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Rediscover Journeys is a founders-led, SLTDA-licensed tour house based in Minuwangoda, Sri Lanka. Family heritage since 2009, we have hosted a limited number of private journeys each year , so every family receives absolute devotion, not delegation.
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Rediscover Journeys was conceived as an antidote to the rushed, superficial pace of modern travel. Founded by visionaries with a lifelong devotion to Ceylon’s heritage and landscapes, our house was built on the belief that true luxury is found in space, stillness, and intention.
We operate not as conventional tour handlers, but as quiet destination artisans and caretakers of your time on the island. By intentionally limiting the number of journeys we host each year, we ensure that every client, family, and international partner receives absolute devotion, discreet execution, and uncompromised depth.
Our journeys are shaped around a deeper understanding of Sri Lanka, its ancient rhythms, living traditions, hidden landscapes, and the people who give each place its soul. From private encounters and secluded retreats to unhurried journeys through the island’s most evocative regions, every detail is thoughtfully considered to create experiences that feel personal rather than prescribed.
Rediscover Journeys is born from the heritage family legacy of Different Discovery. In summer 2009, brothers Dinesh and Rasith Gunaratna founded it as the exclusive inbound partner of C&C Travel, Copenhagen. In 2016, as fellow pioneer Stjernegaard Rejser entered Sri Lanka, the brothers shaped two distinct paths. Three friends National Tour Guide Lecturers Chandima Wanasinghe and Nishantha Ranasinghe, alongside Rasith as Founder-Caretaker and Lead Destination Artisan re-established Rediscover Journeys as a white-label ground handler for leading international operators.
For over sixteen years, we led authentic, sustainable journeys in heritage, culture and wellness for partners such as Topas Travel and Travel & Trek. That time on the ground gave us intimate knowledge far from the familiar secluded estates, private bungalows and architectural sanctuaries. Today, Nishantha leads our Swiss market through Sense of Travel, Chandima leads Parami Journeys for spiritual retreats, and our London development arm, established in 2025, is led by Harsha Fernando and Vajira Ranaweera. Lakshan Surekha, as General Manager and Destination Specialist, heads our inland team of eight specialists, supported by more than 50 highly reviewed licensed chauffeur-guides, naturalists, herpetologists and eco-tour leaders. We share Sri Lanka not as a checklist, but slowly and thoughtfully , as a sequence of moments, sanctuaries and encounters.
In a world defined by noise, we curate quietude. Whether navigating mist-shrouded highland tea estates at sunrise, listening to the gentle rhythm of the Indian Ocean from a private coastal sanctuary, or observing wildlife in undisturbed wilderness on our Sri Lanka wildlife safaris, our journeys are structured to give you the rarest commodity of all: space to breathe.
Every route is custom-crafted around your personal rhythm. There are no rigid timetables or forced sights—only thoughtful progression, seamless private logistics, and spontaneous moments of discovery.
Beyond the places we take you, it is the people and stories we introduce along the way that give each journey its depth. From private encounters with local artisans and historians to meaningful connections with Sri Lanka’s living heritage through our cultural triangle tours, we create access that feels personal, authentic, and entirely unhurried.
“True luxury lies in the details you never have to think about, and the moments you will never forget.”
We create considered journeys through Sri Lanka, shaped by an intimate understanding of the island and a thoughtful appreciation of each traveller’s desires. From secluded retreats and private cultural encounters to extraordinary wildlife experiences, every element is carefully chosen to bring together comfort, authenticity, and a genuine sense of place.
For our international travel partners, we deliver discreet, white-label destination management, combining trusted local expertise with seamless coordination and a deeply personal standard of care.
True discovery belongs to those who ask quieter questions. We look beyond highlighted maps to uncover rare access, forgotten tea country trails, and living traditions that lie hidden in plain sight. For us, curiosity is not about seeing more—it is about seeing deeper, listening closer, and revealing the island’s soul in unexpected ways.
We believe true luxury is invisible; it is felt in the rhythm of an unhurried day. Every journey is designed with deep intention—balancing absolute privacy with authentic connection, protecting delicate ecosystems, and ensuring that your presence leaves a gentle, positive footprint on the communities that welcome you.
We let the land, its people, and its heritage take centre stage. We operate with quiet confidence and understated warmth, acting not as tour operators, but as humble caretakers of your experience. No pretension, no performative flair—just authentic Sri Lankan hospitality delivered with precision.
We cap the number of journeys we host each year. You are never a file number.
Your itinerary is designed and overseen by Rasith Gunaratna and Lakshan Surekha, not passed to a junior handler.
