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Sri Lanka Holidays
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After more than a fly-and-flop holiday? Look no further than Sri Lanka. Here, you can tour tea plantations, seek out elephants and scale rock fortresses.
A beach break with a difference
Floating in the Indian Ocean, not far from the equator, Sri Lanka boasts all the tropical island credentials. The weather is fantastic, the countryside is cloaked in greenery, and the beaches are accessorised with swaying coconut palms. But look a bit closer, and you’ll see there’s more to this place than meets the eye.
The elephant in the room
Sri Lanka is known for its elephants, and the island offers plenty of chances to hang out with them. Head to Minneriya National Park and spot them in their natural habitat on a 4x4 safari.
Tea plantations and temples
Sri Lanka’s famous tea plantations are nestled in the heart of hill country. Make the trek, and you’ll be rewarded with sensational views and a top-class cuppa. Elsewhere, you can pay a visit to one of the country’s impressive temples. The Temple of the Tooth, in Kandy, is said to house the tooth of Buddha. Fancy a challenge? Try hiking to the top of Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Its 600-foot summit plays host to an ancient palace.
At a glance
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Stroll around Kandy's massive lake
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Savour a cup of tea on one of Sri Lanka’s tea plantations
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Hike to the top of Sigiriya Rock and wander the ancient fortress
Destinations in Sri Lanka
Top Destinations
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Beruwala
During a holiday to Beruwala, you can chill out on a tropical beach, tuck into first-rate seafood, and get pampered with Ayurvedic massages.
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Negombo
Holidays to Negombo deal out a strong hand – we’re talking beaches, belting scenery and days out to buzzy Colombo.
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Ahungalla
Holidays to Ahungalla showcase the best of Sri Lanka’s natural beauty. The town’s large beach is lapped by the Indian Ocean, and guarded by an army of palm trees.
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Kammala
Looking for a Sri Lankan escape that revolves around sun, sea and sand? Holidays to Kammala tick all the boxes.
