Sustainable Sri Lanka

15 Days / 14 Nights

Day

01

Warm welcome at Bandaranaike International Airport / transfer to Anamaduwa /Overnight stay in Anamaduwa

When you get to Bandaranaike International Airport, someone will receive you and transport you to your eco-friendly hotel in Anamaduwa. Learn about eco-friendly travel in Sri Lanka and get adjusted to your new home. Spend the night in Anamaduwa.

Day

02

Bird-watching trail / kayaking / cycling through picturesque village / cooking class over an open fire / Overnight stay in Anamaduwa

Spend a day enjoying nature and the local culture by going birdwatching, kayaking on tranquil canals, and riding through charming villages. To learn about the local cuisine culture, join a traditional cooking class over an open fire. Spend the night in Anamaduwa.

Day

03

Dambulla Cave Temple Visit /Overnight stay in Quaint Habarana

The Dambulla Cave Temple in Habarana is a UNESCO World Heritage site featuring antique murals and statues of the Buddha. Get lost in hundreds of years of spiritual and cultural heritage. Spend the night in Habarana.

Day

04

Sigiriya Rock Fortress / herbal foot massage /jeep safari in Minneriya National Park /Overnight stay in Habarana

Climb the magnificent Sigiriya Rock Fortress and enjoy its beautiful water gardens and old frescoes. Have a herbal foot massage before heading on a vehicle safari in Minneriya National Park in the afternoon to see wild elephants and other animals. Stay in Habarana for the night.

Day

05

Nalanda Gedige / Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy / Overnight stay in Pleasant Digana

Visit Nalanda Gedige, a temple that is unlike any other because it combines Hindu and Buddhist forms of architecture. Go to Kandy to see the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic, which is important to both religion and culture. Spend the night at Digana.

Day

06

Knuckles Mountain Range Hike / Overnight stay in Digana

The Knuckles Mountain Range Take a hike across the picturesque Knuckles Mountain Range, which is a biosphere reserve for UNESCO. You’ll witness mountains that are covered in mist, vegetation that are unlike any other, and wide-open views. Join a guided walk in the forest to connect with nature and the area around you. Spend the night at Digana.

Day

07

Village Life Experience in Digana /swim in a hidden jungle waterfall / traditional cooking lesson followed by dinner /Overnight stay in Pleasant Digana

To get a sense of true village life, learn how to cook like a local and do cultural activities in Digana. Go for a swim in a secret waterfall in the jungle, then have a private dinner with the cuisine you produced yourself. Stay overnight in Digana.

Day

08

Gal Oya / Overnight stay in Untouched Gal Oya

Visit Gal Oya’s untouched wilderness, which is known for its faraway beauty and eco-lodges. Spend some time in nature to unwind and be ready for the animal and cultural activities you’ll have the next day. Spend the night in Gal Oya.

Day

09

Boat safari in Gal Oya / Visit Indigenous Vedda village / Overnight stay in Gal Oya

Boat safari on Gal Oya and visit to Vedda Village, home of the indigenous people
Take a boat safari on Gal Oya Lake and look for elephants, waterbirds, and other creatures along the riverbanks. You can learn about Sri Lanka’s early inhabitants and how they lived in a way that was good for the environment by going to a Vedda village. Spend the night in Gal Oya.

Day

10

Transfer to Koslanda /nature walk to explore the surroundings / Overnight stay in Enchanting Koslanda

Take a trip to Koslanda in the hills and go on a guided nature walk through tea plantations, woods, and beautiful landscape. Learn more about the plants and animals in the area and how they are being kept safe. Staying at Koslanda for the night.

Day

11

Leisure Time in Koslanda / Overnight stay in Enchanting Koslanda

You get a day off to relax, reflect, or do more things like birdwatching, visiting nearby villages, or going on further nature treks. Get lost in the calm of the highlands. Stay at Koslanda for the night.

Day

12

Transfer to Yala / Afternoon Safari / Overnight stay in Exhilarating Yala

You get a day off to relax, reflect, or do more things like birdwatching, visiting nearby villages, or going on further nature treks. Get lost in the calm of the highlands. Stay at Koslanda for the night.

Day

13

Yala to Sinharaja Transfer to Sinharaja / night trail with a naturalist / Overnight stay in the Wilderness of Sinharaja

The Sinharaja Rainforest is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Sri Lanka’s most biodiverse area. Go on a night hike with a naturalist to view animals that come out at night and hear the beautiful sounds of the jungle. You can spend the night in the Sinharaja wilderness.

Day

14

Main nature trail in Sinharaja Rainforest /Transfer to Bentota / Overnight stay in Sandy Bentota

Start on the main nature trail in Sinharaja, where you can view and hear about flora and creatures that are only found in this area and how people are trying to protect them. After that, head to Bentota for a nice beach vacation. Spend the night at Bentota

Day

15

Transfer to Colombo, Departure

After breakfast, head to Colombo to leave. End your eco-friendly journey to Sri Lanka with memories that will last of animals, nature, culture, and activities that are good for the environment

Inclusions

  • Private airport transfers and all ground transportation in air-conditioned vehicles throughout the tour.
  • Accommodation for 14 nights in eco-friendly lodges and hotels with daily breakfast and dinner.
  • Entrance fees to wildlife parks, cultural sites, and UNESCO heritage sites, plus guided nature walks, safaris, and cultural experiences.
  • Services of an English-speaking guide/naturalist for all activities.

Exclusions

  • International airfare, visa fees, and travel insurance.
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary, optional activities, and personal expenses like tips, beverages, and shopping.
  • Camera or video permits at wildlife and heritage sites.
  • Expenses due to unforeseen circumstances beyond the operator’s control.
  • Lunch