Adventures in Sri Lanka to make your time here all the more exciting!
Surfing in Arugam Bay
The surfing capital of the island, Arugam Bay fits the bill as a renowned surfing hot stop, recognised by enthusiasts from the world over. So popular in fact, that it is a usual place for the UK Pro Surfers Association’s surfing championships event.
Hotels Near by : The Blue Wave Hotel, Dragonfly Inn Arugambay, Hotel Moon Eyes Beach Hotel
Hotels Near by : The Blue Wave Hotel, Dragonfly Inn Arugambay, Hotel Moon Eyes Beach Hotel
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| Surfing in Arugam Bay |
With constant wind speeds between 18-20 knots during the months of May through October, kite surfing in Kalpitiya is your best bet.
For adrenaline junkie beginners the Kalpitiya lagoon is a great opportunity to test those kite surfing wings. However, on the other hand the Indian Ocean is one for experienced kite surfers to take on some real time swells as well.
Hotels Near by : Kite Paradise Resort - Kalpitiya
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White water rafting - Kithulgala
The Best Period for White Water Rafting at Kitulgala
The best time to enjoy White Water Rafting at Kitulgala is the period between May to December. During periods of heavy rain, the river could turn out to be very volatile and White Water Rafting becomes very unsafe. The adventure operators on site would advise all water sports enthusiasts on the matter. However water levels could drop surprisingly fast, turning the river to its regular state during the rainy season as well.
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Hiking & Trekking
Hiking & Trekking in Sri Lanka: Knuckles Mountain Range
Knuckles Mountain Range as its name suggests, is formed in a shape of a human fist. Spreading over 234 sq km and bordering the Kandy and Matale Administrative Districts, Knuckles Mountain Range that consists of about 35 mountain peaks rising over 915 m is one of the most picturesque trekking and hiking sites of Sri Lanka. Though it isn’t very popular or recommended due to many leeches and extended duration.
There are two main areas of access to the knuckles Mountain Range. The access point from the northern flank to Knuckles Mountain Range is Riverston; in the south eastern flank are Deanston and Meemure. The trails of the largely untouched and rugged terrain are Pitawala pathena trail, Alugallenna trail and Nitro Cave Trail(though it isnt mostly followed),the trail to the 5 peaks; Dothalugala trail and Mini World’s End (via Deanstone forest office). You can also go to the mostly visited rural village is Meemure which boasts a lot of other trails and crystal clear water streams in the Knuckles range. Ash Cave, a pre historic cave in the forest is a lovely site to enjoy camping. Nitro Cave is a large cave hidden deep inside the forest. These trails that are interconnected with the footpaths leading to cardamom gardens, Kithul palm groves and tea plantations are rich in birdlife.
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Train travel in Sri Lanka is both a beautiful and affordable way to see the country, and no trip is more scenic than the train from Ella to Kandy or the reverse train from Kandy to Ella
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| Train from Kandy to Ella |
The Diving havens off the eastern and southern coastal belts.
For centuries Sri Lanka was featured prominently across the central asian maritime shipping routes where spices and tea were shipped from Asia. During the Second World War, Sri Lanka was a strategic location in transportation through the Suez Canal and the Strait of Malacca. During the centuries since the colonial era, the coastline of Sri Lanka has claimed numerous vessels. The historical records have revealed of a possible existence of over 200 shipwrecks around the coast of Sri Lanka which could have been during the 500 years of the maritime powers of Portuguese, Dutch and the British. Of the ships that were discovered, many of the wrecks have been disintegrated owing to the unceasing events of the ocean. Marine life is in great abundance in and around these wreckage sites and are must-see places if you ever happen to visit the island.
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Deep Sea Fishing
This adventure activity is relatively out of the lime light when compared with water sports such as surfing. However, there are a number of opportunities that are available for enthusiasts to explore these deep waters. The best season for sport fishing along the western and south eastern coast is usually from August to May when the deep seas are much calmer.
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Hot Air Ballooning
Feel the excitement as you lift off and drift effortlessly over the spectacular scenery. As the climbing goes on unnoticed, find yourself amidst endless horizons of rugged mountains and green fields with only the burners to disturb the peace.
Watch your pilot gradually lower the balloon until it is just inches above the evergreen trees. as you pick leaves or touch the tree tops, spot a bird or an animal waking to the daybreak.
Air Ballooning is an expirience unlike traditional air travel, where u cannot feel movement and the silence is absolute. Leaving you to enjoy the surroundings with utmost serenity and peace
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Rock Climbing
Top 8 Reasons Sri Lanka is a great place spend your holiday Rock Climbing
1. Sri Lanka is filled with and has loads of natural rock formations
2. You get to boast about having rock climbed in a tropical paradise island.
3. There are various established climbing routes around the country. Some are sport climbing routes while most are traditional.
