Adventure – Sri Lanka
- Duration: 4 Nights / 5 Days
- Flight Included : NO
- Photography Opportunities at Prime Locations
- Airport Transfers
Overview
The jade pendant of the Indian Ocean was dubbed by Conde Nast Traveler in 2017, as the 12th best country in the world to visit. Discover Sri Lanka and its tranquil charms with experts in the field; walk through ancient cities, hike to the tallest peaks, and embark on adventures of love, nature, and culture. Esna Holidays believes in an extraordinary quality of life, where every journey should be a story worth telling. Our specialist travel agents in Sri Lanka are equipped to provide you with a tour of the island to suit your needs, whether you choose one of our pre-designed tours or like to craft one yourself. Highlights: WEATHER & BEST TIME TO VISIT The weather in Sri Lanka is dictated by two monsoon seasons which bring rain to the west and south-west coasts from May to September and the east coast and northern region between October and February. The rest of the year is sunny and dry. Temperatures are constant year-round, with coastal regions enjoying average temperatures of 25-30C and the highlands 15-18C on average. Sri Lanka is a year-round destination since there is something for every discerning traveler. From pilgrim experiences to adventure, culture, honeymoon, or even special interest experiences, there is something you can do in Sri Lanka anytime of the year. With recent weather pattern changes, it is hard to predict when it would rain and when the sun is out, however, making a note that Sri Lanka is a tropical destination and rain is to be expected anytime of the day, any time of the year; always helps.Detailed Itinerary
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Meeting and Greeting at the Airport by MY HOLIDAY representative.Transfer from Airport to Camp in Thangappuwa.Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel in Thangappuwa
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Breakfast at Hotel.The Knuckles Mountain Range lies in central Sri Lanka, in the Districts of Matale and Kandy. The range takes its name from a series of recumbent folds and peaks in the west of the massif which resembles the knuckles of clenched fist when viewed from certain locations in the Kandy District. Whilst this name was assigned by early British surveyors, the Sinhalese residents have traditionally referred to the area as Dumbara Kanduvetiya meaning mist-laden mountain range. Knuckles Mountain Forest Range covering an area of approximately 21,000 ha is a part of the Central Highlands World Heritage site, declared in 2010. Though it is a part of Central Highlands it is well separated by Mahaweli river valley from the sides of South and east and Matale valley from the west. Knuckles Mountain Forest Range consists of a range of vegetation types that have resulted from diverse climatic and topographic conditions. Among these are the humid tropical lowland semi evergreen forest, tropical sub-montane humid evergreen forest, montane grassland (patana) and pygmy forest. The complexity brought to the area with vegetation types is further increased by range of modifications made to the landscape by people since the British colonization. Knuckles Mountain Forest Range supports a rich biological diversity with 128 species of birds, 20 species of amphibians, 53 species of reptiles, 15 fresh water species and 31 mammal species. All species are not equally distributed throughout the range. Their distribution depends on multiple factors such as food availability, availability of nesting sites etc. that vary with climate, elevation and land cover.Activities:
Arrival time at 6.30 A.M at the Knuckles Mountain range trailhead | Brief description of the route and the hike (17 KM round trip) | Starting the hike at 6.45 A.M | Rest stops every 1.5 KM | Refreshments | Estimated time to reach the peak by 12.15 P.M | Lunch | Photography session | Start descent at 1.15 P.M | Refreshments | Reach trailhead by 3.30 P.M | Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Thangappuwa | Lunch | Refreshments with energy slabs | First aid | Entrance tickets | Backup vehicle for emergency transport | Support staff – guide, helper(s), driver, qualified first aid officer | Dinner and Overnight stay at Hotel in Thangappuwa
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Heeloya is a rural, remote agricultural village in the Kandy district with a unique attraction of understanding how justice was meted out in the good old days. The proceedings of hearing a case by the village-headman and the location are still intact.The main livelihood of the village community is paddy cultivation, home gardening, livestock and spices. Villagers engage in toddy tapping, handicrafts, bee-keeping, traditional dances etc., as supplementary income sources.A very traditional village, it is unique in that it identifies itself with practicing even to this day some of the local customs in daily life. Tourists are encouraged to work and become part of the village life by engaging in plucking fruits and vegetables for a meal to be prepared according to the local taste. They would also get an opportunity to watch some of the other aspects of this village being the Heeloya waterfall, local species and herbs.Visitors to Heeloya can get a feel of the life in a typical village in addition to trekking and sight-seeing and a culinary experience in true Sri Lankan style! We offer these tours as half day or full day excursions.Activities:
