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Awesome Splendour

The ever smiling, mischievous dolphins will put on a show while some of the oldest and the largest sea creatures, the humpback and the blue whales, will nonchalantly  glide past you, when you embark on a whale/ dolphin watching excursion off the Southern, Eastern or the West coast of Sri Lanka. 

The ideal locations for whale watching would be Dondra Point (accessible from Galle, Hikkaduwa and Mirissa) and Trincomalee while the sea off Kalpitiya teems with an abundance of dolphins.

Locations for Whale watching are - 

Mirissa, Trincomalee, and Kalpitiya.

Seasons are - 

 Mirissa -  November to April (South coast)

Trincomalee -  May to Oct (East coast)

Kalpitiya - Oct to May (East coast)

The ideal months for Dolphin watching is between Feb to April in Kalpitiya.

  Prices available on request.  

 Champagne on Ice

A great way to experience the exhilaration of flight with a bird’s eye view of the area below, a silent ride through the sky, an excursion that has caught on fast with locals and tourist alike is hot air ballooning, drifting gently over the cultural triangle, or a wildlife park in a hot air balloon will be unforgettable, actually nothing beats a hot air balloon excursion across the central plains in our opinion.

 Hot air ballooning tours are available from the north central plains of the island and be carried away under blue skies and over the landscape dotted with many little man-made lakes, one might even spot an elephant near these tanks, ancient monuments, propose to your fiancée in a hot air balloon, celebrate your birthday in a hot air balloon, exchange vows and get married in the air in a hot air balloon! 

The  ride takes approximately 1 hour.  

After a safe landing, your flight will be toasted with a glass of champagne. Juice and chilled water is also available, after which you will be driven back to your hotel. What better way to start your day ?

 Location -  Sigiriya, Habarana, Dambulla & Kandalama

Season - November to April

  Prices available on request. 

Fancy a rush of Adrinalin ?

Experience White Water Rafting in Sri Lanka's picturesque Rivers, covering 5 major rapids and 4 minor rapids. 

This activity which is not for the faint hearted, is available for anyone above the legal age of 10 years with safety gear provided, modern rafts, and  comprehensive safety briefings by professional white water rafting instructors beforehand. 

The distance covered is usually around 5 KMs. The rivers and their surroundings will make you feel enchanted, with a memorable Experience.

You can select this Add On if your itinerary includes a night in any of our featured partner hotels in Kitulgala, Sri Lanka.

Location - Kitulgala

Season - Non Seasonal (Available all year round)

Prices available on request.

Small Miracles of the Sea

Turtles are under threat in Sri Lanka and numerous volunteers help out with conservation efforts. Fishing is one of the major industries in Sri Lanka and the location of the project is very close to the local fisheries port in Kosgoda.

Sea turtles are often found in fishing nets and many have lost limbs becoming disabled and are sadly no longer able to survive in the wild. Many of these disabled turtles are found by local Sri Lankans who bring them to conservation projects for rehabilitation and care.

Programmes have been put in place to facilitate the rehabilitation of such disabled turtles and protect turtle eggs that have been stolen by local poachers for their own selfish benefit. 

Conservationists learn how to collect eggs, identify different kinds of turtles, how eggs hatch, how to treat turtles, how to send turtles back to the sea and so much more.

So take this opportunity to experience first hand how valuable these efforts are in safeguarding this wonderful creature.

 Location -  Kosgoda

 Season - Non Seasonal (Available all year round) 

   Prices available on request.  

Relax and be pampered

Sri Lanka has its own indigenous scheme of traditional medicine (Ayurveda) This system has been practised for many centuries in the island nation. The Sri Lankan Ayurvedic tradition is a mixture of the Sinhala traditional medicine, Ayurveda and Siddha systems of India, Unani medicine of Greece through the Arabs, and most importantly, the Desheeya Chikitsa, which is the indigenous medicine of Sri Lanka. 

Spa sessions are also available at most of our partner hotels. 

Please note that this is an Add On for 1 Days Ayurvedic Treatment for you to relax. If you need more comprehensive sessions of Ayurveda in the luxury of your hotel, it is recommended you choose the complete 12 Day Ayurveda package featured on our Ayurvedic Package page.

 Location -  Weligama, Negombo, Wadduwa & Beruwala

Season - Months of July & August

   Prices available on request. 

Arugam Bay is on the list of the top ten surf points in the world. The best time of the year is between May and November.

