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Pidurangala Rock

Pidurangala Rock

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Pidurangala is an enormous rock located a few kilometres north of Sigiriya. The two rocks have an interlinked history: whilst King Kasyapa was building Sigiriya Rock Fortress in the 5th century, he moved monks living around Sigiriya to a new monastery on Pidurangala Rock. An ancient cave temple still houses objects from various vintages that reflect Buddhist, Hindu and western beliefs, and the stupa to the left of the temple entrance is believed to mark the spot where King Kasyapa was cremated. Pidurangala is a more challenging climb than Sigiriya, so should not be attempted by those with poor physical fitness. There is no clear path to the top: steep, uneven steps give way to an expanse of boulders and crevices that climbers must navigate in order to reach the summit. From the top, there are glorious vistas of the surrounding landscape and an incredible view of the majestic Sigiriya Rock. Allow about two hours, which should leave time for relaxation and photographs. Although Pidurangala lacks the global appeal of Sigiriya, if you pick your time wisely it is almost certain to be much quieter and it is certainly cheaper.

Duration: 3 hours
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Tissamaharama is a sacred town scattered with lakes and Buddhist temples that was the capital of the ancient Ruhunu Kingdom in the 2nd century BC. 

Duration: 4 hours

Best time: Year-round

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Visit to Point Pedro
Visit to Point Pedro

Jaffna, Sri Lanka

Point Pedro, also known as Sakkotai Cape, is the northernmost tip of Sri Lanka. An unpretentious spot replete with significance, it was once a trading port.

Duration: 4 hours

Best time: Year-round

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Kandy Perahera
Kandy Perahera

Kandy, Sri Lanka

A `Perehara’ is a cultural procession, an ancient historic ritual where tradition, religion, and the arts all come together. The annual Kandy Perahera is an astonishing spectacle.

Duration: 4 hours

Best time: July / August

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Sri Lanka Plantation Walk
Sri Lanka Plantation Walk

Kandy, Sri Lanka

Explore a vast estate in the foothills of Kandy with a highly-engaging and knowledgeable host, before enjoying a mouth-watering traditional rice and curry lunch afterwards in your host’s ancestral home.

Duration: 4 hours

Best time: Year-round

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The Aukana Buddha
The Aukana Buddha

Dambulla, Sri Lanka

One of the most spectacular statues in Sri Lanka, the Aukana Buddha has stood 12m high since it was made in the 5th century. It is free-standing, carved from a single rock.

Duration: 4 hours

Best time: Year-round

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Tour a Sri Lankan tea estate
Tour a Sri Lankan tea estate

Ella, Sri Lanka

Red Dot's Tea Estate experience takes place in one of the most beautiful organic tea estates in the Sri Lanka hill country, hidden above Ravana-Ella Falls and with breathtaking views of Ella Rock and Lipton's Seat.

Duration: 4 hours

Best time: Year-round

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Visit Temples in Aluthgama and Ambalangoda
Visit Temples in Aluthgama and Ambalangoda

Ambalangoda, Sri Lanka

The Kande Vihara in Aluthgama and the Galgoda Sailatalaramaya Maha Vihara Temple and Sunandaramaya Mahavihara in Ambalangoda attract devotees from all parts of the island.

Duration: 4 hours

Best time: Year-round

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Treks and Tea at Amba Estate
Treks and Tea at Amba Estate

Ella, Hill Country

Experience tea, glorious treks and total tranquillity during this four-night stay at Amba Estate, an organic farm on the outskirts of Ella in Sri Lanka’s hills. One of our Extended Activities.

Duration: 4 hours

Best time: December to March, August and September

  • Culture and History
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Canyoning in Kitulgala
Canyoning in Kitulgala

Kitulgala, Sinharaja and Kitulgala

A three-night action-packed adventure of white-water rafting, canyoning and hiking in remote Kitulgala on the western fringes of Sri Lanka’s hills. This activity is run by Borderlands, a reputable company committed to providing high-quality guiding and safety equipment.

Duration: 4 hours

Best time: December to March, July to September

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Intrepid Hike in Knuckles
Intrepid Hike in Knuckles

Knuckles, Kandy

A two-night hiking adventure through the remote Knuckles Mountain Range with stays in a rural village and in the middle of the jungle.

Duration: 4 hours

Best time: December to March, July and August

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Kandy tea hills trek
Kandy tea hills trek

Deltota, Kandy

Traverse some of Sri Lanka’s most historic and scenic tea estates on this two-day trek around Deltota in the picturesque Kandyan foothills.

Duration: 4 hours

Best time: December to March, July to September

  • Sport and Adventure
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