Price
995 USD
2 Days
Difficulty
Easy
March 26, 2021
Overview
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Overview
Sri Lanka is located in the Indian Ocean about 31 km off the southern coast of India and is separated from the Indian subcontinent by the Gulf of Manner and the Palk Strait. It is well known for its marvelous mountains, lush green forests, exciting wildlife, beautiful beaches, spectacular cities and rich cultural heritage.
Trip Highlights:
Get ready to:
- Enjoy white-water rafting and a canyoning adventure at Kitulgala.
- Go on a 4WD Safari at the Udawalawe National Park.
- Relax with a Catamaran ride at Koggala Lake through the islands.
- Explore Galle city – a UNESCO heritage site and a living colonial city.
- Learn more about life in the countryside of Sri Lanka.
- Unwind by the beaches of Galle district.
Activities: boating/cruising, camping, cultural sightseeing, nature watching, rafting/kayaking, safari, swimming
Itinerary Details
Day 1 (26th March, 2021): Arrival in Colombo
Upon your arrival at the Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be welcomed by a Rahhalah Representative, and transferred to your hotel (check-in time after 12.30 p.m.)
Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure, exploring the city at your own pace.
Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka, has a long history as a port on ancient east-west trade routes, ruled successively by the Portuguese, the Dutch and the British. This diverse heritage is reflected in its architecture: a mix of colonial buildings, high-rises, and shopping malls.
Accommodation: 3-star (basic) hotel in Colombo.
Day 2 (27th March 2021): Colombo – Kithulgala (B, L, D)
After breakfast at the hotel, you will head towards Kithulgala (approx. a 3-hour drive).
Kitulgala, in the west of Sri Lanka, is one of the wettest places of the country. Situated in the Wet Zone rainforest, it is considered an important spot in terms of biodiversity. In 1956, the location was used for the filming of the Academy Award-winning movie: ‘The Bridge on the River Kwai’. Now, nothing remains but the concrete foundations of the bridge which can still be seen. In more recent times, Kitulgala has become famous as an adventurers’ paradise and a hub for water-based adventure activities such as white water rafting and canyoning. Its surrounding forest patches have also made it an excellent destination for all nature enthusiasts.
White Water Rafting in Kelani River: This thrilling adventure on the white-water sections of the Kelani River is suitable for paddlers of all abilities. During this ‘character-building’ river-run, you will experience the adrenaline-pumping thrill of Grade 3-4 rapids and the euphoria of rising to the challenge and conquering an unrelenting river. The adventure lasts approx. 2 hrs and is suitable for kids at least 10 yrs old.
Canyoning (scrambling, swimming, floating, jumping, etc.)
After these two adventures, you will head to your hotel, to enjoy the rest of the day at your own pace.
Dinner and Overnight stay at a hotel in Kitulgala (basic amenities).
Day 3 (28th March 2021): Kithulgala – Udawalawe (B, L, D)
Early in the morning, you will embark on a Nature walk in the Mankandawa rain forest (approx. 2 hours).
After a late breakfast, you will head towards Udawalawe (an approx. 4-hour drive), where you will check-in in the Big Game Safari Camps.
After lunch, you will enjoy a 4WD safari through the Udawalawe National Park. Your driver/tracker will show you the Wild elephants, the giants, jungle cats, fishing cats, gray hangers, toque macaque, foxes, bandicoots, mongooses, jackals, wild boar, and water buffaloes during your 3-4-hour Safari.
The Udawalawe National Park is located on the borders of Sabaragamuwa and Uva provinces of Sri Lanka. Initially, it was created to provide a sanctuary for the wild animals exiled due to the construction of the Udawalawe reservoir (which is now considered as the main attraction for the elephants at the Udawalawe National Park). Udawalawe is an important habitat for Sri Lankan elephants, which are, otherwise, relatively hard to see in their open habitats.
Return to the campsite and BBQ dinner.
Overnight stay at the campsite.
Day 4 (29th March 2021): Udawalawe – Ahangama (B, L, D)
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Ahangama (approx. a 3-hour drive).
Check-in in the hotel and lunch by the afternoon.
Later, you will go for a catamaran ride in Koggala Lake, during which you will learn some of the local fishing methods, and you will explore the islands.
Koggala Lake near Koggala Galle district is a freshwater lagoon which sits 9.8 feet (3 meters) above the sea level, near the south coast of Sri Lanka. It is dotted with rocky islands, which you visit during your catamaran ride, and fringed with mangroves. The lagoon is alive with birdlife and supplies an abundance of prawns.
Late in the afternoon, you will return to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your own pace.
Dinner and Overnight stay at a hotel in Ahangama (basic amenities).
Notes
All services stipulated above are subject to availability at the time of booking/reservation. All prices are subject to change.
This Includes
- Accommodation at basic hotels or campsites, as mentioned in the above itinerary (sharing DBL rooms).
- All meals as per itinerary (B = breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner).
- Group Transportation throughout the tour in an air-conditioned car/van/coach with English-speaking guide.
- White-water rafting and canyoning in Kitulgala.
- 4WD Jeep safari at Udawalawe National park.
- Galle city tour with English-speaking guide.
- Catamaran ride at Koggala Lake.
- Service charges and all Government taxes.
This Excludes
- International airfare.
- Travel insurance.
- Visa and visa fees.
- Additional/optional activities.
- Beverages.
- Additional meals.
- Single supplement.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone, etc.
- International departure tax.
- Gratuities and tips.
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