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“Ayubowan” Warmly Welcome to Sri Lanka, the pearl of the Indian Ocean! On arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be greeted and assisted by a representative of Globeenjoy Tours (your chauffeur guide) and drive you to the hotel in Negombo. it is famous for its chthonic colony and fisheries harbor where you will be paying a visit on the 2nd day of your tour.
Special Notes: We strictly request you to follow COVID-19 health protocol guidelines in the leaflets given to you by our national guide. It’s a must that you should follow these guidelines during the tour which is given by the Sri Lanka health ministry along with the Tourist board to make sure that you are safe and secure from COVID 19.
Day 1 – Arrival Transfer to Negombo
“Ayubowan” Warmly Welcome to Sri Lanka, the pearl of the Indian Ocean! On arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be greeted and assisted by a representative of Globeenjoy Tours (your chauffeur guide) and drive you to the hotel in Negombo. it is famous for its chthonic colony and fisheries harbor where you will be paying a visit on the 2nd day of your tour.
Overnight Stay at Jetwing Sea Negombo.
Day 2 – Negombo to Kalpitiya
Breakfast at the hotel, pay a visit to the fish market in Negombo and transfer to Kalpitiya. Relax and enjoy the sunset at the beach.
Overnight Stay at Dolphin Beach Resort.
Day 3 – Kalpitiya to Mannar
Breakfast at the hotel, Morning safari at Wilpattu National Park and transfer to Mannar.
Day 4 – Mannar to Jaffna
This morning you will be driven to Jaffna the capital city of Northern Province of Sri Lanka. This is another historical city to visit. Hindu temples, historical churches, fortresses, hot spring wells & beaches are the main attractions in Jaffna. ‘Tilko Travels’ will offer you all of Jaffna including a fantastic time at Charty beach.
Overnight Stay at Jetwing Jaffna.
Day 5 – Jaffna
Breakfast at the hotel, today you will be exploring the city of Jaffna.
Overnight Stay at Jetwing Jaffna.
Day 6 – Jaffna to Trincomalee
Breakfast at the hotel, today you will be driven to the east coast of the island where you can witness one of the beautiful beaches in Sri Lanka.
Overnight Stay at Trinco Blu By Cinnamon.
Day 7 – Trincomalee
Breakfast at the hotel, feel free to explore the beautiful beach of Trinco and do few activities such as snorkeling.
Overnight Stay at Trinco Blu By Cinnamon.
Day 8 – Trincomalee to Arugam Bay
Breakfast at the hotel, morning transfer to one of the surfing hotspots in Sri Lanka, “Arugam Bay”.
Overnight Stay at Arugam Bay.
Day 9 – Arugam Bay to Yala
Breakfast at the hotel, Morning transfer to one of the wildlife destinations in south “Yala”. It has it own unique beach sand dunes. Evening or morning safari at Yala National Park.
Overnight Stay at Cinnamon Wild Yala.
Day 10 – Yala to Galle
Breakfast at the hotel, today you will be transferred to Galle via Mirissa.
Overnight Stay at Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna.
Day 11 – Galle
Breakfast at the hotel, feel free to explore the city of Galle.
Overnight Stay at Araliya Beach Resort & Spa Unawatuna.
Day 12 – Galle to Airport
Breakfast at the hotel, today is your last day of your tour In Sri Lanka. visit turtle hatchery, Mask factory and short city tour in Colombo before you take your flight back home.
Negombo made its start as a fishing community, Dive into the bustle of the Negombo Fish Market during your tour around the city. Watch as local fishermen reel in their catch of the day and display fresh seafood across endless platforms. Visitors that walk the shores of Negombo beach can witness the day’s catch being laid out on enormous mats made of coconut fiber. Using an age-old method of open-air drying, the fishermen use the heat of the sun to remove all moisture from the fish and extend their shelf life. It will then get salted before being shipped to all over the island and sold in stores; dried fish is a very common inclusion of Sri Lankan cuisine. While some of the fish for sale at the market are brought in fresh, others have been brought in from larger wholesalers in the morning to be sold here. The best fish are sold to local hotels and restaurants before being relegated to either the marketplace or to being dried under the sun on the beach.
