Back to Sri Lankan roots

Meet at your first hotel closer to the airport. Explore the Negombo lagoon at sunset for a moment of serenity amidst the biodiversity as you take a culinary adventure to begin your root exploration.

Journey through the rugged roads of Ceylon to reach your hotel nestled in the wilderness. Hop on board a safari jeep and enter the Wilpattu national park for a hearty exploration of the wild with your private ranger. Dinner under the glistening stars to enjoy a moment with nature

Sound of the rustling leaves and the chirpy birds – a true call of the wild is your alarm today! Starting your next journey to the northern coast of Sri Lanka, while traveling make a quick stop to explore the closest point to our neighbour India.

A traditional breakfast of the north before you begin your exploration of the tales untold for many years. A concoction of culture, beliefs, customs and cuisine of the north is a highlight of your day today. Be a local at heart as you explore the authenticity of this land. End the day by listing to the stories of the by gone era from a local.

Journey through to the first kingdom of Ceylon. A sacred exploration awaits as you are guided through the grandiose tales which makes this sprawling city rich in simplicity.

Are you beach ready? A quick getaway to the sandy shores of the east. Feast your curious minds with a quick city guide before you settle in your resort to hit the beach.

A day to catch the amazing sunrise before you head out in search of one of the big five’s – the graceful Whales and the playful dolphins. A day to let your playful spirit take over your soul as you spend some quality time testing the waters of the east.

Greetings of the indigenous people in Sri Lanka await you today. Make a quick stop en route to explore the UNESCO world heritage site - Sigiriya and the rich stories of our ancestors.

Embark on a hike up one of the most scenic climbs in the area known as the alien rock and spend a unique evening in Mahiyanganaya to immerse yourself in the way of life of the indigenous people of Ceylon.

Entering into the final kingdom of Sri Lanka which is another culture capital of Sri Lanka be prepared to enrich your day by visiting the Sacred temple of the tooth while gazing through its architectural marvels.

A refreshing day as you wander through the serenity of a sancturay nestled in the midst of the city of Kandy. Be one with nature as you take in the beuaty of your surrounding and explore the compact city at your own pace.

Today, you will journey through to your next adventure destination via a great rail journey. Hop on board a scenic rail ride to reach your next destination which is bound to have your heart pumping as you jump on board a air flated raft to glide through the Kelani river testing your skills of balance and agility.

Thirsty for more adventure? Join a 2hr trek into the rain forest through the verdant path that leads to pure serenity. After a moment with nature taking in the purity of your surrounding you will be back on the road again towards the bustling city of Colombo.
Glam up in the evening to meet a team of locals who will join you for a farewell dinner. Afterwards, enjoy exploring the city of Colombo to your hearts content as you groove to the beats of Ceylon.

After a well deserving breakfast we will part ways to catch your flight back home to share your experience with family and friends. Stay connected and see you soon back again in Sri Lanka!

Enjoy a boat ride with one of the local experts through the smooth waters of one of Sri Lanka's largest coastal lagoons. Discover the life of our fishing community. As you float through the colorful wilderness of fishing boats, coconut palms, mangrove forests, bird life, and marine creatures, tell stories about local history.

The Wilpattu National Park, located on Sri Lanka's west coast, extends inland towards the ancient city of Anuradhapura in the Cultural Triangle. The park is mostly dry zone jungle with a few flood plain lakes banked with delicate white sands. It has an impressive variety of flora in vast expanses of forest, as well as diverse wildlife.
The prevalence of villus, or natural lakes - similar to basins - is a topographical characteristic unique to this part of the island. The Wilpattu National Park's villus, with the exception of two, all contain pure rainwater and are home to a diverse diversity of resident and migratory waterbirds.

The Indian Sanskrit epic Ramayana by Valmiki mentions a bridge called Setubandhanam, which connects India to Sri Lanka, the land of Ravana, the ruler of men and god. The epic attributes the bridge's construction to Rama's ape army, which was assisting him in his war against Ravana in order to reclaim his wife, Sita.
True to the tradition, a bridge existed between Sri Lanka and India not long ago, linking Rameswaram Island off the southeastern coast of Tamil Nadu, India, and Mannar Island off the northwestern coast of Sri Lanka. According to geological data, this bridge was once a land link between India and Sri Lanka, consisting of a sequence of limestone shoals bordered by a shallow sea of one to ten meters in depth.

Across the northern peninsula, an exciting mix of historical, cultural, and geographical activities awaits. The wonders of our huge territory, which are largely undiscovered, have survived decades of conflict and have been carefully preserved for everyone who come upon them.

