Question 1

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COLOMBO MORNING RIDE
Day 1 (--)
Picked up from your hotel in Colombo by 9.30am to depart for a full day of it by getting an early start! Watch and enjoy as majestic Colombo opens up to and the teaming streets burst with busy markets trading textiles, spices, crafts and local food. See all the action Colombo has to offer as the locals begin their working days with beaming smiles, traffic, and blissful organized chaos ! Transfer return back to your hotel around 1.00pm
 
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COLOMBO SUNSET RIDE
Day 1 (--)
Picked up from your hotel in Colombo by 3.30pm to come and join us to feel the hustle and bustle of an afternoon in old Colombo town as it rolls into sunset. Cruise the city streets while watching the sun lower over the Indian ocean and enjoy the chaos as the 9 to 5 workday winds down and the city lights come alive for yet another evening of buzzing activity. Transfer return back to your hotel around 7.00pm

Question 2

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Accommodation
As most itinerary proposed, you won't have choice of properties design/service prestation/quality & level (from Guesthouse to 5* boutique/nature retreat/camp) during your stay. For this adventure trip only few nights will be fixed as no other property exist in the area, apart of that please let us know your desire of property type you wish to experience and your budget and we will add this expectation to this originate itinerary.
 
Sinharaja Rainforest Lodge - Belong to you to let us know the property category you desire to live in (from guesthouse to boutique 5*)
 
Bush Camp Site - Belong to you to let us know the property category you desire to live in (from Glamping 3* to 5*)
 
Downsouth Beach Retreat - Belong to you to let us know the property category you desire to live in (from Beach Retreat 2* to Private Villa 5*)

Question 3

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Day 1
Morning Beach Safari
Start your day by getting coastal with us! The morning time, is typically when things are cooler and the ocean winds are calm.  We will be taking you to find some hidden coastal gems, cultural and secrete local places, south coast food and drinks stops! What better way to start the day than to be cruising in your convertible tuk tuk down the southern coastal roads of Sri Lanka with palm trees one side and beautiful beaches on the other.
 
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Sunset Beach Safari
Watching the sunset over the Indian Ocean in the southern provinces of Sri Lanka is one of the most picturesque experiences to have on the island. End you day on the south coast with a blast!  We pick you up in afternoon, cruising about to totally unique beachside locations, enjoying local food, drinks and cultural treasures and finish things up at one of our amazing coastal sunset locations!

Question 4

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The property
Gileemale Walawwa originates back to the 18th century during the Kotte reign. This was bestowed upon the ancestors of the family who own it to cater to the King and family and the other dignitaries whenever King or other dignitaries visited Adams Peak. The original part of the house was built in the 18th century and the front portion was built in 1911.
The name of the Gileemale Village originated from the act where the people in the village made a large bonfire (Ginimale’) at the beginning and at the end of the Adams peak season to pass the message to the King.
 
The Gileemale village is a hamlet away from the hustle and bustle of the city and away from main roads surrounded by nature and two rivers it is actually sitting on a delta. One of the rivers flow adjacent to the house and the River Kalu is 500 meters away from the front of the house. 350 meters away from the house to the right is a Temple dating back to the 17th century. The village livelihood is Small scale tea plantations, Rubber plantations and paddy. Traditional gem pits are in abundance.
 
Staying at The Gileemale is a fantastic step back in time within one of the most authentic Colonial Mansion set up at the feet of one of the Western Gate of The Famous Adam's Peak. Come, learn and work with its villagers on multiple forms of local agriculture as Tea Pucking/Rubber Collection/Cinammon pick up all in having the most simple way of life, where time goes with the light.
 
Accommodation
The Walawwa comprises of 8 spacious bedrooms. The other areas include a large front verandah , Two spacious halls upstairs and down stairs , Large balcony overlooking the inner court yard (Meda Midula). Down stairs at the back portion of the house comprises a paved inner court yard (Meda Midula) with a spacious terrace round. The land extent is 18 acres round the House. The antique furniture includes 4 poster beds in every room, Ebony couches chairs, old plates, a dining tables for 18 etc.
 
Cuisine
Much of the produce is sourced from our own organic farm, with other ingredients purchased locally from farmers or from the market in town. All Sri Lankan meals are included in the price. If you have any special requests we will always try to accommodate them. You can also learn how to cook any of your favourite dishes in our complimentary cooking classes.
 
Heaven for vegetarian and organic lovers as all sources will come from the farm and will be collected daily following the exact need for each of you. Other ingredients will be purchased locally from farmers or from the market in town.
All meals are included in the price.
If you have any special requests we will always try to accommodate them. You can also learn how to cook any of your favourite dishes in our complimentary cooking classes.
Special, non-spicy, dishes can be prepared for children. Similarly, we will always do our best to prepare meals accordingly for people with special diet requirements or allergies.
 
Facilities & Services
You will be gather by multiple activities as joining some yoga session by the river side offering the freshness spirit to evolve with the nature surrounding, visit & experience the Herb Garden-Agri & Organic Farm, lose y9urself into the countryside and village roads around Gilemalee. Grab a Kayak or a Canoe and ventrue yourself on the river and embrace yourself with calm of the element. For the Birders, come and join us here, it is a birding paradise due to its altitude and surround which offer nest, food for endemic and resident birds, best time to spot them will be early morning and evening time.
Meals are served either in the patio, ground or first floor terrasse.
 
Guide
Local Guides come from the village with a few members from slightly further afield.
The Gilemale is committed to the principles of responsible, community-based tourism. The project aims to create as much local employment as well as to keep continue local agricultures through retaining largely traditional processes

Question 5

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Accommodation
The Mudhouse / 4*Rustic Seclusive - 
 
Spread throughout a large expanse of forest on the outskirts of a small village in Sri Lanka lies The Mudhouse – a private and seductive retreat, far away from the beaten track.Flanked by lakes and blessed with abundant birdlife, wildlife and natural beauty, The Mudhouse offers a range of rustic accommodation in private and individually designed huts.Run with environmental sustainability as its core focus, The Mudhouse aims to be a positive force for the people and nature with whom we co-exist.Fun and friendly, this laid-back lodge offers a unique chance to experience rural Sri Lankan life in all its colourful splendour.
Clusters of uniquely designed huts spread throughout a large expanse of forest land. All huts are constructed with natural materials, using ancient techniques with a distinctly modern twist.Each structure is designed with comfort and relaxation in mind. Whilst all the individual layouts differ, the facilities are essentially the same.All huts have outdoor showers, indoor bathrooms, dining & lounge areas and relaxation spaces adorned with hammocks and mats – all designed in a style that benefits the overall aesthetic and ‘back-to-nature’ theme.There is no mains electricity in the guest areas. Lighting at night is provided by plentiful candles and lanterns as well as subtle, solar powered LED lighting. The local village was connected to the national grid in 2012 and we now have power in the office for charging phones, cameras, ipads or whatever other gadgets you bring.Staying at The Mudhouse is a little like stepping back in time to your own village in the jungle and to a more simple way of life, where things move at your pace.
Much of the produce is sourced from our own organic farm, with other ingredients purchased locally from farmers or from the market in town. Traditional Sri Lankan meals are prepared the traditional way, using clay pots and firewood. Rice and curry is the staple of the country and we offer a huge variety of dishes at any given time.There is no menu as such – meals are prepared according to what is in season and most fresh. We don’t tend to serve much meat as we find it hard to source quality produce locally. Fish, however, is a different story. Being surrounded by lakes and only 30 km from the coast, there is a range of sea and fresh water fish available throughout the year.Vegetarians will be happy here and a wide selection of grains, pulses, seeds, vegetables and fruits are prepared daily – many in ways you may not have come across previously.
 
The Palmyrah House / 3/4* Contemporary Retreat - 
 
Palmyrah House is situated in the approximate center of Mannar Island, with easy access to any place on the isle. We offer comfortable rooms, delicious food, a swimming pool, traditional well bath, recreational area, gym, library, bar, restaurant and some sightseeing bicycle ride around the safe, clean Mannar Island. Palmyrah House covers 35 acres, hosting fourteen rooms, all manned by our friendly and local staff which has been trained daily and carefully by Udaya (The resident manager and its team). By their genuine personalities, the entire team of The Palmyrah House will take good care of every of your need.
Set of fourteen rooms, all elegantly furnished for maximum comfort dispatch between 4 Superior Rooms (1-2 pax), 8 Deluxe Rooms (1-3 pax), 2 Suite Rooms (2-4 pax). Naturally all rooms are air conditioned, with their own private deck, adjoining bathrooms with hot-and-cold showers and having access to Wi-Fi. One of the guest building houses six bedrooms, with two on the upper deck and four on the lower deck. In addition, there are four chalets, with two rooms each as well as adequate housing for the staff.
All meals are provided and dishes can be tailor-made to your tastes with a little prior notice. However, we do recommended that our visitors try our acclaimed local menu. Meals can be taken either at the restaurant (capable of seating 40 people), or at your own private deck. The food is prepared from the freshest ingredients from each day's ocean bounty as well as the best organic produce from Totum Farms. Guests should also try our homemade palmyrah jaggery and chili paste
Everyone of you need to stay refreshed, whether it be swimming pools, traditional well baths or trips to the beach. Enjoy our delicious local cuisine, made from the freshest local ingredients of land and sea. Burn off those calories at our gym, or take a sightseeing bicycle ride around the safe, clean roads of Mannar Island. 
 
Jefwing Jaffna / 3/4* Modern Jaffna Feel -
 
Rising above the colourful city, Jetwing Jaffna is your gateway to Sri Lanka’s undiscovered northern province.
This stunning seven storey building offers a panoramic view of Jaffna and its surroundings. Combining traditional Sri Lankan & South Indian feel hospitality with impeccable service in the heart of Jaffna. Every one of our 55 deluxe rooms, walls adorned with traditional art not only tell stories of this region’s history, but also complement our furnishings of rustic northern colours – creating a distinctly modern living space for your absolute comfort. And with the added benefit of being one of the tallest hotels in Jaffna, your private balcony is arguably the best viewpoint on the peninsula – with panoramic views of the city, lagoon, and lands beyond.
Of our 55 Deluxe Rooms are available in double or twin configurations, five of which are interconnecting and three which are specially equipped for the differently abled. 
Home to a revered regional cuisine prides itself on distinctive seafood specialties among several other delights. Crab, cuttlefish, and prawn are staples of all Jaffna restaurants, and have inspired our signature menu in our Main Restaurant filled with an assortment of edible northern wonders and global favourites to suit every palate.

Question 6

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The property
Home stay opens doors to experience day to day lives of the locals in the comfort of their own homes. Most visitors break time between visiting sites of natural importance to helping children at school or involving with women’s group activities while on holiday.
The north of SL is predominantly headed by single women or parent; later being the collateral damage of war; thus such income generated form home stays or tours guided by locals is a huge plus to their struggling economy.
 
Accommodation
Basic-range mobile tent type self setup – all basic camping bedding including (floor mat), with outdoor shower & toilet. If you like, you could bring your own sleep sheet
 
Cuisine
Camping cooking style around bond fire – vegetarian and special diets catered for.
 
Facilities & Services
Camping outdoor bathroom and shower, electricity 6:00 PM-midnight via generator and low voltage LED solar lights bulb, camping outdoor kitchen
 
Guides
You will be accompanied by experienced river canoe guides accompany with an support backup draft (bringing all camping equipment & foods)

Question 7

1 - Upon Arrival in Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport

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After collecting your luggage, you will reach the arrival hall where all money changer will appear first, (if you want to make change for the whole trip, it will be the best time - All money changer operators set the same change exchange rates). Pass the money changer counter, look well on the left, all guides/drivers will be awaiting for their clients, please open your eyes your driver/guide will be there with your name on it. If you need any assistance upon arrival, your guide or driver will be happy to help.
 
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport is located around 10KM south of Negombo (Beach Station), perfect place to spend your first night especially if your flight arrival in the middle of the night

Question 8

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The property
Knuckles are rugged massif littered with over 33 spectacular peaks rising over 4000 - 6000 feet above sea level that encapsulate a very unique eco system. The cluster of villagers that adorns the valley has blend into a lifestyle that one must say a league of their own.
We operate 2 home stays; one in the valley bottom which is a living village with full on daily activities and the other on the hillside 3.5 miles away middle of the biosphere reserve which had been a living village up until 2007.
Sparsely populated the locals still live a very traditional life styles eking a living out of the forest. Some being rice farmers and others herdsman, the wondering lot are aces when it comes to finding numerous trails where they run daily errands of course.
 
Accommodation
Homestay guestroom (1-3 pax) . There’s a kitchen, the hosted couple’s bedroom – which doubles as storage space – a narrow corridor, and a small but comfortable guestroom, simply furnished with a bed, chair, candles and a trunkful of books. There are no facilities, no electricity and candles and a kerosene lamp provide the only light at night.
 
Cuisine
Only fresh grows vegetables from the backyard will be genuinely traditionally Sri Lankan home-cooked
Special, non-spicy, dishes can be prepared for children. Similarly, we can prepare simple meals accordingly for people with special diet requirements or allergies.
 
Facilities & Services
No facilities will be provided as you are far remote, on the hindsight can be for the laid back chill out sort; to wound up reading a book, enjoy home cooked meal and go for dip in the nearby stream. If you curry a favor with the local could even end up downing few gulps of toddy; the potent drink of the fish tail palm.
Seeding season and harvesting in particular are very interesting times in the village to visit (Nov –Jan & May – July). The community will be very happy to welcome visitors during this period. A helping hand goes a long way!
 
Guides
Our experienced trekking guide will bring you along during this 3 days, as well as the local farmers will be our guides & hosts.

