Welcome to the pearl in the Indian Ocean – Sri Lanka.

Usually, you will have an overnight flight and arrive early in the morning at Bandaranayake International Airport in Colombo.

Upon arrival, you will be met by your personal guide/chauffeur and driven to your hotel on the golden beach of Negombo in about half an hour.

Accommodation: Jetwing Sea Negombo Hotel, Deluxe Room, Negombo, incl. breakfast

Today you will leave your beach resort in Negombo and head towards the Cultural Triangle to Sigiriya.

Enjoy your stay in the unique tree house surrounded by tropical flora.

Hidden in 4 acres of forest at the base of the Pidurangala rock is our retreat, which the villagers themselves have named as “Kurulu Uyana” – Bird Park.

A bird park in the wilderness it certainly is, but there is even more that you can enjoy.

Accommodation: Back of Beyond, Tree House, Sigiriya, incl. breakfast

Today you will visit the ancient royal city of Polonnaruwa, the historically second capital of Sri Lanka in 1,070 AD.

Embark on an exploration tour with your guide through the extensive area with its ancient ruins of the royal palaces, water and parks from a long-gone dynasty.

In the afternoon we go to the Minneriya National Park for 3 – 4 hours on a jeep safari.

Before sunset, the best time is to see leopards hunting, crocodiles sunbathing, elephants playing in the water, and many species of birds and reptiles.

Highlights in Minneriya NP are first and foremost a huge ancient reservoir, which was created as a water reservoir for the nearby royal cities as early as the 3rd century, the reservoir is now a paradise for waterfowl and various species of deer.

 In addition, the park is home to one of the largest meeting places for Asian elephants on the continent.

But not only elephants pass by the visitors here, but also the endemic white-bearded langurs and Ceylon hat monkeys, Sambar and Ceylonese axis deer, Sri Lankan sloth bears and leopards and the gray slender lorikeet.

The huge water reservoir makes the park one of Sri Lanka’s most important bird areas, with 160 specimens.

Accommodation: Back of Beyond, Tree House, Sigiriya, incl. breakfast

After breakfast, make your way to another UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Lion Fortress of Sigiriya.

The fortress was built in the 5th century by King Kassapa I on the monolith, a magma block of an eroded volcano.

Halfway up, you will discover the frescoes of the “Cloud Girls”, images of the most beautiful women from all over the world, which the king had made there bare-breasted.

Shortly before the northern plateau is the Spiegelwand, a rock wall that the king had polished to a high gloss during his lifetime.

From the top, you will experience a breathtaking panoramic view over the Sri Lankan wilderness.

Accommodation: Back of Beyond, Tree House, Sigiriya, incl. breakfast

After breakfast, you will leave the Cultural Triangle and have a slightly longer drive (approx. 4 1/2 hours) ahead of you until you reach the UNESCO World Heritage Site Knuckles Mountain Range.

Once there, your experienced mountain guide and the trekking team will welcome you.

Afterwards, you will start your unforgettable expedition to the biosphere reserve. Even though the nature reserve accounts for only 0.03% of Sri Lanka’s total landmass, the number of species-rich flora and fauna, especially endemic species, is disproportionately high.

Accommodation: Wild Glamping, tent, Knuckles Mountain Range, incl. full board

Today you will explore the untouched nature of the national park, discover the variety of bird, mammal and reptile species, endemic plants, hidden waterfalls and enjoy a breathtaking sunset by the campfire in the wilderness.

Accommodation: Wild Glamping, tent, Knuckles Mountain Range, incl. full board

Today you leave the plateaus of Sri Lanka and after your breakfast you will be driven to the dream beaches of Nilaveli.

On your way you will visit Trincomalee.

Highlights include the natural deep-sea harbor, Fort Frederick from the 15th century and the medieval Koneswaram Temple.

In the afternoon, check in at your resort and enjoy the dream beach on your doorstep and the fantastic underwater worlds.

Accommodation: Nilaveli Beach Resort, Double Luxury Beach Front Cabana, Nilaveli, incl. breakfast

Leisure.

The small boutique hotel Nilaveli Beach Resort is located directly on the wonderful, still partly untouched sandy beach of Nilaveli, on the east coast of Sri Lanka.

The charming resort offers upscale rooms in wooden bungalow style – all with sea views. Enjoy peace and relaxation in a private atmosphere.

Excursions in the area: Provincial capital Trincomalee (30 minutes driving time), Upuveli Beach (10-20 minutes driving time), Mariner National Park Pigeon Island (short boat ride).

There is also a diving school on the beach, which also offers snorkeling and whale watching excursions.

On request, the property can arrange activities such as diving and fishing. Guests can also make use of the barbecue facilities and bicycles for hire.

The on-site restaurant offers a delicious selection of traditional Sri Lankan and international cuisine.

Tip:

Snorkeling tour to Pigeon Island.

The trip takes only 10 – 20 minutes (depending on the waves)

A popular marine reserve, Pigeon Island, which is populated by rock pigeons, is home to some of the best-preserved coral reefs.

Enjoy your day snorkeling and sunbathing on the dream beach of Marble Beach.

