DAY IN DETAILS Until 8:00 am: - Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport at Negombo. - A pick up will be arranged from the airport itself. - We head off to the Motor Department to apply for the driving permits. 4:00 pm: - Ride to Hikkaduwa | 142 Kms | 2 hr 7:00 pm: - Reach Hikkaduwa HIKKADUWA Hikkaduwa is a seaside resort town in southwestern Sri Lanka. It’s known for its strong surf and beaches, including palm-dotted Hikkaduwa Beach, lined with restaurants and bars. The shallow waters opposite Hikkaduwa Beach shelter the Hikkaduwa National Park, which is a coral sanctuary and home to marine turtles and exotic fish.

DAY IN DETAILS 8:00 am: Breakfast ACTIVITES IN THE MORNING - Snorkeling - Glass bottom boat ride - Swim with the turtles ( Do not touch & feed them even if others do!) 1:00 pm: Lunch 2:00 pm: Drive from Hikkaduwa to Galle | 20 km | 40 mins 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm: Explore the alleys of Galle (Peddlar Street, Lighthouse, Maritime Archeological Museum, Old Dutch Hospital, Groote Kerk (an old Dutch Church) 6:00 pm: Enjoy sunset at Galle fort wall 7:00 pm: Enjoy some of the best Srilankan delicacies at either Hoppa or A Minute by Tuk Tuk 8:00 pm: Start back to Hikkaduwa Beach SNORKELING AT HIKKADUWA Hikkaduwa offers excellent snorkelling opportunities very close to the shore. Just 200m offshore, in shallow waters no more than 4m deep, a reef protects an expanse of brilliant coral which is populated by vividly colourful reef fish. You can rent out a snorkel for 500 SLR GALLE FORT Narrow, bustling laneways and crumbling colonial relics, an ever-present scent of exotic spices and the incredible tropical setting; there’s just something about this UNESCO World Heritage site that charms and captivates. First conquered by the Portuguese in the late 16th century, Galle city was then overtaken by the Dutch in the 17th century and became extensively fortified as it transformed into Sri Lanka’s main spice trading port for over 200 years. Today, the Galle Fort area is unlike any other place found in Sri Lanka; a vaguely European-feeling city plonked in the deliciously salty tropics, a melting pot of culture and religion bursting with colour, and where, thankfully, the taste of Ceylon tea and cinnamon is never far away. Galle Fort is rapidly gentrifying as chic boutiques, cafes, and hotels begin to restore the whitewashed Dutch colonial buildings back to their former glory, but it only takes ducking down a quiet laneway to feel as though you’ve travelling back to the 1700s again. Alluring, exotic, and totally loveable, Galle Fort is one of the unmissable points of interest on your Sri Lankan itinerary.

DAY IN DETAILS 8:00 am: Breakfast 9:00 am: Drive from Hikkaduwa to Mirissa | 60 km | 1.5 hrs 10:30 am: Check In ACTIVITIES IN THE MORNING - Mirissa Beach - Surfing at Weligama beach ( Good for beginners) ACTIVITIES IN THE EVENING - Sunset at Coconut tree hill ( Our favorite spot for the perfect Instagram pictures) MIRISSA Mirissa is the perfect place to let the days slip by without a care in the world. It is a cross between the busy Hikkaduwa(north) and the peaceful Tangalle (south), therefore making it one of our favourite beach towns of Sri Lanka. MIRISSA BEACH Mirissa Beach is beautiful. It had enough going on to give it an atmosphere without being overcrowded. Palm trees lined the outskirts, the sand is clean and the water has an incredible combination of blue and green. Beach chairs are available, as well as plenty of sand to lay a towel, with food and cocktails just a few steps away. COCONUT TREE HILL Coconut Tree Hill Mirissa is a landscape like no other. On a small peninsula, a palm tree forest that overlooks the ocean has grown up from the red soil. Its unique beauty has made it famous across Instagram and has made it one of the must visit locations in Sri Lanka. SURFING Surfing is becoming more and more popular in Mirissa, especially for beginners to intermediates. Rent a board from the corner of the beach and practice catching those waves! Board rentals are 350 LKR - 500 LKR NIGHTLIFE AT MIRISSA Mirissa definitely has a lively atmosphere happening once the sun goes down. 90% of bars have happy hour during sunset, and cocktails are as cheap as 300 LKR.. If you’re looking for a party, watch for the giant light that shines in the sky once the sun sets and listen for the 9:30 pm fireworks. The parties rotate between all the beachside bars which make it easy to decide where to go!