Question 9

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Day 1
By 5:30am or 4pm, we will pick you up to take the direction of un-famous un-crowed Pidurangal Rock. Make sure you bring a sarong or scarf, as you’ll need to cover your shoulders when you walk through the temple ground.
Start the steady fairly ascent hike, walking next to a steep rock wall. There are some stairs and large boulders to step across until you get to a few remnants left of the Royal Cave Temple, including the remains of a few monastic structures. The main feature is the reclining Buddha statue, sheltered by a protruding rock. It’s half reconstructed in brick, though much of the original statue is still there. Pass other this giant reclining Buddha statue, the hike gets a little bit tricky. While there isn’t too much more hiking to go, there are massive boulders blocking the way up the path. The “path” essentially continues beyond the boulders and up to the top of Pidurangala Rock. It’s best to climb these with a buddy. You can help each other up and around the rocks. Arrival at the top, take the time to see some of the most astonishing 360 degrees sceneries Sri Lanka offer.  After our descent, we will depart for our next destination

Question 10

Upon arrival at Colombo Bandaraneike International Airport

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After collecting your luggage, you will reach the arrival hall where all money changer will appear first, (if you want to make change for the whole trip, it will be the best time - All money changer operators set the same change exchange rates). Pass the money changer counter, look well on the left, all guides/drivers will be awaiting for their clients, please open your eyes your driver/guide will be there with your name on it. If you need any assistance upon arrival, your guide or driver will be happy to help.
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport is located around 10KM south of Negombo (Beach Station), perfect place to spend your first night especially if your flight arrival in the middle of the night

Question 11

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The property
The Kitecamp is located in the fishing village of Kandakuliya in Kalpitiya, north west part of Sri Lanka, set up in a coconut estate with a beautiful exotical garden. It has 19 bungalows with a private bathroom and toilet, one 3-bedrooms Villa with 2 bathrooms, and 13 deluxe tents with a common bathroom.
The setting is amazing, surrounded by the lagoon and faces the Indian Ocean. In the camp, you’ll find privacy, tranquillity, beauty. All the food is homemade and international. Vegetarians to carnivore will be happy with the varied choice in our daily menu. It will be our pleasure to welcome you in our little paradise.
 
Accommodation
Family Bungalow (3-8 pax) 4 accommodations options for family or group of friends to live and experience kitecamp atmosphere and feeling. You will love it
 
Lagoon Bungalow (2-4 pax) Enjoy the beauty of the mangroves and the beach from your terrace. Lagoon view bungalows have in house or outdoor private bathroom and toilets
 
Garden Bungalow (2-6 pax) The tranquility of the garden view bungalows is ideal for nature lovers with a direct view on our tropical garden. Private outdoor bathroom and toilet, surrounded by plants.
 
Deluxe Tent (1-4 pax) The tents are set in the middle of our tropical garden. Big and comfortable with a common washroom, they come with everything needed.
 
Peak period bookings will incur Peak Season charges : 1 May – 31 Oct & 01 Dec- 31 Mar
 
Cuisine
Fresh produces all year, local fruits, vegetables and fresh seafood caught by the fishermen front the Kite camp. Our chef from Sri Lanka mixes subtly Sri Lankan cooking like Rice & Curry, Hoppers and Kottu as well as French specialties such as Roast Chicken, Filet Beef Marinade and many others international specialties.  Did we forget to mention our desserts!
Buffet style will be serve during each meal, with possibility to opt for “A la carte” option dining
KSL Bar will offer you a panel of alcoholic & non alcoholic beverage and some almost “presque”perfect original espresso, many more.
 
Facilities & Services
Both for kiters and non-kiters… We are more than a kite camp is a great place for chilling, even if your mind is not set on riding… If you don’t kite, if you’re tired, or if you have kids, try our free bees: Stand Up Paddle, Kayak, Wakeboard, Volleyball, Bike, Slack line, pétanque, Dart game, Board games…During low season or if we don’t have wind we organize wakeboarding session…
 
Guides
Ensure that you will get a pre-course manual to help speed up the learning process. Upon completion, students will get their IKO Kiteboarder Cards which enabled them to rent and use kitesurfing gear anywhere in the world. Options to purchase Kiteboarder manuals are also available.

Question 12

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Accommodation
As most itinerary proposed, you won't have choice of properties design/service prestation/quality & level (from Guesthouse to 5* boutique/nature retreat/camp) during your stay. For this adventure trip only few nights will be fixed as no other property exist in the area, apart of that please let us know your desire of property type you wish to experience and your budget and we will add this expectation to this originate itinerary.
Sinharaja Rainforest Lodge - Belong to you to let us know the property category you desire to live in (from guesthouse to boutique 5*)
Bush Camp Site - Belong to you to let us know the property category you desire to live in (from Glamping 2* to 5*)
Downsouth Beach Retreat - Belong to you to let us know the property category you desire to live in (from Beach Retreat 2* to Private Villa 5*)

Question 13

What about the climate?

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The weather in Sri Lanka’s is rather complicated for such a small country, due to the fact that the island is affected by two separate monsoons. Though this also means that there is usually good weather somewhere on the island, at most times of the year. When thinking about the best time to visit Sri Lanka, it’s worth bearing in mind that the basic pattern for weather in Sri Lanka as described below can vary significantly from year to year, and that global warming has disrupted these already complex weather patterns.
What about the basic rainfall pattern across the island 
The main southwest “yala” monsoon brings rain to the west and southwest coasts and hill country from April/May to September (wettest from April to June). The less severe northeast “maha” monsoon hits the east coast from November to March (wettest from November to December); there’s also a inter-monsoonal period of unsettled weather preceding the Maha monsoon in October and November during which heavy rainfall and thunderstorms can occur anywhere across the island. In practical terms, this means that the best time to visit Sri Lanka if you’re heading to the west and south coasts and hill country is from December to March, while the best weather on the east coast is from April/May to September, without forgotten the northern part is from January from October.
What kind of the temperature & humidity you could experience during your stay?
The country’s position close to the Equator means that at least one aspect of the weather in Sri Lanka, the temperature, remains fairly constant year-round. Coastal and lowland areas enjoy average daytime temperatures of around 26–30°C (often climbing up well into the 35°Cs during the hottest part of the day). Temperatures decrease with altitude, reducing to a temperate and a pleasantly mild 14–22°C in Hill Country and the highest parts of the island – nights in the hills can be quite chilly, with temperatures sometimes falling close to freezing. Humidity is high everywhere, rising to a sweltering 90% at times in the southwest, and averaging 60 to 80% across the rest of the island. The northern part remain one of the dryest part of Sri Lanka could make you feel 45°C when it is 35°C.
To say, you can currently travel Sri Lanka all year long, we will work out your itinerary following the season in keeping the whole experience exactly the way you desire

Question 14

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The property
Smartly designed to minimize the carbon footprint at the south part of Kalpitiya. All villas are adapting efficient insulation concepts, capturing the fresh sea breeze for inside cooling and together with the use of indigenous construction materials like coconut leaves, local wood and concrete, they considerably contribute to the green holiday concept with the implementation of a systematic waste recycling and beach cleaning scheme and thus contribute to the social and environmental sustainability. Dreamy surrounded offering almost a private lagoon at only few meter away from the restaurant and from where the infinity pool offer a superb view on the beach and lagoon
Accommodation
Round or Rectangular Villa (Single/Double/Triple), Cabana (Single/Double/Triple). Note that all of the villas are equipped with fans only (no air-conditioning policy). Temperatures by the beachside cools down a bit during the evenings with constant wind blowing
Peak period bookings will incur Peak Season charges : 11 Jan-31 Mar / 1 May – 14 Oct / 21 Dec – 10 Jan
Cuisine
Sri Lankan cuisine as well as Western, fusion cuisine, can cater to special requests. If you are looking for vegetarian or vegan options, talk to us, and we’ll arrange everything you need.
On our own land, we organically grow our fruit, vegetable, herbs and of course coconut. So our vegetable, fruit and coconut are as fresh as you can get it. Right from the garden to your plate.
The buffet style dining experience allows guests to mingle with each other and our staff, and make new friends.
Facilities & Services
Surrounded by long sandbanks, tropical palm trees, lush mangroves and not one but two flat-water lagoons, you are far away from commuter noises. Instead, you are woken up every morning by the sound of the beautiful Indian Ocean and greeted by a herd of donkeys who casually wander around our resort premises.
Restaurant (set time for meals, all day for snacks order), Upperdeck Lounge Bar (all day), Wi-Fi in main area, Watersport & Kitesurf School using equipment from FAITH KITEBOARDING Brand (Possibility to storage your own Kitesurfing Equipment. Paddle board,  laundry, electricity 24 hours and an Infinity pool
Guides
All of our Instructors are IKO-qualified and up-to-date certified. That means you'll know you're getting world-renowned standards of instruction at our Kite School in Sri Lanka with our diverse international instructors, we can offer courses in English, Swiss-German, German and French.
Courses will be arrange in 1:1 to 1:4 maximum

Question 15

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Day 1
Picked up from your hotel in Colombo by 8.15am (morning walk) or 3.45pm (evening walk) to live in this 2hrs experience fluidly combines some of the most interesting, yet unknown, sides of Colombo. The capital city is a densely packed metropolis with influences, both, local and colonial. The walk focuses on the economic, colonial, cultural and religious history of Colombo, with a particular emphasis on the famed area of Slave Island.
This alternate, walk-centered experience commences at the Inn On The Green, a pub reminiscent of what one might come across in the UK where the food and drink is stellar and the ambience is influenced by the aspirations of modern-day Sri Lankans, then continue the other side sits the Galle Face Green, a lush, seafront promenade and urban park frequented by locals leads us to the Galle Face Court. You will encounter a network of intricate ferry lanes and canals criss-crossed this area not too long ago where tributaries of the Beira Lake snaked across Slave Island, and the ferry was the main mode of transport. The Slave Island Railway Station, which it still functions normally but, today, it is restricted to the passage of commuters to and from Colombo. Slave Island was, once, the economic center of all-Colombo, as you navigate through the old ferry lanes, you will inch closer and closer to the very heart of Slave Island. All these elements are brought into view within the course of a riveting, two hour-long walk which will be add with numerous tales spell by your guide. Transfer return back to your hotel around 10.30am

Question 16

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Day 1
At 6.30 am guests board Pearl from Dutch Bay and set sail towards the whales. Along the way our chef serves a freshly prepared breakfast and the moment whales are spotted you will be invited to the bow or upper deck for the best view. After the whale watching we return to shore and anchor for few hours in the Back bay near ThiruKoneswaram Temple. Guests can swim and snorkel until the snack is served. At 1.30 pm guests disembark at Dutch Bay to depart to your next destination.
This itinerary in this remote location can change depending on the meteorological conditions, the Naval advisories and the captain’s assessment

Question 17

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Accommodation
As most itinerary proposed, you won't have choice of properties design/service prestation/quality & level (from Guesthouse to 5* boutique/nature retreat/camp) during your stay. For this adventure trip only few nights will be fixed as no other property exist in the area, apart of that please let us know your desire of property type you wish to experience and your budget and we will add this expectation to this originate itinerary
 
Colombo City Center - Belong to you to let us know the property category you desire to live in (from guesthouse to boutique 5*)
 
Camp by the River 2* 
 
- Situated on a hill overlooking the Kelani River, our camp combines the best aspects of outdoor camping and travel for those who need a certain degree of comfort. Surrounded by mountains and the clear, rushing Kelani below, our site is truly stunning. It is rustic and natural, perfect for those looking for a refined wooden hut camping trip. Cuisine is rustic with traditional Sri Lankan delicacies. Wi-Fi and mobile phone signal available
Riverfront Cabin (1-3 pax)
 
has a private, secured entrance. There is no need to bring towels as you will be provided with one during your stay. All accommodation has power points to charge electrical items such as laptops, phones and cameras. We do not have en suite bathroom facilities, but our bathroom block is separated into male and female facilities. Our showers are hot water showers.
Mountain Teafield Area - Belong to you to let us know the property category you desire to live in (from guesthouse to Nature Retreat 5*)
 
Remote Mountain Lodge 2*
 
- Modern with touch of rustic lodge offering comfortable bedding & European washroom permitting to appreciate “Million Dollars” views given from just below the World End, don’t forget to bring some warm clothing, night are pretty chill.
A common area with 2 sofas and few tables are set for your meals and coffee time
There are no facilities (apart of a baby foot:), as remote it is electricity can be off for sometime, if it is the case during your stay they will give you portable light for you to be able to use in your room to read. Wi-Fi onsite and NO mobile phone signal
 
Standard Double / Twin Room (1-3 pax)
 
Only 6 simply furnished bedrooms available (4 bedrooms with view) with private washroom with hot water & toilet. Beds are very comfy with good winter cover. If you feel cold in the room, heater can be request.
Bush Camp Site - Belong to you to let us know the property category you desire to live in (from Glamping 3* to 5*)
 
Downsouth Beach Retreat - Belong to you to let us know the property category you desire to live in (from Beach Retreat 2* to Private Villa 5*)
 
Guide
- Our Licenced National Guide Driver will be welcoming you onboard and will make sure you will be carefully taking care for your first to your last day.
 
- River Guides at the Kelani River activities
Rafting - All raft trips meet international safety standards, with all raft guides trained in CPR, (Cardiovascular Pulmonary Resuscitation), first aid and river rescue. Participants will wear life jackets and helmets for safety and will be guided by an expert team leader
Canyoning - Our Sri Lankan guide’s are certified under the UK canyoning certification and have the right equipment and expertise to safety explore these liquid gems
- Yala national Park Safari(s) will be accompany with experience Naturalist Guide

Question 18

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The property
If you want to experience the jungle in style, look no further than the Gal Oya Lodge who is an unique ecolodge spread across 20 acres of private forest, bringing you closer to nature by having our ten bungalows fully designed to feel a part of the landscape, seamlessly blending with the surrounding terrain.. Take your time enjoying this natural paradise. Our philosophy lies at the heart of the design – to bring you closer to nature and to protect the local environment. The concept lives in every detail, from the undisturbed lush forest of our mountain site to the natural materials – such as cajan, wood and illuk – used to create our bungalows. And, of course, we use appropriate technology and recycling to preserve precious natural resources such as water and energy.
 
