Day 1 – 8  (Paradise Beach Club)

Arrival and transfer to Mirissa, check in to your hotel in Mirissa, relax at the beach, dinner and overnight stay in Mirissa.

Day 02

After at early breakfast, proceed on whale watching, the most famous activity in Mirissa, Arial whale watching by Helicopter is also available,

Whale Watching in Mirissa – Whales are magical creatures, they are the largest marine animal on the planet, compared to them we humans are so insignificant. The Dondra point in Mirissa qualifies as one of the most frequent location to spot whales makes Sri Lanka the best destination for whale watching.You will get to see Blue Whales, Bryde’s Whales, Sperm Whales, Killer Whales and Fin Whales. Even though November to April is the perfect time period to spot whales, there are chances of spotting these giants thorough out the year. Due to the popular demand which increased the number of visitors, the Sri Lanka coast guard has doubled their being vigilant about all activities. You get to create tons of memories with the gentle giants of the ocean without worries. It’s a once in life time experience.

Upon completion, proceed to Galle for lunch and a city tour of Galle, see stilt fishers in Koggala en-route,

Stilt Fishing is one of the most interesting traditional fishing methods of Sri Lanka. Records indicate that it came into being just after World War II. This mode of fishing was more widely used all along the coast until the tsunami in 2004 which caused such activities to cease temporarily until recent years. The beautiful sight of fishermen perched branched poles as they fish skillfully during dawn, noon and dusk; can now be commonly along the southern coast in towns such as Koggala, Kaththaluwa and Ahangama. Occasional stilt fishermen can also be seen amongst the waters of Madu River, etc. Though stilt fishermen make the activity seem easy and comfortable; stilt fishing requires much skill and balance. A vertical pole with an attached crossbar is embedded into the sea floor among the shallows, or on a riverbed. The crossbar allows the fishermen to be seated a couple of meters above the water causing minimal shadows on the water and hence little to no disturbance amongst the sea life. The stilt fishermen then use a rod from this precarious position to bring in a good catch of spotted herrings and small mackerels from the comparative shallows of the sea or from the river. They collect the catch in a bag tied to the pole or to their waist. Those who wish to learn more about stilt fishing should book a tour to Mirissa beach, Hikkaduwa Beach or Unawatuna Beach. Some of the fishermen are quite happy to show how they fish, and speak about their lives. There are also opportunities to try the activity if interested; not to mention the breathtaking photographic views provided by the fishermen silhouetted against the horizon at dawn and dusk.

Continue to Galle, have your lunch at a local restaurant and proceed on a Galle City tour,

Galle City – Galle, the capital of Southern province. Before the Portuguese ruling of the country it was also considered a major port because of the natural harbour. The city is a fusion of the Portuguese & native architecture and maybe that is why it has become a must visit tourist attraction. The Galle fort which is the biggest feature of the city is considered as a world heritage and the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by a European occupier. While in Galle you can visit National Maritime Museum, St. Mary’s Cathedral and Galle International Stadium. Tourists prefer the famous Tuk Tuk tour in the city which will gain you first-hand experience about the city and the locals.

Day 03

After breakfast visit the Snake Farm in Weligama,

WELIGAMA SNAKE FARM – Carry them around your neck and get to know the importance of these intriguing reptiles to the biodiversity of the island, especially agriculture. A simple fact being the protection of fields by preying on rats, preventing agricultural losses and protecting urban areas. Discover the great stories of this farmer who from generation to generation has been catching and breeding snakes.

Continue to visit the Virgin White Tea Factory,

 Virgin White Tea Plantation – 30 minutes from Galle Fort lies the Handunugoda Tea Estate, perhaps the closest tea plantation in the world to the sea. However, this is not the only thing that makes the Handunugoda Tea Estate special. The estate is known as the Virgin White Tea Factory – it produces a white tea completely untouched by human hands. The process of tea plucking follows an ancient Chinese Ritual where the choicest of teas were cut by virgins who never touched the tea with their bare skin and offered the resulting produce up as a tribute to the Emperor. Handunugoda mimics this tradition, although these days the ‘virgin’ concept only applies to the tea, not the tea pluckers! This white tea is rich in anti-oxidants and is said to be the healthiest tea in the world. Coincidentally it is also one of the most expensive teas in the world fetching at over 1500 USD per kilo. According to the latest testing Virgin White has an anti-oxidant content of 10.11 percent, which is said to be the highest naturally occurring content of anti-oxidants in any beverage. Marriage Freres which is perhaps one of the world’s most exclusive Tea Salons situated at Faubourg Saint Honore in Central Paris offers its exquisite client Handunugoda’s virgin White tea.

