Our Story
Our Story

Our Company History

From a small family-run travel desk in Negombo to one of Sri Lanka's most trusted destination management companies — this is the Lanka JP Tours story.

How It All Began

A Journey Built on Passion for Sri Lanka

Lanka JP Tours was founded by a small group of Negombo-based travel enthusiasts who shared one simple belief — that Sri Lanka's beauty, culture, and warmth deserved to be shared with the world through genuine, personal, and carefully crafted travel experiences.

What began as a modest travel desk operating out of Negombo, on the island's golden west coast, quickly grew as word spread about the company's attention to detail, honest pricing, and deep local knowledge. Early clients — many of them returning travel agents from Japan and across Asia — became long-term partners, helping shape the company's reputation for reliability and warm Sri Lankan hospitality.

Over the years, the team expanded from arranging simple airport transfers and day tours to designing complete multi-day itineraries spanning the Cultural Triangle, the hill country's tea estates, wildlife safaris in Yala and Udawalawe, and the pristine beaches of the southern and western coasts. Our growing fleet of vehicles, network of hand-picked hotels, and team of professional English and Japanese-speaking chauffeur-guides became the backbone of the experiences we deliver today.

Today, Lanka JP Tours operates from our office at Jambo Garden Hotel, #186, Old Chilaw Road, Negombo, working hand-in-hand with travel agents, tour operators, and independent travellers from around the globe. Our mission remains unchanged since day one: to showcase the very best of Sri Lanka — its people, places, and stories — through tours that feel personal, authentic, and unforgettable.

  • 2012
    Founded in Negombo — Lanka JP Tours begins as a small travel desk offering airport transfers and day tours along Sri Lanka's west coast.
  • 2015
    Fleet expansion — introduced a dedicated fleet of cars, vans, and mini coaches with professional chauffeur-guides to serve growing demand.
  • 2017
    Partnerships with Japanese travel agents — built strong relationships with inbound tour operators, becoming a trusted ground partner for Japanese travellers.
  • 2019
    Full destination portfolio launched — expanded itineraries to cover the Cultural Triangle, hill country, wildlife safaris, and luxury beach escapes.
  • 2022
    New head office — relocated to our current premises at Jambo Garden Hotel, Old Chilaw Road, Negombo, to better serve our growing clientele.
  • Today
    A trusted name islandwide — proudly serving travellers and travel agents from around the world with tailor-made Sri Lankan experiences.
12+
Years of Service
15,000+
Happy Travellers
50+
Vehicles & Guides
100+
Partner Travel Agents
Through the Years

Moments From Our Journey

A glimpse into our team, our fleet, and the experiences we've created for travellers over the years.

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Come Say Hello at Our Negombo Office

We'd love to meet you in person and help plan your perfect Sri Lankan getaway. Drop by our office, or reach out by phone, WhatsApp, or email — our team is ready to assist.

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Jambo Garden Hotel, #186, Old Chilaw Road, Negombo, Sri Lanka
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