Day 01 : AIRPORT / WAIKKAL (NEGOMBO)
On arrival at the Bandaranaike International Airport, you will get your first taste of warm Sri Lankan hospitality; Representative from Discovery Tours will Welcome you and transfer to waikkala.
Over Night Stay at Waikkala
Day 02 : WAIKKAL (NEGOMBO) /KALPITIYA
Early morning proceed to Kalpitiya. Do an excursion to see Whales in Kalpitiya
Despite its natural beauty, the western peninsular area of KALPITIYA in the Puttalam district of Sri Lanka is remarkably untouched by tourism. But for those lucky enough to visit, there's a plethora of things to see and do! With the small close-knit fishing community dominating the lives of the local people, visitors can get a real insight into working life away from the city. After watching the night fishing boats return in the morning, a visit to one of the fish markets offers the opportunity to choose the evening meal direct from the fresh catch! The Dutch Fort and St Peter's Kerk church in the town itself are interesting examples of Sri Lanka's rich history and colonial past. Leisurely boat rides up the lagoon and canoe trips down the river are a pleasant way of exploring the coastline
Hundreds of Spinner Dolphins can be seen just minutes off the shores of Kalpitiya in the North West during the season from December to April. Observed in pods, these Dolphins often swim along side the boats and frolic in the seas -- a thrilling sight for children and adults alike.
Over Night Stay at Kalpitiya
Day 03 : WAIKKAL (NEGOMBO) /KALPITIYA
After B ‘fast do another Whale watching excursion.
Whales seen include
Common Blue Whales , Bryde's Whales , Sperm Whales , Killer Whales , False Killer , Dwarf , Melon Headed Whales , Cuvier's Beaked Whales and if lucky, the elusive Indian Blue Whales.
Dolphins seen include
Spotted Dolphins, Spinner Dolphins, Fraser's Dolphins, Risso's Dolphins, Common Dolphins and the Bottlenose Dolphins
Over Night Stay at Kalpitiya
Day 04 : KALPITIYA /RATHNAPURA/EMBILIPITIYA
After B’fast proceed to Embilipitiya via Rathnapura
RATHNAPURA
Gem-mining centre of Sri Lanka is also a major crossroad between southern plains and the hill country to the east. A bustling market city .servicing most of the surroundingtowns. Scenery around the town is excellent and charming.
Visit one of the famous gem mines of Ratnapura. Gems such as the Blue, Star and Yellow Sapphires, Cat’s Eyes, Rubies, Alexandrites, Amethysts, Zircons, Topaz and Tourmalines are found here. There will be an opportunity to watch a gem cutter and polisher at work and also visit at a lapidary.
Over Night Stay at Embilipitiya
Day 05 : UDAWALAWA / YALA
After b’fast do a safari of The Udawalawe National Park by jeep. The area of this park is 30,821 hectares and is a dry zone park which was declared as a national park in 1972. This park falls within the Sabaragamuwa and Uva provinces and between Udawalawe reservoir and the Walawe River and is surrounded by the scenic beauty of the mountain range that keep on winding endlessly on the Balangoda, Kalthota and Haputale escarpments. This park is world famous for its elephants seen in all their playfulness, whole herds of them, adults and babies bathing and playing in the water or feeding. In addition to the elephants, deer species such as spotted deer, sambhur, barking deer and langur, water buffalo and jackal are some of the prominent wild animals found in this park.
Evening proceed to Thissamaharama
Over Night Stay at Tissamaharama
Day 06 : YALA
Full Day safari tour at Yala National Park by
Yala is the largest National Park in Sri Lanka . All the big game mammals of the country are found within the park. Elephant, Leopard, sloth bear, Spotted Dear, Wild Boar and sambhur. Apart from them small mammals such as Black naped hare, Grey, Ruddy & Striped necked mongoose, Grey Langur & porcupine are common small mammals.Park is also famous for its abundant bird life. Over140 species have recorded so far within the park. Changeable Hawk Eagle, Crested serpent Eagle, Malabar pied Hornbill, Jungle fowl, painted Stork, White Ibis and Black necked Stork are commonly seen
Over Night Stay at Tissamaharama
Day 07 : YALA / MIRISSA
In the morning do another visit to the Yala National Park. In the afternoon proceed to Mirissa, Enroute visit Weherahena Temple
A 25m high colorful Buddha statue built at Veherahena Temple. The temple is about 2 km from the town centre on the tangalle road. Artificial cave decorated with 200 comic book style scenes from the life of Buddha. Illustrations on the Buddha telling the life of Buddha. There you can see the shrine room in which the walls are decorated with the murals depicting the Buddha’s life
Over Night Stay at Mirissa
Day 08 : MIRISSA
After breakfast proceed for whale watching.
Whale and dolphin watching are exciting and unique activities for Mirissa on the south coast of Sri Lanka. The frequent sighting all year round has put Sri Lanka and the Mirrissa area on the worlds 'Top Hot Spots' for sperm and blue whale sightings. The blue whales are frequently seen during the first quarter off the South and West Coast of Sri Lanka, which is part of their migration pattern. The period between January and April is also a good time for dolphins. We often have been accompanied by pods of spinner dolphins during our trips.
Over Night Stay at Mirissa
Day 09 : MIRISSA
Whale watching excursion. Evening at leisure on the beach.
Over Night Stay at Mirissa
Day 10 : MIRISSA
Whale watching excursion
In the evening Visit Low lying Tea Estate
These teas uniqueness begins with the low elevations of its plantations. The southern part of Sri Lanka, though now traditionally known for its tea growing does produce an exceptional tea. Grown from sea level to about 2,000 feet (600 meters) above sea level, the particular condition of the soil gives the leaves blackness and imparts in the brew a strong and distinctive taste. A perfect cup for those who like there tea thick and sweet, with or without milk.
Over Night Stay at Mirissa
Day 11 : MIRISSA
Whale watching excursion
Evening at leisure on the beach.
Over Night Stay at Mirissa
Day 12 : MIRRISSA / COLOMBO
Breakfast proceed to Colombo via Galle. Enroute visit Madu Ganga Galle was once the chief port of Sri Lanka. It is still well known for hand-made lace. You can also visit the Galle Fort (spanning 90 acres) which was originally built by the Portuguese and later extended by the Dutch in 1663. This is also a World Heritage Site
Madu Ganga (Madu River) is also a remarkable place you must visit. Bordering to the costal village Balaptiya, Madu Ganga flows by adding an incomparable beauty to the surrounding. It’s unique in its beauty, hundreds of islets, mangroves, indigenous aquatic birds & fish creates a green heave in front of your eyes. These enchanting landscapes make people breathless by creatinga paradise for their own dreams. This green heritage is a kind of lab for the researches, local & foreign university students & journalists who are discovering the secrets of this treasure
Over Night Stay at Mount Lavinia
Day 13 : COLOMBO/ DEPARTURE
Breakfast at Hotel and Transfer to the Airport in time to connect with the departure flight.