The Kushtharajagala Temple,

Kushthrajagala Statue / Temple – Now a part of the Kustarajagala Viharaya, the larger than life statue is one of the best remaining statues built under the influence of Mahayana Buddhism in Sri Lanka. Despite the long believed legend that the statue represents a foreign prince suffering from an incurable skin disease, who sought refuge in Weligama away from the prying eyes of the world, the archaeologists and historians now believe that the statue is of a deity or the Awalokatheesvara Bodhisattva belonging to the Mahayana tradition of Buddhism which was a major influence in Sri Lanka during the 6th and 7th centuries AD. Believed to be once a part of the ancient AggrabodhiViharaya, the temple still retains its ancient charm despite being left to the effects of nature.

Return to your hotel for the dinner and the overnight stay.

Day 04

After breakfast leve for Sinharaja, visit the rain forest,

Sinharaja Rain Forest – In 1989, the Forest was declared a World Heritage site and a National Wliderness area. Sinharaja gives the maning ‘Lion King’ in Sinhalese. Most of the countries endemic species are found here. 95% of Sri Lanka’s endemic birds claim Sinharaja their homeland, making this place a great spot for Bird watching lovers. Sinharaja is also an Echo Tourism destination. The forest spans over 18,900 acres. There are two main trails you can do in Sinharaja which leads to peak Maulawella and Sinhagala eventually you will find both these trails interesting. About 8 endemic mammals are found here among them there is a chance of frequently spotting a Badger Mongose, Torque Macaque, Dusky Stripped Jungle Squirrel, Purple Faced Leaf Monkey.

Return to your hotel by lunch time, evening at leisure in the beach. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 05

Early morning leave for Yala, you will be having a packed breakfast,

 Yala National Park – Being the second largest national park in Sri Lanka this is the most visited by both local and foreigners. Yala is a wildlife sanctuary and also one of the first national parks in Sri Lanka famous for the variety of wild animals. The park is important for the conservation of Sri Lanka elephants, Sri Lankan Leopards and aquatic birds.  Of all the national parks in Sri Lanka, Yala gives the best opportunity to witness Sri Lanka’s broad variety of wildlife. Yala is not only famous for its Flora and Fauna, it is also famous for its past civilisation, King Ravana, the mythical Hindu anti- hero is believed to have established his kingdom in Yala.

Experience the Hot water springs in Madunagala,

Hot Water Springs – Visitors can reach here from A18 (Pelmadulla — Nonagama road) turning at 66-67 Km posts and proceeding towards Suriyawewa about eleven km.Madunagala Hot Springs is a wonderful creation of nature in all its natural beauty. These hot springs flowed into a natural water hole constructed from stone tanks and basins. Here, the hot water bubbles into the ponds and mixes with water. Warm water flows smoothly into the surrounding basins where visitors can enjoy the soothing water. These are located near the famous Buddhist hermitage at Madunagala.

Upon completion, visit the Hunmanaya,

Hummanaya is a natural blowhole, and caused when sea water rushes through a submerged cavern and is pushed upwards. The sea water flows underneath the shore, and then comes out of this hole due to pressure. The water fountain created by the geological feature shoots up every couple of minutes, depending on the nature of the sea, with the spray often reaching as high as 25 m (82 ft) to 30 m (98 ft). This site has now been developed as a tourist attraction, with a small visitors’ information centre on marine life and a viewing platform.

Lunch at a local restaurant and return to your hotel. Optionally you can visit the Udawalawe Nattional park,

Udawalawa National Park – There are so many awesome experiences one can gain in Udawalawa National Park. It is difficult to select one experience out of it and call it the best one. Because the park lies on the boundary of Sri Lanka’s wet and dry zones, it is framed by soaring highlands and comprised of grasslands and bush forests. Explorers get to see a collection of Flora, Mammals, Birds, Reptiles & Fish in their natural habitats. While we cannot select one favourite activity, however when we go on safari to Udawalawa, it would be unfair if we do not bring up our gentle giants of the earth, Elephants. Udawalawa is one famous destination to see elephants up close and personal in their natural habitats.

Return to your hotel for the overnight stay.

Day 06

Early morning proceeds on deep sea fishing in Mirissa,

Deep Sea Fishing in Mirissa – Mirissa is considered as one of the best location to go deep sea game fishing on Sri Lanka’s southern coast.Boats leave the picturesque harbour at Mirissa (35km south of Galle), and will take you to known fishing hotspots in the area. Chat with our guides and local fishermen as they share their experiences with you on your journey. The Indian Ocean off the coast of southern Sri Lanka offers some of the richest sources of deep sea fish in the world. Sri Lanka Day Tours’ deep sea fishing tour takes you to the heart of the warm, nutrient-rich waters, which contain a wide range of game fish. The tour is suited to experienced anglers as well as first-timers, and makes for an unforgettable adventure.

Upon completion, have lunch at a local restaurant afterwards do some snorkeling and return to your hotel in Mirissa. Evening relax at the beach.

Dinner and overnight stay in the hotel.

Day 07

At leisure or visit Parrot rock

Day 08

Transfer to train ride from Weligama to Colombo.