Sri Lanka experiencesThere’s a lot packed into this compact island. Spot leopards in dry forest. Walk through old cities tangled with jungle vines. Learn about tropical plants with a professor of botany. Or spend the afternoon on the beach with a cold coconut.Sri Lanka works so well because you don’t have to choose just one type of holiday. Wildlife, history, food, beaches and hill-country walks can all fit comfortably into a two-week trip. Overview Itineraries Experiences Places to visit Best time to visit Accommodation This is just a taster of what’s possible in Sri Lanka. Pick the experiences here that catch your eye, or tell us what else you’d love to do. We’ll tailor your trip around your interests – there’s far more to experience in Sri Lanka than we could fit here. All Kandy & the hill country • Sri Lanka Sri Lanka’s tea: from leaf to cupFrom plucking to production, explore the legacy of Sri Lanka’s tea plantations. Kandy • Sri Lanka Walk with Professor Palipana in Peradeniya Botanical GardensExplore Peradeniya with botanist Professor Palipana, and learn about the history and science behind the garden’s collection. Kandy & the hill country • Sri Lanka E-biking in NorwoodExplore Sri Lanka’s hill country by e-bike, riding through tea estates, villages and mountain roads. Colombo • Sri Lanka Colombo by tuk-tuk See Colombo through the eyes of a local: from the city’s most sacred religious sights to the busiest modern streets. Cultural triangle • Sri Lanka Kalawewa kayakingPaddle across Kala Wewa and see how one of Sri Lanka’s ancient reservoirs supports wildlife today. The South • Sri Lanka Mask painting on the south coastMake your own Sri Lankan mask with a master carver. Kandy & the hill country • Sri Lanka Guided hike of the Pekoe TrailExplore Sri Lanka’s hill country on foot, following old tea routes through villages, estates and highland landscapes. Colombo • Sri Lanka Colombo crab & arrack soiréeAn evening of Jaffna crab, home cooking and the culinary traditions of Sri Lanka’s north. Galle • Sri Lanka Explore Galle Fort with a resident expertSee Galle Fort with a local guide, through its streets, landmarks and the people who live within its walls today. Anuradhapura • Sri Lanka Anuradhapura bike tourSee Anuradhapura by bike, from its great stupas to the sacred Sri Maha Bodhi tree. Kandy • Sri Lanka Kandy food tourTaste your way through Kandy with a local host, from curries and dosa to vada and sweet treats. Kandy & the hill country • Sri Lanka Dosa cookingCook Tamil favourites in Sri Lanka’s hill country, with a hands-on introduction to the food of the region. Load More