Feb 8, 2026
The best driver in Sri Lanka - look no further! - Mimi was an incredible driver who truly made our trip to Sri Lanka unforgettable. He is one of the most kind-hearted, thoughtful, and genuinely wonderful people we’ve ever met, and our holiday simply would not have been the same without him.
From the moment he picked us up at the airport until the moment we departed, Mimi took care of every single detail with genuine kindness, care, and integrity. We felt completely looked after at all times, which allowed us to relax and fully enjoy every part of our trip.
Mimi didn’t just drive us - he guided us through Sri Lanka like a friend. He went above and beyond to show us places off the beaten track and gave us experiences we will treasure forever, from playing cricket with local children to watching a breathtaking sunset with a local farmer in his field. He made everything seamless and effortless, allowing us to focus purely on enjoying this beautiful country.
The car itself was immaculate, extremely comfortable, and with excellent air conditioning which made every journey smooth and relaxing.
We have genuinely made a special friend in Mimi and cannot wait to return to Sri Lanka to tour with him again. Look no further - you will not find a better driver in Sri Lanka. We cannot thank Mimi enough for making our trip so truly exceptional.
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Jan 31, 2026
Great time with Lalith - We had a great time with Sanaali Tours! Mimi was able to organise a driver on very short notice and was very flexible with the schedule.
Our driver, Lalith, did an amazing job, he had some great recommendations and took us to some tiny local places for lunch. He was very realiable and helpful. The car was also spotless and very comfortable.
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Jan 10, 2026
An Exceptional Driver Who Made Our Trip Unforgettable - I can’t express enough how grateful we are for our driver Mimi — he made our entire Sri Lanka experience truly exceptional. From the moment he picked us up at the airport until the moment we departed, he took care of every detail with genuine kindness, responsibility, and professionalism.
Even in unexpected moments, he went above and beyond. When I wasn’t feeling well and felt bad about calling him late at night, he calmly said, “It is my responsibility to take care of you. If I don’t, who would here?” — that moment captured who he really is: someone you can fully trust. He helped us change hotels, picked us up without hesitation in the middle of the night, and made sure we were always safe and comfortable.
He didn’t just drive us; he guided us through the country as if we were family. As two female travelers, we felt completely safe and cared throughout the trip. He suggested activities, arranged extra tours, and even made the famous Ella train ride possible, despite the landslides in the region, by coordinating with our accommodation for last-minute free cancellation and with the train operator so we wouldn’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
His car was spotless, his driving smooth, and his communication excellent. Above all, his sincerity and respect stood out every day. We left Sri Lanka feeling deeply connected and thankful — not only did we explore a beautiful country, but we met a wonderful person who made our journey unforgettable.
I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone visiting Sri Lanka — he made us feel at home, and I can assure you, your trip will be just as incredible in his care.
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Dec 30, 2025
Excellent tour - We did a 9-day tour with Sameera and were extremely satisfied with everything. He was very attentive, helpful, warm, and kind — we truly felt like family. Thanks to him, we were able to follow our travel plan perfectly, and the entire journey was very comfortable. We highly recommend him to everyone. As two female friends, we traveled safely and happily. We’re really glad we chose him.
His phone number is +94 71 919 4919
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Dec 17, 2025
More Than a Driver—A Trusted Local Guide - I had an exceptional experience with my driver during my time in Sri Lanka. From the moment he picked us up, he was warm, reliable and extremely professional. He knew the best local spots, shared cultural insights, and always made sure we felt safe and comfortable. His car was spotless, his driving, smooth, and his communication excellent. Traveling with him felt more like exploring the country with a trusted friend. If you’re visiting Sri Lanka, and want an stress-free enjoyable trip.
I highly recommend booking him. You will not be disappointed!
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Sep 27, 2025
Best guide and wonderful experience - Amazing 6 days tour across Sri Lanka thanks to Mimi who is very helpful and attentive person.
The trip was completely planned by him in advance. So it went smooth and amazing.
My best recommendation to him.
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Aug 28, 2025
Amazing, punctual, great price and value , friendly - We found Sameera through Reddit and he was amazing from A-Z a true hidden gem. He helped us with our 19 day trip throughout Sri Lanka. As we are Sri Lankan ourselves based in New York we were actually able to show him one part of Sri Lanka while he showed us the other , making it amazing for both of us. We had a nice big van for us 4 and he was always nice throughout the trip , with his English being great. He always made sure we were well fed and happy and was on time whenever we needed him.
Do not hesitate to book with him over any one else to make sure you have a great journey in Sri Lanka !
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Aug 6, 2025
Amazing Driver in Sri Lanka - Highly Recommended! - We found Mimi through a Reddit recommendation (of all places!) and decided to book him for our two big journeys that were tricky to do independently. We’re so glad we did… he was absolutely amazing!!
From the start, Mimi was incredibly responsive on WhatsApp, which made planning everything so easy and stress-free. He’s warm, friendly, and genuinely cares about making your trip enjoyable. He customised each day to our requests, was super flexible with timing, and always had great suggestions along the way.
We met many kind drivers in Sri Lanka, but Mimi stood out. He went above and beyond to make our trip smooth and memorable. Honestly, for ease and peace of mind, I’d recommend just booking him for your whole trip!
Can’t recommend him enough—thank you, Mimi!
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Jan 5, 2025
unforgettable memories with Sam - We just spent rich 12 days of Sri Lanka wonders with our great guide Sameera. Traveling all around Lanka required local guide with comfortable a/c car to be able to see all those special places and make most of it.
Our itinerary started in Colombo thru Hikkaduwa, Galle, Unawatuna, Mirissa, Yalla park, Sigirya, Dambula, Pinawala and back to Colombo.
All those sites we visited, all those wonders we saw, is thanks to Sam. We felt very safe during our travel and visits. We even felt safe during car transfer as driving was very proffesional. There were so much information we get and still some places we were not able to see as we would need another 15 days at least.
Thank you very much Sam for those unforgettable memories.
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Nov 21, 2024
Best ever experience- with an amazing driver and tour guide! - We made a 9-day trip in October to Sri Lanka and we were looking for a driver- who could help us with the tips and also that we make most of our trip.
We had a route Colombo- Galle- Tangalle- Mirissa- Ella (amazing bridge and train ride)- Nuwara Eliya (tea factories) and back to Colombo with a car. Samera from Sanali tours helped us so much! Without him it would not be possible to see so many things in a short time and also the trip wouldn't be that pleasant and safe. He even drove my friend to the hospital at 10pm! and was always there for us in need.
Not to mention taking photos of us and giving us local tips that you should not miss on!
All in all, would 100% recommend and if we come again to Sri Lanka, we will contact him again! :)
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