Our Story
A Journey That Began
Before You Arrived
The Name
Ed-Et is not simply a brand name. It is a tribute — Ed for Edward Jayatunge, the company's founder, who believed that no one who truly experienced Sri Lanka would ever leave unchanged. Et for Etienne Jayatunge, whose warmth and conviction have been quietly woven into everything the company does — then as now.
Every journey that leaves under the Ed-Et name carries both of them with it.
The Foundation
Edward Jayatunge
Plants a Seed
What Edward Jayatunge understood was that Sri Lanka was more than a destination. It does not merely delight those who visit — it is a place that people connect with, a place where they feel they belong. So that wherever they came from, they might wonder, quietly, on leaving — whether they should have stayed.
From the outset, the company served as a trusted bridge between Sri Lanka and the world, cultivating deep relationships with travellers from across the globe. His approach was meticulous, personal, and guided by a deep-seated conviction that every guest deserved to leave with more than photographs — with memories to last a lifetime.
The Decades Between
A Reputation
Built Quietly
Over the years, Ed-Et Tours grew steadily — not through aggressive expansion, but through the quiet accumulation of trust. Repeat guests became a hallmark of the company. Families returned year after year, confident that the standard of care would never waver.
Etienne Jayatunge
Quietly Present,
Always
Quietly present throughout was Etienne Jayatunge — whose warmth and conviction have been woven into everything the company does, then as now. A lifetime spent understanding what travellers truly need, and an instinct for the details that make the difference between a good journey and an unforgettable one. She remains an active and guiding presence in Ed-Et Tours today.
The Second Generation
Arjuna Jayatunge
Carries the Torch
The stewardship of Ed-Et Tours passed to Arjuna Jayatunge — the founder's son, and a man who had spent years forging his own path across industries and continents before returning to where his family's story began.
Today, Ed-Et Tours stands at the intersection of generations — honouring the meticulous care of its founding while embracing the dynamic expectations of contemporary travellers. Decades of operational wisdom inform every decision — without ever letting experience become routine.
Today
The Legacy
Lives On
Ed-Et Tours operates as a fully licensed, second-generation family business — a trusted tour operator in Sri Lanka. Its portfolio spans bespoke private journeys, group and corporate travel, and a carefully maintained fleet — from air-conditioned touring vehicles to chauffeur-driven executive cars and SUVs, with helicopter transfers available for those who seek a perspective from above.
The founding principle remains unchanged: every journey should leave you with friendships and stories that linger long after you return home.
