Destinations
Like a painting hung on a wall, this seaside city is breathtakingly beautiful. Contest the waves as you take on surfing at this world-class surfing location. Appreciate the soothing sounds of the waves crashing while you sit among the soft sand at Weligama Beach.
Clearer than the blue sky on a sunny day, the waters of these beaches are home to a diverse ecosystem. Snorkel your way through this adventure and experience this beauty or step into the city and be fascinated by the history set in stone.
A relaxing beachside adventure to soothe your senses, this beach is much more than meets the eye. Take part in diving and snorkelling to explore the ocean or stay above the water and observe dolphins in action.
This beach is notable for the boat rides to the nearby lagoons and the exhilarating surfing opportunities. Put on your explorer’s hat and wade through uncharted waters and experience the many wonders of this vibrant beach.
Enjoy an entertaining boat ride to the marine sanctuary off the coast of this northeastern beach on Pigeon Island, or relax on a golden beach with clear water to clear the mind. This is the perfect place to experience the ease and the thrill of beach life.
Flavour the finest seafood dishes while overlooking the magnificent beach. Tangalle allows you to experience perfection, with cuisine, history, culture and most importantly, golden sand beaches all in one place.
Appreciate the azure seas and calming breeze as you enjoy the serene nature of this beach. Negombo is considered one of the most perfect locations to have a calm and quiet vacation. This beach offers a calm, warm atmosphere to enjoy an evening stroll with a stunning sunset as the backdrop.
This tropical paradise lures you in with the perfect sunsets, delightful beaches and beautiful scenery you’ve never seen before. Conquer the rapid waves as you surf to your heart’s content. Create long-lasting memories leaving you wanting for more.
Relaxation and peace are encouraged by this beach with golden sands and palm trees lining the entire length of it. For those with adventurous spirits, visitors can take part in exhilarating boat rides or just relax on the beach.
This beach and lagoon gained popularity as its tranquil waters allow visitors to take serene boat rides, experiencing the wonders of both wildlife and its natural beauty. Get a glimpse of dolphins breaching as you take a boat ride. It is also a perfect place to experience kite fishing in Sri Lanka.
Hikkaduwa’s diverse marine life ecosystems and stunning coral reefs which serve as a home and shelter for numerous fish species make it a very well-liked tourist and local destination. Experience swimming alongside these colourful creatures.
This beach’s stunning views, serene ambience and thrilling array of water sports have created an ambience alluring to sportsmen of all skills. Allow yourself to be encapsulated by the thrill and adventure or serenity and beauty of this beach when you visit.
A lush dense forest famous for its annual monsoon seasons, the Sinharaja World Biosphere Reserve houses a lively variety of ecosystems and animal species. One can spend a day in this forest and leave nothing but footsteps behind and leave only with unforgettable memories.
Kitulgala’s rivers meander through verdant rainforests supporting the local wildlife plants and animals making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and photographers to gaze upon and appreciate. Visit Kitulgala and experience the joy of nature preservation.
In addition to giving visitors the chance to sample the best tea available worldwide, Nuwara Eliya offers the chance to experience nature in its most natural state through its breathtaking scenery, cool foggy weather and hilltops covered in tea plantations.
This mountain peak is well-known for its cultural and religious significance. It also preserves itself as a wilderness sanctuary, providing an untampered natural surrounding while ascending the stairs to the peak.
Hortain Plains National Park is a must-see destination, located in the highlands of Sri Lanka. Witness endemic life, and diverse plant life, some dating as far back as the pre-historic era. Visit famous landmarks such as Baker’s Fall or World’s End and encounter views like never seen before.
Visit this nature paradise in central Sri Lanka which takes pride in sustainable actions such as eco-friendly lodging and untampered beauty. Embark on the most breathtaking train ride as you travel through mountainscapes and see glistening waterfalls along the mountain ranges.
Home to the Jaffna Library, this northern city has a rich history of Jaffna’s Tamil Heritage. Visit this city of rich culture and visit the vivid and colourful temples that lay strewn across the way and learn about the beauty of its history.
The remnants of Galle’s monuments contain a fragment of Sri Lanka’s important past. There are fortress ruins in this coastal city that have untold tales just waiting to be explored.
This city holds significance for its past, acting as a second capital to Sri Lanka during the eleventh and twelfth centuries. It is also considered a Golden Age historical landmark as it has done extensive record-keeping and provided significant technological advancements.
Temples and ruins describe the story of Sri Lanka’s past. Learn about the fallen kingdoms that are scattered all over this city, or understand the religious aspect that took place. This city is the perfect place to view and understand the long past of Sri Lanka and the many events that unfolded here.
This city is abundantly wealthy in historical and cultural monuments and wisdom. Historic monuments stand still among the modern-day calamities. Explore mouth-watering dishes and engaging artworks. One of the UNESCO World Heritage sites in this city.
Experience tranquillity and spirituality at this incredible location where pilgrims gather from both India and Sri Lanka, breaking all religious and cultural barriers. Become well-versed with the knowledge of the past of this location by visiting.
Often proclaimed the Eighth Wonder of the World, this rock castle is unlike anything ever made or seen. This impressive rock formation displays a significant story of history and depicts the wonder of innovation and advanced technology of the past.
In this UNESCO World Heritage site lies the renowned Golden Cave Temples. Within this area, you can view well-preserved artefacts of the past such as sanctuaries, a cave and multiple murals. Among these are also an impressive 157 Buddha statues.
This is regarded as one of the most popular locations to enjoy bird-watching. This is largely due to the massive population of avian species that regard this national park as their home. As of now, around 225 species of birds have been found to be using this park as a nesting ground, thus attracting those who enjoy bird watching.
In Minneriya National Park over 75 species of butterflies can be found. Approximately 170 species of migratory and neighbourhood birds temporarily call the park home during the migration season. For those who love the outdoors and bird watching, this park near the Cultural Triangle is the most ideal.
Enjoy the chance to take a boat ride across the Senanayake Samudraya Reservoir and see the breathtaking spectacle of elephant herds moving between islands. You can also go on an adventure across the plains and see gentle elephants and majestic elks.
The largest and oldest national park located in Sri Lanka, its allure comes from the heavy leopard population and lake-like depressions known as “willus” Visitors can experience an enthralling safari in the grasslands and come across various creatures in the forest.
Migratory birds such as flamingos, leopards hunting for prey, endangered sloth bears rarely seen by people, wild elephants and various birds all call this park home. A visit to this park will enamour you with its beauty and elegance.
Experience all types of wildlife in one place at Wasgamuwa National Park where most species of animals endemic to Sri Lanka can be found. Being close to the cultural triangle, this is known as a paradise for nature lovers who wish to experience the natural world.
The largest population of the gentle giant can be found in this park which features savannah landscapes and wild Asian elephants roaming about. Experience wildlife as nature intended.
