
Gayan C Ariyarathne
Founder & Travel Specialist
“Every trip we design is personal.”
Born and raised in Sri Lanka, Gayan blends his deep local knowledge with modern travel systems to create journeys that are smooth, authentic, and unforgettable. After years of working as a chauffeur-guide and tech professional, he founded Ayubowan Escapes to offer travelers something more honest — real experiences, thoughtful planning, and a personal connection every step of the way.
- Based in: Giriulla, Sri Lanka
- Speaks: English, Sinhala
- Fun fact: Gayan loves storytelling and designing personalized itineraries over a hot cup of Ceylon tea.
Guest Experiences With Gayan
"Traveling with Heart – Gayan Turned Our Trip into a Treasure!"
We traveled with Gayan in Sri Lanka in November 2024. We really enjoyed our guide who was very professional, knowledgeable, interesting, and exposed us to the landscapes and heritage and natural treasures of Sri Lanka. Gayan is very sensitive and attentive to each participant in the trip. In addition, Gayan has a great talent for photography and a good camera. He takes care of us and leaves us with wonderful memories. Gayan is an excellent driver, full of knowledge and creates great curiosity. We really enjoyed traveling with Gayan, we will return to Sri Lanka with him again. Anat and Idan Bar - Mother and son, Israe
"A trustworthy guide for families!"
We traveled with two kids and safety was a big concern. Gayan was not only extremely professional, but also kind, patient, and fun with our children. He arranged everything beautifully and gave us great local food tips. If you're visiting Sri Lanka with kids, he's the one to book.
"Flexible, relaxed, and super organized"
I usually plan everything myself, but this time I let Gayan take over — and I’m so glad I did! He understood my travel style from day one, gave space when I needed it, and handled every detail in the background. I could just enjoy the journey.
"We saw the real Sri Lanka, not just the tourist version"
Gayan took us off the beaten path — small tea villages, hidden waterfalls, even cooking with a local family. It never felt rushed. Just genuine, thoughtful travel. We can't wait to come back and do another trip with him under his new company!