Aayu Expeditions

Wild Sri Lanka Sri Lanka | 5 Nights 6 Days | 11 – 16 December 2023

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Includes
  • Accommodation in 4 star hotels on twin / triple sharing
  • Private vehicle as per the itinerary
  • Meals as per the itinerary
  • Tourist Visa
  • Travel Insurance from India
  • 1-litre bottled mineral water per person per day
  • Entry fees to Pinnawala Elephants Orphanage
  • Temple of Tooth Relic
  • Full day Jeep Safari at Yala National Park
  • Boating and Whale Watching at Mirissa
  • Turtle Hatchery
Excludes
  • Airfare
  • Any other meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Extra transport in case if any
  • Personal expenses
  • Any other expense not mentioned in the itinerary
Day-Wise Itinerary

Day 1: Colombo – Pinnawala – Kandy: 11 December 2023

Arrival to Sri Lanka, welcome by our Represenatative & transfer to Kandy enroute visit to the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage. Providing a caring home for abandoned and wounded elephants, it is a much-loved destination for tourists and locals alike. Here, adults and baby elephants from around Sri Lanka thrive, and a captive breeding program is also proving to be highly successful. The feeding and bathing times are generally the ideal times to visit when you can observe these gentle giants at their best.

Thereafter visit to spice Garden in Mawanella & once in Kandy enjoy a city tour of Kandy – the last kingdom of the Sinhalese, taking in the sights of Upper Lake Drive and the Market Square on the way to pay homage to one of the most sacred religious sites in Sri Lanka. The Temple of the Tooth or Dalada Maligawa is believed to house the ‘tooth relic’ of the Lord Buddha. A walk around the town will let you indulge in some souvenir hunting with intricate treasures in wood, copper, silver, brass, ebony, bronze, ceramics, lacquer work, handlooms, batiks, jewellery and reed-ware to choose from & visit to Gem Museum.

Check-in Hotel & relax

Evening: Round off your day with a Cultural Dance show, where the vibrant costumes and pulsating rhythms of traditional dance forms from centuries old rituals will enthral you.

(Lunch / Dinner)

Day 2: Kandy – Nuwara Eliya – Ella – Yala National Park After Breakfast visit Gem Museum and shopping there.

Thereafter head ‘up country’ and the city of Nuwara Eliya, visiting the Ramboda waterfalls, Sri Bhakta Hanuman Temple and a tea factory along the way.

Afternoon: The old colonial outpost still referred to as ‘Little England’ Nuwara Eliya certainly lives up to its name. Perched 6200 feet above sea level, the climate too, adds to the illusion of one stepping into an old English town, where neat hedges, quaint cottages and beautiful old buildings stand as serene as they did well over a century ago – the magnificent Grand Hotel presiding over them all. There is, of course, an old golf course as well as horse racing events to complete the picture.

Hakgala Botanical Gardens (Ashok Vatika): This is the exotic pleasure garden where King Ravana kept the depressed Sita, insisting that she marries him. It was here where the heartwarming meeting took place between her and Hanuman, who brought her Rama’s ring with the news that Rama was looking for her. He offered to carry her back but she refused saying it would be an insult to Rama’s honor if she did so. Part of this majestic garden still exists. It is also said that Hanuman nearly destroyed it in order to prove to Ravana of the forces against him.

Then transfer to Yala via Ella

Ella is a quiet hill country town that draws visitors to its cool climate and its picturesque setting deep in the heart of the ‘up country’. Steeped in the ancient legend of Rama and Sita from the Indian epic -the Ramayana, most significant natural landmarks are named after King Ravana – the local god who kidnapped the princess. The myriad locations connected to the legend are well worth visiting and the cascading torrent of Ravana Ella waterfall too is a breath-taking sight. The towering mass of Ella Rock presides regally over the area and the mountain pass known as Ella Gap offers spectacular views right across the distant valleys all the way to the South Coast. The little town of Ella is far from a scenic stopover, but a truly charming and beautiful haven to spend a few relaxing days of fresh mountain air and unforgettable vistas.

Dinner & Overnight stay in Yala

(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Day 3: Kandy – Yala National Park

Full Day at Yala National Park (06.30 A.M TO 05.00 PM)

Yala National Park is the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka. The park consists of five blocks, two of which are now open to the public and also adjoining parks. Yala is situated in Sri Lanka’s south-east hugging the panoramic Indian Ocean, Yala was designated a wildlife sanctuary in 1900 and was designated a national park in 1938. Ironically, the park was initially used as a hunting ground for the elite under British rule. Yala is home to 44 varieties of mammal and 215 bird species. Among its more famous residents is the world’s biggest concentration of leopards.

Evening return to the hotel & free leisure at the Hotel.

(Packed Breakfast / Packed homemade Sri Lankan lunch inside Forest / Dinner)

Day 4: Yala – Mirrisa

After Breakfast free leisure at the Hotel & proceed to Mirissa enroute visit Coconut Tree Hill, Secret Beach of Mirissa & Parrot Rock, Check-in Hotel & relax in the beach. Overnight Mirrisa

(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Day 05: Mirissa – Whale Watching – Galle-Bentota

With packed breakfast proceed to Mirissa for Blue Whale Watching Sri Lanka is a popular destination to observe whales and dolphins. Dondra Point, located in southern Sri Lanka, is the main whale watching port in Sri Lanka from December to April. December, January, and April are the most significant months of these months. During these months, there is a 95% chance of seeing sperm whales and large blue whale species, their flyway being close to Dondra Point. In addition, there is a good chance to see Spinner Dolphins also next to Dondra. Mirissa is the closest point to Dondra Point with good accommodation options.

