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Pinnawala elephant orphanage is the place which bears the largest herd of captive elephants in the world. Known as the captive breeding place for wild Asian elephants, this orphanage provides the shelter to diseased, wounded and disabled elephants since 1975. There are more than 80 elephants have gained their birth at Pinnawala elephant orphanage up to date. You can witness baby elephants & also adult elephants moving around freely without harming to anyone. Don’t miss the chance to watch the bottle-feeding time at 9.15am, 13.15am or at 05.00pm and bathing of the elephants at the river nearby at 10.00am to 12:00pm & 02.00pm-04:00pm. Sharing time with an elephant’s life will be a memorable experience in your life.

Nuwara Eliya Golf Club, founded in 1889, is one of the oldest golf clubs in Asia and probably the world. The 18-hole course, 6399 yards long, is a testing par 71 and is made up of long, narrow fairways, bordered by rows of towering eucalyptus trees and elegant cypresses, held together by dense acacia shrubbery. They welcome golfers of all ages and abilities. They have a well-earned reputation as ‘one of the friendliest clubs’ in the country and aim to provide an experience that exceeds expectations, both on the golf course and in the clubhouse. The service at the club is designed to care for the family whilst the serious players compete out on the park.

This was at one time an important link in the transportation route which supplied the Dutch colonial administration. you could get the historical experience while you are traveling by boat. The canal itself is a hive of activity with all the fishermen traveling up and down in their gaily painted boats.  On the shores of the canal, you will find many homes and churches and many species of birds.  You will continue your ride through the Canal to the lagoon which is surrounded by a densely-populated region containing rice paddies, coconut plantations, and grassland. The lagoon has extensive mangrove swamps and attracts a wide variety of water birds including cormorants, herons, egrets, gulls, terns and other shorebirds.

Muthurajawela is one of the major ecological wetland sanctuaries in Sri Lanka that has a vast bio-diversity. The region supports 192 distinct species of flora and 209 distinct species of fauna, including Slender Loris. Some of the identified species have been shown to be indigenous to the marsh. Birds are the dominant group of vertebrates in Muthurajawela. It consists of 102 species including one endemic. Of the total species, 19 migrants have been recorded. The mixture of vegetation types and aquatic habitats in Muthurajawela has made it an ideal eco-zone for a variety of birds.

This 4-course private dinner is served on a beautifully decorated ferry that glides along the scenic river in Waikkal. Enjoy the beautiful ambiance and your delicious meal with the service of a personal butler, a chef, and a ferryman.

An important regional Hindu temple complex in Sri Lanka, which has been in existence at least since 1000 CE, although myths surrounding the temple associate it with the popular Indian epic Ramayana. The temple is one of the ancient Pancha Ishwarams dedicated to Shiva in the region. Munishwaram means the first temple for Shiva (Munnu + Easwaran). It is believed that the Shiva Lingam was already here when Lord Rama visited this place.

(Operating time: 3:30pm – 6:30pm from Monday to Friday) The open deck city sightseeing service in Colombo offers unmatched experiences and exclusive glimpses into Sri Lanka's premier city that covers Colombo Lighthouse, The Prison Cell of the last Sri Lankan King, Lighthouse with Clock Tower designed by Lady Ward (built before the Big Ben in London), Galle Face Promenade with cannons of World War II, South Expansion of the Colombo Harbour, York Street with remnants of British Colonial Architecture, Slave Island area, famous Hindu Kovil with a uniquely carved gopuram, the scenic Beira Lake in the heart of the city, the War Memorial, Public Library, National Museum, Nelum Pokuna Theatre, Vihara Maha Devi Park, Colombo Town Hall, and many more historical and important landmarks and places that make an interesting tapestry of the life within the city limits of Colombo

Manavari, about 6 km north of Chilaw, is the first place where Lord Rama installed a Lingam, as a remedy to Lord Shiva after committing Brahmincide by killing the King Ravana who was a Brahmin. This Shiva Lingam in Manavari is called Ramalingam because it was made by Lord Rama. There are only two Lingams in the world named after Lord Rama, the other is in Rameswaram in India.

(Operating time: 8:30am – 12:30pm on Saturday and Sunday) Sightseeing within the city limits of Colombo and the Administrative Capital including Colombo Lighthouse, The Prison Cell of the last Sri Lankan King, Lighthouse with Clock Tower designed by Lady Ward (built before the Big Ben in London), Galle Face Promenade with cannons of World War II, South Expansion of the Colombo Harbour, York Street with remnants of British Colonial Architecture, Slave Island area, famous Hindu Kovil with a uniquely carved gopuram, the scenic Beira Lake in the heart of the city, the War Memorial, Public Library, Nelum Pokuna Theatre, Vihara Maha Devi Park, Colombo Town Hall, BMICH, Replica of Aukana Buddha Statue, Diyatha Uyana- the picturesque market and landscaped gardens on the banks of the Diyawanna Oya , thrilling boat ride on the Diyawannawa Lake, Parliament Complex, and many more.

The City Safari is suited to those on a budget or who are visiting Colombo for the first time and want to get an overall city tour experience with an edge. The City Safari will take guests to some of the hottest seasonal attractions and sights. All entree fees, snacks, flowers for ladies, cold water included to the cost.  We accommodate for guests who may want to bring their own food/snacks and drinks and stock the onboard cooler (we are happy to stop at the supermarket if they wish).