Ulagalla Resort Located in the North of the Cultural Triangle, 40 klms north of Dambulla and just 20 klms from Anuradhapura it is a convenient location from which to access the cultural triangle sites. Built around an ancient mansion, which today provides the public areas for the hotel, this is a truly luxurious resort. The 19 large luxurious Pool Villas (75 sq meters) are set in 58 acres of paddy land and lakes and each includes a separate living area and luxury bathroom. To the outside there is a private courtyard and plunge pool. In 2019 an addtonal 5 Deluxe Pool Villas were added which have an additional dining are and a good sized private swimming pool.
The resort has been built with great thought for their environmental impact and generates 50% of its own electricity from one of the largest solar farms in Sri Lanka.The resort facilities include a swimming pool, fitness centre, business centre, laundry facilities, doctor-on-call, indoor games, billiards, as well as wheel chair access. There is also an Ayurvedic Spa. Transport between your villa and the main hotel restaurant, bar and pool is provided by golf buggy, alternatively bicycles are available.
Apart from the Anuradhapura Heritage site, which is nearby, guests can also access the other cultural sites, such as Sigiriya and Pollonnaruwa, within a couple of hours drive. Within the resort itself, there are bicycles for exploring the vast property, as well as Horse Riding, and Bird watching.
In our opinion this is a great hotel and the accommodation is of a very high standard - the best in the Cultural Triangle. The villas provide good privacy and the Nikawena Villa, with 2 bedrooms is perfect for families and has the benefit of an oversized private plunge pool. Travel Gallery has an agreement to allow 2 children in the living area of the villas under the age of 12 years.
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Nikawewa Villa is an elegantly and luxuriously furni9shed Pool Villa. It has two bedrooms, a living and dining room as well as a 180-glass wall which gives guests picturesque views of a paddy. The pool links the villa to the surrounding nature.
Ulagalla Pool Villa is the perfect fit for those looking for a small private residence. It has a large glass wall with unobstructed views of the natural surroundings. The interior is pure luxury and comfort and it features a seperate living area and a large king-sized bed. There is also a plunge pool attached to an outdoor deck.
Deluxe Ulagalla Villa is pure luxury and elegance. This glorious villa has a stunning foyer with a large bedroom and two seperate bathrooms. It boasts a large outdoor deck as well as a living room and a dining space. The most accentuated feature is the desirable plunge pool attached.
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24-hour Security, Business Centre, Eco Friendly, Gym, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Library, Pool, Restaurant, Spa
There’s more to Ulagalla than just the view. Guests can wake up with the dawn chorus and take a guided walk around the estate and beyond. This leisurely 90-minute ramble includes a walk along the banks of Wannemaduwa ‘tank’, a traditional irrigation reservoir built to a design over two thousand years old.
Guests can take to the waters of Wannemaduwa tank in a kayak at dawn or dusk to experience the wildlife of the forest at its most active. Paddle quietly with friendly staff guide through floating islands of lotus blossom, stands of water bird-haunted reeds and overhanging boughs. The soft light of the rising or setting sun turns the air to honey and touches the dragonflies’ wings with gold.
Guests discover the elegant simplicity of Sri Lankan village life on this two-hour guided bicycle excursion, while keeping an eye open for exotic birds and small wildlife along the route. The destination is Veheragalla, a traditional farming village not far from the hotel. Guests will meet the inhabitants and be welcomed at the home of the village headman.
For the nature-loving foodie, guests can enjoy a guided tour of the organic herb and vegetable garden, during which they can hand-pick fresh, juicy ingredients for their lunch. Ending the walk with a visit to the traditional health kitchen, where the herbs and vegetables they’ve selected will be transformed into delicious Sri Lankan dishes.
Surrounded by green woods at Ulagalla, guests may want to try their hand at being Robin Hood. If so, the hotel can supply the equipment – bows, arrows and targets – as well as expert advice and even some friendly competition from the recreational assistants, who are graduates of the Colombo School of Archery. Or guests can engage in a tournament with their own party or fellow guests.