4. Whether you are an experienced professional climber, a beginner or somewhere in between, Sri Lanka has something for everyone.
5. There are various natural waterfalls which are very challenging to climb, with their slippery rocks and near invisibility for those that wish to try waterfall climbing.
6. There are many varied options and rock types to try out. Sri Lanka has many rock formations around the central highlands in places like Sigiriya, Dambulla, the Knuckles mountain range, Adam’s Peak, Nuwara Eliya, and Bambarakanda waterfalls.
7. If you are just trying out rock climbing for the first time Sri Lanka is a great place to start. It has many simple and safe climbing routes with guides who are ready to help you on your first climbs. And if you have a change of mind, that’s fine too because Sri Lanka has lot’s more to enjoy your holiday on. Your pleasure is guaranteed, so go ahead and make some awesome memories.
8. Those who wish to try a thrilling and challenging holiday will find Sri Lanka ideal. This is because finding some of the routes are almost like treasure hunting and climbing is challenging enough to require an experienced guide.
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The Madu River Safari is popular activity that has to be on the ‘to do’ list of any respectable Sri Lankan holiday goer. This unforgettable activity last for over two hours and gives a visitor a chance to travel the secretive passages through the mangrove forests and see the ecology.
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Sea Kayaking in Sri Lanka: Activities with Kayaks
Kayak diving is a type of recreational diving where the divers paddle to a diving site in a kayak carrying all their gear to the place they want to dive. The range can be up to several kilometers along the coastline from the launching point to a place where access would be difficult from the shore. Kayak diving gives the diver independence from dive boat operators, while allowing dives at sites which
are too far to comfortably swim.
Kayak fishing has gained popularity in recent times due to its broad appeal especially in 3rd world countries as an environmentally friendly and healthy method of transportation due to its relatively low cost of entry compared to motorized boats and no pre-requisites or special training required to handle them.
Sea Kayaking in Sri Lanka: A Sport in the Island
With 103 rivers and a wealth of swamps, lagoons and interconnected old canals as well as beautiful beach fronts, Sri Lanka is over abundant with water bodies and provides with no end of opportunities to try out Kayaking. Sri Lanka’s famous Kalu Ganga flows from the heart of the island down to the west coast town of Kalutara where it finally meets the Indian Ocean. For an alternative to kayaking experience you can head to one of the country’s many vast tanks and reservoirs. The calm waters of the Samanalawewa reservoir in Sri Lanka’s Sabaragamuwa province provides an ideal setting for this slow-paced activity, perfect especially for a beginner.
You could also opt to go Kayaking in the sea surrounding the island of Sri Lanka. With lush beaches and the perfect waves, you can create your own adventure story book with the experiences that you will have here. One of the best locations to engage in Sea Kayaking in Sri Lanka is Weligama.
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Elephant Back Safari
Habarana, located 210km north east from Colombo is the transit point for the large herds of wild elephants at the National Parks of Minneriya and Kaudulla. Habarana is a popular location among the wildlife enthusiasts and nature tourists. Moreover, Habarana being the central location of the cultural triangle of Sri Lanka, attracts many culture tourists. The irrigation reservoirs and waterways of the area bring in a riverine terrain where the elephants would wade through, or swim to reach the banks in the further end. The ride would take you over the main road, the pathways, villages, jungles, swamp and river.
The best period for Elephant Back Safaris at Habarana is during March to July when the water level of the river is high enough to ride the elephant. From August to November the level of water in the river is low. During December to February when it’s the rainy season at Habarana, the river would flow.
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Cycling and Mountain biking
The Central Highlands of Sri Lanka with its salubrious Climate afford enormous opportunities to the tourists keen in Cycling in Sri Lanka. The Central Highlands of Sri Lanka calls for serious mountain biking. Seamless tea plantations are explored by way of criss-crossing estate tracks that connect the tea factories, villages and small towns.
Kandy, the gateway to the Central Highlands is the ideal starting point for mountain biking in Sri Lanka. Begining at Kandy the mountain bikers may take up the trail over the Hantana mountain range to reach Pusselawa so that the ride could be continued to the popular colonial hill station of Nuwara Eliya.
On the second day, Nuwara Eliya affords the opportunity to do cycling to the famous Horton Plains. In the third day the cycling journey that could end at Aggarapathana. During all three days the cycling trails cut across areas rich in birdlife.
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Cycling and Mountain biking
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Canyoning
Canyoning is traveling in canyons using a variety of techniques that may include walking, scrambling, climbing, jumping, abseiling, and/or swimming. This is one of the Sri Lanka‘s premier Wilderness-outdoor adventures.
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