Kalpitiya is apparently the best place to go dolphin watching, while down South is better if you want to see whales. Kalpitiya is about 4 and a half hours from Colombo. You get some amazing boat tours in Kalpitiya because of the scattering of mini-islands and mangroves around the Puttalam lagoon. Once your boat reaches the tip of the islands near the Dutch Bay, it will probably stop at this small naval base on a stretch of beach. So, in a small eight-seater boat it’s actually loads of fun because you’ll be riding big waves – this is not advisable if you’re the type to get sea-sick and especially if you’re there in late October when it can be a bit windy. The dolphin region is roughly towards the north of the Portugal bay, which will be about 2 hours from land, so you’ll probably be out at sea for about 4+ hours.
Wilpattu National Park (Willu-pattu, “Land of Lakes”) is a national park in Sri Lanka. The unique feature of this park is the existence of “Willus” (natural lakes) – natural, sand-rimmed water basins or depressions that fill with rainwater. Located on the northwest coast lowland dry zone of Sri Lanka, the park is 30 km (19 mi) west of Anuradhapura and 26 km (16 mi) north of Puttalam (approximately 180 km (110 mi) north of Colombo). The park is 1,317 km2 (508 sq mi) (131,693 hectares) in area. Nearly one hundred and six lakes (Wille) and tanks are found spread throughout Wilpattu. Wilpattu is the largest and one of the oldest national parks in Sri Lanka. Wilpattu is world-renowned for its leopard (Panthera pardus kotiya) population.
Formerly the town was renowned as a center of pearl fishing, mentioned in the 2nd-century CE Periplus of the Erythraean Sea. Mannar is known for its baobab trees and for its fort, built by the Portuguese in 1560 and taken by the Dutch in 1658 and rebuilt; its ramparts and bastions are intact, though the interior is largely destroyed. Visually, the modern town is dominated by its churches, Hindu temples and mosques. The Catholic Church has a diocese headquartered in the town. By rail the town is connected to the rest of Sri Lanka by the Mannar Line. It was occupied by LTTE during Sri Lankan Civil War between 1983 and 2009. Here are some places you must visit while in Mannar, Arippu Dutch Fort, The Doric Bungalow, And Talaimannar Light house.
Located approximately 40 kilometers south of Mannar Island, the Doric Bungalow (also known simply as The Doric) at Arippu was once the home of the first British Governor of Ceylon: Frederick North, the 5th Earl of Guildford. Constructed at the beginning of the 19th century between 1801 and 1804, the house was intended by the governor to help the revival of Sri Lanka’s pearl fisheries. The two-story building came to be known as “The Doric” due to the presence of its columns, which were designed in the image of the ancient Greek Doric order. Today, the Doric has been declared a protected archaeological monument. Its exposure to the weather conditions of its beachside cliff location has left the building in an impressive state of ruins.
For centuries Jaffna (or Yarl) has been Sri Lanka’s Hindu-Tamil cultural and religious center, although the 17th-century Portuguese tried hard to change that. In 1620 they captured Jaffna’s King Sangli (whose horseback statue stands on Point Pedro Rd), then set about systematically demolishing the city’s fabulous Hindu temples. A substantial wave of mass Christian conversions followed – hence all the beautiful churches Jaffna surrendered to the Dutch after a bitter three-month siege in 1658. Various Portuguese and Dutch fortifications remain dotted around the peninsula, but most are either ruined or still in military use. Jaffna is the capital city of Northern Province of Sri Lanka.
Public Library in Jaffna, One of Jaffna’s most notable landmarks, it is run by the Jaffna Municipal Council. The library was built in 1933 and burnt in 1981. During the early 1980s, it was one of the biggest libraries in Asia, containing over 97,000 books and manuscripts. In 2001, rehabilitation of the library was completed, with new structure being built and new books received, although its old books and manuscripts were not replaced.