Arugam Bay has 3 point breaks being The Point, Pottuvil Point and Crocodile Rock, all within a hour's tuk tuk ride from the Hotel, with The Point being visible from the hotel.

The very first international surfing competition was held by ISA (International Surfing Association) in the summer of 2004.

 Locations on the South Coast are -  Hikkaduwa, Unawatuna, Galle, Mirissa & Weligama
Season - November to April

Locations on the East Coast are -

Arugambay, Bentota & Beruwala

Season - May to Oct

Prices available on request.  

Esala Perahara

Traditional Sinhalese culture at its most exuberant, with brilliantly costumed dancers to the accompaniment of explosively energetic drumming, and gloriously dressed Elephants led by the Majestic Tusker carrying the tooth relic of Lord Buddha.

We at Pearl Holidays UK strongly believe in ethics and Animal Welfare, hence 2% of your add on fee for this activity will be paid towards the welfare of these elephants.

 Location -  Kandy

Season -  Months of July or August

  Prices available on request. 

The Indian Ocean surrounding Bentota Sri Lanka is rich with Tuna, Jack Fish, Red & White Snappers, Barracuda, sharks, groupers and the stunning Wahoo, making a sunny morning spent deep sea fishing here a fantastic experience.

Sri Lanka is a monsoonal country and during the off season you could try lagoon fishing. This takes place in the quieter waters at the edge of the river's mouth and further upstream where you will have the opportunity to catch mangrove jacks, snappers, mullet and cat fish. 

Lagoon fishing is also a great way to enjoy the rivers scenery and wildlife around Bentota Sri Lanka. Go out in the morning or late afternoon for a couple of hours fishing. 

 Locations and Seasons are -  

Mirissa - Nov to Feb

Hikkaduwa, Unawatuna & Bentota - February to April & October to December

Prices available on request.  

The warm Indian Ocean currents, and over 1500 KM of palm-fringed coastline, Sri Lanka is amazing for snorkelling, and for the experienced an awesome diving destination. The island has forever been at crossroads of historic shipping lanes, the Silk Road and other trade routes have shaped its unique culture. 

The landscape is as vibrant and varied above the water as it is below.

The waters of Sri Lanka are home to an incredible range of marine life from massive blue whales all the way through to tiny nudibranch. Sri Lanka has an abundance of great dive sites to discover including great wreck dives which are scattered off the coast. 

Local divers are still discovering new wrecks as they explore the waters of this island nation. Many of the wrecks are covered in marine life, soft corals, macro critters and large aggregations of schooling fish.

Please note that you will required to produce evidence of a PADI diving licence for this Add On activity.

 Locations and Seasons are -  

Mirissa, Unawatuna, Hikkaduwa & Bentota - November to April

Trincomalee - May to October

Prices available on request.  

Bullock Cart is one of ancient Sri Lanka’s major method of transportation  and some villages in Sri Lanka still use the Bullock Cart as transportation.

 You can experience this traditional Sri Lankan transportation system whilst you will experience green paddy fields in the Habarana Area.

It is a 30 min ride on average but you could negotiate with the provider.

 We at Pearl Holidays UK strongly believe in ethics and Animal Welfare, hence 2% of your add on fee for this activity will be paid towards the welfare of these bulls.

 Location -  Habarana

  Season - Non Seasonal (Available all year round)  

  Prices available on request.  

The exciting sport of horse racing with it’s glamour, prestige and showmanship has long held a place in the hearts and history of Sri Lanka.  

The Royal Turf Club is dedicated to reviving racing in Sri Lanka and restoring the sport to its historic glory. 

Horse racing in a noble and ancient sport with its origins and traditions dating back to about 4500 BC among the nomadic tribesmen of Central Asia. Known as the ‘Sport of The Kings’ it was first introduced to Sri Lanka by John Baker. 

The Royal Turf Club aims to reinvigorate the sport by introducing free and fair horse racing across the country in both rural and urban area.

Location - Nuwara Eliya

Season  -  April

Cost of this Add On - Payable at the Race Course to the Royal Turf Club.

Lake Gregory is one of the significant tourist attractions in Nuwara Eliya. It was built by the Governor William Gregory during 1872 – 1877 periods by utilizing the water from the Nanuoya which runs across the town. 

It is about 91.2 hectares in extent. It was said to be used for water sports and for re-recreational activities during the British rule.

At the southern end of the town is Lake Gregory where holiday makers can enjoy a leisurely walk on the paved walk ways, with swan shaped paddle boats for the more adventurous.

