Our Story

About Trip Lanka

Crafting unforgettable Sri Lanka journeys for Australasian travellers

A Passion for Sri Lanka, Built Over Decades

Trip Lanka is your trusted partner in designing unforgettable travel experiences to Sri Lanka — the Pearl of the Indian Ocean. We specialise in crafting personalised holidays that cater to every traveller's unique preferences, passions, and dreams.

Sri Lanka captivates with its enchanting blend of culture, history, and natural beauty. From pristine beaches and lush tea plantations to ancient temples and vibrant wildlife, this magnificent island is a haven for travellers seeking adventure, relaxation, and discovery.

Operating from Australia, we bring together deep local knowledge of the Australasia travel market with unrivalled on-the-ground expertise in Sri Lanka — giving you the best of both worlds.

25 Years Industry Experience
7 Years National Tourism Organisation
14 Years Based in Perth, Australia

Why We Do What We Do

To showcase the true beauty of Sri Lanka by creating authentic, immersive travel experiences that connect travellers with the island's rich culture, heritage and natural wonders.

What We Offer

Every journey we create is thoughtfully tailored — never off-the-shelf.

Customised Travel Packages

We design bespoke itineraries built entirely around your interests, travel style, and timeline. No two journeys are alike.

Group & Individual Travel

Whether you are travelling solo, as a couple, with family, or as part of a group, we have the expertise and partnerships to deliver a seamless experience for every party size.

Leisure Packages

From romantic escapes and wellness retreats to cultural immersions and wildlife safaris, our curated leisure packages offer extraordinary Sri Lankan experiences at every turn.

Why Travel With Trip Lanka

Expertise, passion, and personal care — at every step of your journey.

25 Years of Expertise

Two decades of hands-on experience in travel and tourism, destination marketing, and hospitality gives us an unmatched depth of knowledge to plan your perfect holiday.

National Tourism Authority Background

Seven years with Sri Lanka's National Tourism Organisation provided deep insider knowledge of the island's destinations, infrastructure, and travel industry — knowledge we put to work for you.

Elite Sri Lanka Partnership

We work hand-in-hand with one of Sri Lanka's leading travel partners, ensuring you benefit from premium accommodations, private transfers, and exclusive access throughout your journey.

Academic & Professional Credentials

A Bachelor of Tourism & Hospitality Management and a Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing, combined with real-world experience, underpin every itinerary we create with research, rigour, and creativity.

Perth-Based, Australasia-Focused

Working in the industry for over 14 years, we understand the Australasian traveller intimately — your expectations, your budget considerations, and what truly makes a holiday exceptional.

Luxury, Tailored to You

We specialise in premium, well-researched, and innovative travel experiences — not cookie-cutter packages. Every journey we craft is designed to exceed expectations and create lasting memories.

Meet Our Director

Trip Lanka Director

Vishaka Gunarathna

Founder & Director

With over two decades of experience spanning travel and tourism, destination marketing, and hospitality, Vishaka brings a rare combination of academic excellence and real-world expertise to every journey she creates.

Having spent seven years with Sri Lanka's National Tourism Organisation and the past 14 years living in Perth, Australia, Vishaka possesses a unique dual perspective — an intimate understanding of Sri Lanka's finest experiences, and a genuine appreciation of what Australasian travellers truly value in a luxury holiday.

Holding a Bachelor of Tourism & Hospitality Management from the University of Sabaragamuwa, Sri Lanka, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka, Vishaka combines academic rigour with a heartfelt passion for creating journeys that are well-researched, innovative, and unforgettable.

B.Sc. Tourism & Hospitality Management — University of Sabaragamuwa, Sri Lanka PG Diploma in Marketing — University of Sri Jayewardenepura, Sri Lanka Based in Perth, Western Australia

Awards & Achievements

Recognised for excellence across the travel and hospitality industry.

Sri Lanka Tourism Award 2012
Sri Lanka Tourism Team 2012
Hotel Management Award for Excellence — Australian Hotels Association
Hotel Management Award for Excellence Australian Hotels Association 2023

Ready to Begin Your Sri Lanka Story?

Let the Trip Lanka team design a journey that turns your travel dreams into reality.