{"id":1980,"date":"2024-10-14T14:15:12","date_gmt":"2024-10-14T14:15:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mgo-studio.nl\/srilanka\/?page_id=1980"},"modified":"2025-10-02T13:16:31","modified_gmt":"2025-10-02T13:16:31","slug":"sri-lanka-september-2026","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mgo-studio.nl\/srilanka\/en\/trips\/sri-lanka-september-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Sri Lanka September 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"1980\" class=\"elementor elementor-1980\" data-elementor-settings=\"{&quot;ha_cmc_init_switcher&quot;:&quot;no&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-93946d4 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"93946d4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c7d507a e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c7d507a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d82aa9a e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d82aa9a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-918475c eael-infobox-content-align--left elementor-widget elementor-widget-eael-info-box\" data-id=\"918475c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"eael-info-box.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t        <div class=\"eael-infobox icon-on-top\">\n\t            <div class=\"infobox-content\">\n                    <div class=\"infobox-title-section\">\n                <h3 class=\"title\">Sri Lanka - middle and east<\/h3>            <\/div>\n            <div><h5><span style=\"color: #cd1719\"><strong>\u20ac 2.550<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0(excl. plane ticket)<\/h5><\/div>        <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3026022 e-n-tabs-mobile elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-tabs\" data-id=\"3026022\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;tabs_justify_horizontal&quot;:&quot;start&quot;,&quot;horizontal_scroll&quot;:&quot;disable&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-tabs.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-tabs\" data-widget-number=\"50487330\" aria-label=\"Tabs. 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We will be going with a group of a maximum of 4-6 people, plus Monique and Indy. So sign up quickly!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Will you join us on this beautiful photo tour? Everything is well organized. Monique organizes the trips in her free time, which keeps the costs low for all the trips.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3134b85 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3134b85\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Program booklet \/ Leaflet + Map<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-828804f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"828804f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Take a look below at the complete trip, including hotels and activities, without any obligation. Click below for the program booklet and the leaflet with the map.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-76a9151 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"76a9151\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Please note: Changes may still occur.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div data-ha-element-link=\"{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/76f00744.flowpaper.com\\\/ProgramRichLankaSeptember\\\/&quot;,&quot;is_external&quot;:&quot;on&quot;,&quot;nofollow&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" style=\"cursor: pointer\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9cd447f e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"9cd447f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t<div data-ha-element-link=\"{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/76f00744.flowpaper.com\\\/ProgramRichLankaSeptember\\\/&quot;,&quot;is_external&quot;:&quot;on&quot;,&quot;nofollow&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" style=\"cursor: pointer\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-54d6ac2 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"54d6ac2\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<a class=\"eael-wrapper-link-bdcc622 --eael-wrapper-link-tag\" href=\"https:\/\/76f00744.flowpaper.com\/PlattegrondSriLankaseptember\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><div data-ha-element-link=\"{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/76f00744.flowpaper.com\\\/PlattegrondSriLankaseptember\\\/&quot;,&quot;is_external&quot;:&quot;on&quot;,&quot;nofollow&quot;:&quot;&quot;}\" style=\"cursor: pointer\" data-eael-wrapper-link=\"eael-wrapper-link-bdcc622\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-bdcc622 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"bdcc622\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-504873302\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-504873302\" data-tab-index=\"2\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 2;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-f56a836 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f56a836\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-35184ae elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"35184ae\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>On various days, photo discussions are scheduled. We will also work with Lightroom once. Breakfast is provided at the hotel every day. Two dinners are included and one lunch. All entrance fees and transportation are covered. All hotels have a swimming pool and air conditioning.