Activities

Journey with Passion, and Treasure the Experience.

Architectural Visits

Architectural Visits

Explore magnificent sites renowned for their distinctive architectural designs. The Lunuganga Estate, designed by renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa is a combination of art and nature. Freedom is portrayed in the architecture of the Independence Memorial Hall. As such there are several places that are very valuable.

Sampling Local Cuisine on Food Tours

Sampling Local Cuisine on Food Tours

As you visit different cities, sample the different cuisines that each one is famous for. Savour the delights of Galle seafood, Kandy traditional cuisine or Colombo street food. These are only a handful of the incredible culinary adventures that await you.

City Tours

City Tours

Explore ancient cities which were once eternal kingdoms. The ruins strewn throughout the cities offer a wealth of information about Sri Lanka's past. Discover the main cities of Kandy, Jaffna, Galle, Nuwara Eliya and Colombo.

Cultural Festivals or Events

Cultural Festivals or Events

In addition to its breathtaking scenery and diverse cultures, this tropical island is well-known for its thrilling festivals and events. Sri Lanka's many cultures, religions, customs and harmony can all be highlighted during its festivals. Festivals in Sri Lanka provide visitors and locals alike with an immersive and remarkable celebration experience complete with festive processions and customs.

Exploring Museums and Art Galleries

Exploring Museums and Art Galleries

Many museums in Sri Lanka highlight particular aspects of the country's culture. The final monarch’s crown and jewels are housed in the National Museum. Numerous unearthed relics are kept in the Jaffna Archeological Museum. Visit these museums and the others in this area for a magnificent view of art as well as the Lionel Wendt Art Gallery.

Visiting Historical Landmarks

Visiting Historical Landmarks

You will encounter numerous historical sites with a strong connection to Sri Lanka's past as you travel through the country. Ancient cities like Anuradhapura which served as the nation's governing body, the Galle and Jaffna forts which represent Sri Lanka's colonial past and others.

Deep Sea Fishing

Deep Sea Fishing

In Bentota, Negombo, Trincomalee and Mirissa, visitors can try deep-sea fishing. By going out to the deep sea by boat, you can try your hand at fishing in areas where you can see new fish species that are rare near the coast. The best time to visit the South is from November to April. For the east, May through September are the ideal months.

Cycling

Cycling

December through March is when Sri Lanka experiences its dry season. This is the ideal time to visit some of Sri Lanka's most important sites while taking a leisurely bike ride. Places like Sigiriya, Galle Fort, Nuwara Eliya and the Cultural Triangle.

White Water Rafting

White Water Rafting

A popular activity in Kitulgala is whitewater rafting. Due to the monsoon rains feeding the rivers this heart-pounding activity is best enjoyed from May through December. This long journey through the Kelaniya River is a winding path of fun and thrills.

Hot Air Ballooning

Hot Air Ballooning

November through April is the ideal time of year to travel to Sigiriya or Dambulla for a hot air balloon ride through the clouds when the wind is calm. You will witness the enchanting views of forest canopies as you travel through the sky.

Zip Lining

Zip Lining

For an exhilarating zip-lining experience, visit the Kitulgala Forest Reserve or Ella Adventure Park. You can see the sights from above on this 500m-long journey going at around 80 mph. This heart-pounding activity will leave you breathless. Enjoy this adrenaline-pumping activity during any month of the year when you visit Sri Lanka.

Snorkeling or Scuba Diving

Snorkeling or Scuba Diving

For the best views of coral reefs and marine life, go snorkelling at Hikkaduwa, Pigeon Island and Unawatuna between November and April on the southwest coast and May and September on the east coast.

Wildlife Safaris

Wildlife Safaris

When travelling in a safari jeep, visitors can get up close and personal with wildlife in Sri Lanka's breathtaking national parks, including Yala National Park and Udawalawe National Park. For the dry zones, February through October is ideal and for the wet zones December through April.

Hiking

Hiking

In the dry season which runs from December to April, you can trek through mountains and visit picturesque places. Adam’s Peak, Ella Rock, Sinharaja Rainforest and the Knuckles Mountain range are just a few of the few places that permit beautiful trails.

Staying with a Host Family for a Homestay Experience

Staying with a Host Family for a Homestay Experience

Experience authentic Sri Lankan life by staying with a host family. They will teach you the customs of Sri Lanka, the food that they eat and the various activities that incur their day-to-day lives.

Volunteering with Local Communities

Volunteering with Local Communities

Spend some of the time you are in Sri Lanka to volunteer. Various organisations around the country offer opportunities to help those in need at any time of the year. These events are organised in the rural towns of Sigiriya and Anuradhapura.

Learning a New Language or Skill

Learning a New Language or Skill

In language centres located in Kandy and Colombo, you can learn the native tongues of Sri Lanka – Sinhala and Tamil. This opportunity will allow you to be able to intimately understand the culture and customs of Sri Lanka and can be done at any given moment in the year. You can also learn skills such as traditional dancing which is unique here.

