culture, beach & dramatic landscapes in sri lanka

The teardrop-shaped island of Sri Lanka is a land of lush green forests, shimmering temples and golden beaches encircled the by the sparkling blue waters of the Indian Ocean. This is a country that has it all, from vast stretches of coastline to rolling tea plantations and exciting wildlife encounters to ancient relics. There is no better way to explore the beautiful island than with a private tour.

Whether you’re seeking a beach escape of a bespoke Sri Lankan adventure, enquire today and we’ll help create the right Sri Lanka holiday for you!

REMARKABLE LANDSCAPES AND IDYLLIC BEACHES

Sri Lanka’s beautiful palm-fringed beaches are the ideal spot for a relaxing stay. The south-west coast is especially popular with resorts such as Negombo and Bentota providing an excellent choice of beautiful hotels from old colonial favourites to modern resorts with extensive facilities.

Commonly referred to as the ‘Cultural Triangle’, the central plains area boasts no less than four UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the striking rock fortress of Sigiriya, Dambulla’s incredible cave temples and the crumbling ancient capitals of Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura all making a stay in this region a highlight of any trip to Sri Lanka.

The city of Kandy marks the southern point of the triangle – sitting in verdant hill country, this former capital of the country’s last remaining kingdom is a real gem. A mix of Kandyan and colonial architecture sit side by side and is also home to one of the world’s most sacred Buddhist sites – The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic.

The beautiful central highlands offer misty jungle-clad mountains and mile upon mile of rolling tea plantations. Enjoy the cool climate and British colonial history of Nuwara Eliya, or soak up the laidback atmosphere and breathtaking views around Ella. Make sure you check out the spectacular Nine Arches Bridge.

Visit the fortified town of Galle, with its imposing Dutch-built fortress that encompasses enchanting narrow streets complete with trendy restaurants, cafés and boutique shops. The nearby beaches of Unawatuna, Thalpe and Mirissa are excellent bases to explore Galle and the rest of the southern coast. Further along, the laid-back town of Tangalle offers yet more pristine white sands and luxury hotels.

No trip to Sri Lanka is complete with a visit to one of its incredible National Parks, where animal encounters come aplenty. Renowned as one of the best places to see elephants, a stay near Udawalawe National Park is a must, whereas Yala National Park boasts the densest populations of leopard.

The popular train through Sri Lanka’s tea country is rightly considered one of the most scenic in the world, especially from Nanu Oya to Ella, and features in our own Top 10 Train Journeys.

For the perfect honeymoon, combine your time in Sri Lanka with an incredible multi-centre holiday. Relax in the luxurious islands of the Maldives or wander the bright lights of Dubai. Enquire today!

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Flight Time

10 hours direct to Colombo

Time Difference

GMT +5½ hours

Language Spoken

Tamil, Sinhalese and English

Currency

Sri Lankan Rupee

Best Time to Visit

For the west and south coasts as well as the cultural triangle, visit between December and April, while on the east coast the climate is at its finest from May through to October