Adventure With A Twist (12 Days)

Adventure With A Twist (12 Days)

A 12 Day trip that covers most of Sri Lanka’s most famous and popular sites to see. Go on adventurous treks on the Adam’s Peak and discover the untouched wildlife in Yala National Park. Finally enjoy a well-deserved beach break, bathing in the warm sun by the turquoise blue-green oceans of the southern coast, sipping on a King Coconut. (SKU: LK10111200)

Itinerary

Day 1: Airport > Negombo

Stop At: Negombo Beach, Negombo Sri Lanka
Arrive at Colombo International Airport. Here, you will be met by a designated chauffer guide from Lakpura Travels. After the formalities at the airport you will be escorted to your air conditioned vehicle and proceed to Negombo, check in to the hotel and relax. (Travel Time: 20 to 30 mins)
Duration: 2 hours

No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4-star hotel.

Day 2: Negombo > Elkaduwa

Stop At: Bathalegala (බතලේගල), Batalegala Rock,, කෑගල්ල, Sri Lanka
After breakfast at the hotel check out and proceed to Elkaduwa. (Travel Time: 4 ½ to 5 hrs)

En route go on a lovely hike to the Bible Rock.
The Bible Rock of Sri Lanka, locally named “Bathelegala” is a somber square sentinel that can be seen in the distant mountainous horizon, looming over other rocks and mountains, on the way up or down the Kadugannawa Pass along the Kandy Road. The 360-degree view from atop the rock is a photographer’s dream. The spectacular view of Asupini Ella, Kadugannawa Pass & Ura Kande, and the surrounding mountains and forests are simply put, breathtaking. On top of being one of the most scenic mountain tops, the biodiversity around Bible Rock ensures that hikers and bird lovers especially get to spot bird species.

Thereafter proceed to Elkaduwa and check in to your hotel.

Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4-star hotel.

Day 3: Elkaduwa > Knuckels Mountain Range > Elakduwa

Stop At: Knuckles Mountain Range, Matale Sri Lanka
During your stay in Elkaduwa, go on a lovely hike to Knuckles Mountain Range.

Hike through the peaks and valleys of the massif, Knuckles. Get adventurous on this challenging trail with its many geographical variations. Get to see some of the hundreds of species of birds and other wildlife that inhabit the range. Enjoy the wonderful views that can be seen from the fist shaped peaks. Take amazing photographs that will make your holiday much more memorable.

Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4-star hotel.

Day 4: Elkaduwa > Nuwara Eliya

Stop At: Blue Field Tea Factory, No. 54 Haig Road, Ramboda 20590 Sri Lanka
After a refreshing breakfast at the hotel check out and proceed to Nuwara Eliya.

On arrival to Nuwara Eliya check in to the hotel and relax. (Travel Time: 3 to 3 ½ hrs)

Later in the evening visit the Tea Factory and get a guided tour through a Tea Estate and learn more about the varieties, processing methods and qualities of tea.

Learn how tea is manufactured in Sri Lanka. You can observe the tea pickers, locally known as 'tea pluckers' as they move between the lush green rows along the mountains with their large baskets. Thereafter you will be given a guided tour explaining fermentation, rolling, drying, cutting, sieving and the grading of tea. Finish with a tea tasting process and learn of the history, and why Ceylon Tea is considered among the best in the world.

Duration: 2 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4-star hotel.

Day 5: Nuawara Eliya / Hatton (Adams Peak)

Stop At: Adam's Peak (Sri pada), 22070 Sri Lanka
Early in the morning by 01:00 am proceed to Nallatanniya Trail head (Delhouse) to go on pilgrimage walk to Adams Peak.
A Pilgrimage to the famed Adam's Peak which is held sacred by many religions. Climb the holy mountain to reach the ultimate finish, the peak. View the miraculous giant footstep shaped indentation that is believed to be that of Lord Buddha's by the Buddhists, God Shiva's by the Hindus and that of Adam by the Muslims and Christians.

On completion return back to the hotel and relax.

Duration: 12 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4-star hotel.

