Wildlife & Culture of Sri Lanka

On the way

Move from Colombo to Sigiriya situated at the core of the Cultural Triangle with a private vehicle and English talking driver direct. On the way, you will stop at Anuradhapura and Kaludiya Pokuna. In the first place, investigate the archeological site of Anuradhapura, the city of Kings. Relatively few spots on the planet can profess to have been ceaselessly possessed for more than two centuries. Indeed, even right up ’til the present time, the city of Anuradhapura is a consecrated journey site to many. You will get the opportunity to see the consecrated fig tree (Sri Maha Bodhi), said to have a branch, developed from the customary Sri Maha Bodhi in India, from which the Buddha acquired illumination. During your visit, you will likewise visit other city features including dagobas (Buddhist stupas) that remain as grand as they did during the rule of the Kings. Afterward, you will find the secret archeological site of Kaludiya Pokuna. Contingent upon the circumstance of the day, you may encounter priests who take a pledge of quietness and have the least connection with individuals. Set aside some effort to investigate at your recreation prior to proceeding to Sigiriya. This private visit incorporates an English-talking escort guide and extra charges.

It’s All Ancient History

Step back on schedule and find one of Sri Lanka’s royal gems as you investigate the magnificent stone fort of Sigiriya with your private guide. The site was the area of King Kashyapa whose objective was to fabricate an invulnerable stronghold and a glorious homestead inside it. After arriving at this striking characteristic miracle gladly taking off ludicrous Lankan open country, start the move of 1200 stages before you arrive at the top. On your way appreciate the celebrated Sigiriya frescoes portraying wasp-waisted curvaceous ladies bearing blossoms. Head to the close by Mirror Wall for a chance to see antiquated spray painting dating as far back as the 6th century. At the point when you arrive at the highest point of the Fortress, take in the most picturesque bird’s-eye perspective on the verdant emerald glades and towns underneath you. Start investigating the remnants of the constructions that once graced this territory; take as much time as is needed and appreciate one of the world’s best-safeguarded instances of old metropolitan arranging. Your Sigiriya disclosure takes around 1.5 to 3 hours, contingent upon the speed you wish to climb. Moving to the top might be arduous for certain voyagers, however, your prize is a life-changing encounter and shocking perspectives from the top. After the finish of your visit, you will be secretly moved back to your inn.

The Journey Continues…

Move from Sigiriya to Kandy with a private vehicle and your English-talking escort manage. In transit, you will visit the well-known Dambulla Rock Cave Temples. The cavern sanctuary complex that lies on a gigantic slope on the edge of the town is one of the eight UNESCO world legacy destinations in the country and is eminent for its interesting painting artistic creations and figures. The Cave Monastery, home to Buddhist priests, is covered with choice 2,000-year-old wall paintings portraying the existence of Buddha. Investigate this mysterious site joined by your guide and feel a nearby association with the developments that have flourished here throughout the long term. Make a point to take in the mind-blowing vistas of the encompassing open country. Upon the finish of your visit, you will be secretly moved to your lodging in Kandy.

Cinnamon, Cloves, Nutmeg, Cardamom, Pepper, and Turmeric; these names make one consider tasty food well as identify with the period of disclosure and to the 500 tempestuous years throughout the entire existence of Ceylon under the Portuguese, Dutch and British principle. The present outing to the credible neighborhood markets will furnish you with a veritable and remunerating Sri Lankan experience. The flavor choice is first class, and with the assistance of your guide, you can follow through at a reasonable cost. For the swashbucklers and admirers of neighborhood food, make a stop inside the market at the Midlands Café, a prominent exemplary famous for its portions of bread served close by heavenly curries and joined by a solid cup of Ceylon tea. Prior to leaving the market make certain to peruse the wide exhibit of colorful organic products; a neighborhood most loved is the wood apple with its aged smell, blended in with tamarind. Likewise search for jack natural product, rambutan, mangosteen, and some more, including great, newly picked bananas. Your visit finishes up with a private exchange back to your convenience.

City Streets and Tasty Treats

Kandy has a place with the texture of legends. While Sri Lanka was under Portuguese and Dutch principles, the Kings of Kandy stayed disobedient and free. It was a lot later during the British standard that Kandy at long last tumbled to the greatest realm on the planet. Joined by your private driver direct, adventure off into the roads of Kandy, encountering its rich culture and investigating the energetic neighborhood markets. Today Kandy has developed into a sizeable city that actually holds dashes of its provincial history in structures like the Queen’s Hotel, a lovely nineteenth-century neoclassical magnificence. Meander around Kandy Lake and the town’s characterful areas and figure out this superb spot. Proceed to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic which is, undoubtedly, the city’s greatest pride and one of the world’s holiest Buddhist sanctuaries. Head inside this strict complex and feel in the wonder of its otherworldly attraction. Upon the finish of your visit, you will be secretly moved to your lodging.

