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sharon Review submited by SHARON

Dam a Tour Guide- “Like No Other”

Reviewed September 16, 2019

My husband and I did a 10 day tour with Dam. 

From the moment we met we felt very comfortable and very quickly formed a good friendship.

Dam was always very prompt and organised for our activity’s and accommodation that we had planned and even added a couple of things in that we didn’t know about.Dam is very knowledgeable and passionate about his country which is nice to see in a young man.

Dam’s driver Sam did a great job, we felt very safe at all times with his driving skills.Both boys were always very respectful and had great manners.

We would highly recommend Dam as a guide.

Best of luck to you both, regards Sharon & Foz

Travelled in as a couple

matt Review submited by Matt

Amazing amazing amazing

Reviewed September 1, 2019

Writing a review is too hard as there is so much praise and thanks I would like to give Dam and Sam and it will never be reflected as well as I would like but I will give it a go.

We contacted Dam based on recommendations we had seen online to ask him to review our itinerary we had created and he has been amazing since then.

Before we travelled to Sri lanka he reviewed the places we wanted to visit and suggested other sites we may like and could fit in during our 28 days (with no obligation to book him). He was also flexible with payments agreeing for us to pay him in installments that worked for us. They were not the cheapest however when you look at the comfortable car and service you get compared to some other drivers we saw it is definitely worth the small extra amount! We also got two people, a driver (sam) and a guide (dam) to explain things during the drives.

When we landed he greeted us after our long flight and helped move our cases to their amazingly comfortable and spacious minivan (which I would really recommend especially if you are staying a long time).

During the holiday nothing was ever too much and our holiday remained flexible based on what we felt like doing as well as what the weather was like. He often called people for us to arrange visits or arranged restaurants based on his knowledge and what we wanted to eat. He made our holiday so smooth that eventually we stopped worrying what we were doing the next day and left it to Dam, absolutely perfect. He will also understand the pace of holiday you want and will not be pushy should you not want to do something.

Dam has amazing English and accompanied us to historical sites and other excursions to explain/translate as the English of some SriLankans can be basic...this was a massive bonus as it meant we left sites truly understanding. He was also not too intrusive, leaving us to have meals alone once he had made sure our order was understood (especially as my wife is vegetarian).

Over the 28 days we got to know Dam quite well during the drives and excursions. He is a kind hearted, friendly, funny gentleman that we will miss. He is a tour guide, translator, photographer, shopper, historian, wild life expert and much more. I especially enjoyed teaching him some British slang that I hope he will use with future clients. I can completely understand why he is the top rated guide on tour hq. If you want a perfect trip to sri lanka that is stress free....go with Dam. You will not regret it!

We were also driven by Sam who accompanied Dam. Sam's driving is superb in a country that has hectic driving conditions. He makes you feel extremely safe allowing you to enjoy looking out the window at the variety of wildlife.

I hope this review has given you an overview of the experience and service you will receive should you choose to go with Dam, which will be one that enables you to leave Sri Lanka understanding why they call it 'a country like no other'

Thank you Dam and Sam, we are truly grateful for giving us an amazing honeymoon

Ayubowan!

Matt and Sophie

Travelled in as a couple

claudia Review submited by Claudia

The best guide you could wish for!

Reviewed August 27, 2019

We booked with Dam as a result of a friend's recommendation. The feedback was incredibly positive and it could not be more accurate!

Throughout the 2 weeks we spent in Sri Lanka, Dam provided amazing and continuous insights on the culture, food and history. Besides that, he gave us recommendations on which parks to visit and activities according to the time of travel and weather conditions. He accompanied us at all times and gave us full freedom to adjust the plan. He was truly friendly and considerate, always worried with our well-being and making sure we had the best of each day. His positive energy made us fall in love with Sri Lanka people.Thank you Dam for all the kindness, dedication and friendship - you have provided us an unique experience that we will carry forever in our hearts!

Claudia 

PS: As the #1 guide in Sri Lanka, if you are planning to book with Dam, I would advise to book well in advance. We contacted 6 months prior to our trip and adjusted accordingly :)

Travelled in as a couple

jude Review submited by Jude

Srilanka like no other with Dam

Reviewed August 17, 2019

Dam is a very caring, well-prepared, and professional guide... He really makes sure we were safe, confortable and having fun during our trip in Srilanka... At the same time, he also doing his best to share the real Srilankan experience with us..  I strongly recommend Dam as your guide... He did show us Srilanka “Like no other “... Thank you Dam...

Travelled in as a family

ugnė Review submited by Ugnė

The most caring guide!

Reviewed May 22, 2019

We had our trip few years ago. However, it will long stay in my memory! We not only saw the diverse and beautiful Sri Lanka, but also received a lots of information about it and Damith with his team provided amazing experiences during the trip. He was also very caring and helped to communicate with locals. 

100% RECCOMMEND!

Travelled in as a family

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Damith Dilshan (Dam)'s response to the review

August 3, 2019

Dear Ugne , Thank you so much making this review. Really Appreciate ! its a great pleasure for me to meet you family too. I hope to meet you guys again in the future. Thanks ! dam

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