Day 6: Nuwara Eliya > Kitulgala > Haputale

Stop At: Adventure LK white water rafting kitulgala, ginigathena road Yatiberiya kitulgala, Kitulgala 71720, Sri Lanka
After breakfast at the hotel, check out and proceed to Kitulgala and engage in Water Rafting, Canyoning, Hiking and Waterfall Abseiling activities. (Travel Time: 1 to 1 ½ hrs)

Go on the ultimate adventure in the gushing waters and deep green forests of Kithulgala. Canyon through the waterfall of Kitulgala, sliding down its thrilling slopes. Abseil down the waterfall while enjoying panoramic views. Hike through the rainforest and learn more about the wildlife. Make your holiday more exciting.

Enjoy the thrill of adventure as your whitewater raft down the rapids of a 5km stretch of the Kelani River. Bounce through the turbulent white-waters with the confidence and protection offered by proper safety measures. Let your adrenaline rise as you are whirled through the foamy rapids in an experience you will never forget.

On completion proceed to Haputale and check in to the hotel and relax. (Travel Time: 2 ½ to 3 hrs)

Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4-star hotel.

Day 7: Haputale

Stop At: Ella Rock, Ella Main Street NECS-Nature Exploration and Conservation Society Sri Lanka, Ella 90090 Sri Lanka
This picturesque hike takes you up to Ella Rock, which is one of the highest viewpoints in the area. Watch the distant Namunukula Range and Little Adam’s Peak along the way. Get to see some stupendous early morning views of the landscape from the top of the rock. Some of the identifiable landmarks that can be seen are the Bandarawala Range, Poonagala Hills, Narangala, the Ella Gap and the Badulla train tracks.
Duration: 4 hours

Stop At: St Benedict's Monastery - Adisham, Haputale Sri Lanka
Explore the most famous landmarks of Haputale. Visit Lipton’s seat, one of the most famed observation points in Sri Lanka, which gives views of the Uva, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Eastern Provinces. Roam over the grounds of Adisham Bungalow, a beautiful Tudor mansion built in the early 1900s. View the neo-gothic architecture of St Andrews church, walk through its graveyard which is the resting place of many British tea planters, and much more. This is a great opportunity to relax and enjoy the calming beauty of Haputale and its sights.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4-star hotel.

Day 8: Haputale > Yala

Stop At: Yala National Park Sri Lanka
Relaxed morning and refreshing breakfast at the hotel, check out and proceed to Yala, Enjoy the scenic views on your way to Yala. (Travel Time: 3 to 3 ½ hrs)
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4-star hotel.

Day 9: Yala

Stop At: Yala National Park Sri Lanka
This amazing Safari offers the opportunity to visit Yala National Park, the second largest in the island based off the Southeastern coast of Sri Lanka. Get a chance to see the famous Sri Lankan leopards, indigenous wild water buffalo, Sri Lankan Sloth Bear and large herds of Sri Lankan Elephants. The park is also home to many other species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4-star hotel.

Day 10: Yala > Mirissa

Stop At: Mirissa Beach, Mirissa 81740 Sri Lanka
After a relaxed morning and breakfast at the hotel check out and proceed to Mirissa for a 2-nights beach stay. (Travel Time: 2 to 2 ½ hrs)
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4-star hotel.

Day 11: Mirissa

Stop At: Whale Watching in mirissa Sri Lanka, 5.941442, 80.459159, Sri Lanka
Go on a whale watching tour in Mirissa.

This tour gives you an opportunity to see the biggest mammals on earth, the whales, in their natural habitat. Get a chance to see blue whales, sperm whales and fin whales as they swim in the waters to the south of Sri Lanka. Gain more knowledge about the whales as a species from a qualified naturalist and learn to identify them. This tour gives you a responsible whale watching experience with a minimal imprint on nature.

Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at a 4-star hotel.

Day 12: Mirissa > Airport

Stop At: Bandaranaike International Airport, Canada Friendship Rd, කටුනායක 11450, Sri Lanka
After a relaxed morning and breakfast at the hotel check out and, drive to the Airport for your flight back home!
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.