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Overview

Elephant Rides, Cool Highlands, Train journey, Jungle Walks, Whitewater Rafting and superb beaches

The Sri Lanka family holiday is an ideal tour for families wishing to discover Sri Lanka. The tour is specifically created with children in mind and includes all the major tourist destinations as well as special activities for the children. The tour also spends less time moving around and minimizes travelling between destinations as well. The tour specifically includes elephant rides, white water rafting and a picturesque train journey just for the kids.

What makes this trip responsible ?

93% of all money generated by this holiday stays in Sri Lanka. We tend to use locally owned establishments for eating and staying and this ensures money makes it's way to the grass roots. This tour is also part of a pilot project for poverty alleviation in Sri Lanka through homestays.

Itinerary

Day 01 Arrive in Sri Lanka. Drive about 1 hour and arrive in Colombo. (D)
Day 02 Drive to Dambulla – enroute visiting the Pinnawela elephant orphanage. Arrive in Dambulla (B,D)
Day 03 Explore ancient city of Polonnaruwa. Elephant ride in the afternoon. Overnight at Dambulla. (B,D)
Day 04 Visit Dambulla, afternoon safari at the Minneriya National Park (B.D)
Day 05 Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress in the morning. Travel to Kandy. Witness Cultural dance show in the evening featuring fire walking, drummers etc. Overnight in Kandy. (B,D)
Day 06 Spend day exploring Kandy. Visit Peradeniya Gardens, Museum, Kandy city etc. Overnight in Kandy (B.D)
Day 07 Travel to Nuwara Eliya by train. On arrival visit a working tea factory and observe how tea is made. Overnight in Nuwara Eliya. (B,D)
Day 08 Meet with Naturalist and explore the high altitude nature reserve of Horton Plains. Travel to Kitulgala. White water rafting on the Kelani River. Overnight at Kitulgala(B,D)
Day 09 Travel to Yala. Upon arrival in Yala rest and relax.
Day 10 arly morning safari of the Yala National Park. Optional evening safari of Yala. Overnight at Yala. (B,D)
Day 11 Travel to Ahungalla. Enroute visit the Weligama stilt fisherman, Galle Fort and Turtle Hatchery. Overnight in Beruwela. (B,D)
Day 12 Relax at Ahungalla (B,D)
Day 13 Relax at Ahungalla (B,D)
Day 14 Depart from hotel in good time for flight out. (B)

Extensions

This holiday may be extended as required. Popular options are additional nights on the beach and include activities like Diving, watersports and Trawling. Adventure options include camping, kayaking, rock climbing and abseiling.

Want to know more ?

The itinerary above can be run as-is or tailormade to suit your needs and budget. Please select the Book Holiday or Contact Us to customise the holiday.

 

 

 

 

Prices

From US$. 1215.00 per person twin sharing excl.flights. Children below 2 -12 50% off when sharing with parents.

Accommodation

12 Nights in star class hotels with all amneties including Air-conditioning, attached toilets, television, safes etc. 1 Night in an eco lodge with attached toilets, fans and mosquito nets. (No hot water)

Meals

Half Board basis beginning with Dinner on Day 01 and ending with Breakfast on Day 14. All Breakfasts and Dinners with the exception of the eco lodge would be buffets. The eco lodge will serve a set menu.

Included

Transport in air-conditioned car or minivan, English speaking chauffeur guide, Entrance fees to all sites on the itinerary, Train Tickets, Jeeps when visiting National Parks, All government taxes.

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