EXPLORE SRI LANKA - 4
Updated: Aug 13, 2022
Mawanalla – Elephant Orphanage Pinnawala – Kandy – Kithulgala
(02 Days/ 01 Night)
Day 01 – Arrive at Colombo Airport – Elephant Orphanage Pinnawala – Kandy
Stop 01
New Paradise Spice & Herbal Garden in Mawanalla.
01. The gardens introduce you to the different spices in Sri Lanka and their uses. 02. They also allow you to see how the spices are grown, harvested and produced. 03. High quality spices, traditional remedies and natural cosmetics made with spices are available for purchase at very fair prices. 04. The Spice Gardens are also quiet, peaceful places to spend some time close to nature.
05. The gardens give a chance to try out amazing aromatic meals complete with the spices that tease your senses are a favorite here as well. 06. The gardens are usually open for visitors, though some may charge a minor entrance fee. So it’s a great way to spend your holiday if you are on a budget.
Not all spices are grown in a single garden, of course, since various climates and soil types are necessary for cultivation of the different spices. Therefore taking a guide or finding a formal tour package with a guide and transport method is a good idea.
A guide will take you through rows of cinnamon, panda leaves, allspice , vanilla, and other spice plants. At the onsite shop you can buy different spice or herbal products for consumption or as a souvenir.
Stop 02
Elephant Orphanage in Pinnawala
En-route visit the Elephant Orphanage at Pinnawela.The orphanage was created to protect abandoned and orphaned elephants. It has now grown into the most popular elephant attraction in the country and with good reason, for nowhere else except at Pageants (processions) are you likely to see so many elephants at close quarters. The elephants are controlled by their mahouts (keepers) who ensure they are fed at the right times and don’t endanger anyone but otherwise the elephants roam freely around the sanctuary area.
There are many elephants in residence from babies to young adults. Among the attractions, you will be able to witness elephants being led to a nearby river for bathing. You could also see the feeding of the baby elephants which is the highlight of the visit.
Bathing at river – 10.00am – 12.00pm
02.00pm – 4.00pm
Fruit Feeding - 9.00am – 9.45am
12.00p.m – 1.45pm
Stop 03
Temple of Tooth Relic
Visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha (Sri Dalada Maligawa), which houses the most important Relic of the Buddhists in Sri Lanka. A gold canopy was erected some years ago over the roof of the shrine room where it is placed.
After the parinirvana of Gautama Buddha, the tooth relic was preserved in Kalinga and smuggled to the island by Princess Hemamali and her husband, Prince Dantha on the instructions of her father King Guhasiva.
Stay Night in Kandy
Day 02- Batiks Factory and Kithulgala
Stop01
Gunathilake Batiks Factory
Gunathilake Batiks express the true identity our of country’s Heritage and glory by using the Ancient Art of Batiks. Ideal place to buy batik Souvenirs & gather knowledge on batik handicrafts. Batik products are available from USD $ 3 up to exclusive range as well. Opportunity to experience Hand Made High Quality Batik Crafts & Batik Dresses. Free tour at Batik production center with full demonstration is provided to all visitors between 8.00am to 5.00pm [Showroom is open till 6.00pm] We uphold one of the biggest single Batiks Collection of the Island with Vast Variation of Traditional & fashionable clothing for casual wear, Batik Materials, Wall decors, Wall Pictures, Household items & accessories.
Stop 02 Kithulgala Rafting
Rafting and whitewater rafting are recreational outdoor activities which use an inflatable raft to navigate a river or other body of water. This is often done on whitewater or different degrees of rough water. Dealing with risk is often a part of the experience. Feel the thrill while indulging in activities like ;
· White water rafting
· Trekking
· Rock sliding
· Hiking
· Confidence jumping
Stop 03
Negombo city tour
Departure
Transfer to Airport for departure flight.
Tour Includes
• Accommodation on sharing a double/twin/triple room at the hotels specified in hotel collection.
• Include Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Transport in a Private Vehicle, inclusive of all Chauffeur accommodation, cost of fuel, parking & highway tolls.
• Private Transport with airport transfers in an Air-Conditioned Vehicle throughout the tour
• Service of an English-Speaking Chauffeur Guide.
Tour Excludes
• Entry Visa Fees, please visit www.eta.gov.lk for more details
• International / Domestic Airfare.
• Any expenses of personal nature.
• Tips & Portages