by admin-unique | Mar 16, 2023 | Activities To Do in Sri Lanka, Adventure Travel, Blog, Family Holidays, Family Holidays in Sri Lanka, Family Holidays to Sri Lanka, Family Tours in Sri Lanka, Family Tours to Sri Lanka, Travel Tips
Srilanka known as the pearl of the Indian Ocean is blessed with very good Weather. Being a
Tropical Country, makes it conducive for traveling all year round. Therefore, it does not
matter too much, when you come to visit Srilanka. But there are some minor points that you
may wish to know before booking your Holiday.
Though Sri Lanka is a small country, the Weather varies a lot. Within a drive of three hours,
the Temperature could go from 30 degrees to 10 degrees, from nice and Sunny to rainy and
misty. This mystical nature`s wander makes Sri Lanka a unique destination. No matter what
time of the Year you come, the Sun is guaranteed.
January – April
This is a good time to visit Srilanka as there is very little rain around, during this time. This is
the best time to see Whales. Swimming in the Sea is possible in the South and West Coasts.
This is a good time for water sports such as surfing and snorkeling. January is a bit cooler by
Srilankan standards and April is tilted towards the hot season. The Country goes to the Holiday
mood after the 13th of April because of the Sinhala New Year. April is the best time for
Kitesurfing in Srilanka which is becoming more and more popular every Season.
May – June
This is the time that the South- West Monsoon kicks in. There is some rain around and the
humidity climbs up as well. This is not the Ideal time for a beach Holiday in SriLanka, but it is
a good time to travel around the country sightseeing. The sites will be unique over this time
with very few tourists around. Most of the sites will be for your selves to explore compared to
lining up to visit sites during the busy Season.
July – September
This is the time for family Holidays. Lots of families are seen in July/ August. Though there is
little rain around, this is a good time to visit SriLanka. The Elephant gathering in Minneriya
National park happens during this time of the Year where you get to see hundreds of Elephants
with babies. The Perehera in Kandy [Procession] takes places in July/ August to pay homage to
the Tooth relic of Buddha which is a unique highlight.
October – November
This is the time of the North- East monsoon. But this does not mean it would rain all day. The North
East monsoon is not very heavy and usually, it rains in the late afternoon. This is a fairly quiet time in
Srilanka. You can swim in the Sea in the North and East during this time of the Year. .
December
This is the best time to visit Sri Lanka as far as the Weather is concerned. This is the coolest month in
Srilanka which would be the ideal temperature for you. The temperature will be around 25 Degrees.
This is the busiest time of the year for sure and a lot of families visit SriLanka during this time of the
Year.
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by admin-unique | Jun 29, 2020 | Adventure Travel, Blog
Explore the North and the East
The North of Srilanka was in isolation for over three decades due to the Civil War. Though the
War ended over Ten years ago the North and East is not visited by many Tourists. The Golden,
Wide, sandy Beaches are yet to be explored. After the War ended, some very good Hotels
were built in the North and the East with a lot of expectations which had not been full filled
due to the lack of Tourists. Trincomali, Nilaweli and Uppuveli , Pasikudah are probably the best
beaches for Swimming and Pigeon Island being the best place for Snorkeling. Arugambay is
very well known among Surfers as one of the best places in Asia. Going on a Whale and
Dolphin watching trip in Kalpitiya, Visiting the Isolated Delft Island and visiting the Nagadeepa
Temple are the most popular activities in the North.
The North of Sri Lanka is very much like South India with a lot of Hindu Temples and shrines.
Some of these Temples are massive Towers with colorful sculpture and paintings.
Most tourists do not visit the North and a East due to long travel time. But if you carefully
design an itinerary, you can break up Journey by including The largest National Park in
Srilanka, named Wilpatthu. You could visit the first ancient Capital of Srilanka which was
flourishing, about thousand years ago. Anurathepura, the ancient City is an amazing Unesco
World Heritage Site.
by admin-unique | Jun 18, 2020 | Adventure Travel, Blog, Family Holidays, Family Holidays in Sri Lanka, Family Holidays to Sri Lanka, Family Tours in Sri Lanka, Family Tours to Sri Lanka, Tours In Sri Lanka
Bambarakanda Falls – The tallest Waterfall in Sri Lanka
This site is very much under rated and not visited by most Tourists. The height of the fall is 790
feet, the tallest in Srilanka and 299th in the World. This is definitely a hidden Gem in the Country in
isolation. You could go for a swim in the basin [Natural Pool] at the base of the fall which would be
a unique experience in the middle of nowhere.
