Sri Lanka has a new and exciting food experience called Bustaurant Dambulla. It is a restaurant inside a moving bus. This new service was launched in Dambulla on Thursday, 15 January 2026.
Bustaurant gives people a chance to enjoy a tasty lunch while travelling through beautiful villages and nature. It is the first time in Sri Lanka that people can eat food while riding on a special restaurant bus. This new idea helps to promote tourism and gives visitors a memorable experience in the Dambulla and Sigiriya area.
Launch and Official Support
The Dambulla Bus Restaurant service was officially launched with the support of several government institutions. The project was carried out with the involvement of the Central Province Tourism Department, the Dambulla Municipal Council, the Pradeshiya Sabha, and other state institutions.
The service also received official approval from the Provincial Tourism Department. This support shows that Bustaurant is a recognised and well-planned tourism project. It aims to improve tourism in the Dambulla area and offer visitors a new and safe travel and dining experience.
The Bustaurant Travel Route and Experience
The Bustaurant journey starts near the Dambulla Cave Temple. From there, the bus travels through the town and then turns onto a quiet rural road from the Habarana, Digampathaha area.
The journey lasts about two hours, and lunch is served during the trip. This special experience is owned and managed by the owner of the Sakura Village Restaurant, which is well known for its quality food in Dambulla.
Also passengers can enjoy beautiful views as the bus passes through Inamaluwa, Kibissa, Pelwehera, and Pidurangala. The route goes alongside calm reservoirs and green paddy fields, giving travellers a peaceful village experience. The journey ends at the Sigiriya Main Entrance, making it a perfect trip for visitors exploring the cultural triangle.
Schedule and Price Details
The Bustaurant operates daily with two starting times to suit different visitors. The first journey starts at 11:00 AM, and the second journey starts at 2:30 PM.
Each trip around two hours and includes lunch during the journey. The price for this experience is USD 55 per person. This fee covers the bus ride, the meal, and the sightseeing along the scenic route.
Bustaurant is a new and exciting addition to Sri Lanka’s tourism industry. It offers a simple but unique experience by combining travel, food, and beautiful scenery in one journey.
Launched in Dambulla, this moving restaurant gives both local and foreign visitors a new reason to explore the Cultural Triangle. Bustaurent is a great choice for anyone who wants to enjoy good food while seeing the natural beauty around Dambulla and Sigiriya in a relaxed way.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bustaurant?
Bustaurant is a restaurant inside a moving bus. Guests can enjoy lunch while travelling through scenic areas around Dambulla and Sigiriya.
Where does the Bustaurant journey start and end?
The journey starts near the Dambulla Cave Temple and ends at the Sigiriya Main Entrance.
What are the starting times?
Bustaurant starts at 11:00 AM and 2:30 PM each day.
How much does it cost?
The price is USD 55 per person. This includes the bus ride, lunch, and sightseeing.
