalawe & Ella with Up Country Scenic Train Ride - All-incl... 2d Free cancellation available CA $461 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/2-day-tour-of-udawalawe-ella-with-up-country-scenic-train-ride-all-inclusive.a2742837.activity-details?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&swp=off) ![All-inclusive Private jeep safari at Yala National park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1459359/7db12e9a-2b3a-4400-858f-8b8116d8fadc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### All-inclusive Private jeep safari at Yala National park 16h 5/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $201 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/all-inclusive-private-jeep-safari-at-yala-national-park.a1459359.activity-details?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&swp=off) ![Ella Private Day Trip with Train Ride & Tea Factory-All Inclusive](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2422740/cd9e3071-0519-4c8c-bebf-c54c1501731c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ella Private Day Trip with Train Ride & Tea Factory-All Inclusive 12h 8.8/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $258 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ella-day-trip-with-train-ride-tea-factory-all-inclusive.a2422740.activity-details?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&swp=off) ![Yala National Park Special Leopard Safari Tours By Dinuka Safari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49274359/c07185e4-fad5-424c-bce1-b1366d52182b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Yala National Park Special Leopard Safari Tours By Dinuka Safari 13h 10/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $80 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/yala-national-park-morning-safari-tours.a49274359.activity-details?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&swp=off) ![Yala Camping by Ajith Safari All-inclusive](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2752320/80165f0a-5f5e-42f9-b0f4-35df1353a970.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Yala Camping by Ajith Safari All-inclusive 1d 10/10 1 Viator review CA $800 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/yala-camping-by-ajith-safaris-all-inclusive.a2752320.activity-details?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&swp=off) ![Yala National Park Half Day Safari - 4.30 a.m to 11.30 a.m](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49449781/5ca82ab7-065a-41b7-a56c-3064cdd600c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Yala National Park Half Day Safari - 4.30 a.m to 11.30 a.m 7h Free cancellation available CA $106 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/yala-national-park-safari-with-experienced-drivers.a49449781.activity-details?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&swp=off) ### History & culture [See all 6 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&filter.categories=HistoryCulture) ![Ella Private Day Trip with Train Ride & Tea Factory-All Inclusive](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2422740/cd9e3071-0519-4c8c-bebf-c54c1501731c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ella Private Day Trip with Train Ride & Tea Factory-All Inclusive 12h 8.8/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $258 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ella-day-trip-with-train-ride-tea-factory-all-inclusive.a2422740.activity-details?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&swp=off) ![Udawalawe Safari & Ella Day Trip - Private & All-inclusive](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1155409/185f2d4e-c495-44e1-b180-b8a3b886400c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Udawalawe Safari & Ella Day Trip - Private & All-inclusive 16h Free cancellation available CA $305 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ella-day-trip-with-udawalawe-safari-private-all-inclusive.a1155409.activity-details?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&swp=off) ![Ella Day Trip with Yala Safari - Private & All-inclusive](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/957275/f8a9cb7e-7e6b-4a23-8906-45a30af49f20.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ella Day Trip with Yala Safari - Private & All-inclusive 16h Free cancellation available CA $305 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ella-day-trip-with-yala-safari-private-all-inclusive.a957275.activity-details?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&swp=off) ![Yala: Full-Day Private All-Inclusive Temple Discovery Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44632544/c84bb38a-138b-436a-bd84-0b76a2312ccb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Yala: Full-Day Private All-Inclusive Temple Discovery Tour 6h Free cancellation available CA $88 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/yala-full-day-private-all-inclusive-temple-discovery-tour.a44632544.activity-details?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&swp=off) ![From Ella - Udawalawe Safari & Transfer to Other Locations](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2031504/39e92077-57be-484e-bf4e-aea01c74abbc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Ella - Udawalawe Safari & Transfer to Other Locations 12h Free cancellation available CA $244 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-ella-udawalawe-safari-transfer-to-other-locations.a2031504.activity-details?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&swp=off) ![Yala Safari From Arugam Bay & Transfer to Other Locations](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2743129/45dc2ae2-9bd9-462e-a7e2-90c38298f5fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Yala Safari From Arugam Bay & Transfer to Other Locations 11h Free cancellation available CA $244 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-arugam-bay-yala-safari-transfer-to-other-locations.a2743129.activity-details?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Chena Lunch Experience from Tissamaharama](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3462575/9b919c5f-fb14-4340-97a6-c3855820fca4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chena Lunch Experience from Tissamaharama 2h Free cancellation available CA $70 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/chena-lunch-experience-from-tissamaharama.a3462575.activity-details?