Excursions
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Whale & dolphin watching
The ever smiling, mischievous dolphins will put on a show while some of the oldest and the largest sea creatures of Sri Lanka.
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Leopard
The Sri Lanka leopard is one of the eight known subspecies of leopard. Its coat is tawny or rusty yellow, stamped with dark spots and rosettes.
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Elephants
Sri Lankan elephants known as Aliya or Etaha (tusker) by locals are the most loved animal by Sri Lankans.
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Flora
Tropical rainforest covers much of the southwestern part of the island, where teak and ebony grow. Orchids abound in the lush forest.
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Turtle Watching
Olive Ridley Turtle, This is the most common of the turtle species visiting Sri Lankan shores. Olive Ridley turtles sometimes appear in large numbers.
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Bird Watching
The amazing abundance of over 400 varieties of birds in Sri Lanka is attributable to the tropical climate and wide range of natural habitats.
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Camping
The experience of sleeping under the stars surrounded by nature in one of the island.s national parks is second to none.
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Cycling & Mountain Biking
Traveling by bike, you get to see the best of the country with a level of intimacy unmatched by most other modes of travel.
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Diving & Snorkeling
The ocean around Sri Lanka whispers of tales bygone, ones of regal maritime visits, of bandits and pirates and journeys of explorers.
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Kayaking & Canoeing
With 103 rivers and a wealth of lagoons, reservoirs, swamps and ancient canals, opportunities to explore the island’s aquatic treasures.
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Surfing
The east coast’s Arugam Bay is the best –kept secret among serious surfers, through gaining popularity worldwide not only for its waves.
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Scuba Diving
The wide Bentota River separates the sandy beaches, restaurants and bars of Beruwala from the adjacent resorts of Bentota.
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White water rafting
After navigating the Virgin’s Breast, you move through another couple of rapids before hitting the Killer Fall.
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Hiking
Hiking and Trekking
Take a demanding trek high in the mountain rainforest of the Knuckles Range, and see the valuable spice.
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Boat Safari
Guided boat trip safaris at Bentota lagoon or at Koggala lagoon are popular among both locals and tourists in Sri Lanka.
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Golden Temple of Dambulla
A sacred pilgrimage site for 22 centuries, this cave monastery, with its five sanctuaries, is the largest in Sri Lanka.
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Old Town of Galle
Founded in the 16th century by the Portuguese, Galle reached the height of its development in the 18th century.
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Sacred City of Kandy
This sacred Buddhist site, popularly known as the city of Senkadagalapura, was the last capital of the Sinhala kings.
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Polonnaruwa
Polonnaruwa was the second capital of Sri Lanka after the destruction of Anuradhapura in 993.
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Horse Riding
Horse riding, which provides an elevated view of the countryside, is the best way to seek out Sri Lanka's hidden spots.
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Photography & Filming
KKVD has the the experience to put together for photography or filming programmes in Sri Lanka .
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Wedding & Honeymoon
There are varying styles of Sri Lankan wedding and these change in accordance with the region.
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Sea Plane & Helicopter Rides
Enjoy the freedom of flight, with a Helicopter or Sea Plane journey. In the world of travel, this gives you true empowerment.
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Ramayanaya
The events of the epic poem the Ramayana, which supposedly took place in Sri Lanka, have permeated the nation’s psyche.
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Golfing
Sri Lanka has 4 beautiful Golf courses although it is not very popular sport.
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Colombo Shopping
The state run-handicrafts emporium in Sri Lanka is called Laksala and has a number of branches all over the country.
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Ceylon Tea, Spices and Tea souvenirs
Take home a packet of world famous Ceylon Tea.
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Gems
Gemstones are the most sought after tourist item in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka has its high quality gems fit for royalty.
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Galle Shopping
Olanda:
At Olanda, you can chance upon some antique furniture. Retailers ship to anywhere in the world.
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Kandy Shopping
There are many shops in central Kandy selling antique jewelry and silver belts. Make sure that you bargain!
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Bentota Shopping
National Holiday Resort Complex is a good place to visit if you are looking for some specific bargains.
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Beruwala Shopping
There is a persistent beach sales force at work trying to sell you everything from doormats to leather goods.
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Negombo Shopping
Clothes, tea and knick-knacks are available you can also pick up some interesting jewelry.
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Nuwara Eliya Shopping
Given that the tea gardens literally surround the place one of the best souvenirs that you can get from Nuwara Eliya.
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Sigiriya Shopping
There are the usual tourist souvenir shops with a few worthwhile articles but make sure you bargain for every item that you buy.
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Handlooms & Bathik Items
Bathik items are some of the most popular buys in SL, its cheap, lightweight, easy to pack and carry.
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Nuwara Eliya Nightlife
The usual bars exist in the top hotels and as for dining, there are a few decent eateries where you can get a good meal.
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Negombo Nightlife
Definitely not the place for a wild and crazy night out, Negombo offers a few bars located on the Beach Road.
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Beruwela Nightlife
As such there is no nightlife in Beruwela. The beachfront has a few cafes which are reasonable enough and provide fresh seafood.
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Bentota Nightlife
If you are into dancing, then Ceysands, a floating discotheque located between the Bentota River and the sea, is ideal.
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Kandy Nightlife
Despite having the distinction of being the second largest-city in Sri Lanka after Colombo.
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Galle Nightlife
In the city of Galle the closest thing to nightlife can be found 10 km east of town at the Unawatuna Beach Resort.
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Colombo Nightlife
The kind of nightlife in the five-star hotels that can be found in most countries around the world.