Accommodation: Nilaveli Beach Resort, Double Luxury Beach Front Cabana, Nilaveli, incl. breakfast

After check-out, your private guide will be waiting for you at the lobby to drive you past waterfalls, traditional villages, rainforests, and mountain landscapes to the Nanu Oya train station so you can catch the train to Ella.

Until you arrive in Ella, you will experience the most beautiful views of the central highlands of Sri Lanka, along the picturesque tea plantations, tropical rainforests and the small traditional villages of the locals.

Your chauffeur will then be waiting for you at the station in Ella to drive you to your hotel.

The 98 Acres is one of the most beautiful hotels in Sri Lanka and offers a fantastic 360 degree panorama over the Sri Lankan plateaus high up in the forests and tea plantations.

Tip: Take a hike to the world-famous Nine Arches Bridge – one of Sri Lanka’s most famous photo motifs. Along the way, you will also find a variety of restaurants offering Western and Sri Lankan food.

Accommodation: 98 Acres, Superior Deluxe Room, Ella, incl. breakfast

Adam’s Peak is the most famous mountain in Sri Lanka. At an altitude of 2,245 meters, it towers over the central highlands of Sri Lanka.

Due to its religious significance and the fantastic view, hundreds of pilgrims and tourists are drawn to one of the most beautiful mountains in Sri Lanka every day.

If you climb Adam’s Peak, you should not miss the impressive sunrise. That’s why you should set off very early.

It is worth leaving around 2:30 a.m. You will discuss the exact route with your guide at your hotel. Also because of the heat, you should avoid one ascent during the day.

You can expect an ascent of about one kilometer over about 5,200 steps. In addition to a bottle of water, warm clothing should be in your luggage. On the summit it is really cold in the morning, about 10° C.

You will be rewarded with a breathtaking sunrise.

Accommodation: 98 Acres, Superior Deluxe Room, Ella, incl. breakfast

Today we drive about 2 1/2 hours to the Udawalawe National Park.

The park is associated with elephants in Sri Lanka as it is home to one of the largest populations of wild elephants.

Udawalawe is also known for its elephant orphanage, which was established in 1995 to prepare orphaned elephants for their return to the wild.

In the afternoon, around 3:00 pm, you will head to the Elephant Transit Home, where you can watch the elephant wise children being fed. At a sufficient distance, they will not be disturbed by tourists.

Your hotel is located directly on the Walawe Ganga River and offers fantastic opportunities for spotting exotic birds and other wildlife.

Accommodation: Jungle Paradise Hotel, Deluxe Room, Udawalawe, incl. breakfast

Today you will get up early to get the best time to see the wild animals in Udawalawe National Park during your 3 – 4 hour jeep safari.

It starts at around 5:30 a.m. You will take your breakfast with you and eat in the national park.

Before the midday heat, in addition to the twilight hours, the optimal time is to observe leopards hunting, crocodiles sunbathing, elephants at the water games and many birds and reptile species.

Accommodation: Jungle Paradise Hotel, Deluxe Room, Udawalawe, incl. breakfast

After your check-out, your journey will take you to Yala National Park.

Your luxurious camp is located right next to the boundary fence of the park. Elephants and water buffalo are prevented from entering the camp by the steel rope fence, everything smaller comes to visit regularly.

There is a larger waterhole in the camp, where many wild animals quench their thirst and offers you the opportunity for unique observations and great photo opportunities even in the camp.

In the afternoon we go to the park for 3 – 4 hours on jeep safari.

Before sunset is a good time to watch leopards hunting, crocodiles sunbathing, elephants playing water and many species of birds and reptiles.

Accommodation: Big Game Camping, Yala NP, Tent, incl. breakfast & dinner

Today you will get up early to catch a different time to observe the wild animals in the famous Yala National Park during your 3 – 4 hour jeep safari.

It starts at around 5:30 a.m.

You will take your breakfast with you and eat in the national park. Before the midday heat, in addition to the twilight hours, the optimal time to observe wild animals.

After the safari, you will first drive back to your hotel to take a shower and freshen up before checking out and after about 3 hours of driving you will return to your tropical hotel complex on the dream beach of Tangalle

Located on Tangalle’s tropical beach, Palm Paradise Cabanas features an additional outdoor pool for refreshment, a restaurant serving local and international cuisine, spa treatments, and free Wi-Fi in all rooms.

Enjoy your stay overlooking the Indian Ocean in a 5-hectare coconut plantation, in close proximity to the famous Goyambokka beach section.

Accommodation: Palm Paradise Cabanas, AC Cabana, Tangalle, incl. breakfast

Leisure.

Just enjoy the beautiful beaches of Tangalle while sunbathing or swimming in the warm waters of the Indian Ocean.

There are many turtle breeding stations that prepare the endangered species for their life in the wild.

These are definitely worth a visit, and with a small donation you help species conservation.

Accommodation: Palm Paradise Cabanas, AC Cabana, Tangalle, incl. breakfast

Enjoy your last hours in paradise before being driven to the airport on time for your return flight.

You will drive along the beautiful coastal roads of southern Sri Lanka, green rice fields and villages and (depending on when your return flight leaves and you have enough time) you have the opportunity to make a stopover with a short hike through historic Galle.

Then it is unfortunately time to say goodbye to your chauffeur/guide and the pearl in the Indian Ocean.

We will be happy to adapt this travel example to your individual wishes and ideas…