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Monks at Sigiriya Rock, Sri Lanka
A gem in the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is blessed with golden sands, plodding elephants and emerald green forests as far as the eye can see. Whether you want to lay on a tropical beach, go white water rafting or tour a tea plantation, you'll find what you're after in this tropical paradise.
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Club Hotel Dolphin
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Jetwing Seashells
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Kani Lanka Resort And Spa
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Club Palm Garden
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Eden Resort And Spa
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Hotel Riverina
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Jetwing Beach
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Browns Beach
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Saman Villas
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The Fortress
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Things to do
Memorable moment...
Visit Sigiriya, a magnificent fortress that sits majestically on top of the formidable "Lion Rock," a dramatic block of granite that rises deep from the jungle.
Things to do
Visit the fascinating elephant orphanage of Pinnawela. Roam the octagonal Temple of the Tooth, where pilgrims religiously practice 'pujas' each day. Travel through Ratnapura, the spectacular city of gems, where miners toil in search of their fortune. Visit historic 'Little England', a famous colonial area around Nuwara Eliya.Explore your destination
The Culture of Kandy
This is an unforgettable tour to Sri Lanka's cultural capital, land of kings, queens and elephants. You'll travel through paddy fields and palm forests, climb aboard an elephant at Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage and follow the pilgrims' route to the sacred Temple of the Tooth.
from approx. £27pp (adult/full day)
Rolling Down the River
Whitewater rafting on the Kelani River, film site of Bridge on the River Kwai, this is an adventurous day out. Travelling with instructors on a mainly relaxing trip, you'll tackle rapids like Butter Crunch and Killer Fall before cruising Ladies Stretch on a fun-packed 6km journey to Rafter's Retreat.
from approx. £25pp (adult/full day)
The Elephants' Call
Tracking elephant, boar and crocodile by speeding jeep, this is an exciting wildlife safari into Uda Walawe National Park. On this overnight adventure, you'll also tour historic Galle, pop into a turtle hatchery and see Ratnapura's miners searching for glittering gemstones.
from approx. £75pp (adult/overnight)
Teas and Trumpets
A taste of colonial Sri Lanka, this three day tour takes you high into the tea plantations of Nuwara Eliya. A fascinating glimpse of Europe's colonial past, you'll see flourishing tea estates, uncover the highlights of Kandy and enjoy elephant adventures.
from approx. £115pp (adult/3 days/2 nights)
Please note: Child prices may be available on each of the excursions, for further details, please speak to your Representative in resort. This is an example guide only and excursions and prices will be subject to change according to season, availability and demand.
Food and drink
Sri Lanka's variety of curry dishes often blend coconut milk and exotic spices, while some restaurants serve international cuisine and delicious fresh seafood. Sample world-famous Ceylon tea or Arrack, a palm and coconut sap spirit. On the day of Poya, occuring every full moon, no alcohol can be served.
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Fact File
Information
Language: Sinhalese, Tamil and English. Currency: Sri Lanka Rupee. Standard GMT: + 5.5 hrs. Sri Lanka (Ceylon) Tourist Board: Clareville House, 26-27 Oxendon Street, London SW1Y 4EL. Tel: 020 7930 2627. www.srilankatourism.org
For essential information on visas, departure taxes, vaccinations and other issues please {read page xxx} click on 'info' at the top of the page.
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