For our founder and CEO, Gihan Dhanushka, it began far from tourism. His original plan was simple: complete a bioscience degree and pursue a career in science. But life had other ideas. In 2014, he joined a small travel agency — his first step into the world of travel. What started as a job quickly became a calling.
Immersed in the industry, Gihan discovered both the beauty and the flaws of organized travel. He saw too many “tailor-made” tours that were anything but personal — rushed itineraries, box-ticking experiences, and holidays that felt the same from one traveller to the next. Sri Lanka, he believed, deserved better. So did the travellers who visited it.
A simple but powerful idea took root:
A holiday should be designed around the traveller, not a template — one that lets them experience the real Sri Lanka in a personal way.
In 2016, Gihan was in his final year of business studies. For one of his final assignments, he was asked to present a business plan for a new venture. What began as a classroom project soon felt like something more — a real possibility taking shape. Inspired by that assignment and driven by youthful enthusiasm, he decided to turn the idea into reality. Together with his sister, Raveesha, he built the company from the ground up, transforming what was once a business proposal into a living, growing travel company. That idea became Travellers Isle.
The journey forward was not always smooth. Like many in tourism, we faced moments that tested our resolve — from the Easter Sunday attacks to the global pandemic and the economic crisis that followed. These periods challenged the entire industry, but they also shaped who we are today. They taught us to be adaptable, responsible, and deeply committed to the people who trust us with their holidays. Through it all, our belief in meaningful, personalized travel never changed.
Today, Travellers Isle has grown into a trusted name for bespoke Sri Lanka holidays. We are proudly certified by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority and recognised with multiple Travelers’ Choice Awards from TripAdvisor — awards based on genuine guest reviews and experiences.
But beyond certifications and awards, what truly defines us is how we see travel. We see it as a craft. We listen carefully, plan thoughtfully, and refine every detail. No two travellers are the same, and we believe no two journeys should be either.
"For loving families that value a trouble-free holiday, Travellers Isle brings them off the beaten path with expertly crafted Sri Lanka tours."
Read Our Blog
Our goal is to help as many as possible plan their Sri Lanka holidays. Read our blog. You will find all the information that you need for designing your holiday. If you are at the very beginning of your tour planning, we recommend reading our Sri Lanka weather article first. Feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.
"We have had our amazing driver taking us around Sri Lanka with our 15 month old daughter for the last two weeks. Everything has been organized for us and everything has been perfect.
Anyone thinking about going to Sri Lanka with their little ones should book with Travellers Isle. Nothing has been too much trouble for them. All hotels have been fabulous and our driver has been so helpful, amazing with our daughter, professional and knowledgeable."