Thrills in Sri Lanka
White Water Rafting
For thrills, there is nothing more exhilarating than rafting down a majestic river. For instance, join the boulder-strewn and picturesque Kelani River above Kitulgala and navigate nerve-chilling rapids such as Killer Falls and Head Chopper.
The higher-grade of the Sithawaka Ganga and the icy depths of the elevated Kothmale River between Hatton and Nuwaraeliya provide experienced rafters with more of a challenge, while both black water rafting-carried out in the night three days prior to or after a full moon (Poya) day-and white water kayaking, lend an even more thrilling angle to sport!
For thrills, there is nothing more exhilarating than rafting down a majestic river. For instance, join the boulder-strewn and picturesque Kelani River above Kitulgala and navigate nerve-chilling rapids such as Killer Falls and Head Chopper.
The higher-grade of the Sithawaka Ganga and the icy depths of the elevated Kothmale River between Hatton and Nuwaraeliya provide experienced rafters with more of a challenge, while both black water rafting-carried out in the night three days prior to or after a full moon (Poya) day-and white water kayaking, lend an even more thrilling angle to sport!
TREKKING & HIKING
Trekking & hiking are excellent ways to not only explore a country but also gain an insight into her people, their traditions and beliefs. The hill country offers some of the best terrain and scenery as trails wind through dense forests, up steep mountains, past flowing waterfalls, between fields of tea and through clear rivers that offer a cooling dip. In addition, the paths within the Cultural Triangle offer hikers a chance to abandon the beaten track and discover little-known temples, uninhabited jungle and archaeological remains.
Trekking & hiking are excellent ways to not only explore a country but also gain an insight into her people, their traditions and beliefs. The hill country offers some of the best terrain and scenery as trails wind through dense forests, up steep mountains, past flowing waterfalls, between fields of tea and through clear rivers that offer a cooling dip. In addition, the paths within the Cultural Triangle offer hikers a chance to abandon the beaten track and discover little-known temples, uninhabited jungle and archaeological remains.
Mountain Biking
Much can be achieved by exploring the hill country, dry zone and rural roads by mountain bike. Sri Lanka’s trails offer something for everyone, with the hill country – the Knuckles mountain range especially- offering the experienced biker some of the best mountain biking terrain in the world.
Riding the ancient trade routes and old hunting paths through tea plantations, jungle and lush valleys can be merged or alternated with leisurely rides along the coast, beside reservoirs, through rubber and spice plantations enveloped by palms and paddy.
Much can be achieved by exploring the hill country, dry zone and rural roads by mountain bike. Sri Lanka’s trails offer something for everyone, with the hill country – the Knuckles mountain range especially- offering the experienced biker some of the best mountain biking terrain in the world.
Riding the ancient trade routes and old hunting paths through tea plantations, jungle and lush valleys can be merged or alternated with leisurely rides along the coast, beside reservoirs, through rubber and spice plantations enveloped by palms and paddy.
Camping
The experience of sleeping under the stars is second to none. Campsites are sited in the most beautiful locations off the tourist trail. Camping is available in most national parks and nature reserves- from participatory camping where guests work with the staff to run the campsite, to standard and super-luxury where the experience is similar to that of a five-star hotel.
The experience of sleeping under the stars is second to none. Campsites are sited in the most beautiful locations off the tourist trail. Camping is available in most national parks and nature reserves- from participatory camping where guests work with the staff to run the campsite, to standard and super-luxury where the experience is similar to that of a five-star hotel.
Surfing
The gentle swell of the Indian Ocean waves offer many opportunities for surfing. Arugam Bay on the east coast is the Island’s top surfing location. For its spectacular scenery and challenging breaks it’s well worth the long journey. The south coast has many secluded surf spots fairly close together allowing you to base yourself in one place and be able to try them all. Other top sports for surfing along the coast include Mirissa, Matara and Pottuvil Point. The best waves are generally around October to May.
The gentle swell of the Indian Ocean waves offer many opportunities for surfing. Arugam Bay on the east coast is the Island’s top surfing location. For its spectacular scenery and challenging breaks it’s well worth the long journey. The south coast has many secluded surf spots fairly close together allowing you to base yourself in one place and be able to try them all. Other top sports for surfing along the coast include Mirissa, Matara and Pottuvil Point. The best waves are generally around October to May.