DAY IN DETAILS 4:00 am: Wake up call 5:00 am - 12:00 pm: Whale watching tour ACTIVITIES IN THE MORNING - A thrilling 5 hour tour as you try to spot dolphins, turtles and the blue whale 1:00 pm: Lunch 2:00 pm: Head off to Secret beach & relax ACTIVITIES IN THE EVENING - Collect seashells at Secret Beach - Find crustaceans - Snorkel in the beautiful water - Laze around and do nothing :) 7:00 pm onwards: Dinner & Mirissa night market WHALE WATCHING TOUR, MIRISSA Mirissa is one of the best places in the world for whale watching, especially for the most famous largest marine mammal “Blue Whales”. The whale watching tours start from Mirissa harbor and most of the time whales can be seen very close to the Mirissa coast. Some days it takes several hours as they swim away for food in deep sea. A Whale watching tour costs around 6000 - 8500 LKR SECRET BEACH One of the most beautiful beaches in Sri Lanka is Secret Beach. It was once a secret location known only by the locals but has now become a popular tourist destination. The beach is ideal for swimming and sunbathing. Secret Beach is known for having a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, with gentle waves, golden sand and beautiful palm trees. The place has a beachside restaurant bar, but otherwise, it is a very isolated beach. It is entirely untouched and close to its raw form. The beach is famous among those that like to relax and have some quiet time to themselves.

DAY IN DETAILS 8:00 am: Breakfast 9:00 am: Drive from Mirissa to Dikwella | 33 kms | 1 hr ACTIVITIES IN THE MORNING - Dikwella Beach - Visit World's 2nd Biggest Blow Hole - Surfing at Hiriketiya - Take a swing on the beach 2:30 pm: Drive from Dikwella to Blue Beach | 5 km | 10 mins ACTIVITIES IN THE EARLY EVENING - Visit one of the few "tombola" island in Srilanka, the Blue beach Island - Swim in the sea 5:00 pm: Drive to Tangalle | 15 kms | 23 mins ACTIVITIES IN THE EVENING - Sunset at Tangalle - Walk along the beach 7:00 pm: Dinner 8:00 pm: Turtle watching at Rekawak Beach DIKWELLA BEACH Dikwella town on south coast of Sri Lanka is surrounded by beautiful beaches with fine sand. You can find here quiet relaxing places and also great surfing spots. VISIT THE WORLD'S 2nd BIGGEST BLOWHOLE Just outside of Dikwella is a well-known attraction, the Hummanaya blowhole. The water power builds up and forces itself into the narrow opening of a rock. Once the water hits, you will almost hear a thunderstorm sounds followed by a spray of water that can reach to 36 meters in the air! TAKE A SWING ON THE BEACH Swings are awesome and Sri Lanka has many around the country. There is one swing located on the beach next to Dickwella Beach Resort and we can take lots of pictures there BLUE BEACH ISLAND Blue Beach Island is not just an island; it is a tied island. A tied island means an island connected to the mainland by a narrow piece of land. And that narrow piece of land is called ‘tombolo’. In Sri Lanka, there are very few tied islands and this happens to be one. As you stand on the tombola, you can see the sea waves coming from both sides. TANGALLE BEACH If you want to get away from the crowds and still have a mix of authentic Sri Lankan culture and a holiday vibe then Tangalle beach is the perfect destination. With white sand, crystal clear, turquoise waters and palm trees everywhere Tangalle beach cannot be missed in your Srilankan itinerary TURTLE WATCHING AT REKAWA BEACH Sea turtles are seen very often at the Rekawa beach Sri Lanka, which is located 10km east of Tangalle Sri Lanka. Rekawa beach is not only one of the best places to spot sea turtles only in Sri Lanka but also in the world. In Rekawa you can observe the ancient ritual of turtles coming ashore and laying eggs. Rekawa beach is visited by five different species of sea turtles, which lay their eggs in the sand every night throughout the year. Why do we choose to watch sea turtles at Rekawa Beach - Certified guides and spotters are used - Torches and flash photography is prohibited ( to avoid confusing the turtles) - You are not allowed to touch or feed the sea turtles You have to pay LKR 1000 to watch the sea turtles at Rekawa, the amount is used for the conservation of the turtles

