Madulkelle Tea and Eco Lodge

Incredible diversity in such a small space is Sri Lanka’s trump card. Explore the highlights whilst wandering a less-trodden path and meet local people working to protect tradition, the environment, and local culture.

Highlights of Sri Lanka

14 days from £6,595pp

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Embark on a wildlife journey of Sri Lanka’s varied national parks seeing the landscape through the eyes of expert guides. Spot leopard in lush jungles, whales breaching off the coast and lake swimming elephants – Sri Lanka is a perfect destination for…

Wildlife of Sri Lanka

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This Sri Lankan holiday idea is ideal for those travelling during the British summer and wanting to experience the culture and wildlife of Sri Lanka, as well as some time to relax on the beach.

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Highlights of Sri Lanka

14 days from £6,595pp

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Wildlife of Sri Lanka

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This Sri Lankan holiday idea is ideal for those travelling during the British summer and wanting to experience the culture and wildlife of Sri Lanka, as well as some time to relax on the beach.

Summer in Sri Lanka

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Where to stay

Some of the wonderful places to stay that we frequently recommended.

Nine Skies £££££

Sri Lanka
Boutique

Nine Skies is a fully refurbished and traditionally stylish, tea bungalow, now a boutique hotel. Found just outside the charming town of Ella, this bungalow showcases colonial-era architecture with modern facilities and personalised service. Far-reaching views over Sri Lanka’s iconic tea-laced valleys make it a peaceful spot to explore this fascinating region.

Leopard Trails Wilpattu Campsite £££££

Sri Lanka
Safari and Wildlife Lodge

Leopard Trails is an experienced mobile camping company that operates a campsite within the buffer zones of Wilpattu National Park. Leopard Trails prides itself on providing an adventurous camping holiday amidst the wilderness without having to give up modern-day comforts and personalised service.

The Frangipani Tree £££££

Sri Lanka
Beach and Island Escapes

The Frangipani Tree is an intimate, elegant beach hotel with ten exquisitely furnished suites in four villas. It is located on the west end of Thalpe Bay, a short drive from Galle, on a long stretch of secluded and picturesque beach.

KK Beach £££££

Sri Lanka
Beach and Island Escapes

KK Beach is a stylishly contemporary boutique hotel and beach club near Habaraduwa. Owned by the internationally renowned interior designer, George Cooper, one of Sri Lanka’s original hoteliers and tastemakers.

Cape Weligama £££££

Sri Lanka

Cape Weligama inhabits 12 acres atop an outcrop rising 36 metres above the Indian Ocean, situated 30 minutes East of Galle. An array of international restaurants capture the sunsets, as does the 60-metre crescent-shaped infinity pool, which boasts 270-degree ocean views.

Uga Chena Huts Yala £££££

Sri Lanka
Safari and Wildlife Lodge

Nestled among the dunes and trees at the edge of the Indian Ocean lies Uga Chena Huts. Described as huts they are in fact extremely luxurious with beautiful views of Yala National Park and ocean. Each of the well-appointed dwellings has a plunge pool and are designed in a ‘safari’ style to blend sympathetically with their jungle surroundings.