#Explore the Natural Wonders: Eco-Tourism Adventures
9 Nights 10 Days?
Embark on a meaningful journey with our eco-tourism adventures, where every step brings you closer to nature and conservation. Join us in fostering a deeper connection with the environment and leaving a positive legacy for generations to come. Book your eco-friendly adventure today and experience the beauty of responsible travel firsthand!
Embark on a journey of discovery and conservation with our eco-tourism adventures! Dive into the heart of nature’s beauty while making a positive impact on the environment. Our tours are designed to immerse you in stunning landscapes, diverse ecosystems, and unique cultures, all while promoting sustainable practices and responsible travel.
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Destination
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Departure
Main Street, Taiwan -
Departure Time
Please arrive by 9:15 AM for a departure at 9:30 AM. -
Return Time
Approximately 8:30 PM. -
Dress Code
Casual, comfortable athletic clothing, hat and light jacket. -
Included
5 Star AccommodationAirplane TransportBreakfastPersonal Guide -
Not Included
BawaCamping TentDeparture TaxesDinnerGolf ClubLunch
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Day 1: Arrival to Negombo
- Arrival in Colombo International Airport and meet with our representative at the arrival lounge
- Transfer to Negombo – 30 minutes drive approximately
- Dinner and overnight stay in Ranweli Beach Hotel n Negombo
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Day 2: Anamaduwa
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Glide along the waterways by canoe or motor boat in the environs of Ranweli and explore the unique ecosystem around the mangroves. Discover the numerous indigenous aquatic and terrestrial plants and enjoy a green wonderland of breathtaking beauty by boat for approximately 2 hours
- Transfer to The Mud House Eco Lodge in Anamaduwa – 2 hours drive approximately
- Enjoy a traditional home cooked Sri Lankan rice and curry lunch at The Mud House
- Canoe in the lake at The Mud House
- Learn to cook a Sri Lankan meal with the culinary experts at The Mud House
- Dinner and overnight stay at The Mud House Eco Lodge
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Day 3 : Anamaduwa
- Breakfast at The Mud House
- Cycling trail in Anamaduwa - The land around The Mudhouse is predominantly flat an ideal for exploring by peddle power. It is possible to do a lot of the local excursions by bike, such as the Paramakanda temple and Tonigala rock. Many of the nearby villages and lakes can also be reached by bike, as well as the bright lights of Anamaduwa town, which is just under 8 km away.
- Lunch at The Mud House Relax in the afternoon or take leisurely walks in The Mud House compound to understand the unique traditional Sri Lankan architecture which The Mud House is built on. You may even explore the organic vegetables fields of The Mud House.
- Dinner and overnight stay at The Mud House Eco Lodge
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Day 4: Dehigahala
- Breakfast at The Mud House
- Transfer to Sigiriya – 2 ½ hours drive approximately
- Lunch at Back of Beyond Dehigahala Ela Eco Lodge
- Relax at the lodge
- Dinner and overnight stay at Back of Beyond Dehigahala Ela Eco Lodge
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Day 5: Dehigahala
- Breakfast at the Eco Lodge
- Nature trail in the area, Forest walks, boulder scrambles, a spot of caving and …the loveliest of it all – stream hikes. Talk to the naturalist about your particular area of interest, and he will customize the trail and accompany you.
- Lunch at Back of Beyond Dehigahala Ela Eco Lodge
- Trek along the stream and have dip in the natural pools This, without doubt, is the favourite activity of visitors to Dehigaha Ela Eco Lodge. The cold and sparkling Dehigaha Ela stream falls into the murky warm Kiri Oya River at the edge of the lodge. Let the tumbling water massage you, allow the cheeky fish nibble at your toes, or just disappear in to the cool pools of water.
- Walking upstream along the Dehigaha Ela stream is highly recommended. It will take a while as you are tempted to dip in the innumerable pools created by the low calcium terraces. If you make it all the way, you get to the marshy pool fed by the clear bubbling springs where it all starts
- Dinner and overnight stay at Back of Beyond Dehigahala Ela Eco Lodge
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Day 6: Sigiriya
- Breakfast at the Eco Lodge
- Cycle to Sigiriya Rock and climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Back to the lodge, freshen up and transfer to Kandy – 2 hours drive approximately
- Visit Temple of Tooth Relic in Kandy where Lord Buddha’s tooth relic is now call home
- Dinner and overnight stay at Polwaththa Eco Lodge in the outskirts of Kandy. Polwaththa Eco Lodge is an off the beaten track eco lodge where you could taste “Back to nature” experience.
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Day 7: Polwaththa
- Breakfast at the lodge
- Trek in the village with One of the trained Village Guides through quaint villages, show you the traditional village lifestyle and how they attend to their household chores. The walk also includes a look at the different vegetables, fruits and spices that are locally grown such as Cocoa, Pepper, Cloves, Nutmeg, Vanilla... and how jaggery (local sugar) is made from the flower of the Kithul tree. The village walks ends with a river swim where you can mingle with locals washing their clothes and dipping their heads in the water or choose to swim in what some may call your private natural swimming pool. A new addition is a newly found waterfall which includes a 1km walk through a jungle
- Lunch at the lodge or picnic lunch
- Relax in the afternoon at the lodge
- Dinner and overnight stay at Polwaththa Eco Lodge
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Day 8: Polwaththa
- Breakfast at the lodge
- Visit the ancient village of Mediwake where you will be taken through terraced rice fields and be shown how rice is cultivated and harvested. For those who dare to get down in the mud, you can take charge of the water buffalo and experience traditional farming, hands-on. The best time to trek through the rice fields is between July-September and February-April when there is a wonderful tint of green all round. Rice is mostly planted in June/July & December/January and harvested in October and May where water buffaloes are still used, as done for centuries
- Lunch at the lodge or picnic lunch
- Dinner and overnight stay at Polwaththa Eco Lodge
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Day 9: Negombo
- If you are in to bird watching, we would suggest to walk in Polwaththa Eco Lodge’s compound of 13 acres which is a very good bird watching spot. Of the 15 endemics out of 60 species of birds, 5-10 sightings of endemics within approx 3 hours (between 6-9 am) is a common occurrence - that too within the 13 acre property within Polwaththa. Endemics mostly seen here are: the Sri Lankan (SL) Yellow-fronted Barbet, SL Hanging Parrot, SL Grey Hornbill, Layard's Parakeet, Greater Flameback, Ceylon Wood Pigeon, SL Chestnut-backed Owlet, Indian Scimitar Babbler and the SL Yellow-eared Bulbul.
- Breakfast at the lodge
- Checkout and transfer to Negombo – 4 hours drive approximately
- Overnight stay in Ranweli Beach Hotel in Negombo
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Day 10: Negombo to Departure
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Transfer to Airport for departure – 30 minutes drive approximately
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