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Sri Lanka: Hike, Bike & Kayak
Sri Lanka: Hike, Bike & Kayak
On a 10-day active adventure in Sri Lanka, you’ll see the best UNESCO World Heritage sites and varied landscapes of this beautiful country. Cycle through tea plantations, kayak down rivers and hike to ancient fortresses from Negombo to Colombo. Explore Sigiriya’s Lion Rock, wander through the Knuckles Mountain Range and feel the breeze in your hair as you fly past the Golden Valley of Ceylon on two wheels. Sri Lanka is one of Asia’s most exciting destinations and it’s not hard to see why – with expansive coastlines, ancient ruins, rugged mountain peaks and wildlife-filled national parks, it’s a dream for travellers who like to get outdoors and experience a truly wild landscape.
Activities
- Sigiriya – Lion Rock Fortress Visit
- Minneriya National Park
- Knuckles Mountain Range – Village Walk
- Knuckles Mountain Range guided trek
- Knuckles Mini World’s End Guided Trek
- Hatton Tea Country Guided & Vehicle Supported Cycling
- Kandy – Scenic train ride from Kandy to Hatton
- Golden Valley of Ceylon Guided & Vehicle Supported Cycling
- Galle – Galle Fort Walking tour
- Gin River Kayaking
- Colombo – City walking tour
Highlights
- Kayak down the Gin River on a half day paddle through Sri Lanka’s ever-changing landscape. Float past forests, sandbanks and plantations while keeping an eye out for wildlife along the way.
- Come face with one of Sri Lanka’s most storied sites as you hike to the ancient carved rock fortress of UNESCO World Heritage site – Sigiriya, which rises dramatically from the surrounding plains.
- Hike through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Knuckles Mountain Range and encounter Sri Lanka’s lush scenery and amazing biodiversity. Visit the observation point ‘Mini World’s End’ and see the sheer drop into the Thelgamuwa Valley and its forest floor below.
- Cycle a mostly downhill route through the green heart of Sri Lanka’s tea country in ‘the Golden Valley of Ceylon’.
- Get to know the layered history of Galle during a walking tour, uncovering the city’s maze of streets, historic buildings, lighthouse and the famed 17th-century fort.
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, World Bicycle Relief. Donations provide school kids, health workers, and farmers in far-out areas with bicycles that provide access to education, healthcare, and income.
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Nestled in the heart of Sri Lanka’s hill country, Kandy is a city steeped in history, culture, and natural beauty. As the last capital of the ancient kings of Sri Lanka, Kandy holds a unique charm that blends its colonial past with a rich, vibrant heritage. The city’s crown jewel is the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, a UNESCO World Heritage site that houses a relic believed to be the tooth of the Buddha. Every August, the city comes alive with the Esala Perahera, a grand procession featuring traditional dancers, fire-breathers, drummers, and colorfully adorned elephants, all celebrating this sacred relic. Kandy's serene and picturesque surroundings offer a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle. A leisurely stroll around Kandy Lake, built in 1807 by King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe, is a must for visitors, providing stunning views of the hills and the iconic Temple of the Tooth Relic. For a deeper immersion into Sri Lanka's natural beauty, the nearby Royal Botanic Gardens in Peradeniya showcase an impressive collection of more than 4,000 species of flora, including a renowned orchid house and a giant Javan fig tree. This lush oasis was once reserved exclusively for Kandyan royalty, making it an ideal spot to unwind amidst history and nature. Kandy is also a cultural hub where visitors can experience authentic Sri Lankan traditions. The city is famous for its vibrant Kandyan dance performances, which depict ancient tales through powerful drumming, elegant costumes, and dynamic movements. Local markets, like the Kandy Central Market, provide a glimpse into everyday life, where the aroma of spices, fresh produce, and handcrafted souvenirs fills the air. Here, you can shop for Ceylon tea, a world-renowned product from the surrounding tea plantations that blanket the hills in verdant green. Fun fact: The city of Kandy has played a pivotal role in the preservation of Buddhism in Sri Lanka, especially after the arrival of the Portuguese in the 16th century. The city's location in the highlands provided a natural defense that helped protect its sacred relics and cultural treasures during times of invasion and conflict. |
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Colombo is the financial capital and by population, the biggest city in Sri Lanka. A major trading port as far back as 2,000 years ago, Colombo has an expansive harbor, making it a true commercial center of this island country. |
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Colombo is the financial capital and by population, the biggest city in Sri Lanka. A major trading port as far back as 2,000 years ago, Colombo has an expansive harbor, making it a true commercial center of this island country. |
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