An expert visiting instructor conducts programmes for guests on request. Sessions vary in duration and intensity depending on guests' preference.
This very special excursion only takes place on Poya (full moon) days, which are holy to the Buddhists of Sri Lanka. A Buddhist guide will take guests to Veheragala Temple, where they can observe and participate in the traditional rites of Sinhalese Buddhism such as lamp lighting, circling the stupa and offering floral tributes.
Kite making and kite-flying are popular traditional pastimes all over South Asia. Guests can come along and learn how to make, launch and fly a bamboo and paper kite of classic Sri Lankan design, such as a nye sarungala.
Guests can treat themselves to a remarkable dining experience at the Liyawela restaurant at Ulagalla Resort, one of the finest of many Anuradhapura restaurants. Adorned with traditional furnishing that emphasizes multiple shades of brown, this cosy dining venue offers guests the best of Sri Lankan cuisine along with Eastern and Western dishes as well as fusion fare. The restaurant’s upper deck affords captivating views of the lush green vegetation that surrounds, where guests can sample a delectable meal while letting the cool breeze soothe them.
Tucked away in the lush green vegetation of the tropical jungle, Ulagalla offers a unique dining experience to its guests who fancy private dining in Sri Lanka. A table set for two in the middle of a peaceful kamatha, offers the perfect ambience to savour the authentic flavours of Sri Lankan cuisine or barbeque. If guests are looking for a more intimate dining experience, to spend a romantic evening followed by a candlelit dinner, the observation deck at Ulagalla sets the perfect mood. Alternatively, guests can dine under the stars on their private terrace overlooking the panoramic green paradise or by the side of their tranquil pool.
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3 Nights
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Spoken Languages: English
No. Rooms: 20
Special Interests: Adventure, Cycling, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Sports, Star Gazing, Watersports
Water Garden Sigiriya | Sigiriya
Very close to the Sigiriya Rock, nestled in the lush countryside, Water Garden Sigiriya is a very picturesque resort offering a spa and a wellness/fitness centre. The resort has an outdoor pool where you can enjoy the view of the surroundings as you go for a swim, and free WiFi is offered throughout the property. All rooms consists of spacious villas which are air-conditioned, with a large living area offering views of the pool. Guests can have a walk in the verandah and have a dip in pool and unwind. Certain units include a private bathroom with a spa bath, while others have bath robes and slippers. Guests will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. You can play billiards at this resort, and other recreational activities are available.The in-house restaurant offers gourmet cuisine including local delicacies and international favorites.
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Escape into a timeless paradise partially submerged in water where blissful luxury living blended with nature overlooking the mighty Sigiriya Rock awaits your indulgence. Stay in your own chic one bedroom Sigiriya villa complete with amenities, designer furniture, king size bed and bathtub to provide you a memorable experience. Our stylishly designed spacious villas are airy and cosy making you want to linger. The sensational views of water streams and pools would help you relax your mind. Let nature embrace you with its lush green forests.
For a stay that is casually comfortable, yet abounds with all the opulence you could possibly desire. The Superior Deluxe Villas at Water Garden Sigiriya offer wonderfully spacious interiors, immaculately designed to offer a sense of abundance, yet rustic enough to blend seamlessly with the surrounding gardens, winding waterways and wealth of wildlife. Every villa comes retrofitted with a private plunge pool and accompanying sundeck, offering unfettered views of the Sigiriya Rock and lush surrounding expanses, making it one of the best rock view hotels in Sigiriya. From living spaces you’ll fall in love with, to meticulously attentive service, we promise your stay with us will be nothing short of exceptional.
Designed to segue harmoniously between expansive, chic living spaces and the lush outdoors, the twin villas come retrofitted with a private plunge pool and an accompanying sequestered sundeck; spacious enough to double as an observation point for watching wildlife roaming the properties periphery. Enveloped by swaths of greenery and flanked by winding waterways, the villas at this sophisticated boutique hotel in Sigiriya provide an ideal space for luxurious living, care-free lounging and starry-eyed getaways.