Accommodation
Bungalow (1-3pax)) Each bungalow is nestled in the forest, specifically sited to minimize its impact on the land, and to frame the best possible views. We want you to enjoy a sense of space and comfort. Each bungalow is a generous 800 sq. ft. consisting of a private living room and bedroom with a built-in king sized bed. An adjoining airy bathroom, double sinks, and both indoor and outdoor showers complete the experience.
To really draw nature into the space, we had to reimagine the traditional ideas of interior and exterior found in other luxury boutique hotels in Sri Lanka. Both bungalow bedrooms feature spectacular floor to ceiling glass windows and doors that open onto a private veranda. Whether you’re indoors relaxing or outside enjoying the scenery, nature is right there with you.
To provide for families or those looking for a little more indulgence, we have created a secluded two-bedroom villa perched at the highest point of the Gal Oya Lodge site. Peaceful, remote and with breath-taking views, it is the perfect spot for those in search of a luxury escape.
 
Cuisine
Locally source delicacies are special highlight of Lodge life. Lovingly prepared, the days’ menu will include a choice of Sri Lankan and Western items, featuring home grown herbs and vegetables, and produce from neighbouring village farmers. Innovative, fresh and healthy, meals are served in the dining room. Be sure to try our delicious national favourites such as curries, sambol and roti. Join our Lodge chef in the kitchen for Sri Lankan cooking courses.
 
Facilities & Services
Our concept follows environmentally sound practices including recycling, energy conservation, growing our own produce and using sustainable materials whenever we can. We have recently installed a Wildlife training and research facility to work with local conservation organisations and to help protect wildlife.
Gal Oya Lodge facilities include a restaurant, bar and swimming pool, seamlessly integrated into the scenic landscape. And the spacious bungalows have touches of luxury to make you feel at home. Our friendly locally-recruited staff are keen to share with you the stories and hospitality of the region. And the quality of our naturalist guides make us proud, sure to contribute to your visit by vividly bring alive the secrets of the natural world.
 
Guides
Excellent and knowledgeable in-house nature guides in small groups (1:8 maximum, but usually no more than 1:6). Private guide and activities available upon requests at additional charge

Question 19

OVERVIEW

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The property
Home stay opens doors to experience day to day lives of the locals in the comfort of their own homes. Most visitors break time between visiting sites of natural importance to helping children at school or involving with women’s group activities while on holiday.
The north of SL is predominantly headed by single women or parent; later being the collateral damage of war; thus such income generated form home stays or tours guided by locals is a huge plus to their struggling economy.
 
Accommodation
Basic but comfortable family home, equipped with toilet and water bucket shower. Cold shower. Sleeping is in communal room or private room (depend of availability) with mattresses on the floor with full bedding. Abode hibernation is designed to accommodate either couple or family and equipped with self containing kitchenette, living area and a sleeping area that can be converted to lounge. The pavilion style structure mirrors people of north, where lose furniture is minimal but richly replaced by rugs, mats, bolster pillows and low raised benches.
 
Cuisine
You cannot find more authentic & delicious local food - vegetarians and special diets catered for.
 
Facilities & Services
Total immersion into a Tamil village & family accommodation.
 
Guides
You will be accompanied by your host throughout the entire duration of your visit, supported by other members of the community who partake in the tourism project/venture.

Question 20

OVERVIEW

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Accommodation
As most itinerary proposed, you won't have choice of properties design/service prestation/quality & level (from Guesthouse to 5* boutique/nature retreat/camp) during your stay. For this adventure trip only few nights will be fixed as no other property exist in the area, apart of that please let us know your desire of property type you wish to experience and your budget and we will add this expectation to this originate itinerary.
 
Farmstay in Homestay - Basic Facility - There’s a kitchen, the hosted couple’s bedroom – which doubles as storage space – a narrow corridor, and a small but comfortable guestroom, simply furnished with a bed, chair, candles and a trunkful of books. There are no facilities, no electricity and candles and a kerosene lamp provide the only light at night. Sleep in share bedroom and common area, toilet and bucket shower to share with the family. NO Wi-Fi and mobile phone signal available.
 
Shelter Mountain Lodge - Back to basic, back to nature - In the middle of Knuckles Range Forest Reserve, this shelter is set for the farmer to stay over when they take care of their cows, planting or collecting their farm products. Surrounded by mountain cloud forest, No facility available on site (no electricity, no running water), purely a human & authentic cultural experience back to the source, Experience a camping type under a roof of a shelter. Water will be boil and the food will be cooked the most remote way with wood fire. Sleeping in common area on mattress set on the floor (maximum 8 person per night), toilet and bucket shower to share with the family.  NO Wi-Fi onsite and NO mobile phone signal. 
 
Government Resthouse (1-3pax) Each basic room offer one queen or 2 single beds with attached simple bathroom with only cold water.
 
Maduru Oya NP Camp Site (1-4pax) Each tent with yoga mat will be bring along in one of the 4x4 jeep. Toilet will be taken in the wilderness, (No shower place) – pure authentic camping experience.
 
Downsouth Beach Retreat - Belong to you to let us know the property category you desire to live in (from Beach Retreat 2* to Private Villa 5*).
 
Tree House to Bush Lodge Retreat - Belong to you to let us know the property category you desire to live in (from Guesthouse 1* to Private Bush Villa 5*)

Question 21

ITINERARY

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Day 1
At your arrival at the dive center (8.30am or 1.30pm), after being welcome and introduced, you will try out your equipment before heading to the speedboat who will be awaiting for you at the beach. You will experience a “mise a l’eau” with some sensation and take the direction of Pigeon Island Marine Park within a boat ride of around 20 minutes. Arrival at site, jump into the stunning blue sea and snorkel for a maximum 3hrs, open your eyes as loads of hard corals, amazing Indian Ocean underwater biodiversity. Ssometime turtles, mostly also Black Tip Reef Sharks in the shallow water can be observe. Get back on your boat and depart to your the dive center from where you will leave a new destination.

Question 22

ITINERARY

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Day 1 (-)
By 6 am or 3pm we will pick you up at your property to embark into a 3-4hrs Sunrise or Sunset journey within Udalawale National Park recognize for its number of elephants hearses living in the permises.From the time you will be introduce inside this amazing open grassland savannah, loads of birds will be able to spot especially close to the reservoir without forgotten the possibility to spot crocodile too. During your ide, you will encounter individual as well as hearses of elephants from baby to old mammal which can be spot easily. By 10am or 6pm, you will head off the Park exit and will reach your property in Udalawale.

Question 23

ITINERARIES

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10HR RIDE INTO WILPATTU
Day 1 (L)
Get at 6 am at the Wilpattu NP south west entrance, where you will transfer vehicule to change with a 4x4 jeep, you will then enter into one of the most amazing National Park in Sri Lanka, the whole day about 12hrs you will ride the dust roads passing by reservoirs and magical forests, astonishing sceneries in chess to encouter multiple wildlife as Chacal, Fox, Elephant, horde of Wild Buffalos, Wildboar, Monkeys, huge varieties of birds as well as if luck is with us Leopard and Sloth Bear. Enjoy an astonishing sunset before heading back to the main gate of the National park where your transport will be awaiting for you to bring you to your next destination.
 
OR
 
HALF DAY RIDE INTO WILPATTU
Day 1 (-)
By 6 am or 3pm at the Wilpattu NP south west entrance, you will transfer vehicule to change by a 4x4 jeep, off for a 3hrs Sunset 4x4 game drive within Wilpattu NP where during the dusty ride, you could encounter Sri Lankan Elephant, Sri Lankan elephant, fox, chacal, wildboar, various species of deers, multiples birds as well as being lucky to encounter the wildly the Leopard. By 10am or 6pm, you will head off the Park exit.

Question 24

ITINERARY

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Day 1
Picked up from your hotel in Galle and its surrounded by 9am or 2pm, taking the direction of a celebrated mask carving & painting artist gallery located in Galle Fort. During the 1hr (this may vary according to client)  you will get an insight into the traditional methods of mask carving that has existed for decades. Will be followed by1hr (this may vary according to client) of learning the ways of painting traditional Sri Lankan mask with the help of the artist. You will learn much about theses masks that are ingrained in Sri Lankan culture and the painting methods used which have been passed down from Generation. After this session, we get back on the road to your property in Galle and its surrounded.

Question 25

ITINERARY

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Day 1
By 6:30am / 4pm, you will heading to the world famous and referred as “the eight wonder of the world”and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage. Rising 200meter above the surrounding jungle with a flat plateau on top, it formed from the magma of an extinct volcano over 200 billion years ago, Sigiriya rock is one of the world best examples of ancient urban planning built up over 1500 years ago offering over 1200 steps to the top. The earlier you start the climbing the better to avoid large crowed as well as the heat can become intense upon the sun rise. Upon the climb you will encounter multiple opportunity to stop featuring gorgeous views. You will pass by the Mirror Wall (now Stained orange) used to be a highly polished white wall wrapping around the edge of the rock. Reaching the northern side of the rock where the main entrance to the palace , you will not miss the huge Lion Paws, then continue the climb until the top to fell completely accomplished. After our descent, we will depart for our next destination or to your property

Question 26

ITINERARY

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Day 1
By 8am or 2pm, meet up with your local bike rider, from where we will get the historical theory in visiting the museum before riding 2-3hrs wandering between the ruins of palaces, temples amongst enormous statues and idols of Buddha cut into rock, crossing by astonishing forest keeping the feeling of the past. Polonnaruwa was the capital from the 10th to the 13th century, until the Sinhalese kings abandoned it in favour of Yapahuwa, and as we ride freely through two centuries of ruins we imagined what the city might’ve once been like. Such an extraordinary step back into Sri Lanka wonderness royalty memories. After our bike ride, we will depart for our next destination

Question 27

OVERVIEW

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The property
Located in a far remote Private Tea Estate in the heart of Hill Country about 40KM south of Kandy, this 100 years old bungalow daily used by the manager of the tea estate  when they come and inspect the well functioning operation, will allowed us to live in this unique feel to be part of tea estate. This is not an hotel and this unique plantation working estate bungalow will offer, more an authentic experience only few can share.
 
Accommodation
Double Room (1-3 pax) Only 3 to 4 rooms sharing washroom without AC or fan, you won’t need it as the temperature will drop as soon as the sun down
One extra mattress can be add in the room.
 
Cuisine
Simple home-cooking Sri Lankan dishes well garnished breakfast, lunch, dinner & tea break at the different tea estate bungalow and remote village kiosque. All made with locally sources ingredients and freshly prepared
Can be cater for vegetarian, also being able to request non spicy. Some specific dietary won’t be able to cater, please inform us in advance.
 
Facilities & Services
You will be able to share main living room to ended your day trek . Walk around the garden offering astonishing view on the ridge of the mountain as well as the tea estate. Walk around the local settlement.
 
Guides
Our experienced trekking guide will bring you along during this 2 days, as well as a tracker on day 2 as the path could disappear due to jungle grows.

Question 28

OVERVIEW

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The property
This campsite will be only accessible by one road end of dusty road accessible via 4x4 jeep or by boat if the water level of the lake is high enough. This campsite will offer 2 persons quickhiker ultralight tent with self-inflating mattress. No toilet and shower will be established at this camp. We will define you the location where you will be able to do your needs and toiletry. During this night at your camp, you will be absolutely cut away from the normal way of life as no signal will cover the area, we will carry satellite phone in case of emergency. Before we leave this campside, we will entirely clean up our passage to let back the wild where it supposed to be with the minimum human impact.
 
Accommodation
Gal Oya NP Camp Side (1-2pax) Each 2 person quickhiker ultralight tent with self-inflating mattress will be bring along in one of the 4x4 jeep. Toilet will be taken in the wilderness, (No shower place) – pure authentic camping experience.
 
Cuisine
Simple and very delightful local delicacies cook on the stove fire at the camp site. Where you will be enjoy to appreciate each meal as well we won’t forget some good coffee & tea to be given as much as possible all in being in unique less-people getaway
 
Guides
Local acknowledges guides, National Park Rangers & Native Veddah Guides in maximum small groups (1:8 maximum, but usually no more than 1:6).
 
Only depart every Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Question 29

OVERVIEW

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The property
Picturesque & remote in the bushes location that makes the perfect base for your Safaris camping experience in the Wilpattu National Park which has been specially chosen for its natural beauty and conveniently shaded areas of forest, which keep the temperature inside the tents cool and provide you with much needed respite from the sun. Many different wildlife species come to visit the camp and you can expect to wake up to the sound of tropical birdsong in the mornings.
 
Accommodation
Mobile Tent (1-2 pax) Featuring either a king size or 2 twin beds, these insect/waterproof South African mobile tents include a living area with camp chairs, roll down flaps for privacy, and solar powered lighting. The private bathroom area, which has an open-air hot/cold water shower, changing area and washbasin is located just outside the tent. A flushable sit-down toilet is attached to the living area of the tent
 
Cuisine
Besides serving traditional Sri Lankan cuisine using seasonal vegetables and fruit that they buy from local farmers, Enjoying evening drinks and meals around a campfire under a ceiling of sparkling stars is a highlight of any stay. All meals are usually  a communal experience, however honeymooners can enjoy private dining on request. Our chefs can adapt our menus and we can cater to all dietary requirements.
 
Facilities & Services
Numerous  activities as cooking class, birdwatching, guided walks, star gazing, animal identification) will make you appreciate more Mother Nature and this perfect surrounded.
We can customised family-orientated packages and offer discounted rates for younger children to make travelling with the kids that little bit easier. In between game drives, younger members of the family can get involved in our hosted kids’ activities whilst the parents take some time out to relax and unwind.
 
Guides
Naturalist Guides & Experience 4x4 driver come from the local village with a few members from slightly further afield

Question 30

1 - Practical packing

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Get practical in preselecting your clothes at least one week before you leave for you to get a better idea of what you absolutely need or even forget.
Beware of overload packing of things you didn’t wear for ages or even need during your time here. Be objective on what exactly you will need and be comfortable to wear and carry with you during your trip
Due to the extreme difference of temperature & climate you could encounter during your adventure, we highly recommend bringing synthetic & fast drying material clothes (if rain, cotton fabric won’t dry so quickly).

Question 31

CEYLON WILD SAFARIS - 5*

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The property
 
Mere aside Yala National Park Katagamuwa entrance (Northern) to Block I of the Yala National Park, which is a more secluded, less used area of the otherwise crowded block, located not ride faraway from the least explore Block III and V, areas which are almost completely ignored because of their distance from most camps and resorts, but thrive with animal and plant life nonetheless.
 