<\/p><p><span style=\"color: #95d0ca;\"><strong>Day 1 \u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Flight from Amsterdam to Colombo (likely the first Friday of September 2026).<\/p><p><span style=\"color: #95d0ca;\"><strong>Day 2 \u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Arrival in Negombo, welcome with a demo, and sunset on the beach.<\/p><p><span style=\"color: #95d0ca;\"><strong>Day 3 \u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Visit to the fish market, with opportunities to take portrait photos. Travel to Kandy, visit the Botanical Garden, and have a photo discussion.<\/p><p><span style=\"color: #95d0ca;\"><strong>Day 4 \u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Scenic train journey. Visit to a tea factory and meet tea pickers. On the way back, we will photograph a waterfall.<\/p><p><span style=\"color: #95d0ca;\"><strong>Day 5 \u00a0<\/strong><\/span>We visit the Temple of the Tooth. Then, we continue to Mahiyanganaya with photo stops along the way, and enjoy sunset by a lake.<\/p><p><span style=\"color: #95d0ca;\"><strong>Day 6 \u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Sunrise and breakfast by the lake. We will take an extended village tour, including a traditional lunch.<\/p><p><span style=\"color: #95d0ca;\"><strong>Day 7 \u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Macro photography session. Relaxation time. In the evening, we will be guests of the Vedda people for an ancient dance.<\/p><p><span style=\"color: #95d0ca;\"><strong>Day 8 \u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Visit to the Dambulla Temple. In the afternoon, we will go on a jeep safari to see elephants.<\/p><p><span style=\"color: #95d0ca;\"><strong>Day 9 \u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Early morning climb of Pidurangala Rock to watch the sunrise with a spectacular view of Sigiriya (Lion\u2019s Rock). Later, we will visit Polonnaruwa, a UNESCO World Heritage site with fascinating history and Buddha statues.<\/p><p><span style=\"color: #95d0ca;\"><strong>Day 10 \u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Transfer to Trincomalee and Nilaveli at the beach. Visit to a Hindu temple and the local market. Relax and spot butterflies or dragonflies with a macro lens.<\/p><p><span style=\"color: #95d0ca;\"><strong>Day 11 \u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Sunrise on the beach, usually accompanied by fishermen and boats. Relax at the beach or by the pool.<\/p><p><span style=\"color: #95d0ca;\"><strong>Day 12 \u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Optional snorkeling or whale watching (not included). We will still have a photo discussion today, but there is plenty of free time.<\/p><p><span style=\"color: #95d0ca;\"><strong>Day 13 \u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Transfer to Anuradhapura, one of the oldest cities in Sri Lanka. A specialized guide will give us a tour, offering fantastic opportunities to capture cultural photos.<\/p><p><span style=\"color: #95d0ca;\"><strong>Day 14 \u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Grand finale: we will visit a second national safari park. We will certainly see elephants and many other animals, with a chance to spot a leopard or sloth bear.<\/p><p><span style=\"color: #95d0ca;\"><strong>Day 15 \u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Flight from Colombo to Amsterdam.<\/p><p>This marks the end of an incredible journey, leaving you with fantastic photos and unforgettable memories.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ded14f9 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ded14f9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;,&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5737a5a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5737a5a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The aim of this trip is to have a nice trip with a group of like-minded people. We are all going to enjoy taking a lot of photos. On site, Monique will be there to give tips on settings and compositions. You&#8217;ll get tips on trying a different point of view, for example. Monique will take you to great places to take great photos.<\/p><p>The intention is not to give a complete photography course, but to get lots of tips and share experiences. However, we will work on various fun assignments, ND filters and long shutter speeds.<\/p><p>This trip is born out of hobby, so the costs are comparatively low.