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Sri Lanka: Hike, Bike & Kayak
10 Days | Through forest, seaside and mountain peaks, get active and explore the countless UNESCO sites of Sri Lanka
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10 days
Start
Negombo, Sri Lanka
Finish
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Code
HPXM
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - null
Physical Rating
Meals
9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Jeep, Taxi, Kayak, Mountain Bike
Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights), Camping with basic facilities (2 nights)
From £1,562(10 days)
Trip Informations
On a 10-day active adventure in Sri Lanka, you’ll see the best UNESCO World Heritage sites and varied landscapes of this beautiful country. Cycle through tea plantations, kayak down rivers and hike to ancient fortresses from Negombo to Colombo. Explore Sigiriya’s Lion Rock, wander through the Knuckles Mountain Range and feel the breeze in your hair as you fly past the Golden Valley of Ceylon on two wheels. Sri Lanka is one of Asia’s most exciting destinations and it’s not hard to see why – with expansive coastlines, ancient ruins, rugged mountain peaks and wildlife-filled national parks, it’s a dream for travellers who like to get outdoors and experience a truly wild landscape.
Why you’ll love this trip
Kayak down the Gin River on a half day paddle through Sri Lanka’s ever-changing landscape. Float past forests, sandbanks and plantations while keeping an eye out for wildlife along the way.
Come face with one of Sri Lanka’s most storied sites as you hike to the ancient carved rock fortress of UNESCO World Heritage site – Sigiriya, which rises dramatically from the surrounding plains.
Hike through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Knuckles Mountain Range and encounter Sri Lanka's lush scenery and amazing biodiversity. Visit the observation point ‘Mini World’s End’ and see the sheer drop into the Thelgamuwa Valley and its forest floor below.
Cycle a mostly downhill route through the green heart of Sri Lanka’s tea country in ‘the Golden Valley of Ceylon’.
Get to know the layered history of Galle during a cycle and walking tour, uncovering the city’s maze of streets, historic buildings, lighthouse and the famed 17th-century fort.
By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Tuuur Foundation partner, World Bicycle Relief. Donations provide school kids, health workers, and farmers in far-out areas with bicycles that provide access to education, healthcare, and income.
Is this trip right for you?
This trip requires a good level of fitness to be able to enjoy the physical activities included.
While the activities are diverse, they are all run at a relaxed pace and do not require a high level of expertise/experience to participate in. All travellers will need to be competent swimmers to take part in the kayaking section of this trip.
The weather in this region varies seasonally. Be prepared to get sweaty, and for the occasional rainstorm which may require a change of plans. Drink plenty of water and remember a good quality hat and sun block.
Itinerary
Inclusions
Meals
9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Jeep, Taxi, Kayak, Mountain Bike
Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights), Camping with basic facilities (2 nights)
Activities
Sigiriya - Lion Rock Fortress Visit
Minneriya National Park
Knuckles Mountain Range - Village Walk
Knuckles Mountain Range guided trek
Knuckles Mini World's End Guided Trek
Hatton Tea Country Guided & Vehicle Supported Cycling
Kandy - Scenic train ride from Kandy to Hatton
Golden Valley of Ceylon Guided & Vehicle Supported Cycling
Galle - Galle Fort Walking tour
Gin River Kayaking
Galle Guided Cycling Tour
Colombo - City walking tour
Optional activities
Kandy - Temple of the Tooth - USD7
Adam's Peak Trek - per group - USD20
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Important notes
1.Some travellers have reported being approached by locals offering excursions before their Tuuur trip commences. This has been particularly prevalent in and around the hotels used by Intrepid. These guides are in no way connected to Tuuur and we cannot guarantee the safety or quality standards of their tours. We advise customers against joining any tour offered by the unauthorised guides.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Days 3 & 4 (Camping). Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. In case of weather conditions leading to cancellations or delays in the included outdoor activities, this trip will operate on an alternate itinerary.
4. It is vital that you provide us with your height at least 30 days prior to your trip starting so we can ensure the correct sized bike for you.
5. You do not need to bring a sleeping bag or sleeping mat. Your luggage will transported by vehicle and will meet you at the camp site.
6. Please provide your full name exactly as per passport at the time of booking for train tickets. Fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing new tickets.
7. An e-bike option (at additional cost) may be available on this trip. We have limited numbers of these bikes available and they are an 'on request' basis only. E-bike hire only applies to days 6 & 7. A request does not guarantee an e-bike, only a confirmed booking. Please ask your agent for more details at the time of booking.
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