The camp is establish aside a stunning reservoir where multiple birds can be spotted, and surrounded by hill and flat lands covered by untouched scrub forest. 
From Sunrise to night time, nature live around you and wonder can happen anytime in front of you
 
Designed by Wildlife Enthusiasts, our eco-friendly Safari Camp Ceylon Wild Safaris consists of six individual tents with salt-water chlorinator plunge pools - the first of its kind in Yala National Park.
The camp which would be your home away from home runs completely on solar power and there is zero tolerance for plastics, has its own sewage treatment plant and the stay also promotes a reforestation initiative where the guests are invited to plant trees during their stay.
 
Our extremely comfortable Luxurious Tents
have a king-sized bed with air-conditioners,
take a bath in an alfresco shower with full functioning bathroom facilities "feeling like home". Established on an 18 acre plot of wilderness land but in order to reduce our footprint we have isolated our camp and its six tents utilization to less than 2 acres. This allows us to continue our reforestation project on land which was previously used for farming and "chena" cultivation. our camp has the following amenities to make your stay with us a memorable one. 
 
Your days activities will be orchestrate by morning & evening 4x4 safari drives, walking by yourself across the property, set your gear by the reservoir and spot multiples birds as well as stunning sunrise & sunset or even grab a book and enchance yourself with the rythmn of the jungle.
 
Accommodation
 
All Luxury Eco Friendly Tents build up with details and touch, spacious and extremely comfortable with A/C, an open-air bathroom and small plunge pool, private wooden deck area, king size bed (twin can be arranged), utility wardrobe, luggage & towel racks, bathrobes, towels and bath amenities, charging points for phones and cameras, en-suite flush-able toilet, and twin sink, en-suite shower with hot and cold water (Baby cots available on request)
 
Ceylon Wild Safari camp has a maximum capacity of 12 guests.
 
Cuisine
 
Alfresco living and eating experience with stunning Sri Lankan delicacies from Breakfast to Dinner, get a-live barbeque under the stars for dinner will truly emerge a magical experience where a never ending conversation about the numerous constellations and planets gazing down at us from the clear night sky. An open bar of drinks is available for the enthusiasts and fresh fruits and water are in plenty to keep you company and hydrated while you are in the jungle or at the camp.
While on safari we deserve some snack  nad as soon as you get back to the camp at the end of the day, an open bar of drinks is available for the enthusiasts and fresh fruits and water are in plenty to keep you company and hydrated while you are in the jungle or at the camp.
 
Picnic lunch can be set for those going for the full day safari, or spending the day exploring the historical sites of the South, Dinner by the reservoir or in the bush can be arrange following availability and weather forecast.
Special, non-spicy, dishes can be prepared for children. Similarly, we will always do our best to prepare meals accordingly for people with special diet requirements or allergies
 
Facilities & Services
Ceylon Wild Safaris is ideally situated to explore the multiple sectors (referred to locally as ‘blocks’) of Yala National Park, and we run Private or Join In Safari(s) of our safaris in Block 1 and 5.
 
For the morning round, we recommend you leave the camp by 5.30 am to be at the Park gate as it opens. The best time for departing for the evening round is around 3.00 pm. If you prefer to spend the whole day at the park, take a picnic lunch and break journey by the Menik Ganga or get back to the camp to enjoy your meal and walk around with your camera to photosnap birds or any mammal could be passing across.
 
We are aware that those who hear the call of the jungle have their own personal relationship with it, just as we do. And how can we not make special arrangements for those of you traveling with your cameras when each of us keeps ours so close at hand. 
We invite you to climb into a 1982 Land Cruiser, modified with removable seats and a forward folding windscreen, equipped with beanbags, clamps, tripods and monopods, complete with those of us who take photography seriously on board to make sure you have the right light and positioning.
 
‘Birding Walk’ Join our passionate birding guides not only on game drive but also on a stroll in the vicinity of the camp to see what exciting tropical birds you can find. The birds of Sri Lanka are splashed in beautiful colours that only nature can create, and there is no better way to appreciate them than to learn about them from our experienced birding team.
 
Short Courses with our Naturalist Our guides boast a lifetime of involvement with nature, each of them having started their journey along this path at a very young age. They’ve also had the honor and privilege of sharing their knowledge at Sri Lanka’s very first Game Rangers Training Program. We’ve now made this knowledge accessible to our guests as well. Should you require a short course on the complexities of nature through the eyes of any one of our rangers, all you need do is ask. "the art of tracking", "trees & wildflowering", "Basic Birding", "Bio-diversity"
 
Experience Sunrise & Sunset Reservoir Spot, can be experience just a walk away from your tent, open your mind to live in such breathtaking moment.
We also enjoy taking our guests to explore sites of historic and culturalsignificance in the vicinity of our camp (archaeological sites from the
Ruhunu civilization located within Yala National Park). Kataragama is
one of the most sacred and symbolic places of worship for all religions,
but especially for Buddhists, Hindus and indigenous communities.
Sithulpawwa (which is believed to translate broadly to “Hill of the Quiet
Mind”) is an ancient jungle monastery that dates back to the 2nd century
B.C. Both locations attract many devotees, especially during times of
religious festivities.
 
For those interested in history and culture, there is much more to explore in this part of the island as the Civilization of Ruhana goes beyond two thousand years but is eclipsed by the central Anuradhapura Kingdom. Ruhuna’s ruins are scattered everywhere, along the coast and inland. Within easy access are the well-known sites of Kirinda (approx. 15 min. drive), Sithulpahuwa (45 min. drive), Tissamaharamaya (20 min. drive) and Kataragama (approx. 45 min. drive) as well as the lesser visited ones of Yatala (approx. 30 min. drive), and Thelulla Dagabas (approx. 30 min. drive).
Guide
Our Naturalist Guides comprised of passionate, ethical and professional game rangers aim to merge sustainable and experiential wildlife tourism with active and on-ongoing conservation efforts.
 
All 4x4 drivers are highly trained on vehicle self-recovery, driving skills, vehicle maintenance and repairs.

Question 32

DSD - INTRODUCTION TO SCUBA DIVE

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Have you always wondered what it’s like to breathe underwater? If you want to try scuba diving, but aren’t quite ready to take the plunge into a certification course, Discover Scuba Diving is for you. Quick and easy introduction to what it takes to explore the underwater world.
You can choose from two different options. The DSD Program to 6 Meters is guided by a Divemaster and you only receive basic information about diving. The DSD Program to 12 Meters Depth will teach by an instructor and you will get further information about diving and develop certain skills underwater. There is also the possibility to do a second dive after your first DSD-Experience.
 
Day 1
At your arrival at the dive center (1.15pm), after being welcome and introduced, you will try out your equipment before heading to the speedboat who will be awaiting for you at the beach.  You will get through the learning the basic safety guidelines and skills needed to dive under the direct supervision of a PADI Professional (Instructor or Dive Master). If you make an open water dive, you’ll practice a few more skills in shallow water to prepare for your adventure. You will also got through most of equipment explanation, how to use it underwater as well as what is all about the DSD. You will then experience a “mise a l’eau” of your boat with some sensation passing by the wave walls. Arrival at the dive site, go over the scuba equipment you used to dive and how easy it is to move around underwater with your gear. Find out what it’s like to breathe underwater. Learn key skills that you’ll use during every scuba dive, and finally have fun swimming around and exploring for your one first dive
 
Course Content!
To breathe underwater for the first time - what a feeling! This is simply incomparable! You have to get used to it at first. After all, people are not made ​​for it normally. After a few minutes of quiet breathing under water, most participants realize how easy diving can be. To stay calm and to follow the instructions of your PADI Instructor or Dive Master are the first prerequisites to complete the first diving exercises of your life. If that works after a few minutes, most of the participants are really enthusiastic and never forget that first impression under water.

Question 33

OVERVIEW

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The property
Situated on a hill overlooking the Kelani River, our camp combines the best aspects of outdoor camping and travel for those who need a certain degree of comfort. Surrounded by mountains and the clear, rushing Kelani below, our site is truly stunning. It is rustic and natural, perfect for those looking for a refined camping holiday.
All our riverfront tents and cabins are covered by thatched roofs, ensuring a dry stay at all times. Your comfortable tents and cabins feature twin beds (which can be converted into double beds), quality linen, bedside tables and lamps, as well as a private terrace with spectacular views overlooking the Kelani. All our cabins also have mosquito nets. Our cabins are ideal for families and will sleep a families of between three to five. In the evenings guests gravitate to our Long House with its sound system, informal bar and comfortable cushioned seating area. The Long House is fully wi-fi’d so you can share your adventures with friends anywhere in the world. Enjoy delicious food, a cold beer and great company with new found friends in a completely chilled environment.
We have a deck overlooking the river as well as a place for a campfire, where you can unwind by roasting marshmallows.
 
Accommodation
Tent (1-2 pax) have proper wooden frame beds with mattresses, lights both inside and outside. Each tent has a thatched roof over it and a terrace from which you can view the river and the surrounding mountains. Our tents zip completely secure so you can have total privacy, and our wood cabins, whilst can open on three sides during the day, have blinds which come down and offer complete privacy.
 
Cabin (1-3 pax) has a private, secured entrance. There is no need to bring towels as you will be provided with one during your stay. All accommodation has power points to charge electrical items such as laptops, phones and cameras. We do not have en suite bathroom facilities, but our bathroom block is separated into male and female facilities. Our showers are hot water showers.
 
Dorm (1-8 pax) has a establish 8 mattress on wooden stand, each individually covered by a mosquito net. Toilet and shower will be share with over and are located in the next house of the dorm.
 
Cuisine
Our chef will cooks up some delicious selection of Sri Lankan rice and curries, often hailed as the best guests have tried while in Sri Lanka, as well as some more western dishes for those who want a break from curry and rice.
Can be cater for vegetarian, also being able to request non spicy. Some specific dietary won’t be able to cater, please inform us in advance.
 
Facilities & Services
You will mostly spend your time  to chill, mingle or even having your meals at the Long House which features a bar, a “chill out” area for rest after a hard day of fun. The Long House is fully wifi connected and is free of charge. There are a few power points, but as a rule we ask that you charge any electronics in your tents. Great sound system is stand by so you can attach your iPod so you can listen to your music, but please be considerate to other guests we may have at camp when choosing music! Free filtered water is available in the Long House throughout your stay.
BE AWARE: The water is safe for brushing teeth but do not drink the water, as it is not treated. A refreshing alternative to a shower is a river bath, and where possible please bring biodegradable products to help us protect our shared environment. We keep all of our watersports equipment on site so that we can maintain our equipment properly. As well as kayaks and rafts, we have all our safety equipment on site, including life jackets, paddling jackets and helmets on hand for all ages and sizes.
 
Guides
English Speaking Experienced guides trained in CPR & Artificial Respiration, International Standard Safety Equipment, Comprehensive First Aid Kits, Safety lecture by guides before canyoning & rafting.

Question 34

OVERVIEW

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The property
Clusters of uniquely designed huts spread throughout a large expanse of forest land. All huts are constructed with natural materials, using ancient techniques with a distinctly modern twist.
Each structure is designed with comfort and relaxation in mind. Whilst all the individual layouts differ, the facilities are essentially the same.
All huts have outdoor showers, indoor bathrooms, dining & lounge areas and relaxation spaces adorned with hammocks and mats – all designed in a style that befits the overall aesthetic and ‘back-to-nature’ theme.
There is no mains electricity in the guest areas. Lighting at night is provided by plentiful candles and lanterns as well as subtle, solar powered LED lighting. The local village was connected to the national grid in 2012 and we now have power in the office for charging phones, cameras, ipads or whatever other gadgets you bring.
Staying at The Mudhouse is a little like stepping back in time to your own village in the jungle and to a more simple way of life, where things move at your pace.
 
Accommodation
The Original Mudhouse (2-4 pax) Having evolved and changed over the years, The Original Mudhouse is a charming spot for couples or families, featuring a cluster of huts that combine to create a magical and relaxing space. Suitable for couples, small families.
Family & Honeymoon Huts (2-4 pax) The Family Hut features two double beds and an open-plan lounge. The seductive Honeymoon Hut offers a double bed in a hexagonal layout. These huts come together as a private zone.
The Palu Hut (2-6 pax) Our largest hut with six beds, two outdoor showers, two bathrooms and a lounge area. The unique ‘V’ shaped design and two-tier roofing structure add to its distinctive and alluring look. Suitable for couples, families or small groups and the set-up is tailored to the size and requirements of the people staying there.
Maha Gedera (2-5 pax) Designed in a square shape with an open, central courtyard and large bathroom. Five beds are spread around the interior, interspersed by a lounge, hammocks and a special dining area. Suitable for for couples, families and small groups and, despite its size, has a very intimate atmosphere inside.
All Huts have outdoor shower is one of our most wild, whilst the western toilet is in an enclosed hut with great jungle views. Each Huts are equipped with binoculars, cool boxes, mosquito nets, towels, blankets, bird books and bikes for exploring the property.
 
Cuisine
Pure Sri Lankan meals are prepared the traditional way, using clay pots and firewood. Rice and curry is the staple of the country and we offer a huge variety of dishes at any given time. There is no menu as such – meals are prepared according to what is in season and most fresh. We don’t tend to serve much meat as we find it hard to source quality produce locally. Fish, however, is a different story. Being surrounded by lakes and only 30 km from the coast, there is a range of sea and fresh water fish available throughout the year.
Vegetarians will be happy here and a wide selection of grains, pulses, seeds, vegetables and fruits are prepared daily – many in ways you may not have come across previously.
Much of the produce is sourced from our own organic farm, with other ingredients purchased locally from farmers or from the market in town. All meals are included in the price. If you have any special requests we will always try to accommodate them. You can also learn how to cook any of your favourite dishes in our complimentary cooking classes.
Special, non-spicy, dishes can be prepared for children. Similarly, we will always do our best to prepare meals accordingly for people with special diet requirements or allergies.
 