Jaffna Fort is a fort built by the Portuguese at Jaffna, Sri Lanka in 1618 under Phillippe de Oliveira following the Portuguese invasion of Jaffna. The fort is located near Karaiyur. Due to numerous miracles attributed to the statue of Virgin Mary in the church inside the fort, Jaffna Fort was named as Fortress of Our Lady of Miracles of Jafanapatão. It was captured by the Dutch under Rijcklof van Goens in 1658 who expanded it. In 1795, it was taken over by the British, and remained under the control of a British garrison till 1948.
Keerimalai is a town in Jaffna District, Sri Lanka. Naguleswaram temple is located in this suburb also a mineral water spring called Keerimalai Springs reputed for its curative properties. In Tamil Keerimalai means Mongoose-Hill, see Naguleswaram temple. Keerimalai is situated from 25 km north to Jaffna
Statue was dedicated to Cankili II a Tamil martyr and the last king of Jaffna Kingdom. It seen as a landmark of the city of Jaffna. The Sangiliyan statue was built 1974 at Muuirai junction Nallur and declared open by then Jaffna Mayor Alfred Duraiappah. On 2011 was the statue removed and a new statue was built at the same place. The new statue was declared open by Jaffna Mayor Mrs. Yogeshwarai Patkunarajah and Minister Douglas Devananda.Tamil groups believe the statue was destroyed and rebuilt because of political motives. They criticize by this act was the historic beauty of the statue destroyed, the new statue has not the heroic features of the former statue.
Jaffna Peninsula is blessed with number of good beaches. The Casuarina Beach in Karainagar is considered the best beach in the Jaffna Peninsula. The beach lies on the north of Karativu Island, one of the largest islands in the peninsula which is connected to the mainland over a causeway. This beach is also called and written as Casoorina, Cashoorina and few other variants. The fisherman in the area uses type of a flat boat made out of wooden logs which resembles a full boat cut in half. These are used to fish in shallow waters and move about prawn farms in the sea. In this shallow water, you can walk a long way in to the sea in the deep blue water with gentle waves moving towards the land. The beach probably got its name due the Casuarina Trees (Kasa Gas) along the beach. The beach lies about 20 km off Jaffna and may take about 45 minutes to travel by a vehicle.
Nilavarai Well – a natural underground water well – thought to be bottomless has many enthralling legends adding to the mysteries that encircle it. Almost all legends are connected with the Ramayana, which includes the chronicles of Rama – the seventh avatar of God Vishnu. According to legend, Seetha, wife of Rama, while on the return journey to India was overcome with thirst and as there was no water to be found, Rama had gallantly shot an arrow on to the earth creating a well. Some believe this to be the origin of Nilavarai. People around the area claim that the first 40 feet of the Well contains fresh water while the water after this point is deemed to be salty, probably attesting to a connection to the sea at Kankasanturai. The Well has two tunnels and some say that these tunnels are connected to the Keerimalai ponds located near Naguleswaram Temple in Jaffna, while others say that the Well has a connection with an underground tunnel in Matale, which is hundreds of miles from here.
The recorded history of Trincomalee spans more than two and a half thousand years. Beginning with civilian settlement associated with the Koneswaram temple in the pre-modern era. One of the oldest cities in Asia, it has served as a major maritime seaport in the international trading history of the island with South East Asia. In the ancient world, it was successively the capital of eastern kingdoms of the Vanni country, developing under the Anuradhapura Kingdom, Pallava Dynasty, Chola Dynasty, Pandyan Dynasty, the Vannimai chieftaincies and the Jaffna kingdom through the Koneswaram shrine’s revenue. Trincomalee’s urbanization continued when made into a fortified port town following the Portuguese conquest of the Jaffna kingdom, changing hands between the Danish in 1620, the Dutch, the
French following a battle of the American Revolutionary War and the British in 1795, being absorbed into the British Ceylon state in 1815. The city’s architecture shows some of the best examples of interaction between native and European styles.
