Upon your arrival, our Chauffer will pick you at the Airport and transfer you to Thotupola a lake front resort in Bolgoda. Bolgoda is the largest fresh water lake in Sri Lanka which spreads over 400 sq.km, located approximately 30 km from Colombo. In the evening you will be able to have a walk in the village and experience their way of life while exposing to the local climatic conditions. Visit to the village temple, a fisherman’s Cottage, a village house will add value to your evening walk. Playing cricket with the local children will be another unique experience of your walk. A canoe ride in the Bolgoda Lake is also a possible activity in Thotupola which we could arrange on your request. Overnight stay is arranged at Thotupola.
After an early breakfast, we will travel to Sinharaja Rainforest, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This is regarded as a virgin rainforest and home for a large variety of birds including 20 endemics out of 34, reptiles, mammals, butterflies, freshwater fishes and lots of species of trees with a large proportion of those being indigenous to the country and some more specifically endemic to Sinharaja itself. Upon arrival to Sinharaja, we will check in at “Let’s Go Camping” Campsite for Lunch. After having lunch, we will start our forest exploration with the snacks and water and back to the campsite after a memorable walk inside this virgin forest. The atmosphere of the campsite will be transformed and the entire site will be illuminated with the campfire, flame torches and lanterns. Enjoy a hearty BBQ meal and overnight stay at Let’s Go Camping campsite at the border of Sinharaja Rainforest.
Today our destination will be Adam’s Peak which is known as Sri Pada in Sinhalese (Mountain of Sacred Footprint). Since the peak is crowned by the impression of a gigantic footprint, which is venerated by pilgrims of all religions. Buddhists pay homage to it as that of Lord Buddha, made during his third visit to the island; Hindus believe it was made by the Creative Dance of Siva; while Muslims and Christians believe it to be that of Adam, with Roman Catholics sometimes attributing it to St. Thomas. The best season for Adam’s Peak Hike is between full moon days of December & May and most of the pilgrims climb the mountain at night. During the off season (between full moon days of May & December) the night climbs are not possible and only the day climbs are operated and the weather is not good as in the season.
If you are travelling in the Adam’s Peak Season, we will spend more time in Sinharaja and start the climb around 5.00 pm and spend the night in the peak in Sleeping bags. If you are travelling in the off season, we will do this trek as a day climb and the climb starts early in the morning around 6.00 am.
We will witness the glorious sun rise from the top of the Adam’s Peak and trek down to Delhousie where we will meet our vehicle and transfer you to Nuwara Eliya. We will check in at St.Andrew’s Hotel. Having a rest of few hours will make you comfortable and in the evening you are free to have a walk in the Nuwara Eliya town on your own. You may visit the market place, golf course, race course and the Victoria Park in the middle of the city. If you are interested we could arrange a Horse ride too. Back to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay at St.Andrew’s Hotel.
After an early breakfast we will proceed to Horton Plains National Park for a nature walk inside. Horton Plains (Maha Eliya) National Park is the park which located in the highest altitude in Sri Lanka covered by montane grassland and cloud forest. Being the home for 24 species of mammals, 87 species of birds, 9 species of reptiles and 8 species of amphibians Horton Plains offers nature enthusiasts a remarkable experience. A large herd of Sri Lankan Sambar Deer roam the park and other mammal species found in the park include Kelaart's Long-clawed Shrews, Toque Macaques, Purple-faced Langurs, Rusty-spotted Cat, Sri Lankan Leopards, Wild boars, Stripe-necked Mongooses, Sri Lankan Spotted Chevrotains, Indian Muntjacs, and Grizzled Giant Squirrels.
This is the only National Park in Sri Lanka in which visitors are allowed to walk. We will visit the most attracting tourist destination in the Horton Plains, the 'Worlds End’ where the 2000 meters plateau comes to an abrupt end, plunging 700-1000 meters to the valley floor. The 'Little Worlds End' is another popular location, falling a mere 300 meters, along with Baker's fall which we will visit during our walk.
Back to the Park entrance and get ready for the second session of the day. From the Park Entrance we will travel to Udaweriya where we start the trek to Kalupahana via Bambarakanda Waterfall which is the highest in Sri Lanka. At Kalupahana we will get into the vehicle and proceed to Ella. Overnight stay at Ella Adventure Park.
Proceed to Buduruwagala after the breakfast. The name Buduruwagala means “the rock with the statue of Buddha” And this is exactly what it is. Seven figures are carved in this rock with a massive 51 foot Buddha statue in the Abhaya Mudra gesture at the centre. We will start our trek to Bat Caves from Buduruwagala itself. Start with shrubby jungle; we will trek along the paddy fields, rural roads and the remote villages. The trail lies on some steep climbs and small mountains when you are close to the Bat Cave. The cave is full of Bats & Cockroaches while you may spot some land monitors too. Back to Ella by our vehicle. The rest of the day will be at leisure at Ella Adventure Park. Dinner and overnight stay at Ella Adventure Park.
We will leave for a short trail called Warakara Trail after the breakfast. This is a short trek of approximately 2 – 3 km in total. The trail starts from the premises itself along the paddy fields and vegetable plots. Walking by our High Rope adventure setting, you will feel that the site is an ideal location for meditation. The chirps of the birds & the sound of the water stream will provide the music for your soul. The adventure rating of the trail is moderate to hard, where in some places you will have to use your best skills. Having an al fresco bath in a natural rock pool will add more flavor to your trekking experience, while canyoning will make your trek an adventurous one. Once you go up, we will turn back from the place where the distribution canal starts. We will return along the distribution canal where you can see a fascinating landscape including a waterfall called Polgasamuna Waterfall. Back to the resort for Lunch. Evening you can have a dip into Kirindi Oya which is streaming through the resort premises. Enjoy a hearty BBQ meal and overnight stay at Ella Adventure Park.
Today’s highlight is the Udawalawe National Park which is famous for large herds of Asian Elephant which can be seen throughout the year. The park is a mixture of abundant Teak plantations, grasslands, scrub jungle and riverine ‘gallary forest’ along the Walawe River and Mau Ara. Many elephants are attracted to the park because of the Udawalawe reservoir, with a herd of about 400 believed to be permanently resident. Udawalawe is an important habitat for water birds and Sri Lankan Elephants. We will start our day’s journey after the breakfast at Ella Adventure Park. We will do a Safari Drive in the National Park and proceed to Negombo which is a beach resort in the close proximity to the Airport. In the evening you are free to spend your time on the beach. Enjoy a Sea food dinner at your hotel and get ready for the following day’s departure.
Breakfast at the hotel and leave for the Airport fly back to your home or the next destination.
Our Services Include;
- All lodging (mostly in campsites) during the tour on HB basis.
- Managing the entire trail.
- Service of Local trekking guides.
- Snacks and refreshments during the tour.
- Accommodation and meals for the local guides.
- Back up vehicle cum transportation during the tour with a chauffeur guide.
- Entrance fees to National parks in the tour and the fee for the government trackers.
- Cost of the 4WD Jeep safari in Udawalawe National Park.
- All government taxes.
Our Services Do Not Include;
- Scheduled international & domestic flights.
- Any extra beverages or food.
- Lunch during the tour.
- Optional tours & activities.
- Gratuities and expenses of a personal nature.
Payment: Full payment with the confirmation.