The Royal Bar is a Kandy establishment. In the event that you love conventional bars, don’t pass up this work of art! Local people incessant the foundation for its acclaimed zesty deviled chicken. Situated in the open porch while the evening brings through new Kandyan breezes, serenity wins. It is an extraordinary spot for several brews and attempts some Sri Lankan-style tapas. A mainstream decision is chickpeas and deviled chicken, notwithstanding, on the off chance that you incline toward something that isn’t exceptionally zesty, consider the exemplary British style fried fish and French fries. Those bolder should arrange a fix of arrack, the neighborhood ’rocket fuel.’ Its sweet flavor can be misleading, the beverage is incredible yet combines consummately with fiery dishes. Please note: Drinks are excluded and are to be paid for on location.

A Change of Scenery

A private vehicle with an English-talking escort guide will give an exchange among Kandy and Gal Oya. The inexact travel time is three hours and 30 minutes.

Lady Oya Lodge is close to one of the final networks of the Vedda public, the woods staying, native individuals of Sri  Lanka. Today, the town Chief will go for you on a stroll through the wildernesses of his precursors. Find and find out about nearby nature as he brings the woodland alive by clarifying his clan’s utilization of therapeutic plants, old chasing grounds, and cavern homes while giving a captivating understanding of how the tracker finders lived in the wildernesses of Gal Oya.

Adventure into the Outdoors

Lady Oya National Park is one of Sri Lanka’s unseen common fortunes. Inside the recreation center exist crowds of elephants, wild hog, four types of deer, jackals, sloth bears, swamp mugger crocodiles, and a variety of uncommon colorful birds. Set out by jeep, with a specialist naturalist, and ride into the failed to remember Nilgala part of the recreation center when ensured by old sovereignty for the plentiful therapeutic plants and endemic birdlife in this remarkable biological system. You can likewise encounter the safari by foot or climb through the recreation center with a specialist naturalist. This alternative offers an opportunity to see natural life truly close up and investigate the secret corners of the recreation center. Extra charges and tidbits are incorporated.

Today, with your guide, appreciate an interesting chance to notice the neighborhood’s natural life from the shocking Gal Oya Lake, including crocodiles, deer, elephants, and numerous uncommon and endemic types of birds. This experience is the just one in Sri Lanka that empowers you to spot untamed life from the water and to get further into the creatures’ environments. You might be adequately fortunate to see the elephants swimming between islands or washing at the lake’s edge. Remember a cap and sunscreen as the sun can be solid! Extra charges are incorporated.

A Dazzling Drive

A private vehicle with an English-talking escort guide will give exchange from Gal Oya National Park to Yala National Park. The approximate travel time is three hours.

This evening, set out on a wilderness safari with an accomplished untamed life manager at the Yala National Park. Your natural life guide will acquaint you with the verdure of the untamed Sri Lankan wilderness.

NOTE: PROGRAMS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.

Unwind and Recharge

Today, join a wilderness walk drove by the accomplished untamed life guides at the Kulu Yala camp and set out to investigate the wealth of the Yala National Park. The path gives an uncommon chance to master fascinating tips on the specialty of following, creature conduct, and offers an extraordinary viewpoint for birding just as photography. Key natural life attractions incorporate panther, sloth bear, Asian elephant, spotted deer, sambar deer, and a variety of birdlife.

Kayaks are additionally given at your camp with the goal that you can get out on the water for several hours of activity, and experience an alternate point of view of nature at Yala.

Supported by Nature

Set out on an early morning drive with an accomplished natural life manager at the Yala National Park, expecting creature sightings. This is the best ideal opportunity to catch some stunning photos with the accessible normal light. Keep your camera prepared!

NOTE: PROGRAMS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.

A private vehicle with an English-talking escort guide will give exchange from Yala National Park to Galle. The estimated travel time is four hours.

A Walk Through the Past

There are places that really catch the creative mind of voyagers, and the charming seaside town of Galle is one of them. This port city in southern Sri Lanka is one of the island’s ’must-see’ stops, and its Old Town and Fortifications have procured it the UNESCO World Heritage Site acknowledgment. This evening, appreciate a private strolling visit joined by a nearby guide and find the genuine essence of Galle. The dividers that envelope the fortification have kept the downtown shielded from long periods of disturbance and triumph, making Galle into a combination of the nation’s set of experiences. From Muslim diamond merchants and Portuguese travelers to canny Dutch privateers – and we should not fail to remember the English – they all made the city their home eventually ever. Take in Galle’s extraordinary air as you walk around the noteworthy town with your guide. Feel as though you have been moved back on schedule as you stop by Galle’s enchanting shops and respect its delightfully reestablished provincial houses.

Appreciate a true involvement in Mother Washanti as she gets ready for novel and heavenly curries. Watch her arrangements and enjoy an intriguing time with her and her better half, Father Sam, as he shares fascinating tales about his experience with regards to New York as a cabbie. After you have relished her superb food and loose for some time longer, Father Sam and Mother Washanti will have caused you to feel like you are important for another family. Private exchanges are incorporated.

Bon Voyage

A private vehicle with an English-talking driver-guide will give an exchange between Galle and the International Airport in Colombo. The approximate travel time is two hours and 45 minutes.