Arrival time at 7.30 A.M at the trail head near campsite | Brief description of the route and the trekking | Starting the trekking at 8.00 A.M | Refreshments | Exploring the Sri Lankan Village lifestyle with activities of Heeloya village | Photography session | Lunch | Trekking ends at the base of Heeloya Village by 1.30 P.M | End of the tour transfer to Nuwara Eliya | En-route visit to Ramboda Falls | Lunch | Refreshments | Tour guide | Support staff
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Kirigalpoththa is the 2nd highest Mountain of Sri Lanka after Pidurutalagala. With a peak elevation of 2,388 meters above sea level. Kirigalpoththa is the highest point in the Horton Plains National Park and also the highest peak accessible to the public. This 7 K.M trail (one way) will take around 5 1/2 hours of trekking, hiking & mountaineering challenges. Attempting Kirigalpoththa is for the daring adventurers only as the conditions can be treacherous due to the difficulty of the terrain and weather. For every eight people who have reached the summit, one has always never reached the summit. A single & a slightly over grown path snake through grassy plains, cloud forest, bog & finally steep rock surfaces. Sri Lankan Leopard & Sambur are the bigger wild animals you may sometimes come across; if you are lucky, you may even encounter a few endemic bird species as well. Horton Plains National Park in Pattipola is a protected area in the central highlands of Sri Lanka and is covered by montane grassland and cloud forest. This plateau at an altitude of 2,100– 2,300 meters (6,900–7,500 ft.) is rich in biodiversity and many species found here are endemic to the region. This region was designated a national park in 1988. It is also a popular tourist destination and is situated 8 kilometers (5.0 mi) from Ohiya, 6 kilometers (3.7 mi) from the world famous Ohiya Gap/Dondra Watch and 32 kilometers (20 mi) from Nuwara Eliya. The Horton Plains are the headwaters of three major Sri Lankan rivers, the Mahaweli, Kelani, and Walawe. In Sinhala the plains are known as Maha Eliya Plains. Stone tools dating back to Balangoda culture have been found here. The plains’ vegetation is grasslands interspersed with montane forest, and includes many endemic woody plants. Large herds of Sri Lankan Sāmbhar deer feature as typical mammals, and the park is also an Important Bird Area with many species not only endemic to Sri Lanka but restricted to the Horton Plains. Forest dieback is one of the major threats to the park and some studies suggest that it is caused by a natural phenomenon. Horton Plains is located on the southern plateau of the central highlands of Sri Lanka. The peaks of Kirigalpoththa (2,388 meters (7,838 ft.)) and Thotupola Kanda (2,357 meters (7,733 ft.)), the second and the third highest of Sri Lanka, are situated to the west and north respectively. The park’s elevation ranges from 2,100–2,300 meters (6,900–7,500 ft.). The rocks found in the park belong to the Archaean age and belong to the high series of the Precambrian era and are made up of Khondalites, Charnockites and granitic gneisses. The soil type is of the red-yellow podsolic group and the surface layer is covered with decayed organic matter.
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The track through the Devils Staircase is one of the most popular hiking and jeep tracks in the hills of Sri Lanka. The difficulty levels and the spectacular view of the green mountains of Sri Lanka has made this a hikers paradise but only the most ardent hikers will undertake this 19 km hike. Generally hikers choose the Bambarakanda Rest near Bambarakanda Ella Falls as the starting point to the journey if they wish to start the journey from this end. This trail goes over old dilapidated estate roads through many estates. This trail ends on the Ohiya – Horton Plains road around the halfway distance from Ohiya Railway Station to the Horton Plains Entrance. There are no markers along the route, therefore it’s advised to use a guide if attempting the journey for the first time. The route has number of folks and they could easily divert you from the original path. The trail is 19 km long from Bambarakanda and would take approximately 7 hours to complete the hike. The two most popular points on the route is the “V cut”, a channel cut through the hill to allow the road to pass through. You will come across this after entering the Udaveriya estate. Passing this, the road will go across a stream which creates the tallest fall in the country, the Bambarakanda Falls.
