White Water Rafting is a Challenging Recreational Activity and an Exhilarating Water Sport. Yet contrary to the public belief, White Water Rafting is not a sport that demands great physical strength. An average level of physical fitness and a strong spirit would do. White Water Rafting, generally enjoyed in the white-waters as well as in other turbulent waters, brings about an enthralling experience to the water sport enthusiasts. Experience White Water Rafting in the picturesque Kelani River, covering 5 major rapids and 4 minor rapids. This activity is for anyone above the age of 10 years with safety gear, modern rafts, and a comprehensive safety briefing will be given by our white water rafting instructors beforehand. The distance covered is around 5 km. The river and its surrounding will make you feel enchanted, with a memorable experience during your White Water Rafting Tour. The small town of Kitulgala in the hill country is the most famous place in Sri Lanka to do so.

Sri Lanka with its beautiful Sun-Kissed Beaches is a traveller’s paradise. You may enjoy the idyllic golden sunsets of the Indian Ocean across these beaches but if you are also a water sports enthusiast, Sri Lanka has much to offer. What makes this country special is that it offers a variety of beaches in sync with your windsurfing skills. From a beginner to an expert just about everyone can find their ideal windsurfing and kitesurfing expedition destinations. Top Windsurfing and Kitesurfing destinations are Kalpitiya, Negombo, Bentota, Hikkaduwa, Unawatuna, Weligama, Mirissa, Tangalle, Dickwella and Arugam Bay.

For the keen trekker, there is a plethora of opportunities awaiting in Sri Lanka’s diverse and luscious hill country. The beautiful area of Haputale, located in the Hill Country of Sri Lanka, provides a base from which to try out a wide variety of hiking and trekking tours through jungle, across tea estates and up mountains. The river and numerous waterfalls in Sri Lanka are another key attraction that allows hikers and trekkers to enjoy a refreshing dip en-route! In the same area the Horton Plains National Park offers some excellent hikes in an unusual environment, characterised by forest patches, grasslands and some high-altitude vegetation. Highlights include the dramatic 880 metre drop at World’s End and the beautiful Baker’s Falls. When climbing the famous Adam’s Peak Wilderness Sanctuary, its best to begin your ascent at night in order to arrive at the top in time for a Magical Sunrise when the mystical shadow of the peak is perfectly cast across the clouds. It is one of those truly unique moments that will live on in your memory long after the aches and pains from the hiking have gone! The attractive area of Bandarawela, in Sri Lanka’s mountainous terrain and the nearby town of Ella are renowned for their many walks, including Little Adam’s Peak, Ella Rock and the Namunukula Mountain Range. If you’re in the Kandy vicinity, don’t miss out on exploring the beautiful Knuckles Mountain Range. The region stretches an impressive 155 sq. km, with five major forest formations, a wide variety of rare and endemic flora and fauna and some breathtaking mountain scenery. It is a real paradise for hikers, offering numerous trails that journey across clear rivers, through dense forests, past flowing waterfalls and lush tea plantations and alongside terraced paddy fields and colourful Kandyan home gardens. A hiking tour in Sri Lanka wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the fascinating Sinharaja Rain Forest where a variety of trails can be tailor-made to meet the specific interests/fitness levels of the group.

Sri Lanka is globally renowned as an incredible place for World-Class Snorkeling and Diving. Enclosed by a beautiful palm-rimmed coastline, there are many diving sites which provide spectacular sights ranging from abundant species of tropical fish, magnificently colourful coral reefs and breathtaking ship wrecks making this tiny island a perfect destination for a memorable holiday to Sri Lanka!

East Coast

The East Coast is known to be calmer and more tranquil than the West. Most towns still show war-torn and Tsunami-battered attributes, however they are slowly being developed and gaining their lost beauty once again. The sea on the East Coast is best for Snorkeling and Scuba Diving from the months of May to October.

Trincomalee/ Nilaveli

Trincomalee and Nilaveli are located on the East Coast known for their wide serene stretches of white sandy beaches which slope gently into the clear blue waters of the Indian Ocean. The sea in this area is calm and crystal clear, ideal for snorkeling and scuba diving. Pigeon Island, floating a few kilometers away from the coast is a very small island, covered completely with pure-white coral, which offers breathtaking underwater scenes of more coral, tropical fish and other forms of marine life.

