Adventure and Leisure

A tour spellingout adventure and relaxation at the same time, we take you across the land withan amazing itinerary planned well ahead. In Dambulla we visit the elephants atthe orphanage and also see them in the wild at Minneriya when we go on a safarijeep ride. Explore ancient heritage sites of Dambulla and Sigiriya and traveltowards the central highlands of Nuwara Eliya where you can enjoy a trek toHorton Plains. Enroute you can drop by in Kandy and visit the Temple of theSacred Tooth. A day at Udawalawe will allow you to enjoy another safari in thegrasslands that are home to herds of elephants. Enjoy some sand and sun time atBentota.

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Make your tour a blend of leisure and adventure. Walk on the sandy beaches and watch the sun slides down to the west in the south western coastal belt. Go on trekking adventures in Horton and safaris in Minneriya where the Gentle giants roam freely in the Wilderness. Have the rare chance to observe the Elephants in both Wilderness and who are reared in the Sanctuary in Pinnawala. Take a tour in the heart of Sri Lanka, Colombo and discover the secrets hidden among the urbanized environment.

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2 Days in Dambulla

During your stay in Dambulla, you will drop by at the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, where elephants are looked after. Emanating tranquility and a grandeur that was depicted centuries ago, you can visit the Dambulla Cave Temple and the Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Experience the thrill of a safari at the Minneriya National Park and enjoy a village tour to calm off

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage

Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is the home for young Elephants who have been displaced or lost from their natural habitat, located at Pinnawala village in Sabaragamuwa province of Sri Lanka. Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage is the best place for an up close and personal experience with the world’s largest land mammals! Today with 70 elephants herein, Pinnawela has become the home to the largest captive group of elephants in the world.

Dambulla Cave Temple

Enter the historic caves of the Golden Temple of Dambulla, dating back to the 1st century BC. View the ancient murals depicting the life story of Lord Gautama Buddha. Look at the hundreds of figurines of Buddha and other deities scattered throughout the five main caves. Visit the Cave of the Divine King, Cave of the Great King and the Great New Monastery. See the giant golden Buddha Statue just a little distance outside the cave complex.

Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Climb the 5th century AD rock fortress, Sigiriya, where the King Kasyapa ruled. Walk through the entrance framed by the paws of a lion that is quite appropriate for its name, ‘ the Lion Rock’. View the beautiful unfading murals that brought Sigiriya its fame. Climb the steep staircase to see the terraced gardens and still-working cisterns. Walk through the tunnels leading to the palace as you get a feel for times long past.

Local Village Experience in Sigiriya

Get a chance to go on an oxen cart ride, and experience the world from the view of a village farmer. Have a relaxing catamaran safari through a calm lake. Walk through the golden fields ripe with their harvest of paddy. Watch an enjoyable traditional cooking demonstration that teaches you the basics of Sri Lankan cuisine. Delight your taste buds with a home-cooked lunch; made over a wood-fire and served on fragrant lotus leaves placed over woven trays. Enjoy the life of a Sri Lankan villager, just this day.

Minneriya Safar

This safari takes you on a ride through the Minneriya National Park. Enjoy the sight of over 150 elephants congregating in one place during the famous Great Elephant Gathering, which happens in the dry season between May to October. In addition to elephants, get a chance to also see many mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians in the scrublands, forests and other areas.

2 Days in Nuwara Eliya

Heading to the Central Highlands, you will visit the Matale Spice Garden and then the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic while in Kandy which is venerated by many visitors and locals. Then head towards the city of Nuwara Eliya and experience the cool climes and beautiful landscape in the surroundings. You can also explore the Horton Plains National Park.

Matale Spice Gardens

Do a guided tour of a spice and herbal garden, where you learn about spices, such as coriander, chili, cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg; and their uses. Take part in a traditional cooking demonstration that shows you how to make Sri Lankan cuisine while making full use of spices. Learn to make roti or create curry powder from scratch in one of the workshop

Temple of the Tooth Relic

The Temple of the Tooth Relic a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was built in the 16th century as the place of veneration and protection for Lord Buddha’s sacred tooth. Walk through the beautifully embellished passageways and elaborately painted halls, done in red, cream and black. Lounge against delicately carved pillars and get amazed by the beautiful golden statues. Get an unforgettable experience of history and art.

