Sri Lanka Beach
Tour 02
Duration
Tour Type
Discover the treasures of Sri Lanka’s coastal wonders in a 13-day journey. Begin in Negombo, a charming beach town, before unwinding on Bentota’s captivating shores. Explore historic Galle and seek the exhilaration of Whale Watching in Mirissa. Ascend to the heights of Ella, where hikes and breathtaking landscapes await. Immerse in nature at Yala National Park’s safari, and experience the vibrant cityscape of Colombo. An unforgettable adventure filled with culture, nature, and coastal beauty.
Tour Experiences
Itinerary Plan
After touching down in out wonderful island, you will first be taken to Negombo, specifically an angelic Beach town, which has been dubbed as ‘Little Rome’. It is close enough to your airport, for you to have a fair amount of relaxation after your long flight. After a significant amount of rest, you will have the options of either, go for a walk around town and visit a few breathtakingly beautiful colonial churches, or you could take a boat ride down the longest canal in Sri Lanka, the Muthurajawela Canal. This area is home to more than a hundred species of birds.
Overnight stay – Negambo
Make your way to the gorgeous beach town of Bentota, and visit the equally breathtaking Bentota beach hotel designed by Bawa in 1969. Afterwards, you are given the chance to visit Lunuganga garden, 10 acres of pure beauty that had once been in the possession of Bawa. Later on, you will be able to stroll down the gardens, just as Bawa did all those decades ago. Some, who have visited the gardens themselves, say that they were overtaken with a sudden flow of creative energy, just as Bawa may have been.
Overnight stay – Bentota
If it is within your preferences, you are able to go Whale Watching from Mirissa. The expedition begins at 6 a.m. Or you also have the choice of going on a tour of the Galle Fort. You will be guided by the renowned British author Juliet Combes. You will be able to explore the narrow streets, which are filled to the brim by various who sell eye-catching decorative items, as well as often handmade jewellery. Later on in the way you will be able to visit a hotel project, by the name of Ahungalla Heritance, which was created by Bawa in 1979.
Overnight stay – Mirissa
You will be able to have breakfast at the hotel; afterwards you have the option of going on a wonderful hike with an English Trekking guide. You also have the options of Climbing ‘Ella Rock’, or give your soul a treat by feasting on the rich countryside of Bandarawela. Another great area for a hike is Haputale. And, depending on the route you choose, you will be able to have a quiet little swim in a waterfall, visit a tea factory or even meet a few tea pickers who wouldn’t mind giving you a demonstration.
You will be able to embark on a jeep safari in Yala National Park, which is home to a multitude of various animals from various species. This park is extremely famous for its Leopard population. You will be able to witness one napping on a rock or tree, or maybe even visiting a waterhole. This site is also great for bird lovers, as it has a rather respectable population of birds.
Overnight stay – Yala
You will arrive at Colombo while witnessing some of the many marks that the colonials have left behind. This includes the Portuguese port and British colonial houses. You will then be taken on a magnificent tour of the city, you will be able to bear witness to the old quarters of Fort and Pettah, Galle Face Green promenade, and finally you will cast your eyes upon the Parliament building, which was designed by Bawa in the year 1979. Later on you will be able to enjoy dinner at a restaurant where Bawa once used to use as a workshop. Having the advantage and beauty of being situated close to the sea, Colombo is an area that you have much to do.
Overnight stay – Colombo
You are leaving us today. We will drop you at the airport and bid farewell …but we know that you will come back ….Good bye with a big smile