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24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Battery Charging Facilities, Business Centre, Communal Dining, Conference Centre, Disability Services, Eco Friendly, Gym, Gym (nearby), Internet Access (Complimentary), Internet Access (Paid), Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Malaria Free, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Private Vehicle Available, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Skype Phones, Spa, TV Room
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Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Clothes Press, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Cooking Facilities, Detached Private Bathroom, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Internet Access (Complimentary), Internet Access (Paid), Iron / Ironing Board, Laundry Facilities, Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Plunge Pool, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shared Ablutions, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly
The 1926 Colonial planter’s bungalow set in a 62 acre private tea and rubber estate offers excellent accommodation, exceptional food and an extraordinary experience. The Rosyth Estate House provides guests with the opportunity to experience the beauty and culture of rural Sri Lanka. Guests can explore the estate, visit the artisan tea factory or relax by the pool and take in the stunning views. The boutique hotel offers a spectacular accommodation choice in Sri Lanka.
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The 1926 BungalowCredit: RosythEstateHouseThe original bungalow
Relax by the pool Credit: RosythEstateHouseThe pool is surrounded by Mango and Clove trees
Tea suite outdoor terraceCredit: RosythEstateHouseThe Tea suite offers the best view from the rooms
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This one bedroom suite enjoys exclusive use of the master bedroom, central living room, plunge pool & sun deck extending over 125 m2.
The imposing central living room has panoramic windows overlooking the infinity plunge pool. This living, dining space easily accommodates 6 persons. The kitchenette within the room includes a sink, fridge / minibar, microwave, complimentary soft drinks, tea & coffee making facilities and an Nespresso machine. A TV with limited satellite channels and a Bose sound bar are provided for entertainment. A small guest toilet is accessed from the living room.
Stairs rise to reach the Mezzanine area which is furnished with a futon sofa bed, desk and a relaxation space with panoramic views of the surrounding hills. A computer is available for accessing the internet. This space is perfect for families looking forThe suite interconnect with the Rock suite, The villa perched high on a rock, an inspired architectural design, welcomes spectacular 360 degree views of the lush vegetation in the surrounding hills. The light interiors with a touch of colour, give the best opportunity to showcase a contemporary yet colonial tropical style. The soft furnishing of the owner’s villa has been influenced by the surrounding flora and fauna.
A feeling of relaxed sophistication flows throughout, attracting the discerning experiential traveller and guests seeking a tropical island escape in the hills; lounge by the plunge pool, shower under the stars, wake up to the sounds of the birds as dawn breaks over the misty mountains. You may never want to leave the villa but the main house is just steps away along a paved pathway flanked by mahogany and mango trees. Meals are taken in the dining pavilion in the main house.
Situated approximately 150 meters from the main house and reached by 40 steps, the villa also benefits from its own exclusive drive way. Consisting of the Rock master suite, with its private living room and interconnecting Banyan suite & the villa extends over 226 m2. The two suites can be sold independently or when combined guests have exclusive use of the whole villa. The villa on the rock is ideal for 2 couples or family of 4 adults and can accommodate up to 2 additional children.
This junior suite extends over 45 m2 and is accessed by its own front door. When sold with the Rock Suite it interconnects through the living room to form the Rock Villa
The large bedroom is furnished with colonial style furniture including an imposing antique four poster king size bed, plus a day bed. The panoramic full width windows open up on to a raised terrace with uninterrupted views over the valley.
The large bathroom has double wash basins and a rainfall shower. The suite includes a small mini-bar, complimentary soft drinks, coffee and tea making facilities and an Nespresso machine. A blue tooth speaker is provided for your entertainment.
