Salt & Sand Escape
Experience the adventure on our Beach Getaway Tour!
If you are someone who yearns to bask under the warmth of the sun surrounded by palm fringed coastlines and a pristine sandy floor, then look no further because Sri Lanka is waiting for you. Be it for a beach bum or a lone holiday-maker looking for that perfect beach experience, Sri Lanka has got it all. And if you are looking for adventure on the beach, then be prepared to go at it with experiences such as kite-surfing, kayaking, wind-surfing, surfing, snorkeling and the likes that will be just around the corner.
When it comes to beaches, throughout the year, the weather would remain favorable so you can get to enjoy a sunkissed holiday. Winds from the north east makes the south western coast sunny and the sea calmer between November to March. South Western winds make the waters of the Eastern coast calmer as well, with a constant bout of sunshine.
- Best time period to experience – November to April
Best time period to experience – November to April
Hotel Jetwing Sea, Beach Resort in Negombo
Meals Dinner
On arrival at Colombo International airport you will be welcomed by our representative/chauffer guide/national guide. Upon completion of arrival formalities, leave for your chosen hotel in Negombo.
After breakfast check out the hotel and start your journey towards Bentota/Induruwa where you will spend 03 nights in Sandy Beaches of Indian Ocean.
Hotel Temple Tree Resort and Spa – Induruwa
Meals Breakfast & Dinner
Attractions Galapata Viharaya Temple, Water Sports, Beach
Relax in the Hotel.
One of the most popular resort towns on the South West coast of Sri Lanka, Bentota is home to some of the finest beaches. It is also the much sought after centre of water sport action in the region. Snugly situated between the calm Bentota lagoon, the river and the ocean, it provides an ideal setting for a wide range of thrills and spills. Boat rides up river, also offers a chance to explore the tangled waterways, mangrove swamps and marine life that thrive there. The ancient temple – Galapata Viharaya which dates back to the 12th built during the reign of Sri Lanka’s great king Parakramabahu, is also a point of interest for the history lover. The beach also attracts endangered sea turtles that come to nest – and many conservation projects operating in the area offer guests the opportunity to observe them up close.
Hotel Temple Tree Resort and Spa – Induruwa
Meals Breakfast & Dinner
Activities Boat Safari ($20pp), Turtle hatchery ($5pp)
After breakfast proceed to Balapitiya for a boat safari in Madu River (AUS $ 20 per person). En route visit Kosgoda turtle hatchery. (AUS $ 5 per person)
Kosgoda is a quiet coastal town located along the Southern coastal belt of Sri Lanka. If travelling to Kosgoda from Colombo, you may opt for the quicker route on the Southern Highway or the more scenic route along Galle Road. Kosgoda is ideally situated in close proximity to many vibrant tourist hubs such Bentota, Hikkaduwa and Galle, Kosgoda is the ideal location to enjoy all that these busy towns have to offer and yet relax on the serene beaches at the end of a busy day. The Kosgoda lagoon offers an ideal location for bird enthusiasts to observe some of the nature’s finest. Boat trips can also be organized and a visit to see the turtle conservation projects at the turtle hatcheries is an absolute must.
Balapitiya is a picturesque coastal town, located in the Southern Province in Sri Lanka. It is an approximate two-hour drive (or less if travelling on the southern highway) from the capital Colombo. It is the nearest town to the infamous Maadu River. If you are looking for a quiet and relaxed beach holiday away from the more popular and crowded resorts of Bentota and Hikkaduwa, Balapitiya is the place to be. The town has many dated mansions and villas which are now transformed into attractive boutique villas and hotels, which makes finding suitable accommodation pretty easy. Surfing and snorkeling facilities are available and even deep sea fishing trips can be enjoyed.
After breakfast proceed to Mirissa.
Hotel Temple Tree Resort and Spa – Induruwa
Meals Breakfast & Dinner
Activities Boat Safari ($20pp), Turtle hatchery ($5pp)
Visit to the Galle Fort, National Maritime Archeological Museum.
Mirissa is a small village perched on a beautiful crescent of beach on the South of Sri Lanka made famous as a world renowned site for whale watching. Regarded as the closest point to where the giant Blue whales congregate due to favorable sea conditions. The ocean around Mirissa is popular with the giants of the sea – no less than five types of whales (blue whale, Bryde’s whale, sperm whale, killer whale and pilot whale) and four kinds of dolphins (spinner dolphin, bottle nosed dolphin, striped dolphin, Risso’s dolphin)can be spotted. There are many that offer ocean trips to see these giants but it is advisable to pick certified tour operators and guides. Off shore, the pace of life is quiet with a scattering of guest houses and simple cafes on the beach. Mirissa also offers water sports facilities such as sailing, fishing, coastal cruises, river trips, sea kayaking, snorkeling and boating for those looking for some action.