Facilities & Services
Plenty of activities as well as a yoga sala for those who would like to do yoga by themselves as there isn't an instructor. Meals are served either in the restaurant or in-room, or a table can be set up in the location of your choice - ideal for couples seeking a romantic option.…
You can choose from swimming, fishing, kayaking or boating on the lake, birdwatching (although this is best arranged the night before, as it involves an early start), walking to the local Paramankanda Rock Temple or exploring a local village by bicycle
The Mudhouse doesn't have wifi apart of the office location where it is the only place in the whole property where there is electricity (possibility to recharge your phone, laptop, camera battery) , although guests can use the hotel's computer which is connected to the internet if they really need too
 
Guide
Naturalist Guides & Experience 4x4 driver (Wilpattu NP) come from the local village with a few members from slightly further afield.
The Mudhouse is committed to the principles of responsible, community-based tourism. The project aims to create as much local employment and benefit as possible and, through retaining largely traditional processes, remains deliberately labour intensive.

Question 35

Before your travel to Maldives

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● Travellers who have a history of contact with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID- 19 within the past 14 days and persons who have fever or respiratory symptoms such as cough, sore throat, shortness of breath within the past 14 days are advised not to travel to Maldives.
● Regular official updates on travel to the Maldives re provided on the websites of the Ministry of Tourism (https://www.tourism.gov.mv/) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (https://www.foreign.gov.mv/) of the Maldives
● A confirmed booking in a tourist establishment registered with the Ministry of Tourism, prior to travelling is mandatory.
● Tourist resorts, liveaboard vessels and hotels located on uninhabited islands are open for bookings starting from July 15 th , 2020.
● Guest houses and hotels located on inhabited islands will open for bookings starting from 1 st August, 2020.
● However, guest houses and hotels located on inhabited islands will be allowed to accommodate transiting passengers waiting for domestic transfers under special permits. Transit arrangements can be made through the primary facility where the stay is booked. ● Tourists are advised to directly check offers and operational status with the preferred tourist establishments on their websites and mobile applications.
● Tourists who are visiting Maldives during phase 1 of opening shall book their entire stay in one registered establishment. Stays at multiple resorts and hotels are not permitted during this period. However, exemptions will be made for transit arrangements.

Question 36

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Accommodation
As most itinerary proposed, you won't have choice of properties design/service prestation/quality & level (from Guesthouse to 5* boutique/nature retreat/camp) during your stay. For this adventure trip only few nights will be fixed as no other property exist in the area, apart of that please let us know your desire of property type you wish to experience and your budget and we will add this expectation to this originate itinerary
 
The Mudhouse / 4*Rustic Seclusive  -

Spread throughout a large expanse of forest on the outskirts of a small village in Sri Lanka lies The Mudhouse – a private and seductive retreat, far away from the beaten track.Flanked by lakes and blessed with abundant birdlife, wildlife and natural beauty, The Mudhouse offers a range of rustic accommodation in private and individually designed huts.Run with environmental sustainability as its core focus, The Mudhouse aims to be a positive force for the people and nature with whom we co-exist.Fun and friendly, this laid-back lodge offers a unique chance to experience rural Sri Lankan life in all its colourful splendour.
Clusters of uniquely designed huts spread throughout a large expanse of forest land. All huts are constructed with natural materials, using ancient techniques with a distinctly modern twist.Each structure is designed with comfort and relaxation in mind. Whilst all the individual layouts differ, the facilities are essentially the same.All huts have outdoor showers, indoor bathrooms, dining & lounge areas and relaxation spaces adorned with hammocks and mats – all designed in a style that benefits the overall aesthetic and ‘back-to-nature’ theme.There is no mains electricity in the guest areas. Lighting at night is provided by plentiful candles and lanterns as well as subtle, solar powered LED lighting. The local village was connected to the national grid in 2012 and we now have power in the office for charging phones, cameras, ipads or whatever other gadgets you bring.Staying at The Mudhouse is a little like stepping back in time to your own village in the jungle and to a more simple way of life, where things move at your pace.
Much of the produce is sourced from our own organic farm, with other ingredients purchased locally from farmers or from the market in town. Traditional Sri Lankan meals are prepared the traditional way, using clay pots and firewood. Rice and curry is the staple of the country and we offer a huge variety of dishes at any given time.There is no menu as such – meals are prepared according to what is in season and most fresh. We don’t tend to serve much meat as we find it hard to source quality produce locally. Fish, however, is a different story. Being surrounded by lakes and only 30 km from the coast, there is a range of sea and fresh water fish available throughout the year.Vegetarians will be happy here and a wide selection of grains, pulses, seeds, vegetables and fruits are prepared daily – many in ways you may not have come across previously.
 
The Sanctuary at Tissawewa / Historical Feel 2* -

Located in the heart of the historical area of the ancient city of Anuradhapura, is one of Sri Lanka's landmark colonial buildings. Set on 14 acres of lush landscaped gardens, this masterpiece of Raj architecture, one of the islands first purpose built hotels, has been welcoming guests for over 100 years. The hotel has all the charm of eastern style, with open verandah and deep eaves where at night flying foxes peevish whine is heard in the trees.
22 high and wooden ceilinged rooms that open out on to our sprawling piece of cultivated wilderness where you can lie in a four poster bed and feel transported to a different era of gracious living. Each room offer private  hot/cold shower, A/C, Air drier, 19" flat screen TV with satellite international channels, laundry service & Wifi
The restaurant provide very simple and limited Sri Lankan dishes. No other facilities provided onsite.
 
Wildgrass Nature Resort / 5*Minimalistic Comtemporary -

Set close to the UNESCO world heritage sites of Sigiriya Lion Rock. Comprising just 8 villas, Wild Grass is set amidst 25 acres of unfenced forestland that is frequently visited by rabbits, deer, wild boar, monkeys and over 40 species of birds as well as the occasional wild elephant.It is the ideal location for nature lovers, whether families with children, couples or honeymooners, who wish to enjoy their holiday disturbed only by the sounds of nature, while enjoying the ancient history and marvels of the Cultural Triangle, The unique feature of Wild Grass remains its exceptional natural beauty; our villas promote the sense of being at home amidst an abundance of space and absolute privacy – the ultimate luxuries afforded to the traveler seeking a perfect rest.
Encapsulate yourself in your private villa surrounded by nature. Heighten your senses as you take in the natural sounds of the jungle, from your bedroom or living area. Each villa comprising of an air-conditioned bedroom, living and ensuite bathroom and outdoor rain shower and balcony. Free Wifi and multiple aminities will be available in your bedroom villa.
Our restaurant bring on the table to you traditional Sri Lankan curries meet Western Cuisine. Whether you are un the mood for a chicken curry or a pork chop, all our dishes are freshly prepared with locally sourced ingredients from our very own garden or village community.
The swimming pool nest at the edge of the forest will give you a good refreshing rest between some birding walks
 
Gal Oya Lodge / 4* Rural Luxury -

Discover an ancient land untouched by time; a haven of serenity in which to reconnect with the rhythms of the earth. Immerse yourself in nature. Soak yourself in local culture. Explore the rich wildlife of Gal Oya, one of Sri Lanka’s most remote and least visited wilderness areas. Gal Oya Lodge is a unique Sri Lanka ecolodge spread across 20 acres of private jungle. Take your time enjoying this natural paradise through the experiences we offer, which include a walk with our Vedda neighbours, one of the last remaining communities of the forest-dwelling, indigenous people of Sri Lanka.
Gal Oya Lodge is more than just a Sri Lanka ecolodge. Our philosophy lies at the heart of the design – to bring you closer to nature and to protect the local environment. The concept lives in every detail, from the undisturbed lush forest of our mountain site to the natural materials – such as cajan, wood and illuk – used to create our bungalows. And, of course, we use appropriate technology and recycling to preserve precious natural resources such as water and energy.
Our desire to put nature first doesn’t mean that we’ve compromised on the things that make your holiday special. Gal Oya Lodge facilities include a restaurant, bar and swimming pool, seamlessly integrated into the scenic landscape. And the spacious bungalows have touches of luxury to make you feel at home. Our friendly locally-recruited staff are keen to share with you the stories and hospitality of the region. And the quality of our naturalist guides make us proud, sure to contribute to your visit by vividly bring alive the secrets of the natural world.
Sri Lankan culture and tradition are the inspirational elements at the heart of Gal Oya Lodge. Our bungalows draw their character from rural Sri Lankan villages, created using local techniques, tried and tested over time. Our tables and chairs are handmade by the local village craftsmen using teak and mara wood, applying traditional skills passed down from generation to generation.
Cuisine and locally sourced food is a special highlight of Lodge life. Lovingly prepared, the day’s menu will include a choice of Sri Lankan and Western items, featuring home grown herbs and vegetables, and produce from neighbouring village farmers. Innovative, fresh and healthy, meals are served in the dining room. Be sure to try our delicious national favourites such as curries, sambol and roti.
Proximity and synergy with nature goes beyond design. It is the foundation of how we do things. Our enhanced Sri Lanka ecolodge concept follows environmentally sound practices including recycling, energy conservation, growing our own produce and using sustainable materials whenever we can. We have recently installed a wildlife training and research facility to work with local conservation organisations and to help protect wildlife.
 
Kottukal Beach House / 4* Beach Small Lodge -

Nested on a sandy stretch of pristine South East coastline rests upon the Indian Ocean, where your mornings are woken up to the serene sounds of crashing waves. Dot an unexplored shoreline flourishing with natural wonders & Nestled amidst a sprawling coastal estate of coconut trees, our own is a plush hideaway neighboring the world famous surfing hotspot of Arugam Bay, an driving distance from one of the least explore National Park which is Kumana.
designed with stunning ocean vistas is our token of island beauty – open to your leisure in the form of two contemporary Deluxe Rooms or two larger boutique Chalets, complete with sophisticated wooden accents, elegant furnishings, and a touch of warmth from our home of Sri Lankan hospitality.
Kottukal Beach House offers only four distinct rooms in the form of two contemporary Deluxe Rooms or two larger boutique Chalets dressed in rustic earthen tones, each of our living spaces naturally complements our coastal environment and feature the added pleasure of a private balcony or terrace for simply lounging, or waking up to the rising sun. Fitted with modern amenities including free wireless internet access, air conditioning, and an ensuite bathroom with a luxury rain shower that provides both hot and cold water, each room caters to a contemporary lifestyle.
Our rustic Dining Room well versed in cuisines of the world, our chef will be happy to plate up a range of continental favourites or Sri Lankan specialties. His frequent visits to our neighbouring fishing village also ensures that any seafood you desire is not only fresh, but comes personally recommended by the local fishermen who reeled in the catch from our eastern seas.
Kulu Safari Yala / 4* Glamping Bush Tented -

The spirit of Kulu is to tread lightly, leaving a minimal footprint on the natural ecology of our wilds.  Comfortable accommodation with touches of luxury for the comfort of our guests, our campsite has been handpicked for its remoteness – most often our guests are the only dinner party for miles! All tents have been custom-made in South Africa by one of the world’s leading safari outfitters. Kulu’s Yala camp is ideally situated to explore the multiple sectors (referred to locally as ‘blocks’) of Yala National Park, and we run the majority of our safaris in Block 1 and 5. however, for guests staying 3 or more nights, we visit Block 3, 4 and Lunugamvehera National Park. We cater to clients with varying interests and passions. We host professional photographers on long stays, who depend on our local knowledge and guiding expertise to capture the best of our jungles through their lens.We love hosting families – our guides are adept at translating their knowledge of the jungle into a fun, learning experience for children. 
Our Base Camp in Yala offers large tents (each tent is over 200 sq. ft.) that are secured on raised wooden platforms. Each tent includes a small deck (or ‘veranda’ as we like to call it) for some private space to sip an evening drink, or to relax with a good book. The tents have en-suite bathrooms with hot and cold showers. The fly screens support excellent ventilation while keeping out pesky critters.
Our kitchen is well geared for each discerning tastes and we will provide freshly cooked Sri Lankan delicacies
Just in case the lure of safari isn’t enough, Kulu has several activities on offer to keep you busy. * We have kayaks at our Yala Camp, so guests can get out on the water for a couple of hours of solitude, exercise and experience a different aspect of nature.* For more experienced guests, we invite them on a ‘jungle walk’ led by our guides. The walk provides a rare opportunity to learn interesting tips on the art of tracking, animal behaviour, and offers a unique perspective for birding as well as photography. * We also enjoy taking our guests to explore sites of historic and cultural significance in the vicinity of camp. Kataragama is one of the most sacred and symbolic places of worship for all religions, but especially for Buddhists, Hindus and indigenous communities. Sithulpawwa (which is believed to translate broadly to “Hill of the Quiet Mind”) is an ancient jungle monastery that dates back to the 2nd century B.C. Both locations attract many devotees, especially during times of religious festivities. * And what safari is complete without a sun downer at a scenic location, to mark the end of a perfect day in the jungle? But we like to keep the details a secret.
Hill Safari Eco Lodge / 2* Remote Mountain Lodge -

Modern with touch of rustic lodge offering comfortable bedding & European washroom permitting to appreciate “Million Dollars” views given from just below the World End, don’t forget to bring some warm clothing, night are pretty chill.
Only 6 simply furnished bedrooms available (4 bedrooms with view) with private washroom with hot water & toilet. Beds are very comfy with good winter cover. If you feel cold in the room, heater can be request.
The Meals will be delightly Sri Lankan homemade & simply cooked without any exuberance
A common area with 2 sofas and few tables are set for your meals and coffee time. There are no facilities (apart of a baby foot:), as remote it is electricity can be off for sometime, if it is the case during your stay they will give you portable light for you to be able to use in your room to read. Wi-Fi onsite and NO mobile phone signal. 
Jansen's Bungalow / 3* Tea Field Bungalow -

The wind whistling through the trees of Sinharaja. The sounds of the creatures of the night. Or, the gurgles of a waterfall. There is something magical when the soothing sounds of Sri Lanka’s last rainforest tempt and seduce you on an adventure of a lifetime. Jansen’s Bungalow, a delightful retreat located within close proximity to the Sinharaja Rainforest Reserve North Gate.Sit on 30 acres of lush greenery and scenic beauty, simple and elegant, this 6-roomed bungalow offers a mixed platter of comfort, excellent service and spectacular views on the rainforest itself.
Only 4 Deluxe rooms (1-3 pax) with private design washroom with AC or fan, White feel and polish cement stylish colonial well-appointed roomsOne extra mattress can be add in the room & Only 2 Family Room (1-4 pax) with private design washroom with AC or fan, Amazing double bed room with mezzanine incorporated 2 single beds.
Amazing home-cooking Sri Lankan dishes well garnished from breakfast, lunch and dinner & tea break. All made with locally sources ingredients and freshly preparedCan be cater for vegetarian, also being able to request non spicy. Some specific dietary won’t be able to cater, please inform us in advance.Facilities & ServicesYou will be able to share main living room to ended your day jungle incursion and share with the other habitants your day.
All facilities are fully natural and priceless as take a dip in the natural pool down the bungalow trail, take a bike to cycle in the village little road.