The suite interconnect with the Rock suite, The villa perched high on a rock, an inspired architectural design, welcomes spectacular 360 degree views of the lush vegetation in the surrounding hills. The light interiors with a touch of colour, give the best opportunity to showcase a contemporary yet colonial tropical style. The soft furnishing of the owner’s villa has been influenced by the surrounding flora and fauna.
A feeling of relaxed sophistication flows throughout, attracting the discerning experiential traveller and guests seeking a tropical island escape in the hills; lounge by the plunge pool, shower under the stars, wake up to the sounds of the birds as dawn breaks over the misty mountains. You may never want to leave the villa but the main house is just steps away along a paved pathway flanked by mahogany and mango trees. Meals are taken in the dining pavilion in the main house.
Situated approximately 150 meters from the main house and reached by 40 steps, the villa also benefits from its own exclusive drive way. Consisting of the Rock master suite, with its private living room and interconnecting Banyan suite & the villa extends over 226 m2. The two suites can be sold independently or when combined guests have exclusive use of the whole villa. The villa on the rock is ideal for 2 couples or family of 4 adults and can accommodate up to 2 additional children.
Nestled among the tea bushes and pepper vines and opened in the summer 2016 , the Plantation Suites are situated in a separate building approximately 50 meters from the front of the main house. The Pepper suite is the less expensive suite and is situated on the lower floor of this two level unit. The Tea suite has the best view from any of the rooms and is located on the upper floor. There is a separate sitting area of the Tea suite which is ideal for a child. The two suites interconnect or can be booked individually. The Pepper Suite has twin beds which can also be configured as a super king double bed. The interior design and choice of furniture is in keeping with the plantation theme. Tucked away within the room there is a mini bar incorporating tea and coffee making facilities. Folding patio doors open up on to large enclosed outdoor terrace / living area with expansive views to the front elevation & with a step down on to a private outdoor garden area. There is a sizable bathroom with indoor rainfall shower, double washbasins and a large outdoor bath on the terrace. Being elevated from the main house and reached up a sweeping staircase, the Plantation Suites are not suitable for clients with walking difficulties. There are steep drops from the terrace and garden of the Pepper Suite and children need close supervision.
Nestled among the tea bushes and pepper vines and newly opened in the summer 2016 , the Plantation Suites are situated in a separate building approximately 50 meters from the front of the main house. The Pepper suite is situated on the lower floor of this two level unit.
Accessed from the entrance lobby, this gorgeous suite has twin beds which can also be configured as a super king double bed. The interior design and choice of furniture is in keeping with the plantation theme. There is room for a child bed and a cot or one full size extra child bed. Tucked away within the room there is a mini bar incorporating tea and coffee making facilities.
Folding patio doors open up on to large enclosed outdoor terrace / living area with expansive views to the front elevation & with a step down on to a private outdoor garden area.
There is a sizeable bathroom with indoor rainfall shower, double washbasins and a large outdoor bath on the terrace.
Being elevated from the main house and reached up a sweeping staircase, the Plantation Suites are not suitable for clients with walking difficulties. There are steep drops from terrace and garden of the Pepper Suite and children need close supervision.
These elegant rooms are a little more indulgent than the classic rooms, with larger bathrooms, double wash basins, two have four-poster beds and all offering some private outdoor space. Coconut and Lime interconnect and are normally reserved for families looking to book interconnecting deluxe rooms. Cinnamon offers limited disabled access and is the best option for those with limited mobility.
Cardamom is a double classic room accessed directly from the living room of the main house and has a king size double bed. The large room has space for an additional single bed or cot. Double patio doors open up into a small foyer and then out on to the side of the front terrace. For families looking for a cost effective solution and happy to share a bathroom, the Palm room (twin bed with no bathroom) can be booked in conjunction with Cardamom and securely interconnects through the private lobby. The two rooms form the Classic family rooms. Palm has twin single beds and is perfect for children who want the privacy of their own room but will share the bathroom in the Cardamom room. Palm can also be configured as a private air-conditioned sitting room for couples looking for a little more private space. and want to be close to the living and dining rooms. Occasionally Cardamom may be booked as a classic room when the other classic rooms are booked.
