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A Sri Lankan Escape
Nature, Wildlife, Heritage

This trip mixes in a little bit of culture with unmatched experiences right in the lap of mother nature. Golden, palm-fringed beaches and crystal blue waters are in the offing on this island paradise - the perfect remedy for the soul.

Note: We encourage responsible tourism. Practice these guidelines while on a trip!

Accomdations

3* Hotel
4* Hotels
Budget Hotel

Service Level

Budget
Half Board
Upgraded

Transportation

Private

Food

Vegetarian
Non Veg

Age

Max 65 years

Difficulty

Easy

Fitness Guide

Basic fitness is required, for the trip involves short treks. The trip also includes swimming and scuba diving. Scuba diving is not recommended for people with breathing problems.

Who is this tour for?

Young Age Couple, Middle Age Couple , Family with Kids, Group of Singles, Mixed Group, Family & Friends
Tour Map

Tour Experience

Experience some of the best of this island paradise.

  • Hot air ballooning
  • Sigiriya Rock Fortress
  • Minneriya National Park
  • Rock trekking in Ella
  • Explore the Nine Arch Bridge
  • A visit to a sea turtle farm and hatchery for some insight into turtle rescue
  • Water Sports in Bentota
  • Scuba diving/Snorkelling
  • Local cuisine and local interaction

*The price displayed is for premium 3 star accommodation. Get in touch for an upgraded version of the same.

5N/ 6D

Departure: Any day

You will be doing:

Hiking
Trekking
Swimming
Surfing
Wild life spotting
Bird Watching
Photography
Soft Water Sports
Shopping
Local Interaction
Forest Safari
Snorkelling

You will be experiencing:

Nature
Culture
Wild Life
Architecture
World Heritage Site

Itinerary

1 Arrival

A representative awaits your arrival at Colombo International Airport. You then journey to Sigiriya and will be transferred to your hotel in. Get settled in and get some rest. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

  • Colombo International Airport
  • Sigiriya
180 km None
Sigiriya
Budget Hotel, 3* Hotel, 4* Hotels
Nature
Breakfast, Dinner

After an early breakfast, we head out to enjoy a lovely hot air balloon ride. Take in the stunning views from up above.

We then visit the magnificent Sigiriya Rock Fortress, an ancient fort and palace complex popularly called the Eighth Wonder of the World by the locals.

Our last activity for the day is a jeep safari at Minneriya National Park.

  • Sigiriya
  • Minneriya National Park
  • Sigiriya
40 km None
Sigiriya
Budget Hotel, 3* Hotel, 4* Hotels
Photography, Forest Safari, Wild life spotting, Bird Watching
Nature, Culture, Wild Life, World Heritage Site, Architecture
Breakfast, Dinner

After an early breakfast, we drive to the town of Ella, nestled amidst the beautiful, green hills of Sri Lanka.

Today's bound to be tiring, yet exciting for we have treks organised amidst this unmatched natural beauty. We trek up to Ella rock followed by another trek up to Little Adam's peak. We also explore the Nine Arch Bridge, either by train or by cycles!

  • Sigiriya
  • Ella
190 km 17 km
Ella
Budget Hotel, 3* Hotel, 4* Hotels
Hiking, Trekking
Nature, Architecture
Breakfast, Dinner

Today, post breakfast, we leave for Bentota via Kithulgala

En route, our first visit is to the Sea Turtle Farm and Hatchery. Get an insight into the work done by the volunteers concerning the rescue and conservation of the turtles.

The next activity for the day is a boat ride along the Mandu Ganga, a lagoon dotted with islands and mangrove forests. It is believed to be one of the last remaining bits of pristine mangrove forests in all of Sri Lanka.

You can spend the rest of the day at your leisure, walking through the neighbourhood, sunbathing and swimming at the beach...

  • Ella
  • Bentota
204 km None
Bentota
Budget Hotel, 3* Hotel, 4* Hotels
Photography, Local Interaction
Nature, Wild Life
Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast, we set of on a scuba diving/snorkelling expedition in the blue ocean waters, to discover the marine life of Sri Lanka.

The rest of the day has been allotted for watersports! Choose from an array of activities like, wind surfing, banana boat rides, jet skiing and more. Or settle for a leisurely swim in the warm ocean or some sunbathing on the sands.

  • Bentota
Bentota
Budget Hotel, 3* Hotel, 4* Hotels
Swimming, Surfing, Photography, Soft Water Sports, Snorkelling
Nature, Wild Life
Breakfast, Dinner

After one last breakfast, you will be dropped off at the Colombo International airport for your onward journey. If time permits, you can do some last minute shopping in Colombo, before your flight.

  • Bentota
  • Colombo International Airport
110 km None
Breakfast
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Other Details

Inclusions
  • Accommodation on a twin sharing basis with daily breakfast
  • All airport transfers as mentioned by private air conditioned vehicle
  • English speaking guides
  • Meals where mentioned
  • International flight tickets
  • Visa stamp fee for single entry
  • Early check in & Late check out
  • Drinks, other than water.
  • Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, drinks, cigarettes)
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Travel insurance
  • All Entrance fees
  • Quarantine expenses & PCR tests charges
  • Indian passport holders have visa on arrival facility
  • 1 INR = 2.53 lkr
  • Average temperature: 24-32* c
  • Visa: On arrival
  • VISA FEES : FOR INDIAN NATIONALS: $ 20 Per Applicant
  • Local Languages | Sinhala, Tamil, English
  • Don’t take photos with your back to Buddha
  • The local culture can be conservative - so dress appropriately
  • Always pack a sarong in your day pack
  • Always have cash on hand
  • Tipping isn’t really expected in Sri Lanka
  • The usual check-in and check-out timings are 2 pm and 12 pm respectively.

Here's a list of the prices of entrance tickets required during the trip -

  1. Sigiriya rock fortress - USD 15.00
  2. Minneriya national park – USD 35.00
  3. Ella trekking - USD 25.00
  4. Hot air ballooning - USD 185.00
  5. Snorkelling - USD 35.00
  6. Scuba diving (2 Dives) – USD 100.00 for the experienced / USD 120.00 for beginners
  7. Turtle hatchery - USD 05.00
  8. Mangrove boat ride - USD 06.00(If 2 pax 9$ per person)
  9. Water sport package (Tube ride + Banana boat + Jet ski) – 18 USD

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