Traditional Craft Workshops

Traditional Craft Workshops

If you ever wished to understand the fundamentals of crafting methods such as Mask making, wood carving or batik arts, then this is your opportunity. Ambalangoda provides the opportunity to engage in mask-making, with a skilled craftsman to guide you. At Kandy, wood carving is a known skill. It is where you can enjoy a class to understand and try out wood carving. Batik arts is a fundamental skill in Matale where you can learn it. Visit these workshops when you come to Sri Lanka as it is offered year-round.

Cooking Classes or Culinary Tours

Cooking Classes or Culinary Tours

Enrol in classes that will teach you the art and flavours of Sri Lankan cuisine. Enjoy the experience of tasting cuisine from different areas in Sri Lanka whilst travelling, where you can enjoy small delicacies and tasty meals. This year-round activity allows you to enjoy it at any given time.

Sunset Cruises or Boat Rides

Sunset Cruises or Boat Rides

Take a cruise and head out to the ocean to watch the sunset. November through April is the ideal timeframe to engage in this activity on the Southwest Coast. For the East Coast May through September is ideal. These entertaining boat trips are available in Bentota, Madu Ganga, Mirissa and Trincomalee.

Thermal Baths or Hot Spring Visits

Thermal Baths or Hot Spring Visits

You can find enticing relief and tranquility at the Maha Oya Spring in the eastern province which is home to natural hot springs. Allow yourself to feel the warming sensation of the natural hot water springs as they relax your body and mind. You can enjoy this relaxing activity year-round.

Fish Therapy and Foot Reflexology

Fish Therapy and Foot Reflexology

Natural water streams are the best locations for tourists to experience the benefits of natural fish spa therapy. The hundreds of toothless fish in the streams of natural water may give a soothing tingling massage when the temperature is just right. During any time of the year, you can enjoy this tingling activity.

Relaxing on Pristine Beaches

Relaxing on Pristine Beaches

The golden shoreline of Mirissa, Unawatuna, Tangalle, Arugam Bay and Nilaveli is thought to be the ideal place to unwind. The southwest coast is at its best from November to April when there are gentle winds and plenty of sunshine.

Spa Treatments and Wellness Therapies

Spa Treatments and Wellness Therapies

Investigate additional ways to pamper yourself such as receiving wellness therapies and spa treatments. This will help you relax and release tension in your body. These treatments can be obtained at any time in hotels in Galle, Bentota, Colombo and Ella during any month of the year.

Yoga and Meditation Retreats

Yoga and Meditation Retreats

Unwind both mentally and physically through the rejuvenating acts of Yoga. Explore Arugam Bay, Ella, Sigiriya and Hikkaduwa for this rejuvenating technique at any time of the year. With breathtaking scenery serving as your backdrop, unwind both physically and spiritually.

Architectural Visits

Architectural Visits

Explore magnificent sites renowned for their distinctive architectural designs. The Lunuganga Estate, designed by renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa is a combination of art and nature. Freedom is portrayed in the architecture of the Independence Memorial Hall. As such there are several places that are very valuable.

Sampling Local Cuisine on Food Tours

Sampling Local Cuisine on Food Tours

As you visit different cities, sample the different cuisines that each one is famous for. Savour the delights of Galle seafood, Kandy traditional cuisine or Colombo street food. These are only a handful of the incredible culinary adventures that await you.

City Tours

City Tours

Explore ancient cities which were once eternal kingdoms. The ruins strewn throughout the cities offer a wealth of information about Sri Lanka's past. Discover the main cities of Kandy, Jaffna, Galle, Nuwara Eliya and Colombo.

Cultural Festivals or Events

Cultural Festivals or Events

In addition to its breathtaking scenery and diverse cultures, this tropical island is well-known for its thrilling festivals and events. Sri Lanka's many cultures, religions, customs and harmony can all be highlighted during its festivals. Festivals in Sri Lanka provide visitors and locals alike with an immersive and remarkable celebration experience complete with festive processions and customs.

Exploring Museums and Art Galleries

Exploring Museums and Art Galleries

Many museums in Sri Lanka highlight particular aspects of the country's culture. The final monarch’s crown and jewels are housed in the National Museum. Numerous unearthed relics are kept in the Jaffna Archeological Museum. Visit these museums and the others in this area for a magnificent view of art as well as the Lionel Wendt Art Gallery.

Visiting Historical Landmarks

Visiting Historical Landmarks

You will encounter numerous historical sites with a strong connection to Sri Lanka's past as you travel through the country. Ancient cities like Anuradhapura which served as the nation's governing body, the Galle and Jaffna forts which represent Sri Lanka's colonial past and others.

Deep Sea Fishing

Deep Sea Fishing

In Bentota, Negombo, Trincomalee and Mirissa, visitors can try deep-sea fishing. By going out to the deep sea by boat, you can try your hand at fishing in areas where you can see new fish species that are rare near the coast. The best time to visit the South is from November to April. For the east, May through September are the ideal months.

Cycling

Cycling

December through March is when Sri Lanka experiences its dry season. This is the ideal time to visit some of Sri Lanka's most important sites while taking a leisurely bike ride. Places like Sigiriya, Galle Fort, Nuwara Eliya and the Cultural Triangle.