Anuradhapura – a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the north central part of the Island was the first capital (5th century BC - 9th century AD), the centre of the island's Buddhist civilization and undoubtedly the grandest city of ancient Sri Lanka. In antiquity and the interest, it is the equal of any ancient 'buried city' in the world. The oldest historically documented tree on earth (over 2,200 years old) - The Sri Maha Bodhi, brought as a sapling of the tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment, and the island's oldest Buddhist shrines - some dating back to the 3rd century BC, impressive white 'dagabas' (relic chambers) and monuments embellished with handsome stone carvings or sculpture, pleasure gardens, beautifully executed stone baths and ponds and a superb irrigation system of reservoirs and canals are the main attractions of Anuradhapura. Specific places to visit are - the Brazen Palace (2nd century B.C.), with 1600 significant stone columns are the remains of a magnificent multi-storied residence for monks – an engineering marvel at the time, Ruwanweli Seya (2nd century B.C) the most famous of all the dagoba’s, originally depicted the perfect water-bubble shape that modern restoration has not been able to accurately reproduce, Samadhi Buddha (3rd century B.C.) regarded as the finest rock sculpture in the island - depicting the Buddha in a state of deep meditation, Isurumuniya rock temple (3rd century B.C.) known for its rock carving of the “Lovers”, Kuttam Pokuna, twin ponds (3rd century B.C.) which were used by monks of this glorious era as a bathing pool. Thuparama (3rd century B.C.), the oldest dagoba in the island – enshrines the right collarbone of Buddha, Ratnaprasada with the best preserved Guard Stone, Mahasena’s Palace with its renowned Moonstone, Abayagiri and Jetevanarama – a huge dagoba said to the largest brick built structure in the world.

This lovely town in the east coast is home to an old fort inside which is a Hindu temple perched high on rocky cliff. This unique location offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscape and the turquoise waters just below and the deep blue Indian Ocean as far as the eye can see.
Trincomalee is famed for its natural harbor. Described by Admiral Lord Nelson as the finest harbor in the world when he visited aboard HMS sea shore in 1770. It is ranked as the worlds 5th largest natural harbors. During the Second World War the harbor became the base for the combined East Asian Fleet of the Allied Powers.

Sigiriya - A mighty 600 ft high rock-fortress of a 5th century King is famous for its entrancingly beautiful frescoes which are found in a sheltered pocket of the rock. One cannot fail to marvel at the masterful execution of the sinuous forms of these women (originally 500, of which only 19 remain today). The old stairway to the top led through the mouth of a huge crouching lion, carved from the rock- today only the paws remain. Remains of the handsome royal citadel are on the summit.

The word "Wedda" means "people of the forests," and for ages, members of the indigenous population of Sri Lanka have given safety in the Dambana forest. Learn about their intriguing forest dweller lifestyle and how they have adapted to changing times.

According to legend, Ravana used this unusually shaped mountain as an airport. However, in recent years, local villagers have also reported seeing UFOs.
This land is shrouded in mystery, as the vegetation found on the mountain appears suspicious to both travelers and historians. Take a hike into the unknown and share your experience with family and friends.

Kandy – a lovely exotic city, the Hill Capital and last stronghold of the Sinhala Kings is a UNESCO World Heritage Site which retains an aura of grandeur, time has not affected. Encircled by hills, with a tranquil lake in its centre, it is the site of the renowned temple that enshrines the Tooth Relic of the Buddha and the Royal Botanical gardens – home to one of the world’s best collections of Orchids. A cultural sanctuary where many legends, traditions and folklore are still lovingly kept alive, Kandy and its satellite villages are the centre of the islands handicraft industry (items of wood, brass & silver) exquisite silver or gold jewellery and precious gems of many varieties including the world’s best blue and star sapphires. The highlight of the city’s calendar is the Esala Perahera, when a replica of the casket enclosing the Tooth is taken in procession for ten glittering nights in July/August by exotically costumed dancers, drummers and approximately 100 Elephants.

Colombo – the trade and commercial capital has long been the traditional gateway to the Orient. Sri Lanka’s largest city, it is located on the west coast and draws together all the cultures, religions and influences of foreign lands into a pot-pourri of sounds, smells and a kaleidoscope of colour. The original traders and settlers - the Arabs, Portuguese, Dutch and the British have left in their wake churches and monuments, names and religions, costumes and food and smatterings of their languages which have been absorbed into the speech of the Sri Lankan. Today, Colombo is a fascinating city - a happy blend of east & west, past & present, with a charm of its own. A less known but amazingly true fact is that Colombo has a superb range of high quality restaurants serving food from all over the world and some of the best shopping opportunities in Asia. The main seaport of Sri Lanka is in Colombo & adjoining it, is Pettah, a local bazaar & trading area. Other places of interest are the beautiful Buddhist temples, Hindu temples, mosques, the historic Wolfendhal church, (1749) residential areas where you find the stately homes of the affluent, the Colombo Museum, the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall, the New Parliament in Sri Jayewardenepura, the Folk Art Centre, Art Galleries, Parks, Independence Square, the Zoo, the Ceramic Corporation famous for its well known brand “Noritake” and ODEL the renowned shopping center.