OVERVIEW
TOUR PLAN
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DAY 1:
- • Bolgoda Lake exploration
Bolgoda Lake spread out over a very large area and was extensively used during Dutch & British occupation periods as a bird hunting ground.
- • Afternoon at leisure
- • Lake exploration in the evening
- • Overnight accommodation in Bolgoda
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DAY 2:
- • White Water Rafting Kitulgala
Kitulgala offers everything that an adventure lover seeks. River Rafting is an adrenaline rush and is recommended for those who love water sports and adventure. At Kitulgala rafters can experience Black rafting – rafting though the rapids at night time.
- • Overnight accommodation in Kitulgala.
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DAY 3:
- • Hiking in Makandawa Forest
This experience takes place in an area of unspoiled tropical forest where beauty and ecological habitats create a true paradise. The beautiful scenery, spectacular sights and diverse flora and fauna you’ll encounter when hiking, trekking through the “Makandawa Forest” makes your outdoor adventure an experience of a lifetime.
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DAY 4:
- • A trek through the Sinharaja rain forest
Sinharaja forest reserve is one of the least disturbed and biologically unique lowland rain forests in Sri lanka. So you can observe the wild life and greenery in their natural habitat.
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DAY 5:
- • A visit to the Elephant Transit Home Udawalawe
The Elephant Transit Home (ETH) was first setup by the Born Free Trust currently managed by the Sri Lanka wildlife department. Orphaned or injured elephants from across the island are brought to the ETH for care and rehabilitation.
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DAY 6:
- • Hot Air Ballooning in Kandalama
Few can resist a bird’s eye view of dramatic landscapes, a drift over thick jungle canopies and the thrill and serenity of a hot air balloon flight. You can gaze down upon villages and wildlife as the rising sun brings to life the landscape with vibrant shades of colour.
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DAY 7:
- • Hiking in Nuwara Eliya and Horton Plains
Nuwara Eliya is the heart of Sri Lankan hill country and it is the home of the famous “Ceylon Tea”.The salubrious climate, misty glens and the decidedly British character make Nuwara Eliya a must on any Sri Lankan travel itinerary.
Horton Plains – Sri Lanka’s highest plateau 7200 ft above sea level in the central mountain country. This ‘Fen” is a very scenic region with an astounding variety of scenery from mountains to grasslands, from marshes to trout streams.- • The cool and bracing climate is excellent for trout fishing!
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DAY 8:
- • Kandy/ Knuckles mountains
- • Camping in Knuckles Range of mountains
The camp is located high on a mountain slope overlooking the Knuckles Valley. After settling in at the campsite, take a 03 – 04 hour trek through the villages. The trek is through scrub jungle and forests to the little farming village of Meemure, deep in the Knuckles Valley. After a short break explore the village – explore and appreciate the simplicity of life enjoyed by its people.
- • In the evening you can swim in the cool mountain water of a stream by the village.
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DAY 9:
- • Mirissa Water Sports
Although the tranquil sunset and chilled beach bar may be well and good for some, a bit of adrenalin will never hurt!
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DAY 10:
- • Hiking and Departure
Galle, the intersection of classic Dutch architecture meets a tropical setting creates a vivid atmosphere in beauty. Observe how European architecture blends beautifully with South Asian traditions.
- • Proceed to the hotel.