Natural & Wild Sri Lanka

DAY 1 DEPART the UK

 Depart the UK on your flight to Colombo.

 DAYS 2 & 3  THE NOTARY’S HOUSE      FARM LIFE

 You’ll be welcomed to Sri Lanka by your private chauffeur-guide who will transfer you straight to the Notary's House.  The residence is a fantastic spot in which to relax after the flight, take a swim, explore the grounds or sit back and enjoy the hospitality.

 DAYS 4 & 5 RURAL ANAMADUWA    Off the beaten track

 Your guide will transport your north to The Mudhouse, an enchanting jungle lodge surrounded by lakes and forest, and at the foot of the mysterious Paramakanda Rock Temple. You can make the experience as adventurous or as relaxing as you please, enjoy early morning birdwatching walks, kayak in lakes, climb the ancient rock, cycle on jungle trails, and learn to cook Sri Lanka food or relax in the comfort of a hammock.

 DAYS 6-8  CULTURAL TRIANGLE       HISTORY & RUINS

With your chauffeur-guide, you’ll travel across to the Cultural Triangle where you’ll spend three days. Our insider tours of the Cultural Triangle don’t miss the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa or the remarkable Sigiriya Rock Fortress, but they also incorporate some unique vantage points to give you a feel for the local way of life away from the crowds. With your guide, you’ll learn firsthand about the history of the area and the life and work of villagers. 

DAYS 9 & 10 KANDY       TEMPLES & COUNTRYSIDE

You’ll be driven onwards to Kandy, Sri Lanka’s second city. During your stay our signature excursion will offer you the chance to discover the cities contrasts, combining the main tourist attractions with a visit to a heritage home where you’ll get a sense of Sinhalese culture and enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan lunch.

DAYS 11 & 12  RURAL ADVENTURES 

Jump aboard Sri Lanka’s most iconic train ride and wind through the spectacular tea clad hills towards Haputale. On arrival, your driver will meet you with the car and your luggage to complete the journey by road.  Check in to your hideaway accommodation and enjoy the lovely pool and beautiful views. While here you’ll have time to appreciate the scenery with walks in the hills and to local waterfalls.

Day 13 -15    YALA NATIONAL PARK   remote JUNGLE LODGE

You’ll travel with your chauffeur-guide south to the low-impact Treetops Jungle Lodge - an extraordinary wildlife experience. Trackers will take you to local spots where elephants often bathe, and there are fantastic birdwatching opportunities just after sunrise.

During your stay, there will be a full day four-wheel-drive safari to Yala National Park included. Yala is Sri Lanka’s most famous park on account of the high density of leopards, but it gets swamped with visitors in Yala Block One. Your trackers will take you to a different part of Yala and aim to scope out leopard sightings without the typical jeep-jams.

DAYS 16-19 TANGALLE  relax at the beach

 Travel west along the coast with your chauffeur-guide to towards Tangalle. The beaches here are less busy than the west coast, and you’ll find some of the prettiest palm-fringed bays in the country here.

Your accommodation is in the village of Rekawa and is one of the most comfortable and relaxing resorts on the island.

 We recommend a visit to the wetlands and a bird sanctuary, but otherwise, we suggest that you spend the rest of your time at leisure here. It’s a great place to chill out around your hotel or at the beach, or maybe explore inland where you’ll find tropical vegetation amongst temples and idyllic villages.

DAYS 20 & 21 COLOMBO      COLONIAL HERITAGE

Spend your last two days in energetic Colombo, alive with activity and with a fascinating history. On a morning tuk-tuk tour, you’ll find leftovers of the colonial past and former glory.  After some relaxation time at the hotel, an evening walking tour will bring to life the cultural heart of the city to you, giving you a peep into the influences, traditions, and cultures that have shaped the city over the centuries.

DAY 22: FLY HOME

Your driver will drop you at Colombo airport to depart on your flight back to the UK.

Your bespoke proposal with Experience Travel Group will include:

• International Flights (we can omit if you prefer)
• Accommodation as described
• Privately guided tours and transfers
• Tips for guides and drivers
• Original Experience Travel Group "signature" experiences 
• Full financial protection (ABTA and ATOL bonding.) 
• 24-hour in-country backup while away
• Your dedicated travel expert in the UK