20+ years of trusted driving experience in Sri Lanka.
If you're looking for one of the most experienced and reliable drivers in Galle, Sri Lanka, you’ve just found him. With over two decades in the Sri Lankan tourism industry, Tharaka W. is known for offering guests a safe, informative, and genuinely warm travel experience. Since joining Less Taxi in 2018, Tharaka has become one of our most requested drivers - and for good reason. His deep local insight, professional attitude, and fluent English make him a favorite among travelers from all over the world.
Here’s why travelers looking for a driver in Galle or along the southern coast of Sri Lanka trust Tharaka time and time again:
A true veteran of Sri Lankan travel, Tharaka understands exactly what guests want - whether it's a peaceful beach drive or an exciting wildlife excursion.
Punctual and proactive - he always checks pickup times and locations well in advance, and never misses a beat.
Communication is easy and clear. Tharaka ensures you feel comfortable and informed throughout your journey.
Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a family, Tharaka knows how to treat all guests with respect, kindness, and attention to detail.
How do we collect Reviews?
We collect feedback from our guests and driver-partners after each
ride. The list below contains selected excellent reviews about
Mr. Tharaka W.
Last updated: 11th June 2025.
★★★★★
"Mr. Tharakas services was excellent"
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"It was very comfortable, Mr.Tharaka was an excellent driver and very helpful."
★★★★★
"It was great ride with tharaka! "
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"Hi We are safely back on the ship, having wonderful memories to take with us and a small suitcase made in Sri Lanka for our souvenirs. We loved the gem mines and our spa treatments. Mr.Tharaka was great, perfect timing and good company. I cannot access the TripAdvisor now, but when I am home again, I will give you all a sparkling review!!! Again, more thanks. "
★★★★★
"Thank you for all your care and attention. The ride was perfect, very easy and safe. Mr Tharaka was fast and at the same time careful. "
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"Goodmorning, the ride was great thank you. Mr Tharaka was very friendly. "
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"Good evening! Yes, everything was well arranged and on time. Mr Tharaka is a very pleasant and nice driver :) Thank you! "
★★★★★
"Mr Tharaka was a very good driver, thanks! Very happy with the ride. "
★★★★★
We ordered their transport service from Galle Railway
Station to Colombo Airport and am extremely satisfied.
Our driver, Tharaka arrived 15 mins earlier. He was
polite, respectful and his car was very clean and
comfortable. He went to great lengths to make our journey
pleasant and smooth. Before we knew it, we have arrived at
our destination.
Also, the staff from Less Taxi was
responsive, and reached out to us constantly to provide us
up-to-date information on the driver details. The prices
charged are reasonable. I will recommend their service to
any tourist in Sri Lanka.
Keep up the good work!
★★★★★
Amazing service!
So glad I discovered this
service...it made our life much easier for a family of 4 in
Sri Lanka! Immediate response from Ruwan no matter the time
you send message. Drivers always arrived earlier than the
estimated time and want to mention Mr. Chamara that was
amazing and did our day making sure that our children were
happy and entertained switching on an iPad with cartoons for
our long trip; Mr. Tharaka also an amazing driver and so
friendly personality made our long trip easier. Fair prices.
keep up the great service Ruwan, thank you again for
everything!
★★★★★
We had a lovely experience with Less Taxi. We were in Sri
Lanka for 7 days and used Less Taxi for all the travel.
Right from the start, Ruwan was very helpful in getting the
itinerary and planning the car and trip around it. We got
the driver details before we landed in Colombo. The driver,
Tharaka, was very polite and professional. The car was
spotless. We were travelling with a baby and Tharaka made
sure we were comfortable throughout the trip.
I would highly recommend this to plan your travel around Sri
Lanka, they are professional and prompt in there services.
★★★★★
So this was my first time using this service. I was
quarantined at the Eden Resort in Beruwala and needed to get
back home in Dehiwala.
With all the rules and the
details that needed to be shared i couldn't use my usual on
demand hires.
I found Ruwan via Google and honestly never regretted once.
Will easily recommend his services to anyone He was very
polite and made sure i knew everything I was getting into by
using his services.
The driver Tharaka also gets an
honorable mention for his great hospitality
★★★★★
My partner contacted Less Taxi after being recommended by a friend. From the minute we messaged, Ruwan took over and fully organised everything that we mentioned we would like to do and see and gave us a huge amount of information and help throughout the stay and was a continuous support throughout. He organised our driver Mr. Tharaka, who was probably one of the nicest, most genuine people I think I’ve met, who was also one of the most careful and safe drivers and nothing was ever too much trouble. He was always on time, the car was fully cleaned continuously for us and in general he was an absolute pleasure to be with. A genuinely kind person. Overall Less Taxi supplied us with the most amazing service and we cannot recommend them highly enough. We cannot wait to come back to Sri Lanka and use your team again. Thank you again.
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If you want to plan a perfect trip to Sri Lanka, look no
further, Less Taxi is the perfect team to help you plan it.
I had the pleasure of using their services for my week long
trip and I’m so happy. Ruwan from Less Taxi, and the driver
allotted to us- Mr. Tharaka went above and beyond and
provided us impeccable service.
I was travelling alone with my mother and therefore
safety was our prime concern as well as convenient stay
options and things to do. All of it was so well planned that
the whole trip was a smooth affair! Right from the airport
pick up to the airport drop off.
I just didn’t fall in
love with Sri Lanka on the trip but I’m so happy to have met
such amazing people who helped perfect our experience.
Big thanks to Less Taxi for being the perfect
travel partners!
“Working with Less Taxi has allowed me to meet wonderful guests from all over the world. The team is organized and supportive, and they treat us drivers with great respect. That’s why I’ve been proud to work with them for many years now.”
“I've been in this industry for over 20 years. I love meeting people from different countries and helping them discover the real Sri Lanka. From our beaches to our forests, there's so much to see. For me, driving is not just work - it's about sharing stories, creating memories, and making sure every guest feels at home.”
Based in Galle, Tharaka is your expert driver for Lanka’s stunning southern coast and beyond. He drives almost every day with Less Taxi, covering everything from airport pickups to multy - day tours.
Airport to Galle, Bentota, Unawatuna & Mirissa
Galle to Yala & National Parks
(perfect for safari trips)
Galle to Ella
(through scenic mountain routes)
Day tours across southern beaches & historic sites
You’re not just booking a driver - you’re booking a travel expert with
over 20 years of experience,
trusted by hundreds of happy travelers.