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Lanka Sportreizen

Sri Lankan travel agent and tour operator specializing in adventure, nature, water sports, and cultural travel since 1982.

Last updated September 28, 2026

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Overview

Lanka Sportreizen, commonly known by its initials LSR, is a Sri Lankan travel agent and tour operator that has been operating since 1982. The company was established in 1982 and registered and licensed in 1989 as a Travel Agent under the Travel Agents Code of Sri Lanka contained in the Tourist Development Act. Based in Sri Lanka, LSR positions itself as a specialized travel partner for the island, offering a wide range of tour programmes that emphasize adventure, nature, water sports, mountain biking, hiking, cultural and religious itineraries, and special-interest travel such as bird, flower, and butterfly watching, as well as sports tours. Its services extend beyond itinerary design to include transport, accommodation, and ticketing. A distinctive feature of Lanka Sportreizen is its operation of water sports centers, through which it provides facilities and instruction for scuba diving, water skiing, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, sailing, boat cruises, jet scooter rides, speed boat rides, tube rides, banana boat rides, and deep sea fishing. Lessons are offered from beginner to professional level under experienced staff. The company also organizes and supports events, MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions) programmes, and CSR activities, and it maintains a presence in the Sri Lankan sports tourism calendar, including events such as the LSR Colombo Marathon and the Sri Lanka T-CUP. LSR's vision is to continue to be the market leader in adventure and sport travel in Sri Lanka and to diversify into other leisure activities within the country and the region. Its mission is to assure a consistent and quality service of its products to all clients. The company's website presents Sri Lanka destination content covering cultural and heritage sites such as Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Kandy, Dambulla, and Galle; beaches including Arugam Bay, Bentota, Hikkaduwa, Kalpitiya, Mirissa, Passikudah, and Trincomalee; wildlife parks such as Wilpattu, Udawalawe, Kumana, Yala, Minneriya, Wasgamuwa, and Kaudulla; and the hill country. It also promotes responsible travel and aviation services. As a private Sri Lankan company, Lanka Sportreizen operates primarily within Sri Lanka, serving inbound travelers seeking active, nature-based, and cultural experiences. Its long history, licensed status, and specialized focus on adventure and sport travel distinguish it within the Sri Lankan tourism sector.

History

Lanka Sportreizen (LSR) was established in 1982 in Sri Lanka. It was registered and licensed in 1989 as a Travel Agent as per the Travel Agents Code of Sri Lanka contained in the Tourist Development Act. Over the years, the company has engaged in providing all types of tour programmes, specializing in adventure, nature, water sports, mountain biking, hiking, cultural and religious programmes, and special interest programmes such as bird, flower, and butterfly watching, and sports. Its services include transport, accommodation, and ticketing. LSR also operates Water Sports Centers providing facilities for scuba diving, water skiing, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, sailing, boat cruises, jet scooter rides, speed boat rides, tube rides, banana boat rides, and deep sea fishing, with lessons from beginner to professional level conducted by quality and experienced staff. The company has organized and been associated with events such as the LSR Colombo Marathon, Sri Lanka T-CUP, and Rumble in the Jungle. Its vision is to continue to be the market leader in adventure and sport travel in Sri Lanka and to diversify into other leisure activities within the country and in the region. Its mission is to assure a consistent and quality service of its products to all its clients.

  • 2018

    Upcoming events include Sri Lanka T-CUP (4–6 May 2018), Rumble in the Jungle (9–15 June 2018), and LSR Colombo Marathon (7 October 2018).

  • 2016

    Website lists tours such as Hiking Tour (16 Days/15 Nights), Beach Tour (10 Days/9 Nights), and Culture Tour (6 Days/5 Nights).

  • 1989

    Registered and licensed as a Travel Agent as per the Travel Agents Code of Sri Lanka contained in the Tourist Development Act.

  • 1982

    Lanka Sportreizen established in Sri Lanka.

Products and positioning

Market leader in adventure and sport travel in Sri Lanka, with a vision to diversify into other leisure activities within the country and the region.

  • Adventure tours

    Land-based adventures including biking, hiking, trekking, camping, and nature-based programmes.

  • Water sports

    Rafting, wind surfing, jet skiing, boating, deep sea fishing, banana boat, canoeing, snorkelling, water skiing, diving.

  • Cultural and heritage tours

    Visits to ancient cities and world heritage sites such as Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Kandy, Dambulla, and Galle.

  • Wildlife and nature tours

    Safaris and nature programmes in national parks including Wilpattu, Udawalawe, Kumana, Yala, Minneriya, Wasgamuwa, and Kaudulla.

  • Special interest tours

    Bird, flower, and butterfly watching, and sports tours.

  • MICE and events

    Meetings, incentives, conferences, exhibitions, and event organization such as the LSR Colombo Marathon.

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