Thereafter visit proceed to Bentota via Galle

The Heritage city of Galle. For centuries Galle has stood strong against invasions – from colonial powers and nature’s volatile outbursts. The famous Dutch Fort was first built by the Portuguese, fortified by the Dutch and preserved by the British. Battered daily for over 400 years by the ocean it even survived the onslaught of a tsunami and is enjoyed today by residents and visitors alike. The colonial architecture of the walled city too has resisted the advance of modernity and holds tightly to its past glory.

Then visit to Turtle Hatchery at Kosgoda – a successful conservation effort established to protect Sri Lanka’s turtles from extinction.

Madu river Boat Ride –The bio-diversity of the Madu River is of monumental signification when considering the wide ranges of aquatic and avian life as well as wetland dwelling amphibians, reptiles, mammals that inhabit the environs of this natural treasure. A total of 11 species of agnatic molluscs and 14 land dwelling molluscs are found in this system. 70 species of fish, 31 types of reptiles, and 50 kinds of butterflies are just some of colourful array of wildlife that inhabits this abundantly bustling eco-system. Bird watchers will be pleased to know that 111 species of bird have been identified in the mangrove formed environs of the river, and has been known to host several types of migratory birds. Check-in Hotel & relax. Overnight Bentota.

(Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)

Day 06: Bentota – Colombo – Airport Drop

After Breakfast transfer to Colombo, once in Colombo do city tour of Colombo including Gangaramaya Temple. Sri Lanka’s capital city, Colombo is easily the largest metropolis in the country. It is still the commercial and entertainment hub with many corporate buildings, restaurants, shopping malls, spas, hotels and nightclubs. If you want to have an active urban nightlife and do a spot of shopping then Colombo is your place. One thing unique you’re bound to find in the heart of Colombo is the tree-lined main streets adding to the idea that this truly is a tropical paradise. Stand under one of the towering streets in the afternoon sun and you’re bound to cool off.
Colombo also has a massive park named after both Queen Victoria and Sri Lankan princes Vihara Maha Devi, and is situation along the island’s Western Coastline boasting some of the world’s best city sunsets every evening. Sit on an open terrace, sip Margaritas and watch the golden-orange sky dance tones of blue and purple as night begins to fall.

Later enjoy Colombo city shopping,

There are wide varieties of shopping complexes within the Colombo city all of them are with all the facilities. Most of the shopping malls are fully Wi-Fi enabled. If you are looking goods for lesser prices Pettah bazaar is the ideal location. You can buy almost anything you want but this is always busy and crowded. If you move along the Galle Road, you can find shopping malls like Majestic City, Liberty Plaza and Crescent which are very popular among locals as well. You can buy garments, handicrafts, books, leather goods and many more. Prices are very competitive. ODEL and Arena are other shopping malls which are very popular among tourists. The shops in Main Street of Pettah mostly sell readymade garments.

Thereafter proceed to the Airport to catch your flight back home accompanied with all the happy memories of the tropical isle; Sri Lanka once known as TAPROBANE.

(Breakfast)

Terms and Conditions

All Guests who have completed two doses of vaccination and have both their vaccination copies along with the Universal Pass would be entitled for reservation and travel.
All COVID protocols tourists to be strictly followed. Company is not responsible for loss of passport, loss of foreign currency, loss / damage of luggage and any other important documents of the client.
Company does not book air tickets in advance. Airfare should be paid by client as per the rate on the day of ticket booking.
Check-in and check-out timings of the hotels should be followed.
Early check-in or a late checkout is not guaranteed and is only on request.
Passengers are requested to take care of their belongings.
We have a right to change the itinerary as per the situation without any prior notice.
80% of the total tour cost should be paid at the time of booking. Remaining 20% should be paid before 10 days before the departure.
We are not liable for damages for any delay or default in performance during the term hereof if such delay or default is caused by conditions beyond its control, including, but not limited to acts of God, Government restrictions, continuing domestic or international problems such as wars or insurrections, strikes, curfews, fires, floods, terrorist attacks, work stoppages and embargoes. Any disputes arising in respect of the tour shall be subject to Mumbai Jurisdiction.

Refund Policy

In case of any unforeseen circumstances and situations arising beyond our control, we will put our best efforts and ensure our guests receive a credit note from Aayu Expeditions. In case of scenarios wherein we have received refunds from our suppliers and partners the refund would be returned back to our guest with proper explanation.

Following items will not be considered for refund

Airfare
Visa fees and processing charges
Government taxes

Price per person

Double and triple sharing in a room Rs. 70,000/-
Single sharing in a room Rs. 84,600/-

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For More Information

Tour and visa – Amol Hendre +91-9819855115
Air ticket – Amol Atyalkar +91-8691840101

Bank Details

Aayu Expeditions
SVC Co-operative Bank Limited
Bandra (west) Mumbai – 400050
Current Account No. 100304180002360
IFSC – SVCB0000003

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