Hot air balloon flight
Vacationing in Sri Lanka, you can get a lot of new experiences and admire the incredible beauty of the island from a bird’s eye view A hot air balloon is organized in the Kandalam/Dambulla area. Balloon pilots have a flight license issued by the Sri Lanka Civil Aviation Authority. During the flight, an experienced ground crew follows the course of the balloon in a jeep, constantly maintaining radio contact with the pilot. Hot air balloon flights depend directly on weather conditions and are organized, as a rule, in the early morning (from 05:45-06:00).The season for flights is from October to April, when light winds and little rain blow. The balloon basket holds 4 passengers. The flight duration is 1 hour. A traditional glass of champagne completes the flight.
Helicopter tour
The opportunity to take a helicopter ride has appeared quite recently. This is a very expensive entertainment, but those who want to are still there. The helicopter base is located at Rathmalana Airport, Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia (departures are also possible from Bentota, Koggala, Negombo). From here, you can fly to almost anywhere in the country. The maximum allowed number of tourists in the cabin of one helicopter is four people. The most popular excursion to Sigiriya will cost $1,710 per helicopter.
Fishing
Rafting on mountain rivers, also known as rafting, is carried out on the Kelaniya Ganga River, in the Kitulgala area, depends on the water level during the rainy season. Rafting is an opportunity to admire the mountainous landscapes of the island from the river, enjoy the delight after passing the rapids and feel the feeling of the elbow of your comrades. The rafting distance of the Kelaniya Ganga is simple, six short rapids are separated by sections with a calm current. The rafts are six-seater, operated by Sri Lankan guides. All necessary equipment is provided on site, the rafting takes about an hour.
Safari
The word trekking is borrowed from English and means hiking over rough terrain. For people who are actively engaged in it, trekking is of great importance. It’s a kind of philosophy. As a rule, a trekking day is full of unforgettable events and incredible adventures. Usually, the duration of transitions during the day is five to seven hours. It just seems like a lot. In fact, the travel time flies by unnoticed. After all, every moment you discover something new in nature: new colors, sounds, observe the life of previously unknown birds and the splendor of the plant world.
Sri Lanka is rich in hiking trails. Moreover, it may be a little difficult for an unprepared person. There are attractions on the island, which can only be reached by overcoming eleven kilometers of continuous steps. Few people can just walk such a distance, but here they still have to climb the mountain. We are talking about Adam’s Peak, a holy place for representatives of all religions, since according to legend, Adam descended from this mountain after his expulsion from paradise. A small temple was built on its top, which houses the imprint of his foot in stone. Other interesting trekking routes: Hike to the Horton Plateau (to the “End of the World” ledge), Hike to Nuwara Eliya tea plantations, hike to Ella.
Whale watching.
Sri Lanka attracts divers all over the world with a variety of corals, marine life with unusual names and species (angelfish, Moorish idols, parrot fish), dolphins and whale sharks, which can be seen from March to April. But the main feature of diving in Sri Lanka is visiting underwater rocks, grottoes and sunken ships. About 20 lost ships of the 19th and 20th centuries at depths from 8 to 30 m are open for inspection. These are tankers, steamships, bulk carriers, merchant ships and even a modern cargo ship. Many of them are well preserved. Dive centers located on the southwestern coast, in the resorts of Bentota, Beruvela, Negombo, Unawatuna, Veligama, Hikkaduwa are open from October to April. The dive centers of the northeast coast are open from March to October.
Surfing
Riding waves using special boards. Surfers have chosen many areas of Sri Lanka. The picturesque landscape, the relaxed atmosphere of the resort and, of course, the good high waves make the island ideal for practicing this sport.In summer, May-October in Arugam Bay, Mirissa and in winter, October-April in the Hikkaduwa area.
Windsurfing
Riding the waves with a board equipped with a sail. This sport can be practiced in Negombo, Trincomalee, Bentota. The equipment is rented at specialized rental points. Some hotels specialize in windsurfing and offer tourists all the necessary equipment. The gathering place for experienced athletes was Arugam Bay.
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