Activities

Things to do in Sri Lanka

Around Sri Lanka DMC's exciting range of activities in Sri Lanka ensure you will never be short of things to do during your stay in this tropical island with a little bit of everything. We have endless ideas about how to spend your time in Sri Lanka. When you return from a holiday it is often those special experiences that make your trip so memorable. Many might be random moments that can’t be planned in advance, but others can be carefully selected to suit your special interests.

We always seek to offer authentic experiences that give you a real taste of Sri Lanka. We recommend that you include them in your itinerary in advance but you can also make requests on holiday as the mood takes you and as long as it is logistically possible, we will respond to your needs.

Sri Lanka Activities

Best Activities in Sri Lanka

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Hike in the Knuckles

The Knuckles Mountain Range is perfect for hiking – a land of mystical peaks, chattering waterfalls and hidden hillside villages, with breathtaking visas and a remoteness that will appeal to experienced and novice hikers alike....

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Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Sigiriya, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the most majestic, awe-inspiring and stunning historical locations in the world, built in the 5th century AD by ‘mad’ King Kasyapa....

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Lipton`s Seat

The favourite viewing point of Sir Thomas Lipton, Lipton’s Seat offers one of the most spectacular views of Sri Lanka’s Hill Country. Drive to the top, or walk up through the surrounding plantations....

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Temple of the Tooth

Tradition relates that a sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha was brought to Sri Lanka in 4th century A.D. and has been enshrined in the Dalanda Maligawa, or Temple of the Tooth, since the late 1500s....

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Galle Guided Bicycle Trails

Cycle through Galle’s beautiful countryside, passing paddy fields dotted with iconic white egrets and water buffalo, quiet villages, tea and rice fields. Choose from a range of routes....

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6 Best Water-Sport Activities in Sri Lanka

Discover the 6 best water-sport activities in Sri Lanka, from athletic surfing, kite-surfing and windsurfing to laidback snorkelling and sailing trips....

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Sailing in Trincomalee or Pasikudah

Set out from the shores of Trinco or Pasikudah in a catamaran and explore the splendour of Sri Lanka’s eastern coastline. Go to beautiful private coves and snorkel off colourful reefs....

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Whale Watching in Mirissa

This modern catamaran complete with professional crew sets out from Mirissa Harbour at 6:30am, beating the other boats in order to have the best dolphin and whale sightings....

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Yala National Park

Yala National Park, situated in the south-east corner of the island, is home to the greatest variety of Sri Lanka’s wildlife including the island’s big game – elephants, leopards and sloth bears....

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Kandy Perahera

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....

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Galle Dutch Fort

Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site originally built by the Portuguese before it was further developed by the Dutch and British, covers nearly 4sqkm and houses a range of old colonial buildings....

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Polonnaruwa

Sri Lanka’s medieval capital from 1073 until the late 1200s, the ruins of the Kingdom of Polonnaruwa are incredibly well-preserved and include magnificant granite sculptures of Lord Buddha....

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