Things to Do

Sri Lanka is one of the islands rich in biodiversity which is great for boat riders. It gives you an insight to the life of the people living along the river bank and also a chance to see the unique growth of plantation and the biodiversity integrated around the river region. The most famous locations for a boat ride include Madu River in Balapitiya, Gal oya-which is the only wildlife national sanctuary which offers an opportunity to travel through boat and of course last but not least Muthurajawela.
Camping in Sri Lanka can be the best experience you can have while being close to nature. Amidst the scenic jungle location you have a chance to go for a rainforest camping which will allow you to get deeply absorbed in the sound of the water being closer to the fall. One can couple the camping expedition with other water activities such as water rafting, bird watching and trekking to waterfalls amongst others. You can have the same concept in a jungle safari too which is an equally thrilling experience. And you can hear the sound of the animals clearly since it is located right in heart of the jungle.
Sri Lanka is increasingly known as a whale and dolphin watching destination. To date, a remarkable 27 species have been recorded in these waters, including blue whales, sperm whales, Bryde’s whales and Cuvier’s beaked whales, plus numerous dolphin species including spinner, spotted, common, Risso’s and Fraser’s dolphins. Mariners have reported the presence of whales in Sri Lankan waters for centuries. Mirissa at the southern tip of the island, Kalpitiya in the north-west and Trincomalee to the north-east are the most famous places for whale and dolphin watching.
The experience of diving in the warm Indian Ocean can be fulfilled with your tour to Sri Lanka. With nearly 1600 km of palm-fringed coastline Sri Lanka provides an amazing dive destination. As Indian Ocean is home to a plenty of marine creatures, that will make your diving more interesting and valuable.
The elephant, who is considered as the biggest creature living on land can be easily found in Sri Lanka. A safari on an elephant's back will give you a rare opportunity to observe nature on being top of the elephant. Also, you can observe the lifestyle of elephants as well as other wild creatures. Other than the Pinnawala elephant orphanage, which is considered as the most visited place to see elephants by local and foreign tourists Yala, Udawalawe and Minneria national parks are the most prominent places to see elephants
White water rafting will make your tour an unforgettable one. Kitulgala is the most famous place for rafting in Sri Lanka. It will take about 45 minutes to 1.5 hours for a journey. There are no bad times or off seasons for rafting in Kitulgala. Safety jackets, helmets, and other safety measures are provided while first aid and river rescue are on stand by for the protection of tourists.
You will surely enjoy a walk in the hill country of Sri Lanka. Dense forests, waterfalls, foot paths, streams and paddy fields, add a unique beauty to the Country. Hiking and trekking in Sri Lanka will give you an opportunity to witness the beauty of the central highlands of the Island. Specially Hanthana mountain range, Knuckles mountain range, Belihul Oya, Ohiya, Nuwara Eliya, Sinharaja rain forest and North Central plains will be an amazing experience to gain.
Without boundaries the best way to enjoy the scenery is cycling. You can enjoy your ride through Country roads, footpaths and along the tea estates and paddy fields. You can easily observe the lifestyle, culture of Sri Lankans. And also you can visit rural villages through bikes. This will be perfect for the backpackers and small teams of youngsters who are curious about the lifestyles of Asians. Biking in central highlands will add a different experience to your tour.
In brief, windsurfing also known as Sailboarding. It is a water sport using a board powered by the force of the wind. A windsurfer uses his or her body as a conduit for the natural force of the wind which propels the board. There are many extensive water bodies that can be taken for wind surfing in Sri Lanka, such as Bentota, Tangalle, Arugam Bay and Unawatuna. It is one of the most famous sports which tourist comes to Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka is blessed with hundreds of rivers, reservoirs, ancient canals and lagoons,in which you can do Canoeing & Kayaking. This will allow you to explore the natural beauty of the landscapes because of the fascinating variety of fauna and flora, and also there are many things to watch while paddling. It's a really amazing view of surrounded mountains, bird life and vegetation. A trip with Belihul Oya, Kithulgala or Ella will give you a remarkable tour in your life