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5 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviewsSpice garden tour with cooking class
Explore our 2.5-acre family spice garden in Ella with a guided tour of Sri Lanka’s spices and medicinal plants. Then enjoy a hands-on cooking class. Finally enjoy rice & curries.
4.83 out of 5 average rating, 6 reviewsPrivate jeep safari at Minneriya National Park
Best location to discover elephant habitats and village life exploration in Sri Lanka. Morning/evening safari with a wildlife expert to a national park as per the seasonal Elephant movements
5 out of 5 average rating, 17 reviewsCraft tea from leaf to cup with an artisan
Learn traditional processing techniques and indulge in a tasting of 10 rare tea varieties guided by a family-trained Sri Lankan tea maker.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 234 reviewsElla One Day Tour by Tuk-Tuk or Mini van
Little Adam’s peak, Nine Arches bridge, Demodara Loop, Tea Plantation/Factory, water falls
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 65 reviewsDiscover Disney's Monkey Kingdom
Meet the stars of Disney's Monkey Kingdom, learning about their behavior and ecology.
5 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviewsPrivate Jeep Safari with Elephant Expert
Discover wild elephants in Minneriya, Kaudulla or EcoPark on a private jeep safari. Note: The price mentioned includes only the jeep. Entrance tickets must be purchased separately at the park gate.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 68 reviewsHike to see sunrise
Hike to see stunning views of the Ella Gap and southern plains.
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 68 reviewsLocate rare loris under the stars
Join a night walk to spot these elusive nocturnal mammals in their natural habitat.
5 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviewsExplore Ella in deep- Tea, Culture & Hidden Places
Explore Ella's Tea Heritage, Hidden Nature, Culture and Local Life with a National Tourist Guide Lecturer
4.85 out of 5 average rating, 13 reviewsSurf soul camp
Enjoy an energetic surf session to suit your level and join in with our vibrant community.
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New place to stayAuthentic Village Experience with a Local Guide
Travel by tractor, bullock cart, catamaran and tuk tuk with a Hiriwadunna village host, then help prepare curry and share a traditional Sri Lankan lunch Please check meeting point & pickup details.
New place to stayUncover cave shrines with a culture guide
Step inside Dambulla rock temple caves, pause at a Matale Hindu kovil and handle leaves and roots in an ayurveda and spice plantation with a culture guide.
New place to stayHarvest and firewood cook in a village home
Pick vegetables in a Sigiriya village garden, simmer dhal and curry on a firewood stove, then take your seat to eat on banana leaf with a home cook.
New place to stayPrepare village curries with a home cook
Grind spices, simmer village-style curries and plate rice dishes alongside a Sri Lankan home cook, then sit down to your meal in a quiet rural setting. Note -Meet us our point.Free pickup in Habarana.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsFrom Sigiriya to Kandy Drop Tour
Walk Dambulla rock cave temple, wander a Sri Lankan spice and herbal village, and visit hillside shrines with a long-distance travel host.
5 out of 5 average rating, 2 reviewsAll in one Private Day Tour in Sigiriya
Stand in awe of the Sigiriya, wander through Local villages & Lifestyle. marvel at iconic Dambulla, hike up Pidurangala for a golden sunset after taking a mid-day break to rejuvenate your mind & Body.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsPolonnaruwa Private Guided Bicycle Tour
Pedal through centuries of royal history on a guided bicycle tour through the UNESCO Heritage site of Polonnaruwa. Scenic, Flat Trails: Enjoy smooth, effortless cycling along shady tree-lined paths
New place to stayUncover Night Forest Secrets with Slow Loris Tour
Begin at Rocco’s Veg Café with a warm drink and expert intro, then enter the forest after dark to discover Sri Lanka’s magical nocturnal wildlife.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsCook Sri Lankan Curry in a Local Home
Grind spices with a home cook, shop a local market, then sit down to rice, curry and sambols in a quiet garden home.
5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviewsElla Tea Making & Tasting Experience With Snacks
Join a hands-on tea-making experience in Ella. Pluck fresh tea leaves, follow the traditional process, and enjoy a tasting of Ceylon teas with lots of homemade Sri Lankan snacks.