Trincomalee is the gateway to a few of the finest beaches in the eastern coast of Sri Lanka, namely Uppuveli and Nilaveli located 6km and 16km away from the town area. And most famous attractions are Koneswaram temple, The Dutch fort Frederick, Harbour, Hot Springs and The Pigeon Island one of the two marine national parks of Sri Lanka.
Pigeon Island National Park is one of the two marine national parks of Sri Lanka. The national park is situated 1 km off the coast of Nilaveli, a coastal town in Eastern Province, encompassing a total area of 471.429 hectares. The island’s name derives from the rock pigeon which has colonized it. The national park contains some of the best remaining coral reefs of Sri Lanka. It was was designated as a sanctuary in 1963. In 2003 it was re-designated as a national park. This national park is the 17th in Sri Lanka. The island was used as a shooting range during the colonial era. Pigeon Island is one of the several protected areas affected by the Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004.
Known locally as “Arugam Kudah”, is situated on the Indian Ocean in the dry zone of Sri Lanka’s southeast coast, and a historic settlement of the ancient Batticaloa Territory (Mattakallappu Desam). The bay is located 117 kilometers (73 mi) south of Batticaloa, 320 kilometers (200 mi) due east of Colombo, and approximately 4 kilometers (2.5 mi) south of the market town of Pottuvil. The main settlement in the area, known locally as Ullae, is predominantly Muslim, however there is a significant Sri Lankan Tamil and Sinhala population to the south of the village, as well as a number of international expatriates, largely from Europe and Australia. Tourism in Arugam Bay is dominated by surf tourism, thanks to several quality breaks in the area, however tourists are also attracted by the local beaches, lagoons, historic temples and the nearby Kumana National Park.
Yala combines a strict nature reserve with a national park. Divided into 5 blocks, the park has a protected area of nearly 130,000 hectares of land consisting of light forests, scrubs, grasslands, tanks and lagoons. Two blocks are currently opened to the public. Situated in Sri Lanka’s south-east hugging the panoramic Indian Ocean, Yala was designated a wildlife sanctuary in 1900 and was designated a national park in 1938. Ironically, the park was initially used as a hunting ground for the elite under British rule. Yala is home to 44 varieties of mammal and 215 bird species. Among its more famous residents are the world’s biggest concentration of leopards, majestic elephants, sloth bears, sambars, jackals, spotted dear, peacocks, and crocodiles. The best time to visit Yala is between February and July when the water levels of the park are quite low, bringing animals into the open.
Mirissa is the perfect tourist’s getaway only 125 miles away from Colombo, yet offering so much to those who wish to taste Sri Lanka’s unspoiled southern experience. Proud of its tout free beaches, Mirissa is held in high regard by surf lovers all over the world as one of the key surf points in Sri Lanka. Lately Mirissa has come to be a popular destination for Whale and Dolphin watching in Sri Lanka.
Coconut Tree Hill is presumably the most well-known place in Mirissa. You can watch the infinite sea and Mirissa Bay area from the top of this amazing place. It takes you 10-15 min walk up the street from Mirissa Beach. This place has become so popular that a lot of people wish to make a popular frame of the headland leaving the sea with coconut trees.
Stilt Fishing is one of the most interesting traditional fishing methods of Sri Lanka. Records indicate that it came into being just after World War II. This mode of fishing was more widely used all along the coast until the tsunami in 2004 which caused such activities to cease temporarily until recent years. The particulars in regard to the beginning of stilt fishing is murky, though one fascinating tale told by A W Wilson Silva, a stilt fisherman of 82 years, says that the fishing technique was introduced to Sri Lanka in Gantara, Matara long ago by traders who have come into the country in sloops. It is said that one merchant had observed how these traders would go to sea, to return after a while with their meshed bags filled with fish. Curious as to how this was accomplished, the merchant has inquired from one trader who has told the merchant that he will teach the technique before he leaves the country. True to his word, it could be assumed that the trader had shown all the ropes of stilt fishing to the merchant, which was then passed down from generation to generation.
