Bonds of nature
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Running Wild - A Carrier collection
Bonds
of nature
Flying under the radar for most kindred travellers, those that do venture to Sri Lanka’s soil are rewarded with unforgettable wilderness as their playground.
Dipping tenderfoot toes into Asia’s treasures comes easy on the Resplendent Isle. With its pick and mix of landscapes and nature meeting a casual, spiritual pace, here makes for a balanced backdrop for enriching experiences and ever-important quality time.
Softly launching the trip, a night’s stop in Kotugoda rests jet-lagged heads enough for a spot of whitewater rafting en route to Hill Country – where it’s all about the tea traditions that have remained in place since the 1800s. The train from Hatton to Ella then gives a glimpse into the panoramas of the country’s heart, before wildlife takes over in Yala National Park. Here, in-the-know experts lead the way to lesser-trodden areas for safaris with a more private feel. Tangalle wraps things up with some history and world-class whale watching.
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- Get adrenaline pumping in the whitewater rapids of the Kelani River, with sections suitable to all ability levels.
- Delve into the history of tea at the Dunkeld Tea Factory, learning of the diligent process from a resident planter.
- Head to the Dunkeld Bungalow for a tea planter’s tiffin lunch.
- Accompanied by local mountaineer, Johannes Peries, hike the sacred Adam’s Peak at night to witness dawn at the summit.
- Board the iconic vintage train from Hatton to Ella.
- Explore a less crowded area of Yala National Park on a private safari with wildlife and sustainability expert Noel Rodrigo.
- Visit a local village to learn about the leopard-human conflict and how the community are working to live in harmony with the animals.
- Soar above the ocean for an unobtrusive bird’s-eye view of everyone’s favourite gentle giants – the blue whale.
- Head down to the sand under cover of darkness to see hatching turtles make their way to the ocean.
- Meet a heritage expert at UNESCO Galle Fort for a tour of the walled city.
- Uncover Ella’s UNESCO-protected highlands along the Pekoe Trail, passing through the Forest Reserve and near the famous Nine Arches Bridge with the trail’s creator, Miguel Cunat.
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Nine Arch Bridge
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Wallawwa, Kotugoda
Bringing a cosy ambiance to a lovingly converted manor house, this boutique sanctuary sees jet-lag-weary limbs recharged at the spa and high tea taken on the lush lawns.
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Ceylon Tea Trails, Hatton
Often regarded as the most scenic part of Sri Lanka, Tea Country is the setting for this idyllic sojourn high in the hills, bordering the UNESCO World Heritage Central Highlands.
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Nine Skies, Ella
This boutique beauty in the heart of a tea estate is the epitome of intimate and personalised service. With only five rooms and one suite, the Sri Lankan hospitality truly shines.
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Leopard Safaris, Yala
The brainchild of Sri Lanka’s own ‘Leopard Man’, Noel Rodrigo, connecting to nature in a joyful yet eco-friendly way is what life beneath the camp’s cavernous canopies is all about.
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Amanwella, Tangalle
A zen-like tranquillity pervades this exclusive property, perched on a private beach within a picture-postcard cove. But for those who can tear themselves away, the resort makes an excellent base for exploring.
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LOCAL CONNECTOR
Having nurtured his keen eye for untapped potential, Miguel struck gold when he settled on the idea to create the Pekoe Trail. Combining his skills with his passion for sustainability, he vision for the trail is that it will show off Sri Lanka in the most intimate way possible – by foot...
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... giving visitors a more personal insight into the villages, wildlife and landscapes of the diverse Central Highlands.
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