Accessed from the rear courtyard, the Mango Classic Room is attached to the rear of the main house. It has a king size double bed and a very large open plan shower room. Although the smallest of the rooms it has a very romantic feel and the large windows to the rear, overlook a small terraced garden area. This room is very popular with couples looking to book a less expensive classic room. This room is not recommended for an extra bed or cot. In addition, the Clove room which is accessed from the living room is a large room that can be made as a twin or triple and is a good option for families wishing to share a room.
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Bar, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Library, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Spa, TV Room
Rosyth is a small working estate. Tea is plucked by hand and sold to the nearby tea factory, whilst latex is tapped, treated and sold to a local rubber factory. Coconuts, fruits, spices and other produce are grown on the estate. The Estate contains walking trails & mountain biking routes by the hotel recommends sticking to the paths and estate roads. Guests are free to explore the estate and join the ladies plucking two leaves and a bud from the tea bushes. Most afternoons at approximately 4.30 the estate superintendent (if available) will take guest for a walk around the estate to show the produce and how it is processed.
Sri Lanka is one of the smallest, but biologically diverse countries in Asia. Consequently it is recognized as a Biodiversity hotspot of global and national importance. Its varied climate and topographical conditions have given rise to this rich species diversity, believed to be the highest in Asia in terms of unit land area. You will undoubtedly meet some of the other inhabitants of the Estate House however why not grab a pair of binoculars and a bird book and spend an afternoon or morning watching the countless variety of birds; from Sri Lankan Grey Hornbills to Crested Serpent Eagles; or catch a sight of the Macaque Monkeys that also call the Rosyth Estate House home.
Surprise your children with a treasure hunt. The Treasure hunt is fun, interactive and creative and you can tailor them for your kids. Our staff will scatter the picture cards of the fruit and spices that grow in the gardens around the house. The cards will be placed at the base of the tree/plant. With such a large selection of fruit and spice growing around the house we have had such fun creating and designing. Our team will be able to help you to guide younger children. The trees and plants papaya, coffee, lime, pepper, rambutan, jack, coconut, cinnamon, clove, tea, avacado & cardamom. Suitable for children 3-11. We suggest parents should supervise. T&C Apply
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Rosyth Tea Factory (10 minutes) Just a few minutes’ walk from the house is the local tea factory & whilst not part of our estate, guests are welcome to visit the factory and understand how the tea we grow, is turned into fine tea for export. Many concur that Sri Lanka Tea is the best in the world. The tea grown at Rosyth is particularly popular in the Middle East. The old orthodox method of tea processing produces the liquor of the Unbroken Flower Orange Pekoe in its most superior grade. You will have the opportunity to purchase tea at the factory to take home.
A short tour will take through the factory where the fresh leaves are dried by fans on withering troughs to reduce the moisture content and then rolled and pressed to express the juices which coat the leaves. The leaves are then left to ferment in humidity. The final process dries the leaves and then the leaves are graded. Unbroken being the best quality, fannings and the dust which is the quality used in tea bags.
Rosyth Cuisine
The menu at the Estate House reflects our passion for great authentic food, where the experience of the cook and that of the food is a local fusion of flavours. Every attempt is made to use the home-grown produce from our Organic Garden and around the estate. On offer is an extensive range of local food and a few selected recipes that have been created by the owners who love food. One of the chefs will meet you on arrival and discuss with you menu for the day and how he can delight you. Sri Lanka has a vast array of delicious and interesting fish, vegetables and fruit. Combined with locally produced spices, we have been able to create a fusion of wonderful tastes with our fantastic cook – truly an adventure in food.