Question 37

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The property 
The wind whistling through the trees of Sinharaja. The sounds of the creatures of the night. Or, the gurgles of a waterfall. There is something magical when the soothing sounds of Sri Lanka’s last rainforest tempt and seduce you on an adventure of a lifetime. Jansen’s Bungalow, a delightful retreat located within close proximity to the Sinharaja Rainforest Reserve North Gate.
Sit on 30 acres of lush greenery and scenic beauty, simple and elegant, this 6-roomed bungalow offers a mixed platter of comfort, excellent service and spectacular views on the rainforest itself.
 
Accommodation
Double Room (1-3 pax) Only 4 rooms with private design washroom with AC or fan, White feel and polish cement stylish colonial well-appointed rooms
One extra mattress can be add in the room.
 
Family Room (1-4 pax) Only 2 rooms with private design washroom with AC or fan, Amazing double bed room with mezzanine incorporated 2 single beds.
 
Cuisine
Amazing home-cooking Sri Lankan dishes well garnished from breakfast, lunch and dinner & tea break. All made with locally sources ingredients and freshly prepared
Can be cater for vegetarian, also being able to request non spicy. Some specific dietary won’t be able to cater, please inform us in advance.
 
Facilities & Services
You will be able to share main living room to ended your day jungle incursion and share with the other habitants your day. All facilities are fully natural and priceless as take a dip in the natural pool down the bungalow trail, take a bike to cycle in the village little road.
 
Guides
Our experienced guide will bring you along during this 3 days, as well as a national park guide on day 2 as they will spot for you all birds, wildlife to be seen.

Question 38

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Day 1
At 6.30 am guests board Pearl from Mirissa Port and set sail towards the whales. Along the way our chef serves a freshly prepared breakfast and the moment whales are spotted you will be invited to the bow or upper deck for the best view. After the whale watching we return to shore and anchor for few hours where you can participate to some watersport, guests can swim and snorkel until the snack is served. At 1.30 pm guests disembark at Mirissa Port to depart to your next destination
 
This itinerary in this remote location can change depending on the meteorological conditions, the Naval advisories and the captain’s assessment!

Question 39

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Accommodation
This itinerary is purely "Off The Grib" for Adventurous ONLY with local accommodation, traditional tent camping, government resthouse with limited to NO Commodity. For this adventure trip certains nights will be fixed as no other property exist in the area and thoses lodging will be simple to basic. For the Beach Retreat, let us know what service expectation you desire from 2* to 5* property)
 
Simple Local Lodge  1* aside Maduru Oya - Basic Double or Twin Beds Room with Sharing Toilet & Shower Room
Government Resthouse  or Simple Local Lodge  1* aside Galoya -  Basic Double or Twin Beds Room with Sharing Toilet & Shower Room
Pure Bush Camping in the heart of Galoya National Park - Simple Tent  with no toilet & shower
Downsouth Beach Retreat - Belong to you to let us know the property category you desire to live in (from Beach Retreat 2* to Private Villa 5*)
Bush Beach Camp in the heart of Kumana National Park - (Let us know the level of the service & prestation expectated for your camp property as simple tent with yoga mat or simple glamping 1* with bed can be arrange)

Question 40

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Day 1
Meet us at the Sri Lanka Airforce base at Koggala Airport 30 min before the  flight schedule you have been selected  with us. At time ready, embark into one of the unique 3 three aircraft on the tarmac. Preparing to take off on the three-seater Cessna 172 aircraft are greeted with a chilled drink and a comfortable check-in lounge by a lake at the tail-end of the runway. Get in and depart for a 45 min flight above the South West Coast of Sri Lanka and going deeper off the coast into the Indian Ocean in chess to spot majestuous Whale. Above the sea,  fly above a cluster of tourist boats below – also on the same whale-watching expedition. Get the chance to encounter to observe such mammal even more breathtaking when done through an aircraft as it does not disturb the whale’s natural habitat. take some round around observing the majestic nature some of the largest mammal in the world from an aerial point of view leaves passengers with an incomparable experience and understanding of the true magnitude of the beauty and grace of the species. Before taking a round back to the airport, on the way back keep your eyes open in case some dolphins, turtles shows off, enjoy breathtaking sceneries of the coasr line before landed.
 
The Airline Company reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any flight at any time due to inclement weather, safety concerns, maintenance requirements or any other reason.

Question 41

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The property
Offering few camping areas in diverse location in the heart of the park, it will depend of the availability on your booking date. Each area are totally exclusive, some are by the pure white sandy beach surrounded by a deep bushes where elephants sometime walk across & during the season turtles ponding ,  another camp sample is beside the Kumbukkan river (separated Yala & Kumana) far deep inside the bushes, where the night(s) become alive. Each camp are totally mobile which will be set up and remove only during the period of your stay, it will come along with portable toilet and shower tents which make you live-in the pure camping experience in one of the most wildlife populated NP
 
Accommodation
Dome Tent (1-3 pax) Back to Traditional dome tent camping with inflatable mattress (20mm) – Sleeping bag excluded don’t forget to bring it with you
Glamping Tent (1-2 pax) Tented safari camp includes spacious tents with actual beds, soft pillows, freshly laundered linen, en-suite bathrooms with toilet and shower, running water, solar powered lamps; ensuing a luxurious environment and a cozy ambience (NO FAN)
 
No electricity available in all inside National Camps
 
Cuisine
The camp kitchen is kept busy preparing tantalizing Sri Lankan meals using fresh home grown vegetables, meat, poultry and eggs, thus ensuring every meal is freshly prepared and served new. Indulge in a fresh fruit platter; quench your thirst with fresh fruit juice or a hot cup of tea/coffee. Get ready for some excitement around the roaring campfire when tantalizing BBQ gets going accompanied by a singsong, hurricane lanterns and copra lamps. If you intend travelling out then picnic meals/snacks too can be arranged.
Special, non-spicy, dishes can be prepared for children. Similarly, we can prepare simple meals accordingly for people with special diet requirements or allergies.
 
Facilities & Services
No facilities will be provided apart being where you are. Such a lush & uniqueless to be able to spend the night(s) inside one national park (not just outside the NP gate), to know where you are at that time. Our team will take good care of you during your stay.
 
Guides
Our drivers are all experiences off the beaten track dust & muddy road riders will make your drive feel safe. One National Park Ranger will also being following you to spot & describe for you all wild encounters.

Question 42

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The property
Set in 3.5 acres of open plan beach surrounds, it is a seriously chilled place to be. With no noise or light pollution at the camp, the only sounds you will hear are the waves crashing against the beach and the laughter of our guests as they unwind after a day at sea. Set only 5 min drive away from Arugambay where shops, restaurants, beach bars, ayuverdic centre, and a supermarket will be fully available.
 
Accommodation
Wooden cabanas (1-3 pax) Eight beach cabanas frame the camp are equipped with your own bathroom, five with open-air bathrooms so you can shower in the fresh air, and all have a western style toilet, hot shower and basin, double bed, netting and fan. There's a hammock outside so you can relax after a surf.
Large dorm where 7 surfers can sleeps in and equipped with fans to keep you cool. The dorm has a shared bathroom. Alternatively, stay in the Folly: open air sleeping by the sea.
 
Cuisine
We serve simple and well garnished breakfast, lunch and dinner at the camp as well as a range of snacks to feed your hungry post surf bellies. Fill up on porridge, eggs, fruit or traditional curries and rice, all made with locally sourced ingredients and prepared freshly by our local chef.
Special, non-spicy, dishes can be prepared for children. Similarly, we can prepare simple meals accordingly for people with special diet requirements or allergies.
 
Facilities & Services
You'll find a large community area in the middle to chill after your surf is full of places for you to relax; use it to read, play games, snooze after surf, and chat. Plus, make the most of the chillout zones that you'll find dotted around the camp, and comfy sunbeds that are down by the beach for you to top-up your tan.
 
Guides
Our surf instructors crew is made up of locals as their knowledge of the area, ocean, currents, and tides is some of the best out there. They will have you paddling, standing on your board, and catching and riding waves in no time– all with a big smile on your face.

Question 43

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The property
Along many kilometers of flat water and constant wind make this sailing expedition a lush getaway for the freestyler enthusiasts with daily magnificient sceneries. If you are not into kiting no worry, you can just enjoy the sunshine and relax onboard. You can even sleep under the beautiful starry sky.
 
Accommodation
Our catamaran is a lush of solution for a getaway, a retreat, a stag night or even party. In Privatizing it, we will customize your trip and adjust to your requirements. For those travelling alone, book a cabin will be a perfect option and enjoy the stay on the boat with like-minded people. You can come with your partner or on your own and meet new people on the spot.
The boat consists of two cabin double and one cabin triple for a total of seven guests, which provide an extremely good private kitesurfing expedition.
 
Cuisine
Onboard, local & a little bit of western delicacies will be served for each meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) fresh fruit and vegetables. A big plus to appreciate the end of day & the sundown as alcohol is also included!
 
Facilities & Services
Both for kiters and non-kiters… We will be sailing lagoons, most of your time will be onboard and on the water riding, apart of sunbathing, swimming, getting around and sharing moments with friends or other riders. Bring a good book, some good music and take this time to resource yourself
 
Guides
2 advanced instructors will be on board to help you improve your riding and give you as much tuition as you can handle, think of it as having your own personal coaches/photographers for a few days!

Question 44

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One distinctive feature of Sri Lankan culture is the way in which ethnicity, language and religious affiliation correlate with one another, each being key determinants of an individual’s identity. Alongside the two largest ethnic groups – Sinhalese (74.9%) and Tamil (15.4%) – the third largest ethnic group is Sri Lankan Moors (9.2%). The remaining 0.5% of Sri Lanka’s population is comprised of Burghers (mixed European descent), Parsis (immigrants from west India) and Veddas (who are identified as the indigenous inhabitants of the land). The Tamils separate further into two groups, Sri Lankan Tamils and Indian Tamils.
Ethnicity and religion are often closely linked in Sri Lanka. In fact, one’s religion is often able to be interpreted from their ethnicity. More specifically, 70.2% of the population identify as Buddhist and are typically of Sinhalese ethnicity, while those who identify as Hindu (12.6%) tend to be ethnically Tamil. Although those who identify as Muslim (9.7%) come from various backgrounds (most being Sri Lankan Moors), they are commonly recognised as a single populace in Sri Lankan society.
The prevalence of Buddhism in Sri Lanka tends to reinforce the dominance of the Sinhalese majority. The Sinhalese elites and parts of the Buddhist Sangha who support Sinhala Buddhist nationalism argue that Sri Lanka is the ‘Dhamma Kingdom’ – the land of Buddhism.
There are three official languages of Sri Lanka: Sinhala, Tamil and English

Question 45

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Day 1 (L)
After your breakfast, you will take the lead to the un-exposed Angammedilla National Park (about 1hrs30min-2hrs transfer from Sigiriya/Dambulla, 45min from Polonnaruwa)), after your registration, you will venture first by foot to one part of the national park (in the bush) to reach the river which you will follow until you get back to your starting point. During this walk observe amazing forest and encounter wildlife species like giant flying squerrel, various monkey as Toque Macaques, White Langgur black face Monkey and also crocodile if they are not too shy to show themselve. You will then enter the another side of the park this time in 4x4 jeep to ride all the way to the giant reservoir “Parakrama Samudra” where by 4pm onward hordes of Elephants and giant tuskers can be seen. You will ride along the lake (depend of its water level) to look for them. Observe multiples varieties of vagrant and migrant birds on and by the reservoir which will had this ride worth to experience. After the incursion into the National Park, you will be transfer back to your property for you to enjoy the peaceful environment and its facilities. Rest of the evening and night free and easy
 
BE AWARE: if the water level of the Parakrama Samudra Lake will be too high, the 4x4 safari in Angamedilla NP will be transfer to Kaudulla NP

Question 46

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The property
This campsite will be only accessible by one road end of dusty road accessible via jeep. No toilet and shower will be established at this camp. We will define you the location where you will be able to do your needs and toiletry. During this night at your camp, you will be absolutely cut away from the normal way of life as no signal will cover the area, we will carry satellite phone in case of emergency. Before we leave this campside, we will entirely clean up our passage to let back the wild where it supposed to be with the minimum human impact.
Accommodation
Maduru Oya NP Camp Side (1-3 pax) Each 3 person tent with yoga mat will be bring along in one of the jeep. Toilet will be taken in the wilderness, (No shower place) – pure authentic camping experience.
Cuisine
Simple and very delightful local delicacies cook on the stove fire at the camp site. Where you will be enjoy to appreciate each meal as well we won’t forget some good coffee & tea to be given as much as possible all in being in unique less-people getaway
Guides
Local acknowledges guides, National Park Rangers & Jeep Driver
Depart can be organise everyday

Question 47

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Day 1
Picked up from your hotel in Galle and its surrounded early morning or late afternoon, taking the direction of Ambalangoda (40KM around 1hr drive) unique town which has an ancient tradition of mask making. For several centuries, a few families from this town had carefully crafted the different masks required to maintain specific aspects of Sri Lankan culture. The masks were an integral part of religious rituals, spiritual ceremonies, traditional plays, local dance forms, puppeteering, and general aesthetic expression. The use of these masks has, however, reduced in recent times along with the wane in influence of their associated cultural traditions. Still, a few loyal, gifted artisans keep playing their trade, and Janaka is one such person.
 
