Tour Program


Sri Lanka’s variety of mini climates, not only gives it a wealth of fauna and flora but also rugged terrain, high peaks, deep chasms, mountain gaps, high waterfalls and snaking rivers all ideal for eco, nature-adventures trekking trails for the enthusiast. If it's hiking/trekking trails or adventure you are interested in, Sri Lanka’s mist covered central mountains in offers marvelous opportunities. Trek through the nature of Horton plains, an environment characterized by forest patches, grasslands along with steep mountain passes if you are in Kandy the knuckles range wilderness area which will take your breath away literally speaks of adventure and nature.

Blessed with a wealth of lagoons, rivers, swamps most with interconnected canals offer the canoe/kayaking enthusiast endless opportunities to relax while enjoying nature, for the more adventurous or the ones who find canoeing too tame for their taste, why not go on a white water rafting adventure in Kitulgala. This part of the river is speckled with rapids from class 1 to 3.5 during the rainy season and with the exception of the very smallest kids, everyone can enjoy a ride of their life adorned with life jackets and other safety gear.


1

day

Airport, Negombo

Arrive at the Airport & warmly welcomed by Seelaan representative and then proceed to Negombo Overnight in Negombo.

2

day

Negombo, Dambulla, Sigiriya

Leave early to climb Sigiriya rock fortress and palace ruin, surrounded by the remains of an extensive network of gardens, reservoirs and other structures. A popular tourist destination, Sigiriya is also renowned for its ancient paintings (frescos), which are reminiscent of the Ajanta Caves of India. It is one of the seven World Heritage Sites of Sri Lanka. According to the chronicles as Mahavamsa the entire complex was built by King Kashyapa (AD 477 - 495), and after the king’s death, it was used as a Buddhist monastery until 14th century.

Guests should have fair fitness levels to be able to climb the Rock fortress. Minimum duration to ascend to the top is about one hour at a moderate pace.

Back to the hotel.

After lunch do a safari at Minneriya National Park Minneriya National Park. The extent of the Minneriya National Park is about 8,889 hectares. There are wet-lands in this National Park, which have international importance, animal and plant species, which are plenty in dry zone are found in this park. Wild elephants, various amphibians, local and immigrant bird species are plenty in this park. About 160 species of birds, 09 amphibians, 25 reptile species, 26 fish species and more than 78 butterfly species have been found in this area.

There are bamboo trees which are rare in other parks and wild elephants can be seen conveniently. The significant feature is that this is the only park where you could see these majestic animals in large herd. Overnight in Dambulla.

3

day

Kandy

Leave for Kandy the last capital of the Sri Lankan kings and is a World Heritage Site. Visit Spice Garden en-route, where you can see and learn about the spices that Sri Lanka is famous for. Sources dating as far back as 2600 BC inform us that the labourers who built the Great Pyramid of Cheops were fed spices to give them strength. Ancient Syrians are known for using cloves, and ancient Egyptian embalmers used cinnamon, which is originally a Sri Lankan plant.

Proceed to Kandy. The name "Kandy" conjures visions of splendor and magnificence. Many of the legends, traditions and folklore are still lovingly kept alive. Drive around the Kandy lake built by the last Sinhala king, Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe in 1798. Also visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy. Visit the Kandy town walk around the city and bazaar, the arts and crafts centre. Visit Temple of the Tooth.

Overnight in Kandy.

4

day

Kandy, Peradeniya

Visit the famous Peradeniya Botanical gardens which was first built as a pleasure garden by King Wickramabahu III a Sinhala king around the year 1371 and was expanded by the British. It is renowned for the collection of more than 300 varieties of Orchids, spices, medicinal plants and palms trees attach it is the National Herbarium. It also used during the Second World War by Lord Louis Mountbatten, the supreme commander of the allied forces in the South Asia as the headquarters of the South East Asia Command.

Overnight in Kandy.

5

day

Kandy, Nuwaraeliya

Proceed to Nuwara Eliya, en-route visit a Tea Factory and learn how the world famous Ceylon Tea is produced. (if time permits after the train ride) Nuwara Eliya meaning “City on the Plain”or City of Light” is situated in the central highlands of Sri Lanka with a picturesque landscape and temperate climate. Due to the high altitude, Nuwara Eliya has a much cooler climate. The town’s attractions include – Golf Course, Trout Streams, Victoria Park, Boating or fishing on lake Gregory.

Overnight in Nuwaraeliya.

6

day

Nuwaraeliya, Hortain Plains

Hortain Plains National park is located in the central highlands of Sri Lanka. The rich biodiversity of this place consists of various species, some of which are even endemic to this place. It is a very popular tourist destination in Sri Lanka, and the key attraction of this forest is the Worlds end which is basically a 3700 feet sheer drop from where you can get amazing view of teas estate located below and the distant southern coastline. The park is spread in over 10000 hectares, and is without any doubt one of the most well preserved national forest in the world. The Bakers waterfall and Slab rocks waterfall are also loved by the tourists who visit this forest. With so much to provide in terms of beauty and sights, Horton Plains is certainly a paradise for nature and wildlife lovers.

Overnight in Nuwaraeliya.

7

day

Nuwaraeliya, Ella

Catch the train to Ella for an unforgettable train ride through a most picturesque landscape. We will pick you from Ella station. Ella is a beautiful small village in Sri Lanka's hill country with little more than a handful of shops, hotels and guesthouses, but it has an almost perfect climate and occupies a very scenic vantage point, with views on a fine day stretching right across the South Coast of Sri Lanka. Visit Little Adam’s Peak.

Overnight stay in Ella.

8-9

day

Ella, Yala

Leave early for Yala. Check in at hotel. After a quick lunch leave hotel to do a safari at the Yala National Park which is the most visited and the second largest national park in Sri Lanka and Sri Lanka's most popular wild life safari destination. Popular for Leopards, Crocodiles, Wild elephants, Deer, Bear, Peacocks and may varieties of birds including migratory birds such as flamingos. The uniqueness of the park is it's many different habitat diversities such as dense jungles, lagoons and open park areas, a beautiful sea front and rocky outcrops.

Overnight in Yala.

10

day

Yala, Bentota

After breakfast proceed to Bentota.

Bentota and its breathtaking sandy beach pretty much transforms your dreams and visions of a tropical paradise into an everyday reality. This secluded crescent shaped beach is the perfect place to sit back, relax.

You may visit a turtle hatchery in Kosgoda.

This small sandy tropical beach boasts some of Sri Lanka’s best and most stunning sunsets and sunrises. Enjoy water sports in Bentota. Overnight in Bentota.

11

day

Bentota, Colombo

The commercial and financial capital of Sri Lanka, Colombo has a tropical climate and you can visit this place anytime of the year. Be prepared to get dazzled by the beauty and simplicity of this place as soon as you set your foot in the city. The world class museums and galleries in this city will help you get acquainted with the rich culture and heritage of Sri Lanka. Galle Face Green Promenade should also be on your list of visiting places in Colombo. If you want to have a memorable souvenir from Sri Lanka, you can buy handmade items with beautifully used colored fabrics.

12

day

Colombo, Departure

Leave hotel in time for the return flight.