EXOTIC DESTINATION 01 Nights & 02 Days Sri Lanka is an island nation located in the Indian Ocean, just off the southeastern coast of India. Despite its modest size – slightly larger than the state of West Virginia – Sri Lanka has a population of about 20 million people, almost equal to the population of Texas. The island is rich in natural resources, and has a diverse economy based on agriculture, mining, fishing, manufacturing, and tourism. On becoming an independent nation in 1948 Sri Lanka (formerly called Ceylon) seemed to be headed for a future as a stable and prosperous democracy. Since the 1970s, however, the country has been torn by violent struggles between the two main ethnic groups, Sinhalese and Tamils that make up its population. Sri Lanka suffered severe damage and loss of life from the tsunami of 2004; what effect that disaster will have on the country’s political future remains to be seen. Day 01: (220 km – 04.30 hours) Arrival – Kitulgala - Colombo Arrival at the Colombo Airport Clients will be met by our English speaking National guide and airport staff and offer assistance by Ceylon Offshore (Marval Tours). Afterwards proceed to Kitulgala to enjoy white water rafting. (En route we can offer these clients a snack pack for their lunch)
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EXOTIC DESTINATION01 Nights & 02 Days
Sri Lanka is an island nation located in the Indian Ocean, just off the southeastern coast of India. Despite its modest size – slightly larger than the state of West Virginia – Sri Lanka has a population of about 20 million people, almost equal to the population of Texas. The island is rich in natural resources, and has a diverse economy based on agriculture, mining, fishing, manufacturing, and tourism. On becoming an independent nation in 1948 Sri Lanka (formerly called Ceylon) seemed to be headed for a future as a stable and prosperous democracy. Since the 1970s, however, the country has been torn by violent struggles between the two main ethnic groups, Sinhalese and Tamils that make up its population. Sri Lanka suffered severe damage and loss of life from the tsunami of 2004; what effect that disaster will have on the country’s political future remains to be seen.
Day 01: (220 km – 04.30 hours) Arrival – Kitulgala - Colombo Arrival at the Colombo Airport Clients will be met by our English speaking National guide and airport staff and offer assistance by Ceylon Offshore (Marval Tours).Afterwards proceed to Kitulgala to enjoy white water rafting. (En route we can offer these clients a snack pack for their lunch)
White water rafting is the challenging recreational outdoor activity of using an inflatable raft to navigate a river or other bodies of water. This is usually done on white water or different degrees of rough water, in order to thrill and excite the raft passengers. The development of this activity as a leisure sport has become popular since the mid-1970. Inflatable raft will be used and all passengers have to be equipped with safety gear such as life vests and helmets. Paddles are also required to navigate. Kelani River in Kitulgala is the one and only area for White water rafting in Sri Lanka. Having benefited the location there
are 8 rafting provided are established along its bank side on Kelani River. This is the key attraction to bring the tourist to the area from various destinations and also from locally.
Rafting of this track is a great fun and it is perfect for beginners as well as experts. The enthusiastic & experienced staff will be happy to take u through the rapids of the “Kelani River”.
Track is 100% natural and both sides are teeming with trees. It takes 1&1/2 hours. (1 hour along the river) It is 5 km stretch that includes a series of seven rapids along the “Kelani River”. Grade 2 & 3 rapids. High quality life jackets, helmets & qualified guides are provided. River guides instruct everything on safety. When coming along the river you come across the location place of very famous film “BRIDGE ON THE RIVER KWAI”. At the last part of the trip it can be jumped to the river & swim over mini rapids & into a long stretch of calm, cool & refreshing water.
Afterwards proceed to Colombo.Check in at the hotel in the in the evening.
Hotel: The KingsburyRoom Type: Superior roomMeal Plan: Dinner and Breakfast.
Day 02: (120 km – 03 hours) Colombo City Tour – Departure Transfer After breakfast enjoy a city tour in capital city of Colombo.
Colombo the largest and most industrial city on the island, Colombo was once the political capital of Sri Lanka but is now the unofficial commercial capita. With a resident population of about 647, 100, Colombo - that is located on the West Coast - is vibrant, colorful, constantly busy, its buildings largely corporate, with entertainment and education centers scattered in between. Architecture is a mixed affair in Colombo, with remnant structures from the bygone colonial era co-existing with tall skyscrapers and other such large buildings that dot the skyline.
Afterwards departure transfer to the airport.
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Quote valid for the month of April 2017
Per person sharing a double\Twin room on HB basis - USD 214.00
Full board supplement per person (01 lunch) – USD 20.00
Inclusions Accommodation at above mentioned hotel on HB basis Transport in an AC saloon type car Services of an English Speaking chauffeur guide Sightseeing as per the tour White water rafting in Kitulgala
Exclusions Lunch on tour Portage & tips Services not mentioned above
RemarksPlease note that above all confirmations are subject to the availability at the time of booking.