Proceed on a whale watching safari with picnic breakfast.
Back to the hotel and spend the day at leisure.
Hotel Manadra Resort – Mirissa
Meals Picnic Breakfast
Activities Whale Watching Safari
After an early breakfast, check out the hotel and leave towards Yala which is located in the southern coastal belt of Sri Lanka. Evening enjoy a Jeep safari to Yala National park. (AUS $ 50 per person)
Hotel Jetwing Yala Hotel – Yala
Meals Breakfast & Dinner
Attractions Yala National Park
Activities Jeep safari
Situated in the arid South East region of Sri Lanka, Yala National Park is home to the greatest variety of the nation’s wildlife and therefore, its most popular wildlife destination. Declared a Game Reserve in 1938, Yala comprises five blocks covering an area of 151,778 hectares. The park comprises several major habitat types – dunes, scrub forest, riverine forests, rocky out-crops, secondary forests and coastal lagoons with mangrove forests which are home to a wide variety of wildlife. The 44 mammal species found here includes the endangered leopard sub-species Panthera pardus kotiya, which found only in Sri Lanka. Yala is also known to contain the highest Leopard concentration in the world. Other ‘big game’ such as sloth bear, herds of elephants, buffalo, sambar, spotted deer and crocodiles are also found in great numbers. The dry months from May to September are the best times for viewing them. With over 200 species of birds, Yala is a hotspot for birders too. From October to April during the Northern Hemisphere winters, Yala becomes home to many species of migrants and the salt pans at Palatupana are a popular location for bird watching. Yala’s historical significance dates back to 500 B.C and evidence shows that the park was inhabited in the past. There are many archaeological sites within the park and the ancient monastery of Sithulpahuwa standing sedately on an isolated rocky platform is a popular pilgrimage site.
After breakfast travel towards Udawalawa. Evening visit Elephant Transit Home in Udawalawa (AUS $ 7 per person) and if time inclined proceed on a game drive to Udawalawe National Park. (AUS $ 45 per person)
Hotel Grand Udawalawe Safari Resort – Udawalawa
Meals Breakfast & Dinner
Activities Elephant Transit Home, Udawalawe National Park (time permitting)
After breakfast drive back towards Colombo which is the commercial capital of Sri Lanka. Today we enjoy a city tour in Colombo including Gangarama Temple, churches, mosques, Colombo Bazaar & fort area.
Hotel Galadari Hotel
Meals Breakfast & Dinner
Attractions Gangarama Temple, churches, mosques, Colombo Bazaar & fort area
Activities City Tour of Colombo
After breakfast departure transfer to Airport.
Meals Breakfast at the hotel
Activities Departure transfer to the airport
Inclusions & Exclusions
- Accommodation 04 star hotels on Bed & Breakfast Basis starting with breakfast on Day 02 and ending with Breakfast on Day 09. Cost may change.
- Arrival, departure transfers and the tour as per the itinerary in an air conditioned Car accompanied with an English speaking licensed Chauffer guide.
- Passenger Insurance (Vehicle)
- Fuel, Parking & highway fees
- Complimentary SIM Card on arrival
- Garlands on arrival
- All currently applicable government taxes and service charges
- Cost of Entrance Tickets & Jeep/boat hire charges to the sites visited in the itinerary.
- Lunch & Dinner cost
- Peak period supplements
- International air-fare, airport tax or any kind of insurance cover other than what is stated.
- Items of personal nature like drinks, laundry, telephone calls, tips, etc.
- Any other Sites not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Any other item not specifically mentioned above in ‘PRICE INCLUSIONS’.
- Visa fees to Sri Lanka.
General
- Hotel check-in time: 1400h, Hotel check-out time: 11.00 hours.
- ‘No Show’ will not be entitled to any refunds.
- Acceptance of these ‘Terms and Conditions’ is a requirement of your booking. Submission of a booking is your acknowledgement that you have read, understood and agreed to be bound by these ‘Terms and Conditions’.
Payment
- In order to confirm your tour package, full payment is required upon confirmation.
- Credit Card payments require a 3.5% surcharge.
- Bank TT or Pay Pal (3.5% surcharge required) are accepted which is a common mode of payment
Tour Cancellation Policy:
- 90 days or more before departure – LOSS OF DEPOSIT!
- 89 to 64 days before departure – 25% of Tour Cost
- 63 to 43 days before departure – 50% of Tour Cost
- 42 to 31 days before departure – 75% of Tour Cost
- Within 30 days of departure – 100% of Tour Cost
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