Sri Lanka
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Galle Fort

Historic Dutch colonial building within Galle Fort UNESCO site. Features Baths spa, antique-filled suites, and legendary afternoon tea on the veranda.

Yala National Park

Stunning cocoon-shaped tented suites on the edge of Yala National Park. Private plunge pools, wildlife on doorstep, and spectacular ocean views.

Weligama

Clifftop resort overlooking the Indian Ocean with infinity pool and whale watching. Features Moon Deck spa and Sri Lankan cuisine at IL Mare.

Hatton, Hill Country

Five restored colonial tea planters' bungalows in the Hill Country. All-inclusive with butler service, tea experiences, and stunning mountain scenery.

Yala National Park

Secluded jungle cabins bordering Yala with private plunge pools. Perfect for leopard safaris and romantic escapes in the wilderness.

Colombo

Oceanfront tower in Colombo with views of the Indian Ocean. Features Kaema Sutra by celebrity chef Dharshan Munidasa and CHI Spa.

Dambulla

Geoffrey Bawa masterpiece built into a cliff face overlooking Kandalama Lake. Monkeys roam freely and nature surrounds this architectural wonder.

Ella

Hillside eco-resort with stunning views of Little Adam's Peak and Ella Gap. Rustic-chic chalets and excellent trekking base.

Galle Fort

Boutique hotel in a restored 17th-century merchant's house inside Galle Fort. Features Church Street Social restaurant and rooftop terrace.

Yala

Safari lodge on the border of Yala with chalets on stilts. Regular wildlife sightings from the property including leopards and elephants.

Galle

Geoffrey Bawa-designed oceanfront hotel just south of Galle. Dramatic cliffside location with pool and colonial-era architecture.

Kandy

Colonial-era boutique hotel near the Temple of the Tooth. Beautiful gardens and period furnishings with Kandyan cultural shows.

Ella

Popular party hostel with stunning views and social atmosphere. Pool, bar, and organizes hikes to Little Adam's Peak and Nine Arch Bridge.

Colombo

Stylish capsule hotel in central Colombo. Japanese-style pods with modern amenities and social common area.

Galle

Charming guesthouse near Galle Fort with garden and rooftop. Friendly owners, delicious rice and curry, and great value.

Sigiriya

Eco-village accommodation near Sigiriya and Pidurangala Rock. Cabins in nature with organic food and authentic village experience.

Kandy

Family-run guesthouse with lake views. Home-cooked meals, helpful owner, and walking distance to Temple of the Tooth.

Anuradhapura

Simple, clean hotel in Anuradhapura near ancient ruins. Good base for exploring the Cultural Triangle on a budget.

Yala

Sri Lanka's most famous wildlife park with the world's highest leopard density. Also see elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, and over 200 bird species.

Mirissa

One of the best places on Earth to see blue whales, the largest animal ever. Seasonal sightings of sperm whales, dolphins, and whale sharks too.

Nuwara Eliya

Misty highland plateau ending in an 880-meter cliff drop called World's End. The 9km hike passes Baker's Falls and endemic montane wildlife.

Kandy

Sri Lanka's most important Buddhist temple housing Buddha's tooth relic. The puja ceremonies with drumming and chanting are deeply moving.

Galle

UNESCO World Heritage Dutch colonial fort with charming streets, boutiques, cafes, and sunset views from the ramparts. South Asia's best-preserved fort.

Dambulla

UNESCO site with five caves containing 153 Buddha statues and stunning ceiling murals spanning 2,000 years. The oldest Buddhist cave temple in Sri Lanka.

Sigiriya

Ancient rock fortress rising 200 meters with lion paw entrance, frescoes of the Sigiriya maidens, and spectacular 360-degree views from the summit.

Ella

Stunning colonial-era railway bridge built entirely of stone, brick, and cement without steel. Watch trains pass through the jungle mountain scenery.

Ratnapura District

Sacred mountain with footprint revered by Buddhists, Hindus, Muslims, and Christians. The night climb to catch sunrise is an unforgettable pilgrimage.

Colombo

Sri Lanka's largest museum with the throne of Kandyan kings, ancient artifacts, and the sword of the last king. Beautiful colonial building.

Anuradhapura

UNESCO ancient capital with stupas, monasteries, and the sacred Bodhi Tree grown from a cutting of Buddha's enlightenment tree 2,300 years ago.

Polonnaruwa

UNESCO medieval capital with well-preserved ruins including the Gal Vihara rock-carved Buddha statues considered masterpieces of Buddhist art.

Ella to Kandy

One of the world's most scenic train rides through tea plantations, waterfalls, and mountain tunnels. The blue train with open doors is iconic.

Arugam Bay

Sri Lanka's top surf destination and one of the world's best point breaks. Laid-back beach town with consistent waves and surf schools.

Ella

Easy 2km hike through tea plantations with panoramic views of Ella Gap. Perfect sunrise hike rewarding with 360-degree mountain vistas.

Kandy

Sri Lanka's most magnificent festival with over 100 caparisoned elephants, traditional dancers, and the sacred tooth relic procession. Held in July/August.

Hill Country (Nuwara Eliya/Ella)

Visit working tea factories to learn the process from leaf to cup. Taste fresh Ceylon tea and walk through emerald plantations with Tamil tea pluckers.

Colombo

Colombo's evolving bar scene with rooftop venues like ON14, Cinnamon Red's Cloud, and Galle Face Hotel's sunset cocktails facing the Indian Ocean.

Sigiriya

Climb the iconic Lion Rock, a UNESCO World Heritage site with ancient frescoes and stunning views.

Yala

Safari through Yala, home to the highest density of leopards in the world. Also see elephants, sloth bears, and crocodiles.

Kandy

Visit Sri Lanka's holiest Buddhist shrine housing Buddha's tooth relic, plus Kandy cultural performance.

Galle

Explore UNESCO-listed Galle Fort, a beautifully preserved Dutch colonial town with charming cafes and boutiques.