Nuwara Eliya

Visit the highland city that was the premium holiday resort town of the British in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Enjoy walking through the streets with their pretty little cottages, quaint villas and beautiful mansions. Make a memory in the old red-bricked post-office as you purchase an inexpensive and colourful postcard to take home or send to your friends. Relax at Queen Victoria Park or on the shores of Lake Gregory.

Horton Plains National Park

Visit the beautiful, scenic, cloud-kissed forests and grasslands of Horton Plains National Park in Ohiya, Enjoy the majestic views from the precipice of World’s End and the cooling sprays from Baker’s Falls. Catch glimpses of the many endemic faunae that make their home in the plains. Get to know more about the archaeological finds that were discovered in the area.

1 Day in Ella

En-route to Ella, you will learn about the entire process of manufacturing Ceylon Tea starting from observing the tea pickers between the lush tea bushes. Then you can enjoy a scenic train ride from Nanu Oya Station which was built in 1885 up to Ella which offers you glimpses of some of the most picturesque highlands of Sri Lanka.

Tea Factory Visit

Learn how tea is manufactured in Sri Lanka. You can observe the tea pickers, locally known as ‘tea pluckers’ as they move between the lush green rows along the mountains with their large baskets.Thereafter you will be given a guided tour explaining fermentation, rolling, drying, cutting, sieving and the grading of tea. Finish with a tea tasting process and learn of the history, and why Ceylon Tea is considered among the best in the world.

Scenic Train Ride

The Nanu Oya to Ella train journey takes you on scenic ride through some of the most beautiful highland countryside areas in Sri Lanka. Watch the brilliant greens carpets of the tea plantations. See the picturesque villages with misty mountain backdrops pass by. Peer through drizzle and mist to look at the magical landscapes of Haputale. Enjoy the amazing sights of intimidating mountains, deep and dark woodlands, and magnificent waterfalls as they go by your windows.

1 Day in Udawalawe

Before heading to Udawalawe you will be exploring the beautiful city of Ella which is a location filled with various landscapes from including tea covered hills and rocky outcrops and thick forests. You can enjoy magical views of the Little Adam’s Peak, walk over the Nine Arches Bridge and also visit the Demodara Railway Station with its unique track design.

Ella

Explore Ella’s most interesting places. Pass through bright green tea fields, and tough stretches of rock, and get to see the magical views of Little Adam’s Peak. Walk over the history seeped Nine Arches Bridge and listen to the story of its construction. End your hike at the Demodara Railway station with its unique loop-over track design. This tour gives you the chance to see the best sights of Sri Lanka

3 Days in Bentota

Moving onto Bentota, you will enjoy an exhilarating three hour safari at the Udawalawe National Park which is a sanctuary for elephants and other endemic wildlife. Explore the old city of Galle and walk through the facades of the Galle Fort and its ramparts. You can enjoy a river boat safari through the mangroves and visit a turtle hatchery too

Udawalawa National Park

Enjoy a three-hour safari which would give you a chance to explore the amazing Udawalawe National Park. Travel through the marshes, forests and grasslands of the park that was created as a sanctuary for wildlife in the 1970s. See the water birds and Sri Lankan elephants for which the park is famed. Catch glimpses of the other mammals and birds, as well as the reptiles, amphibians and butterflies.

Old Colonial City of Galle

Discover the city of Galle, where the Portuguese and Dutch made their headquarters, and its secrets. Visit the Galle Fort which is one of the best preserved fortifications in Asia. View the Maritime Museum, Galle National Museum and the lighthouse. Walk through the cobblestoned streets with their Dutch names as you learn more about their histories.

Madu River Boat Safari

Go on a wonderful boat ride down the Madu River with its flourishing ecosystem. Pass through the secretive passages created by the mangroves. See the basking crocodiles and water monitors. Visit one of the small islands with its cinnamon harvesting natives. Enjoy the restorative qualities of the famous fish massage. Observe the waterbirds in their natural habitats.

Turtle Hatchery

Visit the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery on the Southwestern coast of Sri Lanka. Learn more about the five endangered sea turtle species that come to the shores of Sri Lanka to nest. Learn how the Kosgoda Turtle Care Program helps protect the nests until they hatch and increases the chances of survival for the babies. Get a chance to see, touch and feed baby turtles; or even injured adult turtles that the Turtle Hatchery cares for.