DAY IN DETAILS 8:00 am: Breakfast ACTIVITIES IN THE MORNING - Swim, Swim, Swim! 1:00 pm: Lunch 2:00 pm: Drive to Tissamahara ( Yala) | 70 kms | 1.5 hrs 4:00 pm onwards: Explore Tissa ACTIVITIES IN THE EVENING - Stroll around Tissa Lake - Sunset at Wirawalia Lake - Try to spot as many monitor lizards, tortoises and snakes as possible TISSAMAHARAMA Tissa is the gateway to Yala National Park. Tissamaharama or Tissa is surrounded by both snowy dagobas, beautiful lakes and wildlife reserves, offering a plethora of experiences to the locals and tourists alike. Whether you are a nature lover and a wildlife enthusiast or whether you are a gastronomist, Tissa has all kinds of experiences in store for you. Within a radius of 50 kilometers, it has some of the finest restaurants and is also surrounded by wildlife reserves that can together make your day

DAY IN DETAILS 4:00 am -12:00 pm: Safari at Yala National Park ( Let's spot those Leopards) 1:00 pm: Lunch 2:00 pm: Drive to Ella via Buttala via B 35 Highway | 130 kms | 3 hrs - We might come across Elephants on the road :D YALA NATIONAL PARK Yala National Park offers a diverse experience to visitors of all kinds. Taking you across on a thrilling ride amidst thick jungles, golden beaches, dusty tracks, and muddy marshes, Yala National Park gives that much-needed dose of adventure they you been craving. Yala isn’t just another wildlife sanctuary. It offers a chance to spot some of the rarest and most dangerous species of animals and birds out in the open. Home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, Yala is where we can spot Leopards, Elephants, Bear and lots of species of Birds. A typical half day safari at Yala cost between 5000 - 6000 LKR WHY THE B 35 HIGHWAY? B35 public road passes crosses western part of Yala national park and it is good place to see wild elephants on the road ELLA Tucked away in the misty Sri Lankan high country, amongst idyllic green hills and gushing waterfalls, lies Ella: one of this tear-shaped island's most appealing destinations. It's a place where Sri Lanka's colonial heritage coexists with its rich Sinhalese and Tamil culture, and where abundant natural experiences can be found alongside plentiful cultural ones

DAY IN DETAILS 7:00 am: Wake up call & Breakfast 8:00 am: Head off to the 9 Arch Bridge 11:00 am: Drive to Ravana Waterfalls | 5 kms | 10 mins - Take a dip in the water - Climb up to the second and third tier falls 3:00 pm: Start towards Ella 4:00 pm: Hike up Little Adam's Peak 6:00 pm: Enjoy sunset from the top 6:30 pm: Head back to Ella town 7:00 pm: Evening free to spend our last night in Srilanka at Ella town NINE ARCH BRIDGE It's astonishing to think that a bridge could drive tourists in droves to Ella, yet the Nine Arch Bridge, just outside the town, has done just that. The Nine Arch Bridge is flanked by verdant forests and tea plantations, standing proudly across the valley below. On misty days, low cloud hangs in the valley, giving the whole area a moody, mystical feel. Completed in 1921, the Nine Arch Bridge is built entirely out of brick, rock and cement, with no metal used in its construction - an engineering feat back in those days. Spanning 91 meters at a height of 24 feet, the bridge is on the famous Kandy to Bandarawela (via Ella) train line, with trains passing around five times a day, depending on the ever changing Sri Lankan train timetable. Although train times are notoriously unreliable in Sri Lanka, trains tend to pass the Nine Arch Bridge around the following times: 9:30, 11:30, 15:30, 16:30, and 17:30 RAVANA WATERFALLS Just outside of Ella, on the road winding south towards Wellawaya, lies one of Sri Lanka’s most easily accessible attractions: Ravana Falls. According to local legend, King Ravana is said to have kidnapped princess Sita and hidden her in the secrecy of the forest-protected caves behind the waterfall, to avenge the slicing off of his sister’s nose by Sita’s husband (Rama). Make the effort to hike up to the second and third-tier falls. From the top of Ravana falls the views over the valley below are majestic, and worth the somewhat tough and precarious hike up. To get to the top, follow the tracks to the right of the waterfall and slowly make your way up, following the well trodden paths. LITTLE ADAM's PEAK Named after its similarly shaped, yet far taller older brother, Adam’s Peak, the Little Adam’s Peak hike takes about two-hours roundtrip from Ella town, and starts in the lush tea plantations before slowly snaking its way to the first set of viewpoints. From here, you'll have 360-degree views overlooking the giant Ella Rock and Ella Gap towards Udawalawe National Park. We'd definitely advise continuing the hike further down the ridge, as the views become more spectacular and less busy.

6:30 am: Wake up call 7:00 am: Breakfast 8:00 am: Drive from Ella to Negombo via Haputale | 341 kms | 7 hrs 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm: Reach Bandaranaike International Airport at Negombo. 8:00 pm onwards: Fly out