West Coast

The West Coast is slightly rougher and more dynamic than the East. Most towns are developed and have most necessities required for tourism in which it thrives. The beaches are palm-rimmed, golden stretches and they are well known for Spectacular Sunsets. The sea on the West Coast is best for Snorkeling and Scuba Diving from the months of November to April.

Hikkaduwa/ Unawatuna

Hikkaduwa and Unawatuna are the two best known locations on the West Coast that offer excellent Snorkeling and Diving experiences. An expanse of brilliant coral in every size, colour and formation which is inhabited by vividly coloured fish can be seen through crystal clear water no more than four meters deep. This coral sanctuary is a large shallow area enclosed by a renowned reef which is protected, so snorkeling is the most environmentally friendly way of enjoying the wonders beneath the gentle crashing waves. Scuba divers are treated with unique rock formations, abundant marine life and ship wrecks further out from the shore.

Kalpitiya

Kalpitiya is an untouched stretch of beautiful beach which offers remarkable Snorkeling and Scuba Diving. The Largest Coral Reef in Sri Lanka, the Bar Reef is just an hour’s boat ride away from the coast. This breathtakingly beautiful reef is home to numerous species of tropical fish including manta rays, sharks, turtles and other forms of marine life protected by colourful layers or coral. Further out is Turtle Point Lodge which consists of two underwater ridges, and the beautiful Pearl Banks which is a protected home to rare pearl oyster and various other forms of marine life. Both spots are perfect for scuba diving opportunities. The underwater currents here are rather faint making snorkeling and diving safe and pleasant activities.

*All underwater activities are conducted by well-trained and experienced UDI and PADI instructors to ensure your absolute safety and enjoyment.

Enjoying the view of a stunning waterfall is already amazing but abseiling takes this adventure far beyond the limits of a normal sightseeing of a tourist. The intense and powerful feeling of the water combined with the fact that you are hanging on a rope and that there is nothing but water beneath and above, will give adrenalin push like you have never experienced before. Waterfall Abseiling is an ideal adventure activity to test your confidence. Sandun Ella is a 105ft. tall beautiful waterfall with an almost vertical drop. Based in the Kitulgala highland area, the waterfall is ideal for many adventure sport activities. Waterfall abseiling, or Waterfall Rappelling as it is also called, is a sport where you descend from the top of the fall using ropes passed through carabiners and secured at the top. The descent is controlled entirely by you. So a judicious use of your legs and the ropes is necessary to complete abseiling the waterfall. Starting from the top of the waterfall giving you a panoramic view of the mountains and rain forests where you will also have to hike to get to the top of the waterfall. You will be enjoying climbing down the waterfall. The misty spray in your eyes, the stress of knowing that danger lurks in every misstep you may make and the deep mysterious jungle all combine to make this experience memorable for life. The triumph you feel after the adrenaline rush when you get the top sends you a blast of endorphins that will leave you happy and self-confident for weeks.

Deep Sea fishing is a great adventure sport if you are keen on spending a few hours at sea. Since Sri Lanka is surrounded by the deep blue waters of the Indian Ocean, it offers travellers’ ample room for various water sports activities including deep sea fishing.

This activity is a form of angling that requires deep waters and is usually taken place further away from land. If you are going on a deep sea fishing expedition, the water depth should be at least 30 meters. Deep sea fishing is also called Big Game Fishing, Boat Fishing and even Sport Fishing.

Deep sea fishing is also quite different from normal fishing expeditions. Taking your boat further away from land means that you will be in deep waters filled with big game fish such as tuna, sharks, swordfish and even marlin. You will certainly not come across these species closer to the coastline since they feed and reproduce in these deep ocean waters.

This adventure activity is relatively out of the limelight when compared with water sports such as surfing. However, there are a number of opportunities that are available for enthusiasts to explore these deep waters. The best season for sport fishing along the Western and South Eastern Coast is usually from August to May when the deep seas are much calmer.