Your local guide in Ella, Sri Lanka
Born in Ella, guiding since 2020. Private tuk tuk, car and van tours across Sri Lanka.
"Best guide in Ella"
180+ TripAdvisor reviews
5+
Years guiding
I was born in Ella.
This is my home.
My name is Sanka Nadisha. I grew up right here in Ella — the little mountain town that tourists now come from all over the world to see. I walked the Nine Arch Bridge before it was famous. I know the tea estates, the hidden waterfalls, and the routes that never make it onto Google Maps.
In 2020, I started guiding tourists across Sri Lanka. What started as tuk tuk tours around Ella has grown into an island-wide private driver and guide service. I've taken guests to Yala on sunrise safaris, to Sigiriya for early morning climbs, and on the overnight run to Colombo airport more times than I can count.
My philosophy is simple: I treat every guest the way I'd want to be treated as a traveller. No hidden fees. No rushed itineraries. No commission-based detours to overpriced shops. Just honest advice, reliable transport, and local knowledge you can't get from a guidebook.
I speak English well and reply to WhatsApp messages quickly — usually under 30 minutes. All my bookings happen on WhatsApp. If you have questions, just ask.
Trusted by 180+ guests
Real feedback from real travellers across Google and TripAdvisor
"Sanka is a fantastic tuk-tuk driver offering reliable, friendly service with fair prices and punctual arrivals."
Kateřina T.
🇨🇿 Czech Republic
"Sanka is a fantastic tuk-tuk driver offering reliable, friendly service with fair prices and punctual arrivals."
Kateřina T.
🇨🇿 Czech Republic
"Sanka is truly one of the best drivers in Ella. Excellent driving skills, kind and genuine assistance."
Maria H.
🇩🇪 Germany
"Managed transporting our group of 18 people seamlessly. Super responsive with helpful recommendations."
Katie P.
🇦🇺 Australia
"Very friendly and professional with fair prices and very quick responses. Organized transportation perfectly."
Danila M.
🇫🇷 France
The right vehicle for every journey
From the tuk tuk that started it all to comfortable cars and spacious vans — Sanka matches the vehicle to your group and route.
Tuk Tuk
1–2 guests · Ella local tours
Open-air, nimble on mountain roads. The original Ella experience and still the most fun way to explore.
Private Car
1–4 guests · Day trips & transfers
Air-conditioned sedan for longer journeys — safaris, south coast, airport runs.
Van / Minibus
5–12 guests · Multi-day & groups
Spacious and comfortable for families, friend groups, and multi-day island tours.
Safari Jeep
1–6 guests · Yala & Udawalawe
Licensed 4x4 with expert tracker. Sanka arranges everything — you just enjoy the wildlife.
How booking works
Direct WhatsApp communication — no booking system, no agents, no hidden fees
Message on WhatsApp
Tell Sanka your travel dates, group size, and what you want to do. Use the tour pages to build a pre-filled message.
Get your quote
Sanka replies under 30 minutes with a personalised price for your group. No agents, no booking fees.
Travel with a local
Sanka meets you at your hotel or airport. Flexible, honest, and genuinely happy to show you Sri Lanka.
What Sanka covers
Day Tours
Explore Ella, safari parks, southern beaches, ancient cities, or the hill country.
5 tour categories • Custom routes • Any group size
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All Transfers
Airport pickups, intercity routes, and comfortable private transportation across Sri Lanka.
BIA to any destination • Night transfers • Name sign pickup
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Multi-Day Tours
3 to 10-day private circuits with flexible routing and curated accommodation suggestions.
11 package options • All-island coverage • Local guidance included
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