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Go beyond the tourist checklist - into the hidden spots & heartfelt stories
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Nuwara Eliya: Hike otherworldly Horton Plains, go on the charming tea trail, see hidden falls
Discover charming tea plantations, see colonial architecture and hike cloud forests
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Yala: Spot wild elephants & leopards at Yala & endemic birdlife at Bundala
The easiest place in Sri Lanka to spot leopards
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Weligama: Try the best beginner surfing in Sri Lanka, and spot blue whales (ethically!)
Sri Lanka's laid-back surf haven with a chance of blue whale magic.
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Kandy: Cycle the pretty tea trail, hike Knuckles mountain and take the iconic train
Pretty tea plantations and dramatic mountain landscapes
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Sinharaja Forest: Hike in the UNESCO forest and spot gorgeous endemic birds with a naturalist
Lush UNESCO forest reserve, Sri Lanka's last primary forest and a birder's wonderland
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Anuradhapura: Explore UNESCO ruins, spot wild leopards at Wilpattu and elephants at Kaudulla
Sri Lanka's ancient forgotten kingdom, and gateway to Sri Lanka's wildest national parks
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Sigiriya: See the iconic Lion's Rock, visit local villages and hike lush rainforests
Sri Lanka's sky palace, and most visited site. See Sigiriya's ruins & vibrant frescoes.
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Mirissa: Hop on a boat to spot wild humpback whales
Idyllic beach town where you can spot gentle humpback whales in the wild
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Udawalawe: Spot wild elephants at Udawalawe National Park
One of the best places in Sri Lanka to spot wild elephants
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Polonnaruwa: Explore the UNESCO ancient capital of the Sinhala Kingdom.
UNESCO ancient city, home to some of the most impressive ruins in Sri Lanka
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1062 reviews
The abundance of wildlife and knowledge of our guide were top notch.
Our 2 year old had an absolute blast and was so engaged that he did most of the walking himself!
Andrew Rivers
Wonderful trek one of my favourite experiences in Sri Lanka, guide was knowledgeable and kind it was a super experience
Fliss
I had an absolutely amazing hiking experience with my parents, and it was all thanks to our incredible guide, Achi! From start to finish, he made sure the hike was tailored perfectly to our needs and abilities, ensuring we were comfortable and enjoying every moment. His knowledge of the local area, flora, and fauna was impressive, and he shared fascinating insights along the way that really enhanced our experience, along with spotting various animals. Would definitely recommend.
radhika
I had the best time with Achi on our Sinharaja Forest Reserve birdwatching day. We set off on his motorbike at 6am, stopping many times on the way to the forest, whenever Achi spotted something interesting. We saw 15 different birds even before we got to the reserve. He is so sharp eyed and very patient. His knowledge of birds is encyclopaedic and he wanted me to see as much as possible. We were out for 12hrs & even on the way home he kept stopping the bike when he spotted interesting species that we hadn’t seen yet. There’s something very special about standing side by side in silence, peering into the foliage patiently waiting for a flicker of movement. We spotted over 50 different species of birds, many butterflies, purple faced leaf monkeys & were lucky enough to see a huge male sambar deer cross our path. It was clear that Achi cares deeply about protecting the environment & respecting all species. I thoroughly enjoyed my day and & can highly recommend Achi as an excellent guide & very good company.
Leisa Foxlow
The guide , Krishna went out of his way to accommodate my son and I for our sunrise hike . He was attentive throughout the walk and offered insights along the way and is very knowledgeable . Will def recommend him to anyone looking for a good guide !
Jasmine Andriesz
Booked: Sunrise Hike at Horton Plains
Friendly staff, from the first greeting to the end, scented the hospitality, the attention to detail
Friendly chat with the manager and especially with Srinad (hope I have spelled it correctly!) who accompanied me all the time...
We had luck (and i can say the professionalism of Srinad and the drivers) in both of the safari tours
Thank you guys for making that trip unforgettable!
Souheil
The two day, one night hike with Nipuna Knuckles Trekking is one of the highlights of my three weeks in Sri Lanka. Everything was very well organised, we were led by a knowledgeable guide, who shared information about nature as well as culture of villages we were passing by. The accommodation is located in a stunning location on a side of hill and the food served during the trip was always incredible. Combined with the wonderful nature views, this was a great experience
Jurga
Amazing tour! Achi went above and beyond on my guided bird walk day - starting with picking me up at 530am from my hotel and ending with a dropoff nearly 12 hours later. The time in between was filled with an incredible number of bird sightings, all due to his keen eyes! He knows the forest and it's birds inside and out. He took us across several great places to see a variety of birds. He also packed my lunch and water, and made everything so easy for me! Highly recommend - I had such a good day.
Kathryn
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