The horse tailed single looped drop is a Photographer`s Paradise.
You could hike to the top of the fall to see the streams that feed the falls merging and see the Eastern Plains
of the Country.
The fall is at its best between March and May.
by admin-unique | Jun 18, 2020 | Adventure Travel, Blog
Horton Plains – World’s End
Horton plains were declared as a national park in 1988 and has been a Unesco World Heritage
Site since 2010. The plateau above 6000 Feet above sea level has so much Bio- diversity and is home for many endemic species of Birds to Sri Lanka and the most popular being the SriLankan
white eye.
The Horned lizard, or black-lipped lizard, the Purple faced Monkey and the Sambur Deer are often
spotted here.
The undulating foot path through the cloud forests and River beds take you to the World`s End
which is the Highlight of the Park. On a clear day you get to see the Distance of 100 Miles and
drop of 3000 feet.
The Baker’s Waterfall named after the British explorer Sir Samuel Baker, is not tall, but is
beautiful with stunning views at different angles. The waterfall is surrounded by a thick forest, tree
ferns and montane shrubs.
The best time to visit the Park is from January to March as there is very little rain around.
Its best to be at the World`s End early around between 8 and 9 before the Mist settle in for the
day.
by admin-unique | Jun 18, 2020 | Adventure Travel, Blog
Nine Arch Bridge in Ella
Set against a backdrop of thick jungle and tea plantations, Ella’s Nine Arch Bridge is one of Sri
Lanka’s most stunning sights. It is an amazing sight to see the classic blue Sri Lankan train
passing by slowly over the Bridge through the mist. This is an unique experience that will take you
back in time..
The history of Nine Arch Bridge
The Nine Arch Bridge has a fascinating history which was built during the British period.
The steel and metal that was allocated to build the Bridge had been used by the British Army
during the First World War. Granite Rocks and slabs along with Bricks were used as substitutes to
move the project forward. The Nine Arches Bridge stretches to nearly 300 feet at a height of over
75 feet. This is regarded as a Railway Wander and seeing the train spiraling up the hills is a great
Site.
The Nine Arch Bridge has become one of the most visited attractions in the Country.
This is a Photographer`s Paradise with so much verity.
by admin-unique | Feb 12, 2020 | Adventure Travel, Blog
Sri Lanka is no longer seen as just a Beach Holiday Destination. Its verity of
Adventure activities have been identified by the Adventurers Travellers and
within the past few Years SriLanka has emerged as a Holiday Destination for
Adventure.
Hiking and Trekking-
Horton Plains, Kirigalpottha and Thotupola Kanda are some great places to
walk and Hike up in the Hills in the cooler Climate, through the Cloud Forests.
You get to see some Wildlife unique to these Hills such as Purple- Faced
Monkey, Horned Lizard, Samba Deer and a lot of Birds including SriLankan
White-Eye and the Black Eagle.
The Knuckles Mountain range has so many different Climatic Zones and this
isolated range of Majestic Mountains, is a Paradise for Hikers.
The Hantana Mountain range, close to Kandy is one of the most isolated, but
one of the best hikes in the Country. The range has seven peaks. On a good
clear Day, the beautiful city of Kandy can be seen from the first Peak.
The Sinharaja Rain Forest is Unique to SriLanka with so many endemic species
of Flora and Fauna. This one of the few virgin Rainforests in the Words and has
been declared as a Unesco Word Heritage Site.
Ella Rock-
This is an amazing climb close to the well-known Nine-Arch Bridge in Ella.
You walk along the Train Track before starting the Hike. Once you get to the top
through the Forests and little Villages, you get to see the 180 Degree view of
Ella.
Biking –
The isolated back roads of SriLanka with stunning Scenery have attracted the
Bikers who sometimes, ride from one end to the other end of the Country.
They Cycle through the little Villages and Rice Paddy fields, stop at little local
Shops for a Coconut or some local specialities.
Multi-Activities-
White Water Rafting, Waterfall sliding, Hot Air Ballooning, Zip lining, Camping,
Surfing, Diving, Snorkelling and Canoeing are some of the popular Activities.
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