You will enter his workshop which is built into his very home which immediately takes you to another time; a different place. It is a labyrinth of Feerie masks, intense colour, and traditional pieces of art. Worldly interpretations of otherworldly artistic thoughts, they are. This is where you will first encounter ‘The Mask Man’. Janaka humbly reveals the nature of his work and life to you while offering a few light refreshments, before setting off to experience the daily sights and sounds that have shaped him. First, he takes you to an ancient Buddhist temple close to the heart of the town of Ambalangoda. A primary reason for the significance of the Sunandarama Temple is the bell tower it houses, which is known to be the largest in Sri Lanka. Also found here are several paintings dating back to the 18th century, with immense archaeological and historic value to, both, the region and the country. He briefly introduces a few fundamental Buddhist concepts: a deep reverence for the Buddha, the essence of his teaching, and the symbolic value of the Bo tree. A different temple, where the largest reclining Buddha statue (35m) rests is also swiftly visited. A short distance from the temple is an aesthetic treat; a few houses dedicated entirely to the art of mask carving. As with Janaka’s, their workshops too are set within their own homes. There is little separation between the craft they have honed for decades and their daily lives. Their stories, experiences and feelings, therefore, find their way into the detailed carvings on these masks. In every sense of the term, it is a family-run cottage industry. A quick moke ride away and Janaka immerses you in a vastly different artistic tradition. Batik — a cloth dyeing technique originating from Java, Indonesia and first introduced locally by the Sri Lankan Malays — is an important part of the cultural fabric of Sri Lanka. A small batik dyeing facility and the many processes involved are shown. Operated by several local ladies, they run their households with the additional income generated from this enterprise. Next, Janaka takes you to a functional coconut oil refinery. The ancient method of deriving coconut oil by applying immense pressure on the coconut flesh, using a millstone system, is employed here. The large stone wheel is kept in motion by a cow. Coconut oil is widely consumed in these parts as cooking oil, hair oil, and for its medicinal properties in the Ayurvedic tradition. This niche, alternate experience culminates with a return trip to The Mask Man’s workshop. A relaxed glimpse of the various mediums (canvas, plates, wooden pallets, etc.) that he employs to make traditional paintings is offered at this point. You can savour a fabulous meal prepared by his wife, within their own home. You will then get back on the road back to your property at Galle and its surrounded.

Question 48

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Day 1
At your arrival at the heart of the city, you will change your transport to embark into a 2 -3hrs tuk tuk journey. You’ll wander through woods where crumbling walls and stone pillars emerge from overgrown grasses, ride & walk deeper into the forest to discover what was once unknown, this 2,000 year old city revealing itself to you. Stand among the silent ruins as you gaze in all directions,  breeze will stir the trees first on your left, then on your right, as it winds through the forest. The dampness of the heat will stick to you in the middle of the day as you pad through unpaved paths leading to moss-covered brick walls and moonstones and thousand-year-old Buddha sculptures. Giant stupas will tower over the largest trees, and you’ll realize that seeing a single one of these far on the horizon is more impressive than a modern city skyline. You’ll walk the round bases of countless dagobas, craning your neck to see the top, gazing at the white plaster that makes them instantly recognizable throughout the country where silently witness the devout as they pray and lay offerings at these active religious sites.

Question 49

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Day 1 (L)
Picked up from your hotel in Galle and its surrounded to be a your host house in Galle by 12pm. At your arrival at your host house, you will be introduced then within the cozy setting of her spacious kitchen and beautiful, open-styled home, Shahira introduces some of these flavours through a scrumptious full meal. The passing down of age old recipes is an intimate and emotional affair. Mindful of this notion, she imparts this culinary wisdom to those who partake in this unique, local experience in a loving manner, while also sharing numerous simple kitchen secrets that are essential in the authentic preparation of any Sri Lankan meal. She expertly guides you through the individual steps that go into preparing each course and ensures that the participants are actively involved throughout.
Today you will learn how to prepare Hoppers which are essentially crisp, bowl-shaped pancakes prepared from fermented rice flour. It is believed that they first made their way to Sri Lanka from South India, possibly through the influence of the Sri Lankan Tamil community. Hoppers (Anglicized), or ‘appa’ as they are referred to locally, have certainly become culturally synonymous with Sri Lankan cuisine today. They are enjoyed mostly at dinnertime. As accompaniments, several tasteful curries incorporating either fish or meat are offered, along with a fiery chilli and onion based condiment that is a must-have with any hopper meal. After 5pm, we will bring you back to your hotel in Galle or its surrounded.

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Picked up from your hotel in Galle and its surrounded to be at one of the Weligama Beach by 8am. After being welcome and introduce, your Kayak Guide who is trained in CPR and First Aid will explain the day and will help you to set all your equipment. When everybody ready, grab your Sea kayaking then paddle the whole day around the Weligama bay and on route we visit the Mirissa fishing harbor, the clay cliffs of the southern end of the bay and the many reefs and small islands. Often we have a packed lunch as visit some beaches which are exclusive to those making the effect by boat. We can get extremely lucky and be with the whale too. Back to the beach in the middle of the afternoon to the beach where your transportation will be awaiting for you, get in it and go for your next destination.

Question 51

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The property
Samadhi is owned by antique dealer and organic farmer manqué, Waruna Jayasinghe, erstwhile hippy, who has turned a piece of jungle into a small, perfectly balanced micro-kingdom which supplies you with all the creature comforts  for your retreat. He started building his dream child during  a particularly hectic time in his life, while running Antique shops in two cities, – with authentic Kandyan antiques and Medieval Sinhalese artifacts.
The inspiration for the design and architecture was born of meditation. And so you willingly leave your city husk behind at the gates…with no signal for mobile phones, it is the perfect opportunity to let nothing interrupt the sounds of forest birdsong, of tree frogs and crickets and the whisper of the breeze from the trees.
 
Accommodation
The 13 pavilions, which lean out of the hillside, are veritable temples of tranquility. They are designed to make you feel you are the only person staying here. Privacy is everything. Yet there are no unnecessary walls.
This results in a truly serene environment surrounded by urns, art and treasures dating back to a time Kandy was a Royal realm. Here everything is king-sized. The Indonesian teak bed in a double room is spacious enough to sleep three people comfortably. But even the smallest suite provides a four-poster bed to dream in.
"Mud house accommodation listed below is less luxurious though spacious and has character of traditional village houses (albeit on a much larger scale!) These are frequently sought out amongst the guests who return to Samadhi time and time again to relish the original flavor of an old Sinhala village. They all have spacious bathrooms withy showers and hot water."
 
TOP HILL HOUSE
Honeymoon Suite
(situated on top floor of Mountain Pavilion) has 360 degree views of mountains, forest and provides:
1 small double bedroom,1 king-size living room open to views both sides + separate bathroom with antique bath and twin showers.
 
Mountain Pavilion (connected to honeymoon suite)
(situated on floor below the Honeymoon Suite) has great views of mountain, forest and provides:
2 double bedrooms with shared bathroom with antique bath, large veranda looking onto mountain, a self-catering kitchenette when required.
 
CLASSIC WING
Knuckles Pavilion
(situated on floor below the Rooftop restaurant) has 360 degree view of Knuckles Range in distance) providing:
spacious suite with 2 double beds and living area with sofas, a dining table + chairs for 8, a very large bathroom with king size antique bath +a spacious terrace leading from French windows of Suite. Decoration focus is antique furnishings and theatre curtains.
 
Ramya Pavilion
5 minutes from the main restaurant with the view of the jungle.large apartment with two king size double beds, one nature bath room with a large antique bath tub and a large separated upper sitting and dining area with a nice veranda.
 
Painters Pavilion
(situated on floor below Knuckles Pavilion) provides 2 king size double beds in spacious Suite, a terrace and large bathroom with antique bath. Views of Knuckles Range and forest. Decoration focus is on Art by local Painters.
 
Textile Pavilion
(situated next to Painters Pavilion on floor below the Knuckles Pavilion) provides spacious self contained suite featuring 2 King-size double beds, sitting area with sofas/coffee table, dining room, outdoor terrace, large next-to-nature bathroom with antique bath, shower with 180 degree view of open forest. Decoration focus is antique Kandyan textiles.
 
Thripala Pavilion
(situated next to Knuckles Pavilion but entirely self contained) provides 3 double bedrooms, 2 large next-to-nature bathrooms featuring king-size antique baths + shower against forest backdrop and large living/dining room with dining table seating 6 as well as an outside terrace. Decoration focus is antique furniture and theatre curtains.
 
RIVER ROOMS
Huluganga Pavillion
This room is 100 meters away from the dining area . A bit remote place. And it's in front of the river . It has a open windows covering from traditional carpets . 180 degrees open to the nature. Have 1 double bed and 1 single bed in the room. There is a nice view of river and jungle. Bathroom is small compared to our other rooms. Ideal accommodation for long stays/ writers & artists wanting absolute privacy.
 
Huluganga Breeze
This room is 100 meters away from the dining area . This room is fully covered. Don't have open windows .Situated on floor directly below the above pavilion. It's also has view /sounds of river + large L-shaped veranda with 360 degree view of forest/river with 2 double beds, 2 single beds and separate shower room .
 
MUD HOUSE
Mud house No 12+13
(situated overlooking view and sounds of river) is 2-minute walk to No 10+11 mud house, provides simple accommodation in 2 large double beds + 1 single with shared bathroom (between these two rooms).
 
Mud house no 10+11
It has two separate room with shared bathroom. It's a outdoor bathroom and rooms are small. Bathrooms with showers and hot water. Have Mud walls with cow dung. Looks like old Traditional Sri Lankan House. Veranda overlooking the complex/forest
 
Sooriya Pavilion
Triple room with hot and cold shower includes one double bed and one single bed .
 
Each room features rustic design wooden furniture, extra-large pillows, 100% cotton, high thread count sheets, coffee and tea making facilities and cabinet.
 
Cuisine
All the food prepared at Samadhi is organic and freshly picked before each meal. It is vegetarian cookery at its best. The rice you eat is home grown and  one of thirteen ancient Sinhala varieties organically farmed in the paddy fields across the river. The water you drink is sourced directly from an unpolluted mountain spring on Samadhi land.
Breakfast taken in the dining pavilion which is open on four sides to the forest and the river sounds is sumptuous by any standard. Steamed Manioc (cassava) with grated coconut, Gotukola mallun, Egg curry, pumpkin, sambo and Milk-rice are preceded by home grown pineapple, Papaya and guava.
 
Its surrounded
The inspiration for the design and architecture was born of meditation. And so you willingly leave your city husk behind at the gates…with no signal for mobile phones, it is the perfect opportunity to let nothing interrupt the sounds of forest birdsong, of tree frogs and crickets and the whisper of the breeze from the trees.
 The thirteen pavilions, which lean out of the hillside, are veritable temples of tranquility. They are designed to make you feel you are the only person staying here. Privacy is everything. Yet there are no unnecessary walls.
This results in a truly serene environment surrounded by urns, art and treasures dating back to a time Kandy was a Royal realm. Here everything is king-sized. The Indonesian teak bed in a double room is spacious enough to sleep three people comfortably. But even the smallest suite provides a four-poster bed to dream in.
On waking in the early hours listen to tree frogs whose cacophony seems like a child tinkering  with a Xylophone. The birds call to their mates. The deer cough, the wild boar are evident only by the rustle in the bush and the porcupine is even more timid.
 
Facilities & Services
Perfect retreat away to all current technology (no tv, no air cond, no ipod dock,…), the Wifi is only available from the terrasse where you will have some of the tea break. No Swimming pool.  But you will have amazing landscape, unique zen property offering the best of Ayurvedha & yoga in the whole central Sri Lanka. A perfect retreat to live the lush experience of rejuvenate before continuing your adventure through the pearl of Indian Ocean.
 
Guides
Professional Samadhi Retreat members (team member, yoga instructor, Ayurveda doctor) will accompany you during your experience

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Picked up from your hotel in Colombo around 10.00am to take the direction to Hokandara, lying along the outer periphery of Colombo’s numerous suburbs, After a short bumpy ride down a rugged, narrow lane off the main road, and the terrain changes drastically. Here you encounter the first glimpses of rural beauty inherent in the island’s general landscape where the farm is established
An acre of agricultural land farmed by an elderly lady from the village is the setting for this local experience. What is special here, is her chosen livelihood and the hands-on guidance she provides to other farmers in the area, in what is generally a male-dominated profession when looking at Sri Lanka’s long agrarian history. The produce found here include dambala (the winged bean), heirloom tomatoes, soursop, and several varieties of chilli pepper. The experience revolves around the plucking of these fruits and vegetables, and their subsequent preparation in her outdoor kitchen. Her reliance on traditional agricultural methods and natural fertilizers such as cow dung in their cultivation, ensure that you are served high quality,
organically grown produce. The meal is cooked using a simple firewood stove assembled on the ground with a few fired, clay bricks and her readily available supply of dried firewood. This cooking experience consists of six curries highlighting simple village fare, a local mix of leaves, freshly prepared soursop juice, and a king coconut to refresh yourself and round off the meal! The inclusion of meat, other customized needs, and special dietary requirements can be accommodated. After your homemade lunch, you will depart back to your property (arrival estimated 4pm)

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At your arrival at the heart of the city, you will change your transport to embark into a 2 -3hrs tuk tuk journey. You’ll wander through woods where crumbling walls and stone pillars emerge from overgrown grasses, ride & walk deeper into the forest to discover what was once unknown, this 2,000 year old city revealing itself to you. Stand among the silent ruins as you gaze in all directions,  breeze will stir the trees first on your left, then on your right, as it winds through the forest. The dampness of the heat will stick to you in the middle of the day as you pad through unpaved paths leading to moss-covered brick walls and moonstones and thousand-year-old Buddha sculptures. Giant stupas will tower over the largest trees, and you’ll realize that seeing a single one of these far on the horizon is more impressive than a modern city skyline. You’ll walk the round bases of countless dagobas, craning your neck to see the top, gazing at the white plaster that makes them instantly recognizable throughout the country where silently witness the devout as they pray and lay offerings at these active religious sites.