In the Bay of Galle on the southwest coast of Sri Lanka, was built first in 1588 by the Portuguese, and then extensively fortified by the Dutch during the 17th century from 1649 onwards. The fort has a colourful history, and today has a multi-ethnic and multi-religious population. The heritage value of the fort has been recognized by the UNESCO and the site has been inscribed as a cultural heritage UNESCO World Heritage Site under criteria IV, for its unique exposition of “an urban ensemble which illustrates the interaction of European architecture and South Asian traditions from the 16th to the 19th centuries. The Sri Lankan government and many Dutch people who still own some of the properties inside the fort are looking at making this one of the modern wonders of the world.
Ambalangoda is renowned for the manufacture of wooden masks and puppets. The traditional masks are carved from light Balsa like Kaduru wood (Nux vomica). Kaduru trees grow in the marshy lands bordering paddy fields. The wood is smoke dried for a week in preparation. The hand carved and hand painted masks in traditional dance dramas are both vibrant and colorful. Masks are created for three different types of dancing rituals: ‘Kolam’, which tell mocking stories of traditional Sri Lankan colonial life; ‘Sanni’, or devil dancing masks, used in a type of exorcism ceremony to heal people of persisting illnesses believed to be inflicted by demons; and ‘Raksha’ masks, which are used in festivals and processions. Local puppet shows, showing dramas, comedies and folk tales were also a popular form of entertainment. Influences from South India, Asia and Europe are assumed to have been the shaping factor in the art of mask dancing and puppetry. The Naga Raksha.
(Cobra demon) mask of the ‘Raksha Kolama’ (demon dance), consists of a ferocious face with bulging, popping & staring eyes, a carnivorous tongue lolling out of a wide mouth armed to the hilt with set of fanged teeth, all topped by a set of cobra hoods. With the practices of traditional exorcism (thovil), mask dancing (kolam) and puppetry (rookada) shows in the decline, the art of mask carving has seen a reduction of interest. Though only a few of the antique originals survive, the local mask museum retains an interesting collection of reproductions and provides displays of carving techniques for visitors.
The “Sea Turtle Hatchery” is a non – profitable organization which is maintained for the survival of Sea Turtles for the next generation. These turtle hatchery farms are placed in the southern part of Sri Lanka. From the past, due to the cruel activities of humans, there is a danger that turtles are facing extinction for the sake of our future generation. Staff patrols the beach all night looking for mother sea turtles that come out of the ocean to lay their eggs. Protect the mother turtle during the nesting process and when she is finished laying the eggs and safely back in the ocean.
Colombo is the commercial capital and the largest city of Sri Lanka. It is located on the west coast of the island and adjacent to Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (which is the official capital of Sri Lanka) suburb or the parliament capital of Sri Lanka. “Kolamba” (Anglicised “Colombo”) is a Sinhalese word; meaning port, ferry, harbor or haven. Colombo’s cosmopolitan side supports ever-more stylish eateries, galleries and shops. Surprises abound: with a little exploration you’ll find great local food, characterful shops and tiny, convivial cafes. Meanwhile, a building boom like no other is transforming the city’s skyline.
Jetwing Sea, located on the buzzing beach strip of Negombo, is a contemporary coastal respite that blends the finest of tropical luxury with traditional Sri Lankan hospitality. The blue waters of our resident landscape have served as an inspiration to many. Be it as a calming escape, a lively respite, or an unexplored world, the sea is not only an integral element of Sri Lanka’s enchantment but also of our home, filled with coastal charms that extend an invitation to you. Jetwing Sea features three tiers of rooms spread across the four floors that look over the Indian Ocean. 53 Deluxe Rooms enjoy an equal amount of coastal sunshine with expansive private balconies for afternoon lounging at our home of Sri Lankan hospitality. As a unique pleasure of our hospitality, both the suites and the deluxe rooms also offer a magnificent view of the sea from their plush bathtubs.
