Chasing Waves: The Best Surf Beaches in Sri Lanka
The surf scene in Sri Lanka is friendly, full of waves, and always inviting. There are waves for every skill level and beaches for every mood in Sri Lanka, whether...
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How to See Leopards in Yala: A Guide to Sri Lanka’s Elusive Big Cat
The highest number of leopards on Earth can be found in Yala National Park, which is situated on the southeast coast of Sri Lanka. Slightly larger than their African...
Mirissa: Where Coconut Palms Meet the Sea
Mirissa is more than just a beach town; it's an emotion. An emotion made out of the flicker of a whale's tail at sunrise, the soft murmur of waves at night, and the...
Hiriketiya: Sri Lanka’s Horseshoe Bay of Bliss
Surfers love Hiriketiya for good reason. The left-hand break in the middle of the bay is thrilling for the more experienced but gentle enough for novices.
Elephant Rock & Peanut Farm: Hidden Beach Escapes near Arugam Bay
Hiking up Elephant Rock for sunrise is for early-birds, if you're willing to start early. A little, uncrowded surf break just below the rock, performs best during the...
Kanneliya Forest Reserve: Sri Lanka’s Quiet Emerald Secret
Kanneliya Rainforest is a hidden treasure in southern Sri Lanka—less crowded, just as magical, and definitely worth the trip.
Panama Lagoon: Sri Lanka’s Wild and Peaceful Hideaway
Panama Lagoon is where wild nature and complete peace meet whether your activity is paddling across calm waters at sunrise, observing elephants graze close to the shore.
Kumana National Park: Sri Lanka’s Untamed Eastern Wilderness
Kumana is quieter, wilder, and most importantly fulfilling for those who enjoy nature at its most unspoiled.
Sinharaja Forest Reserve: Where Sri Lanka’s Wild Heart Still Beats
Sinharaja ( Sinha -lion / Raaja-king) is probably the last stretch of main tropical rainforests left in Sri Lanka.
Arugam Bay: The Laid-Back Surf Town You’ll Never Want to Leave
Arugam Bay has an unusual sort of magic - Easygoing, sun-soaked, and bursting with character, Arugam Bay (or \\"A-Bay, as most call it).
Nilaveli Beach: Where Time Slows Down on Sri Lanka’s East Coast
Nilaveli is a breath of fresh air for those who enjoy coastline peace and somewhat slower travel, you will find space—endless space, calm blue waves, and a quiet rhythm...
Pigeon Island National Park: A Snorkeler’s Dream Off the Coast of Trincomalee
Pigeon Island, one of the few maritime national parks in Sri Lanka, is named after the blue rock pigeons that nest here.