No templates. No fixed itineraries. Every journey from 7 to 21 days is built around your rhythm.
All our chauffeur-guides are SLTDA-licensed National Guides with 10+ years experience.
Private wildlife encounters in undisturbed wilderness, with certified naturalists. No jeep crowds.
Private transport, boutique hotels, and 24/7 enquiry service. Zero-complaint execution is our standard.
Every journey is supported by accountable operations, carefully considered safety standards, and a commitment to respecting Sri Lanka's wildlife, communities, and cultural heritage.
We are eight slow-luxury sanctuary curators based in one home near Colombo International Airport, backed by 50+ SLTDA-licensed chauffeur-guides and specialist naturalists who live where you will travel.
Your journey is designed by destination artisans and overseen daily by Rasith Gunaratna and our senior team , never passed to a junior handler or a call centre. You have one point of contact from first conversation to final drop-off, with 24/7 enquiry service throughout.
Founder-Caretaker and Lead Destination Artisan behind Rediscover Journeys. With 16+ years of experience in Sri Lanka inbound tourism, Rasith champions slow-luxury design, high-touch B2B white-label ground logistics, and strict operational standards that make every guest experience unforgettable.
Leads corporate finance, treasury management, and fiscal governance across Rediscover Journeys. Ishanka ensures robust financial health, transparent partner accounting, and seamless commercial execution across all our bespoke island travel portfolios.
Key Account Manager – Scandinavian Market. Leads Tour Operations, ground logistics, and international partner relations across Sri Lanka. Lakshan specializes in managing key Scandinavian B2B partnerships, driving operational excellence, zero-complaint execution, and seamless ground delivery.
Oversees financial management, supplier settlements, and tour account logistics across our Sri Lanka portfolio. Nadeesha combines sharp financial governance with deep operational insight, ensuring seamless transaction accuracy and backing our commitment to zero-complaint travel delivery.
Oversees on-ground logistics, partner coordination, and real-time operational execution for every tailor-made Sri Lanka journey. Yasith’s hands-on approach, attention to detail, and commitment to zero-complaint service ensure our guests experience flawless, stress-free travel from arrival to departure.
Bridges cutting-edge technology with luxury travel strategy. Spearheads AI tool integration, data-driven operational workflows, and digital content innovation to elevate Rediscover Journeys’ boutique island experiences.
As a Full-Stack Developer specializing in travel and hospitality technology, Manoj spearheads the digital infrastructure across Rediscover Journeys. He bridges advanced web architecture, custom booking systems, and digital automation to power seamless, cutting-edge island travel platforms.
Professor of Tourism Management at Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka, Prof. Rangana leads our Artisan team’s research and responsible-travel standards. He shapes how every Rediscover Journeys itinerary benefits the communities, landscapes and heritage it touches.
Connecting international expertise with exceptional journeys across Sri Lanka and the Maldives.
Director, Business Development (UK & Europe)
Spearheads UK and European trade partnerships, MICE strategy, and market expansion from London. Drawing on 18+ years of luxury hospitality leadership in Sri Lanka and the UK, Harsha connects European tour operators with our tailored ground handling services across Sri Lanka and the Maldives.
Trade Partnerships · MICE · Market Expansion
Head of Human Capital & Wellness Retreats
Brings 10+ years of UK and international HR leadership from adidas UK, PwC, and MSC to Rediscover Journeys. Vajira drives human capital governance, organizational development, and the curation of bespoke corporate retreats, MICE events, and team-building experiences across Sri Lanka.
Human Capital · Corporate Retreats · Team ExperiencesRediscover Journeys was established in 2016, building on the heritage of Different Discovery, founded by brothers Dinesh and Rasith Gunaratna in 2009. This experience continues to shape how we design and deliver journeys across Sri Lanka.
We combine deep local knowledge with a personal approach to travel. Every journey is thoughtfully tailored to your interests, with trusted local specialists, carefully selected places, and attentive service throughout your time in Sri Lanka.
Our journeys can include boutique hotels, a private SLTDA-licensed chauffeur-guide, internal transport, daily breakfast, and the experiences listed in your itinerary. International flights and visas are quoted separately.
We begin with a conversation about your interests, preferred pace, and travel style. You will receive an initial itinerary drafted, with no obligation to book.
Yes. We provide white-label destination management and ground-handling services for selected international travel designers, combining local expertise, reliable coordination, and personalised support across Sri Lanka.
True luxury cannot be pre-packaged or rushed. Whether you seek a secluded retreat across tea country and coast, or wish to design an exclusive sanctuary for your family, our founders and curators are here to listen.
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