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div id=\"e-n-tab-content-504873303\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-tab-title-504873303\" data-tab-index=\"3\" style=\"--n-tabs-title-order: 3;\" class=\" elementor-element elementor-element-4faf534 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4faf534\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_ha_eqh_enable&quot;:false}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-094ecd0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"094ecd0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Do you want to join us in beautiful Sri Lanka? 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Monique organizes the trips in her free time, which keeps the costs low for all the trips. Program booklet \/ Leaflet + Map Take a look below at the complete trip, including hotels and activities, without any obligation. Click below for the program booklet and the leaflet with the map. Please note: Changes may still occur. On various days, photo discussions are scheduled. We will also work with Lightroom once. Breakfast is provided at the hotel every day. Two dinners are included and one lunch. All entrance fees and transportation are covered. All hotels have a swimming pool and air conditioning. Day 1 \u00a0Flight from Amsterdam to Colombo (likely the first Friday of September 2026). Day 2 \u00a0Arrival in Negombo, welcome with a demo, and sunset on the beach. Day 3 \u00a0Visit to the fish market, with opportunities to take portrait photos. Travel to Kandy, visit the Botanical Garden, and have a photo discussion. Day 4 \u00a0Scenic train journey. Visit to a tea factory and meet tea pickers. On the way back, we will photograph a waterfall. Day 5 \u00a0We visit the Temple of the Tooth. Then, we continue to Mahiyanganaya with photo stops along the way, and enjoy sunset by a lake. Day 6 \u00a0Sunrise and breakfast by the lake. We will take an extended village tour, including a traditional lunch. Day 7 \u00a0Macro photography session. Relaxation time. In the evening, we will be guests of the Vedda people for an ancient dance. Day 8 \u00a0Visit to the Dambulla Temple. In the afternoon, we will go on a jeep safari to see elephants. Day 9 \u00a0Early morning climb of Pidurangala Rock to watch the sunrise with a spectacular view of Sigiriya (Lion\u2019s Rock). Later, we will visit Polonnaruwa, a UNESCO World Heritage site with fascinating history and Buddha statues. Day 10 \u00a0Transfer to Trincomalee and Nilaveli at the beach. Visit to a Hindu temple and the local market. Relax and spot butterflies or dragonflies with a macro lens. Day 11 \u00a0Sunrise on the beach, usually accompanied by fishermen and boats. Relax at the beach or by the pool. Day 12 \u00a0Optional snorkeling or whale watching (not included). We will still have a photo discussion today, but there is plenty of free time. Day 13 \u00a0Transfer to Anuradhapura, one of the oldest cities in Sri Lanka. A specialized guide will give us a tour, offering fantastic opportunities to capture cultural photos. Day 14 \u00a0Grand finale: we will visit a second national safari park. We will certainly see elephants and many other animals, with a chance to spot a leopard or sloth bear. Day 15 \u00a0Flight from Colombo to Amsterdam. This marks the end of an incredible journey, leaving you with fantastic photos and unforgettable memories. The aim of this trip is to have a nice trip with a group of like-minded people. We are all going to enjoy taking a lot of photos. On site, Monique will be there to give tips on settings and compositions. You&#8217;ll get tips on trying a different point of view, for example. Monique will take you to great places to take great photos. The intention is not to give a complete photography course, but to get lots of tips and share experiences. However, we will work on various fun assignments, ND filters and long shutter speeds. This trip is born out of hobby, so the costs are comparatively low. Do you want to join us in beautiful Sri Lanka? Take a non-binding option on this September 2026 trip. If you have any questions or need more information, please contact me first.\u00a0 Reservation for the September 2026 trip (option) Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *Email *Phone *Address *Postal Code *City *Notes Book By making a reservation, you agree to the general terms and conditions of MGO Studio Travel. This offer is covered by the STO Garant guarantee. You can find the terms of this guarantee scheme on the STO Garant website (www.sto-garant.nl\/downloads). Join us on a photo trip from September 4 to 18, 2026 (15 days)&nbsp;and experience the stunning central and eastern regions of Sri Lanka, where the weather is perfect at this time. We will be going with a group of a maximum of 4-6 people, plus Monique and Indy. So sign up quickly! Will you join us on this beautiful photo tour? Everything is well organized. Monique organizes the trips in her free time, which keeps the costs low for all the trips. Program booklet \/ Leaflet + Map Take a look below at the complete trip, including hotels and activities, without any obligation. Click below for the program booklet and the leaflet with the map. Please note: Changes may still occur. On various days, photo discussions are scheduled. We will also work with Lightroom once. Breakfast is provided at the hotel every day. Two dinners are included and one lunch. 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