Mark a perfect ending to the day at Dolphin Beach Resort, one of the best Kalpitiya beach hotels where you can experience the elegance of the endless sky and the ocean during sunset. Treat your loved ones with a romantic vacation at one of the best boutique hotels in Sri Lanka surrounded by sandy beaches and ravishing sceneries. The standard tents at Dolphin Beach Resort are 40 square meters (650 sq. ft approx.) and have a king-size double bed, a single sofa bed, verandah, can comfortably sleep 3, has its own en suite toilet with hot water shower or additionally an outdoor shower. If it’s rest and relaxation that you are looking for, your search ends at Dolphin Beach. The soothing throb of the mighty Indian Ocean and the gentle rustling of palm fronds, combine with unspoilt golden beaches make Dolphin Beach an oasis of paradise.
It is definitely another corner of Earth. Water, Trees, Animals, Birds, Insects and Reptiles, all these could be found in this “Other Corner”. Surrounded with Trees and serenaded by the birds and soothed by the running waters. Whether it is an intimate eco-holiday for two, a quiet time of introspection for one, nature lovers or the adventure junkies, The Other Corner caters to all with a myriad of accommodation types for seekers of bird and wildlife adventure resorts, nature lovers’ resorts, wildlife safari resorts, or simply an eco-friendly resort. This wilderness resort offers versatile ground floor Chalets complete with front and back patios to enjoy the vista, merely sit in quiet contemplation. Tree Cottages Built on an elevation of 7 feet with sleek wooden interiors and exteriors to resemble tree-house stays, the Tree Cottages ideally for twin occupancy blend in with the hues of the jungle making it a birder’s delight. The Main Lodge Built with a unique concept, The Lodge is 11 feet above ground level to eliminate the impact of encroaching on the natural trail of the elephants during the dry spell. This offers an ethical elephant experience of a spine-tingling view of these majestic beasts as they lumber along – a sight that cannot be experienced in any other nature resort in Habarana.
Located in the eastern coast of Sri Lanka, Trinco Blu is a four-star beachfront hotel. This hotel has a retro 70’s design with cut cement floors, bleached wooden decks and denim trimmings with a splash of orange, contrasting with the blue and white hues. Say hello to sunshiny days on the beach, by the sea, and of course in your whitewashed blue – mosaicked balconies, overlooking the deep blue sea. Once you’re here with Trinco Blu, stroll around, lunch by the Captain’s Deck and go for a little afternoon siesta in your aesthetically done up rooms. Located in the eastern coast of Sri Lanka, Trinco Blu is a four-star beachfront hotel.
You’re going to be in the lap of nature, we’re so glad to sense the excitement you’re filled with, to meet our wild neighbors. Yes, we’ve developed the sixth sense, living around the jungle. We’re hoping to greet you soon but chances are, a few of our untamed friends might meet you before us, as the path that you’ll pass to reach us is also the route they take for an evening walk. So, when you’re here for a break, for work, or for a celebration, your comfort becomes our priority. From the moment you check in, to every experience you have, our ambience and service blend in perfect harmony, creating a string of memorable moments for you. In fact, we set up romantic dinners on a deck, right by the lake, under a starry sky, and trust us it’s beautiful. You might even spot an elephant drinking water off the pool as you sip on your drink at the bar or you might find a herd of wild boar stroll by the pool while you lounge around. We’re friends, really. They drop by.
Embellished with the charms of immaculate beaches, lush coconut groves, and stunning oceanic vistas from all its abodes, Unawatuna Beach Resort & Spa is a premier amongst Unawatuna hotels! Being the first star-class and five-star hotel in Unawatuna, the property is composed of a wide array of exclusive accommodation options, bars, restaurants, boutiques, and entertainment hubs making it an idyllic destination to experience pure tropical bliss. Competitive best in class service, a multitude of exclusive accommodation options, idyllic location, a night club that is open to non-resident guests and a host of exclusive privileges. there are many reasons as to why you should book a stay at Araliya Beach Resort.
Cost per person on accommodation, Transport & Guide and Excursions would be USD 3,200/– Cost based on minimum 2 pax traveling
12 Days / 11 Nights
15 People
USD 1,600/-
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