Can be reached by sea plane which takes only 30 minutes from Colombo.

The boat yard now allows visitors to go boating and rowing.

Location - Nuwara Eliya 

  Season - Non Seasonal (Available all year round)  

Cost of this Add On - Payable at the Boat Yard.

Our treks take you into the scenic backdrop of the Punani jungle. Wide open spaces encompass most of the terrain in our treks. Elephant herds, traditional cattle and goats breeds, deer, the elusive fishing cat, mouse deer and wild boar are some of the animals that roam these jungles. 

We offer casual treks, where you will experience unexploited nature, to responsible elephant safaris which are more adventurous. 

We also offer personalized treks to suit your mood and interest to cater to the casual and hardcore trekking enthusiasts.

Locations are - Nuwara Eliya (Horton Plains) & Ella (Ella Rock & Little Adam's Peak)
 Season - Non Seasonal (Available all year round)  

 Prices available on request.  

 Cycling and Mountain biking in this beautiful Island of Sri Lanka is an excellent way to enjoy the lovely sceneries of this spectacular Island. 

A vast network of main roads and many country roads, rugged gravel paths, cobbled foot paths, Bullock and Horse cart tracks, dirt tracks and estate tracks make all corners of the small island accessible to all cycling enthusiasts. 

This terrain throughout the country offers many challenges for beginners as well as experts, though cycling in the plains aren’t tiresome, with the Central Highlands being demanding. 

However cycling in the Central Highlands is a rewarding experience  in view of the landscape studded with tea plantations running seamlessly over the ranges of hills, terraced rice cultivation and farmlands.
All Excursions will be under supervision and participation of a fully trained guide.

Location - Nuwara Eliya

  Season - Non Seasonal (Available all year round)  

  Prices available on request.  

A visit to Vonfidel Ranch when staying at one our designated hotels in Pasikuda is an absolute must. Their BBQ Dinners are to die for in the sense that their team put in a lot of time and effort and begins with  sourcing their meat and fish locally whilst their organic vegetables are grown on their own farm.

The meats and seafood are cooked on piping hot charcoal grills along with the gently seasoned seasonal vegetable such as peppers, tomatoes, capsicums, corn on the cob and courgettes. The meats would generally include spatchcock chicken, mutton or lamb chops, beef steaks and burgers, koftas and kebabs.

Their seafood selection would include sea bass, mackerel, squid or cuttlefish and fresh sea or lagoon prawns all marinated in their own authentic spices and oils.

Their freshly grown salads are available with a range of dressings.

 A wide selection of traditional sri lankan and western deserts are also available along with a wide choice of beers, spirits and juices to quench your thirst.

Most importantly, it is the atmosphere you will enjoy at the ranch whilst enjoying a cool drink and watching the team in action.

Location - Passikuda

  Season - Non Seasonal (Available all year round)  

 Prices available on request.  

Every morning the native fishermen arrive in their boats called dhonis. The dhoni is anchored far away from the shore and the fishermen make their way ashore on a smaller boat capable of navigating the shallow waters to gather the nets they had placed the night before. Once done they begin the enchanting process of hauling them ashore.

 The word enchanting has been used to depict an experience you will not experience any where else. The fishermen enjoy exercising their vocal skills as they chant and sing along with every tug of the nets.

Location - Negombo

  Season - Non Seasonal (Available all year round)    

Prices available on request.

Some of our package tours include a component where we will visit a local village where you will work along side the locals who will teach you the ropes of authentic Sri Lankan cooking - Village style. The secret in Sri Lankan cooking is all about spices and quantities and most importantly the balance of flavours

 The demonstration will last approximately 2 hours and will include the prep and cooking of native vegetables and meats. After the demonstration you can enjoy partaking in lunch - lunch that include the  curries and salads you have prepared as depicted in the image above. 

Further more, you get to take the recipe back home with you to impress your friends and family with your newly acquired culinary skills.

 Location -  Galle, Beruwala & Bentota

  Season - Non Seasonal (Available all year round)  

Prices available on request.

Enjoy a visit to the Dehiwala Zoological Gardens at night when its cooler and less crowded giving you the best chance of viewing the animals at leisure whilst being driven in a buggy.  You will be accompanied by an english speaking guide from the zoo who will be at hand to describe the various animals and their behavioural patterns.

You can see lots of nocturnal species that would otherwise be hard to spot during a daytime visit.

 Location - Dehiwala

  Season - Non Seasonal (Available all year round from Friday to Sunday)  

Prices available on request.