Immerse yourself into the coastal culture by sun bathing and surfing during the day and partying all night long on the beach. Find yourself in the point where fun and relaxation meet on the southern coastline of Sri Lanka, which is also home to many of the most prominent Dutch forts and architecture. 

It is no secret that Ceylon tea is one of the most sought after and enjoyed around the world. Ceylon tea is of two main origins -  Up country and Low country tea, based on the location the tea is harvested from. Of these, Up country tea is the variety identified as the Ceylon tea, that so many around the world have grown to be fond of 

In addition to having a rich heritage, our charming island is very well known for its ability to adapt to new trends especially when it comes to tourism and its activities. One such addition is Glamping, which brings the luxury of a boutique hotel and the thrill of camping, and merges it together. The luxurious tents offer many comforts such as hot water, air conditioning, and comfortable bedding. You can also enjoy a diverse selection of glamping options from suburban glamping to glamping in the wild.

Sri Lanka being an island is also home to many sea creatures as well as its wildlife. Dolphin and whale watching is one of the most exciting off shore activities and an experience of a lifetime. There are a few places located around the country that offer these experiences at different times of the year which means you could align one of these adventures with your visit to Sri Lanka.

Observe the diverse wildlife of Sri Lanka in their own habitat by visiting our National parks, with acres of land that you might need more than one safari to cover. If you are a lover of flora and fauna, these are definitely Parks worthy of your bucket-list as Sri Lanka is home to many species that are endemic to our beautiful Island Nation.  

Catch the waves at one of Sri Lanka’s most popular surfing destinations in the south-eastern coast. Don’t know how to surf? No worries, there are many surf schools to get you on top of a wave in no time. And when you’re done, sit back, relax and enjoy the beautiful views of the picturesque beaches of Arugambay

Curry powder, toddy, palmyra trees are all things that are reminiscent of the northern district of Sri Lanka. Rich in its own heritage, Jaffna and its suburbs have their own unique offerings from food to drink to culture. Jaffna has become more accessible for over a decade now with the end of a 30-year old war which plagued the country, and has become a popular destination with many historical places to visit.

The Hill country is best known for its cold weather, beautiful mountain scapes and very rich cultural heritage as one of the longest reigning historical capitals of the country and its last kingdom. Remains of the Kandyan Kingdom are better preserved compared to its predecessors. Kandy is also home to the ‘Dalada Maligawa’, the famed Temple of the Tooth Relic and boasts the longest and grandest historical processions (“Perahera”) that is still held annually in the island. Devotees from around the island and overseas visit Kandy every year during the months of July and August to witness the grandeur of the Perahera.

Sri Lanka has recently become more and more of a popular quest for adrenaline junkies. If you are one, get your fix by learning the art of kitesurfing in Kalpitiya, taking a hot air balloon ride in Dambulla, zip line across Flying Ravana (Sri lanka's longest and fastest zip line) or trek the caves of ‘Nil Diya Pokuna’ in Ella. All this and many more including water sports like jet skis, surfing, and water skiing, just hours away from each other.  

Nightlife in Sri Lanka is quite diverse with its unique charm. Although maybe not as colourful as Bangkok or Las Vegas, it does have its own charm. In the city you’d find several night clubs, pubs and karaoke bars scattered around that cater to a diverse audience from young adults to older youth with varying ranges of music genres. Outside the city night life is most prominent in the southern and south-western coasts although seasonal events may extend towards the other coastal areas as well.

While traditional authentic Sri Lankan Street food does exist, Sri Lanka has developed a new street food culture (especially within the city) of fusion food like buns, sandwiches and burgers with a Sri Lankan twist to it. Catch a few of these mouth-watering treats from food trucks along Marine Drive or Thalawathugoda or off a roadside hut in Hulftsdorp. But do be warned some of these treats can be quite spicy and aren’t for the faint hearted. 

Sri Lanka is a country that is absolutely rich in its culture and heritage. A significant part of that heritage is owed to its historical kingdoms. Although sadly reduced to ruins, scattered throughout the island you can find some amazing marvels of historical architecture and engineering which you could visit and see for yourself. The Rock Fort of Sigiriya, the Minneriya Tank and the Embekka Temple are only a few of the many examples of the remains of these ancient kingdoms of our tiny island nation.   

From luxury retreats to minimalist meditation Sri Lanka is packed with a plethora of a selection for anyone who is looking to have a journey through mindfulness equipped with all the necessary amenities and professionals who are qualified in the arts of healing the mind, body and soul. 

Home to a wide range of architecture from our very own remains of historical heritage to colonial British, Dutch and Portuguese architecture to world renowned contemporary Architects like Jeffry Bawa, Minnette de Silva, Bavis Bawa and Valentine Gunasekara. You can study a bit of their history and understand their style by visiting their marvels, some of which have now been adopted as either hotels, restaurants and cafes.

Colombo is famous for its various city tours. A few classic examples of these tours are namely; the Colombo City Tour - a tour of the city on a colonial styled double decker bus with an open upper deck; The Colombo by Jeep - a jeep tour that is essentially a ‘concrete jungle’ safari of sorts is an interesting point of view to see the capital city in; and the Dodgy Bar Tour - a tour of some of Sri Lanka’s iconic waterholes.

Even King Ravana thought his beautiful island home would be enough to woo Sita and rightfully so (Indian mythology). Our beautiful island is home to many aphrodisiacs and mesmerising romantic getaways which makes it an ideal place to come and enjoy the beginning of your beautiful love story and the rest of your lives together.

Sri Lanka is home to a very unique style of cooking and boasts a large variety of dishes that are endemic to us which makes it a more than ideal place to visit if you consider yourself a foodie. Sri Lanka is also well known for its rich selection of spices which offer a signature flavour to the food.  In addition to the traditional dishes we have also adopted a culture of fusion cuisines. Visit the culinary world of Sri Lanka and learn how to make these spicy island culinary treats yourself.