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Goatfell | Nuwara Eliya
Perched amongst tea bushes amidst the Concordia Estate, high up on a hill near Nuwara Eliya, Goatfell is a luxurious, recently renovated four-bedroom tea bungalow hotel. This former estate manager’s bungalow still resonates with the warmth and up country charm of a bygone era. With gourmet food and Butler service, guests can relax on covered verandas, in the warmth of the log fired sitting room or enjoy tea field views from the infinity swimming pool.
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All three Concordia Double Bedrooms are contemporary in arrangement yet allow the heritage charm of the bungalow to shine through a mix of antique and modern furnishings. Sleep in indulgently dressed king-size four poster beds, curl up in an armchair with a much-longed-for book or step onto your private veranda to breathe in the fresh mountain air. Bathrooms have bathtubs for warm evening soaks after invigorating tea country walks.
Kandapola is a large, private bedroom to the front of the bungalow and opens directly onto the lawn and infinity swimming pool through a set of French windows. Ragala, located to the right of the bungalow, is generous and indulgent, with views of the bungalows beautifully manicured gardens and surrounding tea estate. Tucked off the central hallway, Summerhill bears similarities to the Ragala Bedroom yet has the option of being connected with its neighbouring twin bedroom, Park, to make a Family Suite.
Our heated Concordia Twin Bedroom, Park, is cosy and chic and tucked off the central hallway. Laden with period charm, the bedroom is furnished with four poster twin single beds adorned with warm duvets, an armchair, desk and walk in wardrobe, as well as a table and chairs on a private veranda for absorbing the fresh air and garden views. The bathroom has a bathtub for long soaks. This room has the option of interconnecting with a neighbouring Concordia Double Bedroom to make a Family Suite.
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Bar, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, TV Room
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Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, Hair Dryer, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Iron / Ironing Board, Mini Bar, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
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Location: Local tea factory Duration: 90 minutes Host: Factory manager and butler Group size: 1+ What to wear: Trainers or other comfortable shoes (preferably closed toe). Other: No photographs are allowed inside the factories
Goatfell is surrounded by acres of verdant neatly plucked tea bushes that have been flourishing here for close to a century. This region of Sri Lanka is home to some of the island’s finest upcountry teas.
During this experience, you’ll learn all about the tea production process by visiting one of our local tea factories. The factories themselves are icons of the Hill Country; vast, atmospheric and filled with heavy machinery, some dating back over a century, these multi-windowed warehouses are where the magic process of tea production happens. The leaves are brought in from the tea gardens, dried, withered and rolled, before being fired to remove as much moisture as possible. Finally, they’re sorted into fragrant particle sizes ranging from the finest dust to the most prized variety, orange pekoe.
One of the factory managers will host you on this experience and take you on a guided tour, showing you the processes, introducing you to the machines and demonstrating how each of them works. You’ll also be accompanied by a Goatfell butler who can assist with any in depth interpretation. At the end, you’ll have the opportunity to taste a few varieties of tea in an insightful tea tasting session. The factories have a few varieties of tea for sale so if you wish you can purchase some to take back home.
Location: Concordia Estate Duration: 1, 2, 3+ hours Host: Alone or with a butler (optional) Group size: 1+ What to wear: A good pair of walking shoes or trainers and a raincoat if it looks showery
A combination of killer views, spectacular scenery and a temperate climate makes Goatfell a superb place to get active. We have researched a number of trails from our bungalow that take you through some of the region’s most inspiring hill country scenery. Whether you’re looking for a short one-hour amble or a longer hike, we have a few trails of varying difficulties designed to suit all. In the immediate vicinity of the bungalow are acres of tea bushes, and most of our trails navigate tea estate paths, roads and tracks that look down upon the picturesque valley and Ragala town.
What will you see? You might see groups of ladies methodically plucking tea leaves and pause to watch them at work. The trails also pass little Hindu shrines and tea weighing stations where the ladies congregate to get their sacks of leaves weighed a few times a day. In the villages, you may suddenly find yourself surrounded by a gaggle of children, eager to practise their English skills with you and say hello. Many species of birds reside in the forests fringing the tea fields, as do wild buffalo and spotted deer.
