The rich diversity in Sri Lanka has created the potential for many a experiences ranging from adventure to nature to culture to religion to food and much more. We are trying our best to curate these. Some of those are here and rest we could curate or design on request.

DIVING

Sri Lanka has many PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) approved site. The Sri Lankan waters are clear and rich in marine life. No wonder this has been a popular scuba diving and snorkeling place for years now. Arthur C Clarke the renowned author settled in Sri Lanka so that he could be closer to his passion of diving. He has also documented many discoveries like Taprobane Reefs in his books.
The PADI diving sites are widespread across the island right up in the North East at Trincomalee, Nilaveli to way down South at Batticaloa. And down in the South East at Galle, Hikkaduwa all the way up in the East coast near Colombo, Negombo and Kalpitiya.

NATURE & WILDLIFE

Sri Lanka is a treasure island indeed esp. in terms of flora and fauna – wildlife and birds that are protected across 22 national parks. These include two marine parks at Hikkaduwa and Pigeon Island. The most touristed are Yala, Uda Walawe, Horton Plains, Bundala, Minneriya and Kaudulla.
Our experiences are around the offbeat national parks – Anawilundawa sanctuary and Wilpattu national park in the form of Wildlife Safaris, Birding and even Conservation Projects (like Elephant orphanages).

TREKKING

The big outdoors in the small Sri Lanka provides great many trails for trekking. Trek to Adam’s peak is one such popular hike.

Adam’s Peak Trek

Adam’s Peak, also known as Sri Pada, is a 2,243m (7,359 ft) mountain in the central highland region of Sri Lanka.
For Sri Lankans, Sri Pada is an important pilgrimage site. The Buddhists claim the footprint mark is the left foot of Buddha. Hindus consider the footprint to belong to none other than Lord Shiva. Muslims & Christians believe it’s Adam’s first step after being exiled from the Garden of Eden.
The route is a mix of incline trekking and 5,000-6,000 crumbling stone steps. Takes most people 2-4 hours to summit based on fitness, crowds, and breaks. 1-2 hours to come back down.
The typical climb is started in the middle of the night so you can reach the peak for a breathtaking sunrise.

Trek Summary
Closest city: Dalhousie (Some climb from Ratnapura)
Difficulty: Easy-Moderate
Elevation: 2,243m (7,359 ft) at the peak. Gain nearly 1,000 meters (3,280ft)
Time Commitment: 5-7 hours
Cost: None
Altitude Sickness: Not a concern

CYCLING

Sri Lanka with its beautiful countryside, ancient cities, temples and monasteries, dazzling beaches and green forests is best seen in leisure. And what could be best than a bicycle that could fit right in with its huge network of roads, routes and tracks.

There are multiple tours you could do on a bicycle across many days. Some of these are:

1. History & Heritage trail (7 days/6 nights)
– Visit five of Sri Lanka’s UNESCO World Heritage sites while cycling through the rural tranquility of local life. This tour will enrich you with the history and heritage absorbed during our journey through central Sri Lanka.
2. Spice route (12 days/11 nights)
– Explore Sri Lanka – The smell of spices, ancient cities, cool highlands, tropical beaches, all await you on this paradise island.
And other trails on request.

ADVENTURE: River Rafting and Surfing

The picturesque Kelani river in Kithulgala is a popular white water river rafting destination. The typical distance of 5 km has 5 major rapids and 4 minor rapids. It is an exhilarating experience.
Arugam Bay is “the surfing capital of the world” Adventures from the tops of the mountains to the depths of the oceans

A must do for all adventure and non-adventure folks visiting Sri Lanka.

HISTORY & HERITAGE

With a history of over 3000 years, Sri Lanka has some of world’s ancient cities including Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Digamadulla; once glorious townships, palaces, temples, monasteries, hospitals and theaters intricately carved and modeled out of stone lay and abandoned and forgotten with time amidst the soaring jungles.

Anuradhapura is the most famous and exquisite of all. Sri Lanka’s third and the longest serving capital and one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world is also one of the most sacred cities of World Buddhists. It was the capital of Sri Lanka from the Fourth Century BC up to the turn of the eleventh Century and was one of the most stable and durable centers of political power and urban life in South Asia.

Sigiriya, a fifth century AD fortress and a water garden displays some of the most futuristic elements of landscaping and some of the oldest murals recorded in the country.

Polonnaruwa, the second most ancient kingdom of the country with sophisticated irrigation systems that are far superior and they still provide irrigation water to the farmers in and around Polonnaruwa. Digamadulla, the Eastern kingdom of Sri Lanka was the agricultural and spiritual capital of the country during the Anuradhapura kingdom.

Sri Lanka’s last kingdom the Kingdom of Kandy is a testament to the Sri Lankan’s ability to pick up and rise from ashes. After being burned and ravaged more than thrice by the invading Portuguese the Kandyan Kingdom still holds beautifully carved and built houses, palaces and temple preserved for nearly 500 years.

VOLUNTEERING
We can also arrange volunteering work in the villages nearby and various projects related to wildlife and conservation. All this to add to the authentic Sri Lankan flavor.

All these activities are summarised in the following sample itinerary that gives you an indication of where these take place.