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Breakfast at Hotel.(Best Time in Down South December to April).Snorkelling & Scuba Diving in Bentota.Water Sport at Bentota.Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel in Bentota
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Breakfast at Hotel.Snorkelling.Transfer from Bentota to Colombo.City Tour and Local food Tour by bike (Cycling at Night).Overnight stay at Hotel in Colombo
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Breakfast at Hotel.Transfer from Colombo to Airport for departure flightPackage Inclusions
Arrival assistance at the Colombo Airport by My Holiday representative Accommodation in mentioned hotels or similar Check-in / Check-out at 12:00 noon Stay at DBL / TPL Sharing or SGL room basis Meals on Breakfast and Dinner basis at Hotel (B7, D6) Day One: Pick from airport and transfer to hotel Day One: Dinner and overnight at hotel Day Two: Lunch Day Two: Refreshments with energy slabs Day Two: First aid Day Two: Entrance tickets to Knuckles Mountain Range Day Two: Back-up vehicle for emergency transport Day Two: Support staff – guide, helper(s), driver and qualified first aid officer Day Two: Dinner at hotel Day Three: Lunch Day Three: Refreshments Day Three: Support staff Day Three: Dinner at hotel Day Four: Lunch Day Four: Refreshments with energy slabs Day Four: First aid Day Four: Entrance tickets to Horton Plains Day Four: Support staff – guide, helper(s), driver and qualified first aid officer Day Four: Dinner at hotel Day Five: Dinner at hotel Day Six: Transfer to airport for departure flight Complimentary Gem Gallery visit Complimentary Spice Garden visit Complimentary entrance ticket to Cultural Show at Kandy (upon Gem Gallery visit) All transfers by air-conditioned private vehicle with English-speaking tour guide Fuel and local insurance for the vehicle Two complimentary 500ml water bottles per person per day All applicable Sri Lankan government taxesPackage Exclusions
Entrance fees other than mentioned in inclusion Train ticket Safari jeep or jeep for Horton Plains Video and camera permits at sights Meals outside of the stated meal plan Tuk Tuk charges Use of vehicle other than the specified itinerary Expenses of personal nature Any other services not specified above Early check-in and late check-out at hotels (standard time: 12:00 to 12:00 noon) International bank transfer chargesKnow Before You Go
Before starting your adventure trip across Sri Lanka, ensure your passport has a minimum of six months' validity and that you obtain a valid visa. Carry printed confirmations of your hotel bookings and travel documents. Be prepared for diverse climates as you’ll be exploring beaches, hills, and forested areas, so pack accordingly with breathable clothing, a light jacket, sturdy shoes, and swimwear. Keep sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and personal medication handy. Sri Lankan culture values modesty, so dress respectfully, especially at temples. Respect wildlife and local customs during your journey. ATM availability is limited in remote areas, so carrying some cash is advisable. Travel insurance covering medical and activity-related incidents is highly recommended.
Terms and Conditions
All travelers must carry valid identification and necessary travel documents throughout the journey. It is the traveler’s responsibility to comply with entry requirements, local laws, and health protocols. The itinerary is subject to change based on weather, operational issues, or unforeseen circumstances, and alternate arrangements will be made where possible without additional cost. The tour operator is not responsible for delays caused by force majeure events, flight cancellations, or changes in regulations. Any damage caused by travelers to property or vehicles during the tour must be compensated by the individual. Participation in adventure or water activities is at the traveler’s own risk, and safety precautions must be followed as per instructions.
Confirmation and cancellation policy
Upon receiving the booking amount, a confirmation email with detailed itinerary, hotel information, and emergency contact numbers will be sent. Cancellations made more than 15 days before the departure date are eligible for a refund after deducting service and processing charges. For cancellations made between 7 to 14 days before departure, up to 50% cancellation charges may apply. Cancellations made less than 7 days prior to departure or on the day of travel are non-refundable. Amendments to bookings are subject to availability and may incur extra charges.
Payment and Refund Policy
To confirm your booking, an initial advance payment must be made at the time of reservation. The balance amount should be cleared within the stipulated timeframe prior to travel. Payments can be made via net banking, UPI, or authorized digital methods. In the event of a cancellation, refund eligibility will depend on the notice period and cancellation window. Refunds are processed after deducting applicable transaction or booking fees, and delays may occur due to third-party refund policies. Non-refundable components like airfare or third-party bookings will not be reimbursed.
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