Location: Goatfell’s garden Duration: 1 to 2 hours What to wear: Comfortable clothes, hats, sun cream and camera Other: This location is ideal to for a picnic lunch, afternoon tea or just a few cocktails after a busy day plucking tea
The story of tea in Sri Lanka starts with the Scotish planter James Taylor in 1866 in “Loolecondara” estate in Galaha the remnants of his cottage and tea bushes are still preserved as a permanent memento to the man credited for introducing tea to Sri Lanka, he died aged 57 and was buried in Kandy cemetery, in the country he came to love as a planter. Today, almost one hundred and fifty years after James Taylor, Sri Lanka’s central hills from Hatton, Dickoya, Bogawanthalawa, to Nuwara Eliya and every small town in higher elevations have their ground covered in a carpet of premium quality Sri Lankan tea.
The view and ambiance from the Goatfell’s view points are such that nearly all our guests are mesmerised with the beauty and serenity of the tea estates. The trip entails a short walk around the surrounding tea estate and up some steep steps to the view point where waiters stand by or leave you in peace to take in the priceless view.
Location: Goatfell’s garden Duration: 1 hour and half hours (plus lunch) Host: Chef Lakjana Group size: 2 guests What to wear: Comfortable clothing Other: Your camera if you want to take pictures
Meet with Chef Lakjana or one of the other chefs at 11 am for an in-depth demonstration of how to make some of the stunning rice and curry dishes served in our restaurant. You’ll learn about the spices used to flavour the dishes and the different methods of preparing each of the delicious curries. The chef will select some fresh vegetables from the local markets prior to the demonstration to use in the cook; you are very welcome to join him on his visit to the fresh produce market if you like so please let our staff know at the time of booking if you’d like to visit the market too.
In the demonstration the chef will use clay pots to cook each curry; these clay chatties impart an authentic and distinctive flavour to Sri Lankan cuisine and have been used across the island for centuries. Villagers in rural areas still use them for cooking on an open hearth. You can choose from one fish, chicken or seafood curry, along with a dhal (red lentil) curry and a selection of vegetable curries depending upon what is fresh and in season. The chef will also share with you his secrets for making the perfect rice accompaniment. You may get involved as much or as little as you wish and you’ll have many opportunities to taste the curries during the cooking process. Feel free to ask as many questions as you like – our chefs will be happy to indulge you!
After the demonstration, enjoy a lunchtime feast of the delicious curries you’ve seen prepared followed by a traditional Sri Lankan dessert.
Location: - Nuwara Eliya City Duration: Full day Host: Camellia Hills driver What to wear: Comfortable clothes, hats, sun cream and camera
Nuwara Eliya is a town in the central highlands of Sri Lanka with a picturesque landscape and temperate climate, located at an altitude of 1,868 metres (6,128 feet). Due to its unique weather, it is considered to be the most important location for Tea production in Sri Lanka. The town is overlooked by Pidurutalagala, the tallest mountain in Sri Lanka. It is the heart of Sri Lankan tea country interspersed with gushing streams and tumbling waterfalls. And true to the expectations, we find breath-taking views of valleys, meadows, mountains and greenery in salubrious climate.
The town's attractions include the golf course, trout streams, Victoria Park, and boating or fishing on Lake Gregory. Victoria Park is an attractive and well-used oasis. There are many popular water falls around the town. Many could be visited as a part of trekking and/or hiking expeditions. St.Clair, Aberdeen, Lakshapana, Lover's Lea, among others.
Nuwara Eliya is popular bird watching country & there are two excellent areas close to the town. Galway Land Bird Sanctuary covers 60 hectares to the north of Lake Gregory, while in Victoria Park, in the centre of town, 38 species have been identified. Victoria Park also has an unusual ornithological distinction: despite its proximity to the town centre, it's a sort of an ornithological hotspot, being visited by a number of rare Himalayan migrant birds, including the yellow-eared bulbul, Kashmir flycatcher, Indian blue robin & the Pied thrush, Grey tit, Pacific swallow as well as Sri Lankan endemics such as the Sri Lanka white-eye. Along the stream that runs through the park are green sandpipers.