White Water Rafting

White Water Rafting

A popular activity in Kitulgala is whitewater rafting. Due to the monsoon rains feeding the rivers this heart-pounding activity is best enjoyed from May through December. This long journey through the Kelaniya River is a winding path of fun and thrills.

Hot Air Ballooning

Hot Air Ballooning

November through April is the ideal time of year to travel to Sigiriya or Dambulla for a hot air balloon ride through the clouds when the wind is calm. You will witness the enchanting views of forest canopies as you travel through the sky.

Zip Lining

Zip Lining

For an exhilarating zip-lining experience, visit the Kitulgala Forest Reserve or Ella Adventure Park. You can see the sights from above on this 500m-long journey going at around 80 mph. This heart-pounding activity will leave you breathless. Enjoy this adrenaline-pumping activity during any month of the year when you visit Sri Lanka.

Snorkeling or Scuba Diving

Snorkeling or Scuba Diving

For the best views of coral reefs and marine life, go snorkelling at Hikkaduwa, Pigeon Island and Unawatuna between November and April on the southwest coast and May and September on the east coast.

Wildlife Safaris

Wildlife Safaris

When travelling in a safari jeep, visitors can get up close and personal with wildlife in Sri Lanka's breathtaking national parks, including Yala National Park and Udawalawe National Park. For the dry zones, February through October is ideal and for the wet zones December through April.

Hiking

Hiking

In the dry season which runs from December to April, you can trek through mountains and visit picturesque places. Adam’s Peak, Ella Rock, Sinharaja Rainforest and the Knuckles Mountain range are just a few of the few places that permit beautiful trails.

Staying with a Host Family for a Homestay Experience

Staying with a Host Family for a Homestay Experience

Experience authentic Sri Lankan life by staying with a host family. They will teach you the customs of Sri Lanka, the food that they eat and the various activities that incur their day-to-day lives.

Volunteering with Local Communities

Volunteering with Local Communities

Spend some of the time you are in Sri Lanka to volunteer. Various organisations around the country offer opportunities to help those in need at any time of the year. These events are organised in the rural towns of Sigiriya and Anuradhapura.

Learning a New Language or Skill

Learning a New Language or Skill

In language centres located in Kandy and Colombo, you can learn the native tongues of Sri Lanka – Sinhala and Tamil. This opportunity will allow you to be able to intimately understand the culture and customs of Sri Lanka and can be done at any given moment in the year. You can also learn skills such as traditional dancing which is unique here.

Traditional Craft Workshops

Traditional Craft Workshops

If you ever wished to understand the fundamentals of crafting methods such as Mask making, wood carving or batik arts, then this is your opportunity. Ambalangoda provides the opportunity to engage in mask-making, with a skilled craftsman to guide you. At Kandy, wood carving is a known skill. It is where you can enjoy a class to understand and try out wood carving. Batik arts is a fundamental skill in Matale where you can learn it. Visit these workshops when you come to Sri Lanka as it is offered year-round.

Cooking Classes or Culinary Tours

Cooking Classes or Culinary Tours

Enrol in classes that will teach you the art and flavours of Sri Lankan cuisine. Enjoy the experience of tasting cuisine from different areas in Sri Lanka whilst travelling, where you can enjoy small delicacies and tasty meals. This year-round activity allows you to enjoy it at any given time.

Sunset Cruises or Boat Rides

Sunset Cruises or Boat Rides

Take a cruise and head out to the ocean to watch the sunset. November through April is the ideal timeframe to engage in this activity on the Southwest Coast. For the East Coast May through September is ideal. These entertaining boat trips are available in Bentota, Madu Ganga, Mirissa and Trincomalee.

Thermal Baths or Hot Spring Visits

Thermal Baths or Hot Spring Visits

You can find enticing relief and tranquility at the Maha Oya Spring in the eastern province which is home to natural hot springs. Allow yourself to feel the warming sensation of the natural hot water springs as they relax your body and mind. You can enjoy this relaxing activity year-round.

Fish Therapy and Foot Reflexology

Fish Therapy and Foot Reflexology

Natural water streams are the best locations for tourists to experience the benefits of natural fish spa therapy. The hundreds of toothless fish in the streams of natural water may give a soothing tingling massage when the temperature is just right. During any time of the year, you can enjoy this tingling activity.

Relaxing on Pristine Beaches

Relaxing on Pristine Beaches

The golden shoreline of Mirissa, Unawatuna, Tangalle, Arugam Bay and Nilaveli is thought to be the ideal place to unwind. The southwest coast is at its best from November to April when there are gentle winds and plenty of sunshine.

Spa Treatments and Wellness Therapies

Spa Treatments and Wellness Therapies

Investigate additional ways to pamper yourself such as receiving wellness therapies and spa treatments. This will help you relax and release tension in your body. These treatments can be obtained at any time in hotels in Galle, Bentota, Colombo and Ella during any month of the year.

Yoga and Meditation Retreats

Yoga and Meditation Retreats

Unwind both mentally and physically through the rejuvenating acts of Yoga. Explore Arugam Bay, Ella, Sigiriya and Hikkaduwa for this rejuvenating technique at any time of the year. With breathtaking scenery serving as your backdrop, unwind both physically and spiritually.