Question 54

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Picked up from your hotel in Galle and its surrounded by 2pm, taking the direction of a local school teacher residence located in Galle. During this 1.30-2 hrs of this DIY experience is designed to engage kids through creative work whether it’s arts or crafts and help them explore their imagination while on holiday so that their parents can have some much needed time off or even joining the activities and share with their kids this activity. After this activity, you will depart back to your property in or around Galle

Question 55

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Accommodation
Government Resthouse (1-3pax) Each basic room offer one queen or 2 single beds with attached simple bathroom with only cold water
 
Ridge Bivouac Camp Site (1-2pax) Each 2 person quickhiker ultralight tent with self-inflating mattress will be carried by each trekker (no porter). Toilet and shower will be taken in the wilderness – pure authentic camping experience
 
Gal Oya NP Camp Site (1-2pax) Each 2 person quickhiker ultralight tent with self-inflating mattress will be bring along in one of the 4x4 jeep. Toilet will be taken in the wilderness, (No shower place) – pure authentic camping experience
 
Cuisine
Simple and very delightful local delicacies cook on wood fire or on the stove depend of the camps location. You will venture trying native veddah cuisine which become extremely rare to get to try out their delicacies as well as purely Sri Lankan freshly made dishes. We won’t forget some good coffee & tea to be given as much as possible.
At the government resthouse, simple sri Lankan dishes will be made with the opportunity to get some fresh beers or carbonated drinks
 
Facilities & Services
Apart at the Government Resthouse where a restaurant will give you the basic necessity, absolutely no facilities in both camp sites will be available
 
Guides
Local acknowledges guides, National Park Rangers & Native Veddah Guides in maximum small groups (1:8 maximum, but usually no more than 1:6).
Only depart every Monday, Wednesday, Friday

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The property
The both campsite will be only accessible by one road end of dusty road accessible via jeep and one through out a journey trek across the evergreen Savanna. No toilet and shower will be established at both camps. We will define you the location where you will be able to do your needs and toiletry. During nights at your camps, you will be absolutely cut away from the normal way of life as no signal will cover the area, we will carry satellite phone in case of emergency. Before we leave this campside, we will entirely clean up our passage to let back the wild where it supposed to be with the minimum human impact.
 
Accommodation
Maduru Oya NP Camp Site (1-4pax) Each 3 person tent with yoga mat will be bring along in one of the jeep. Toilet will be taken in the wilderness, (No toilet &shower place) – pure authentic camping experience.
 
Ridge Bivouac Camp Site (1-4pax) Each person will sleep on a yoga mat on open air in an open cave. Toilet and shower will be taken in the wilderness – pure authentic camping experience
 
No electricity available inside National Camp
 
Cuisine
Simple and very delightful local delicacies cook on wood fire or on the stove depend of the camps location. You will venture trying native veddah cuisine which become extremely rare to get to try out their delicacies as well as purely Sri Lankan freshly made dishes. We won’t forget some good coffee & tea to be given as much as possible. Alcohol will not be permitted inside the park (for all Non Alcoholic Beverage, please buy prior entrance the National Park). Please remain to bring back all garbage you will bring in
 
Facilities & Services
No facilities will be provided apart being where you are. Such a lush & uniqueless to be able to spend the night(s) inside one national park (not just outside the NP gate) and one night in the middle of the wilderness in a cave. Our team will take good care of you during your stay.
 
Guides
Local acknowledges guides, & Native Veddah Guides, National Park Rangers & Jeep Driver
 
Depart can be organise everyday

Question 57

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The Property
Our camp is about 300 KM up-north from Colombo, on route you could stop to see Elephants and Ancient Cities as well. Our Kitecamp is very special and continue to be a rustic stylish property with lots of cafre and attention to details. This is our home and we live on the premises. A lot of care and attention goes into it. From every plant to the placement of each stone you will experience our love for design and art.
The Vayu Resort wooden cabanas have been designed having studied our locations in Kalpitiya. We have 12 bungalows and 6 tents – so the camp will be pretty exclusive. Each wooden bungalow has been elevated to give you a nice view of the ocean and clearance from the sand that can fly due to high winds. We have included a 2 to 4-bed option making the bungalows suitable for groups of friends and families.
The open-air washroom gives you a novel experience: shower under the stars! A verandah has been included for you to relax in privacy. All bungalows will be stand-alone and will have mosquito nets.
Each bungalow is a short walk from the Adam’s Bridge and surrounded by nature.
 
The sunsets as well as the starry nights are stunning and between some kite rides or beach chilling, you can try out Yoga, Massage, SUP, Kayaks and nature-based excursions. Nothing better to try out our Cuisine which we set Local food reflecting the Northern delicacies as well as Western.
 
Accommodation 
Deluxe Bungalow (1-4 pax) 6 accommodations options for individual, couple or group of friends to live and experience kitecamp atmosphere and feeling. You will love it
Garden Bungalow (1-3 pax) The tranquility of the 6 white sand garden view bungalows is ideal for nature lovers beauty of the ocean and the beach from your terrace.
Deluxe Tent (1-4 pax) The 6 tents are set in the middle of our tropical garden. Big and comfortable with a common washroom, they come with everything needed.
Peak period bookings will incur Peak Season charges : 1 May – 31 Oct & 01 Dec- 31 Mar
Cuisine
You will discover a wide variety of local and international cuisine freshly picked from North Mannar Area. Seafood brought daily by the local fisherman. All day round, enjoy our free tea coffee and water bar! Buffet style will be serve during each meal, with possibility to opt for “A la carte” option dining.
One small Bar will offer you a limited of alcoholic & non alcoholic beverage and some almost “presque”perfect original espresso, many more.
Facilities & Services
Both for kiters and non-kiters… We are more than a kite camp is a great place for chilling, even if your mind is not set on riding… If you don’t kite, if you’re tired, or if you have kids, try our free bees: Stand Up Paddle, Kayak, Wakeboard, Volleyball, Bike, Slack line, pétanque, Dart game, Board games…During low season or if we don’t have wind we organize wakeboarding session & some snorkeling boat session…
Guides
we believe that everyone can improve something about the way they kite, and we want to help you do just that. Whether you’re working on your upwind riding position, trying your first jumps, or even trying to crack that elusive backmobe, our advanced clinics could be the perfect solution for you.
Our advanced IKO Certified instructors know exactly how to help you improve your technique, and can suggest the next steps and/or new tricks for you to try.
Our clinics are designed to help give you the confidence and the know how to push yourself safely, with theory, demonstrations, and video coaching to show you exactly where your mistakes are being made. It’s difficult in the moment to know what’s gone wrong with a trick, and being able to see the mistake on video makes it much easier to correct the next time. We’ll even throw in some nice photos at the end of your stay so you can show off to your mates what new skills you’ve picked up.

Question 58

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The property
Modern with touch of rustic lodge offering comfortable bedding & European washroom permitting to appreciate “Million Dollars” views given from just below the World End, don’t forget to bring some warm clothing,
 
Accommodation
Double / Twin Room (1-3 pax) . There’s a kitchen, the hosted couple’s bedroom – which doubles as storage space – a narrow corridor, and a small but comfortable guestroom, simply furnished with a bed, chair, candles and a trunkful of books. There are no facilities, no electricity and candles and a kerosene lamp provide the only light at night.
 
Cuisine
Basic and tasty dishes and special diets catered for.
 
Facilities & Services
Baby-foot, wifi, free flow coffee & tea, filter water, 24hrs electricity, warm water.
 
Guides
Our experienced trekking guide will bring you along during this 3 days, as well as the National park ranger for the climb of the Kirigalpoththa, will be our guides & hosts.

Question 59

EAST COAST - NILAVELI SNORKELING

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CHOICE BETWEEN 2 SNORKELING DESTINATION
 
OPT1 - PIGEON ISLAND MARINE PARK SNORKELING (morning or afternoon)
Day 1
At your arrival at the dive center (8.30am or 1.30pm), after being welcome and introduced, you will try out your equipment before heading to the speedboat who will be awaiting for you at the beach. You will experience a “mise a l’eau” with some sensation and take the direction of Pigeon Island Marine Park within a boat ride of around 20 minutes. Arrival at site, jump into the stunning blue sea and snorkel for a maximum 3hrs, open your eyes as loads of hard corals, amazing Indian Ocean underwater biodiversity. Ssometime turtles, mostly also Black Tip Reef Sharks in the shallow water can be observe. Get back on your boat and depart to your the dive center from where you will leave a new destination.
 
OPT2 - NILAVELI CORAL ISLAND SNORKEL (Morning or Afternoon)
Day 1
At your arrival at the dive center (8.30am or 1.30pm), after being welcome and introduced, you will try out your equipment before heading to the speedboat who will be awaiting for you on the beach. You will experience a “mise a l’eau” with some sensation and take the direction the Coral Island Reef from where you will jump in the water all equipments on and snorkel for 2hrs in this underwater paradise, where perfect blue turquoise water blended fantastically with the color of the coral reef & the multiple variety of fish. After your 2 hrs of pure pleasure (you can extend of 1 more hr with an additional cost, let us know during your booking inquiry), get back on your boat and depart to the dive center from where you will leave to your next destination.

Question 60

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Day 1 (L)
Picked up from your hotel in Galle and its surrounded to be a your host house in Galle by 12pm. Art your arrival you will be great by your host who is Ifthikar Mahuroof. He is a fourth generation member of a distinguished gem family hailing from the coastal city of Galle. His life is a treasure trove of emotionally-moving anecdotes, descriptive narratives and personal accounts. Stories on world personalities that he has met, epic travels to far off lands, and the romantic history of Ceylon’s gem trade, unravel slowly during the course of this one-of-a-kind experience. The ‘Gem Stories’ experience revolves around an individual who has played a vital role in the continuation of this trade.
After your lunch you will be farewell by your host before you will then get back on the road back to your property at Galle and its surrounded.

Question 61

THE PALMYRAH HOUSE - 3/4*

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The property

Palmyrah House is situated in the approximate center of Mannar Island, with easy access to any place on the isle. We offer comfortable rooms, delicious food, a swimming pool, traditional well bath, recreational area, gym, library, bar, restaurant and some sightseeing bicycle ride around the safe, clean Mannar Island. Palmyrah House covers 35 acres, hosting fourteen rooms, all manned by our friendly and local staff which has been trained daily and carefully by Udaya (The resident manager and its team). By their genuine personalities, the entire team of The Palmyrah House will take good care of every of your need
 
Accommodation
The Palmyrah House is a luxury boutique hotel, consisting of fourteen rooms, all elegantly furnished for maximum comfort. Naturally all rooms are air conditioned, with their own private deck, adjoining bathrooms with hot-and-cold showers and having access to Wi-Fi. One of the guest building houses six bedrooms, with two on the upper deck and four on the lower deck. In addition, there are four chalets, with two rooms each as well as adequate housing for the staff.
 
Superior Room (1-2 pax)
 
Only 4 rooms (Ground floor only) with private design bathroom with individually controlled A/C, set with 2 full-sized single beds (for twin or queen request) with direct access to private own veranda,Wheel-chair accessiblity

Deluxe Room (1-3 pax)
 
Only 8 rooms with private design bathroom with individually controlled A/C, set with 1 king-sized bed (plus 1 full-sized single bed for triple occupancy) with direct access to private own deck (decks of suite can be conjointed to form a large deck for groups / family room). Wheel-chair accessiblity
Suite Room (2-4 pax) 
 
Only 2 rooms en-suite bathroom with dual wash-basins & bath tub. Luxuriously appointed 2 suites with one King-size & 1 Queen-size beds with individual controlled A/C, with direct access to private own deck. Wheel-chair accessiblity
 
PS: An expansive 950 sq each of two luxuriously appointed suites with triple bed space facing large screen TV screens, and en-suite bathrooms featuring bath tubs with spacious private conjoined decks.

Cuisine
 
Some of the best cuisine in Mannar, all meals are provided and dishes can be tailor-made to your tastes with a little prior notice. However, we do recommended that our visitors try our acclaimed local menu. Meals can be taken either at the restaurant (capable of seating 40 people), or at your own private deck. The food is prepared from the freshest ingredients from each day's ocean bounty as well as the best organic produce from Totum Farms. Guests should also try our homemade palmyrah jaggery and chili paste
 
Facilities & Services
 
Everyone of you need to stay refreshed, whether it be swimming pools, traditional well baths or trips to the beach. Enjoy our delicious local cuisine, made from the freshest local ingredients of land and sea. Burn off those calories at our gym, or take a sightseeing bicycle ride around the safe, clean roads of Mannar Island. You can
also rent snorkeling gear if they are planning an ocean adventure and guides are available if they wish to explore the many natural and historical sites of Mannar. Also of interest is our beautiful range of signature handmade palmyrah products.
 
Guides
Our in-house Ornithologist will bring you along looking for the most birds possible during your time her - Combine group 1:10

Question 62

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Day 1 (-)
By 5 am we will pick you up at your property around Kirinda to take the direction of Kirinda Beach where after getting your equipment embark into the speedboat for 1hr ride all the way to the exclusive Lighthouse reef so-called “Great Basses”. At your arrival at the first dive site, equiped yourself then by 7:30am, backroll entry then venture into this unique Sri Lanka underwater world where historical element blend perfectly with untouched underwater paradise and its wildlife.
 
Depart for your second dive in another site which will be decide at-site following the underwater current and weather. Last dive for this day but not least this is the place to see fish! Groupers, Gray Sharks, Tuna, Angelfishes, Rays, Giant Maori Wrasses (Napoleons),Snappers and millions of other denizens of the ocean. Undoubtedly for this 45min dive, the Basses are the foremost place to Do-Not-Miss dive in Sri Lanka.
 
By 10.30am, you will depart back to Kirinda. At your arrival, you will transfer vehicule to head off to your property.

Question 63

INCLUDED / EXCLUDED

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What is Included?
Local bike guide , entrance fee  of Polonnaruwa sites, individual bike
 
What is Excluded?
Your own drink you desire us to set up in the ice box

Question 64

Buy a local sim card at the airport

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Mobile Phones Companies have booths in the arrivals area of Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport offer at the arrival Local SIM cards are cheap for unlocked phones.
Mobile coverage across Sri Lanka is good in built-up areas and cheap. You can get a SIM card that has data and voice credit for as low as Rs 700 with a domestic call cost of Rs 2 per minute.

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CEYLON WILD SAFARIS - 5*

DSD - INTRODUCTION TO SCUBA DIVE

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Before your travel to Maldives

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