Location: Peak Wilderness Duration: Full day What to wear: Comfortable clothes, hats, sun cream and camera
Horton plain, its surroundings forests and the adjoining Peak Wilderness, consolidate Sri Lanka’s most important catchment area of almost all the major rives. The plains are also of outstanding habitats and endemic plants and animals’ representatives of the country wet and montage zones.
Horton plains comprises a gently undulation highland plateau at the southern end of the central mountains massif of Sri Lanka. It is dominated to the north by Mount Totupolakanda (2,357 metres) and to the west by Mount Kirigalpotta (2,389 metres). Two escarpments filling from the Horton Plain have contributed immensely to its awe-inspiring physiognomy, “big worlds end” by 884 metres. The charm of the verdure of the mountains encircling he plains as intermittently concealed by mist is heightened by the sparking Baker’s fall. The altitude of the park ranges from about 1,800 to 2,389 metres at the top of Kirigalpotta. Temperatures are low, with an annual mean temperature 15ºC and ground frost is common in December to February.
Horton Plains is well recognized for its rich biodiversity, its flora given to a high level of endemism. 5% of species are found to be endemic to Sri Lanka. The plateau supports grassland fringed and interspersed with patches of dense montane cloud forest. A rich herbaceous flora flourishes on the patanas with numerous species of both temperate and topical origin. A vast extent of the patanas was broken and brought under potato cultivation a few decades ago. The origin of the montane grasslands has long been debated. Some workers opining that the grassland are an artificial community created by forest clearance and maintained by periodic burning while others considering them to the natural vegetation of these uplands.
A century ago, Horton Plains was rich with elephants though, sadly, British hunters shot them to near-extinction; however signs of a small population of elephants in the Peak Wilderness area are still evident. Now the park is frequented by Sambar Deer and due to their large numbers the population of the Leopard also has increased. Wild Boar, the endemic Bear Monkey and Toque Monkey, Slender Loris, Fishing cat, Otter, Barking deer, Strip-necked Mongoose, Long-tailed Giant Squirrel are some of the other mammals found here.
All of the highland endemics are found in Horton Plains. A birdwatcher must visit Horton Plains to complete the list of endemics in Sri Lanka. Some of the highlights here include Sri Lanka Yellow-eared Bulbul, Sri Lanka Wood Pigeon, Sri Lanka White-eye, Spot-winged Thrush, Dull-blue Flycatcher, Sri Lanka Bush Warbler, Scaly Thrush, Sri Lanka Whistling Thrush, Brown-capped Babbler, Sri Lanka Spur-fowl and Sri Lanka Jungle-fowl. Other highlights are the Himalayan migrants Pied Thrush, Kashmir Flycather & Indian Pitta.
Your Stay
2 Nights
All Inclusive - Bed and All Meals
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1x Concordia Bedroom
Sri Sharavi Beach Villas & Spa | Mirissa
Situated in the Kamburupitiya coast- Mirissa, The Sri Sharavi Beach villa is just a few kilo meters away from the Matara town. There are many activities available locally such as whale watching & snorkeling accessible from the hotel as well. A series of 4 villas, Sri Sharavi villas and Spas is an ideal getaway from the busy life. There is a spa with treatments and meditation made available to the guests who want to relax their selves.
There are four villas, each containing three suites available at the beautiful beach front property namely Ocean signature suite, superior deluxe suite, palm double, beach villas and standard doubles All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, fans, hair dryers and a fridge.
The rooms have access to a 40 meter pool, which is shared between the villas, music player, I pad dock and beach front. Water sports, snorkeling, and whale watching are some of the activities offered specifically at Sri Sharavi Villas, Mirissa.