Upul
Upul
Japanese-speaking driver / Has lived in Japan / Gentle and kind with children / Flexible with itinerary changes / Reassuring for first-time visitors to Sri Lanka
- Driving Experience
- More than 5 years
- Years Without Accidents
- More than 13 years
- License
- Chauffeur Guide License
- License Number
- C-1531
Having lived in Japan, Upul can communicate in Japanese and offers a reassuring experience for families, including those travelling with children. Because guests spend so much of their journey with a private driver, many naturally wonder how easily they will be able to communicate. Guests who had this concern before travelling later said that Upul’s Japanese allowed them to relax and enjoy their trip with confidence.
Upul is also especially gentle and friendly with children, helping every member of the family feel comfortable. When plans need to change during the journey, he responds flexibly and discusses the options rather than simply following the original itinerary without adjustment. This makes him a dependable choice for a first visit to Sri Lanka.
Past guests have praised his Japanese communication, his kind approach to their children, his flexibility with changes of plan and the peace of mind he brought to the whole trip. He is particularly recommended for families with young children, travellers who value being able to consult in Japanese, and anyone who wants to enjoy Sri Lanka flexibly according to the conditions of each day.
Driver Reviews
The Y Family (Japan)
- Number of Passengers
- 4
- Trip Duration / Season
- August 2026
- Assigned Driver
- Upul
Before the trip, they discussed our route with us many times, which gave us great peace of mind.
Before the trip, they discussed our route with us many times, which gave us great peace of mind.
We had been very concerned about how well the driver who would be with us throughout the journey could communicate in Japanese. However, he had previously lived in Japan, was extremely kind to our children and responded flexibly to changes in our plans during the trip.
Thanks to our driver, we were able to relax and enjoy the journey with complete confidence.
Driver Database
- Features
- Japanese-speaking driver / Has lived in Japan / Gentle and kind with children / Flexible with itinerary changes / Reassuring for first-time visitors to Sri Lanka
- Driving Experience
- More than 5 years
- Years Without Accidents
- More than 13 years
- Tour Guide License
- Chauffeur Guide Driver
Enjoy Sri Lanka Safely and Comfortably with a Private Taxi Charter
Sri Lanka has an impressive variety of attractions, from Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Dambulla Cave Temple to the tea country around Nuwara Eliya, the cultural city of Kandy, and the beach resorts of the south.
However, travelling between these places by public transport can involve complicated transfers, long travel times, and the inconvenience of carrying luggage between buses, trains, and stations.
For many first-time visitors from Europe, the main concerns are safety, communication, and whether the route can be planned efficiently within a limited holiday period.
A private taxi charter can make the trip smoother by connecting airport transfers, sightseeing stops, hotels, restaurants, and optional activities in one flexible itinerary.
LankaMe arranges Sri Lanka government-licensed tourist drivers and supports each itinerary according to your schedule, travel style, and preferred destinations.
We can help with airport transfers, intercity travel, sightseeing routes, hotel transfers, and restaurant visits, so you do not need to organise every movement separately.
With the Platinum Plan or higher, support can also include assistance at sightseeing spots and local explanations where available.
Rather than being only a means of transport, a private taxi charter can become a practical travel partner for understanding Sri Lanka’s history, culture, and nature more deeply.
If you are unsure about transport in Sri Lanka, or if you would like to know suitable routes and estimated costs, please feel free to contact us first.
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