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&swp=off) ![Luxury Camping and Safari Experience in Yala Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4814809/86e943be-9119-4b40-88c6-bc3d8f51c9dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Luxury Camping and Safari Experience in Yala Park Free cancellation available CA $583 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/luxury-camping-and-safari-experience-in-yala-park.a4814809.activity-details?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&swp=off) ![Yala Beachside BBQ: All-Inclusive Private Dinner in Yala](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48325764/a97c0b2d-9705-4afd-9c83-2ca16412d29e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Yala Beachside BBQ: All-Inclusive Private Dinner in Yala 2h Free cancellation available CA $108 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/yala-beachside-bbq-all-inclusive-private-dinner-in-yala.a48325764.activity-details?&rid=691013935570894848&location=Kataragama&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Kataragama | Number of things to do | 66 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Sri Lanka Yala Wildlife Safari Tours](/things-to-do/sri-lanka-yala-wildlife-safari-tours.a50866388.activity-details): CA $86 | | Top 5 things to do | [Yala National Park special Half-Day & Full-Day Safari Adventure](/things-to-do/yala-national-park-special-half-day-full-day-safari-adventure.a49687513.activity-details)[Yala National Park Special Leopard Safari Tours By Dinuka Safari](/things-to-do/yala-national-park-morning-safari-tours.a49274359.activity-details)[Yala National Park Safari Tours - Half Day & Full Day](/things-to-do/yala-national-park-5-hour-safari-tour-2-sessions.a2715986.activity-details)[Sri Lanka Yala National Park Wildlife Private Tour](/things-to-do/sri-lanka-yala-national-park-wildlife-private-tour.a50954530.activity-details)[Rent a Tuk Tuk & take a Hike for an amazing Sunset in Tissa!](/things-to-do/adventure-tuk-tuk-safari-in-tissa.a2541399.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Yala Beachside BBQ: All-Inclusive Private Dinner in Yala](/things-to-do/yala-beachside-bbq-all-inclusive-private-dinner-in-yala.a48325764.activity-details)[Chena Lunch Experience from Tissamaharama](/things-to-do/chena-lunch-experience-from-tissamaharama.a3462575.activity-details)[Yala National Park Private Safari with Naturalist](/things-to-do/yala-national-park-private-safari-with-naturalist.a2693497.activity-details)[Yala National Park (Day Tour)](/things-to-do/yala-safari-day-trip-from-kalutara-and-surroundings-all-inclusive-package.a1020008.activity-details) | | With kids | [Yala National Park special Half-Day & Full-Day Safari Adventure](/things-to-do/yala-national-park-special-half-day-full-day-safari-adventure.a49687513.activity-details)[Yala National Park Special Leopard Safari Tours By Dinuka Safari](/things-to-do/yala-national-park-morning-safari-tours.a49274359.activity-details)[Yala National Park Safari Tours - Half Day & Full Day](/things-to-do/yala-national-park-5-hour-safari-tour-2-sessions.a2715986.activity-details)[Bundala National Park Safari (PRIVATE TOURS)- Morning & Afternoon](/things-to-do/bundala-national-park-5-hour-safari-2-sessions.a3208648.activity-details)[Private Yala Safari Full or Half Day Leopard Tour](/things-to-do/private-yala-safari-full-or-half-day-leopard-tour.a50696562.activity-details) | ## What to do in Kataragama --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Kataragama ![OLYMPUS E-PM1 Exposure Time: 1/50 sec ISO-800 Focal Length: 40 mm A fruit stall near the Katharagama Maha Devalaya. There are many shops in this area as people buy loads of fruit baskets in order to observe them to the gods in the kovil. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141216/75934a68-3e0f-49f3-96a9-8ffd977a2913.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kataragama Temple 5/5(1 review) After visiting Kataragama Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kataragama. You can seek out the safari tours while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Kataragama-Temple-Complex-Kataragama.d553248635934836697.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kataragama Archaeological Museum You can spend time exploring the galleries in Kataragama Archaeological Museum during your trip to Kataragama. You can seek out the safari tours while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Kataragama-Archaeological-Museum-Kataragama.d553248621526915084.Vacation-Attraction) #### Sacred Bo Tree Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sacred Bo Tree during your travels in Kataragama. You can seek out the safari tours while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Sacred-Bo-Tree-Kataragama.d553248621576636490.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kataragama worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Kataragama? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Kataragama? ### Is three days enough to stay in Kataragama? ### What are some activities to do in Kataragama with kids? > - [Yala National Park special Half-Day & Full-Day Safari Adventure](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/yala-national-park-special-half-day-full-day-safari-adventure.a49687513.activity-details) > - [Yala National Park Special Leopard Safari Tours By Dinuka Safari](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/yala-national-park-morning-safari-tours.a49274359.activity-details) > - [Yala National Park Safari Tours - Half Day & Full Day](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/yala-national-park-5-hour-safari-tour-2-sessions.a2715986.activity-details) > - [Bundala National Park Safari (PRIVATE TOURS)- Morning & Afternoon](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/bundala-national-park-5-hour-safari-2-sessions.a3208648.activity-details) > - [Private Yala Safari Full or Half Day Leopard Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-yala-safari-full-or-half-day-leopard-tour.a50696562.activity-details) ### What to do in Kataragama for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Kataragama? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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