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A Very Lankan Adventure
[Sri Lanka ]
New Tour - Departing September 2nd for 13 nights.
This trip is for people who truly love adventure, both the comfortable and challenging parts. It is also for people who would like to experience Sri Lanka in depth hassle free - it’s the tour for “not tour people”. There are plenty of activities mixed with time to relax and absorb the wonderful vibe of Sri Lanka.
The tour is for 13 days and will start in Negombo on 2nd September 2023. We will visit Hapatule, Trincomolee, Sigirya, Anuradapura, Kandy, and The Knuckles ranges.
Whats included?
13 nights twin share, with a single supplement available.
All scheduled meals, authentic Sri Lankan, with places well off the tourist trail.
Comfortable air-conditioned van with a local (and lovely) driver
Generous tips to our local helpers (this ensures the best service and experience)
All entrance fees and tickets (excluding optional safari which will be AU$150)
All the while, eating in amazing roadside food stalls. You will get to sample colourful local delicacies, fruit and plenty of fresh coconuts. You will meet the most beautiful and warmest people – who all love to chat and seeing colour and smiles everywhere. This trip will suit new yogis, non-yogis, experienced yogis and curious travellers, couples and smalls groups of friends.
Tour highlights
Sunrises at the beach and in the mountains with monks chanting coming up from the valley
Moody vibes at sunset on top of The Rock Castle Sigirya and at the birthplace of Buddhism, Mihinitale
Feeling BIG at the top of the Knuckles ranges and ALIVE on the most beautiful train ride in the world
A pot of tea delivered during a hike through a tea plantation, followed by freshly home cooked rice and curry
A peaceful bike ride through the back roads of ancient Anuradhapura, past lotus filled lakes and plenty of smiling faces
A special morning spent in a forest monastery just being, relaxing, meditating and chatting with new local friends
Feeling tingly after fresh coconut toddy
Sensational local food, fresh juices and dreamy massages
and YOGA by the river, under the full moon, on the beach, in the shadows of a stupa, in the clouds, on a mountain and in a forest monastery
Your Guides
Indika is one of Sri Lanka’s top tour leaders. He recently won the bronze award in the Wanderlust World Guide Award. He will guide you through all of the cultural and natural wonders Sri Lanka has to offer. Katie has been teaching yoga for 10 years, and has been touring Sri Lanka for 4 years. They are both following their dreams and knew when they met they were kindred spirits with something special to share. On this tour you will enjoy watching life unfold gently through Yoga, Buddhism and exploring Sri Lanka.
On Booking
Full cost is $2,900 and an $850 non-refundable deposit is required to secure you spot
Arrange your travel insurance as soon as we have confirmed your booking
Arrange an e-visa two months before you leave from www.eta.gov.lk
Its always good to consult your GP to see if you need any special vaccinations
Sacred City of Anuradhapura Yoga Retreat
[Sri Lanka]
An in-depth exploration of the 'Cradle of Buddhist Civilisation" in Sri Lanka
Next tour TBA
This June Katie’s Wild Yoga and Indies Adventures will be hosting a Yoga, Buddhist, and Cultural immersion (retreat) in Anuradhapura. We have chosen Anuradhapura because it is a treasure trove of mystical experiences. It's a site of historical and spiritual significance to Buddhist pilgrims and Sri Lanka. And Anuradhapura is the hometown of Indika, our expert guide and Buddhism teacher; who grew up with this mysterious city as his playground. This retreat is perfect for anyone curious about Yoga, Buddhism and the culture and history of Sri Lanka.
Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura is the ancient capital of Sri Lanka and is considered sacred in the Buddhist world. It is known as the 'cradle of Sinhalese Buddhist civilisation'. Established around a cutting from the 'tree of enlightenment' - the Buddha's Bodhi Tree, it's a labyrinth of sprawling ruins of enormous dagobas (brick stupas), ancient pools, crumbling temples, and historic monasteries. Hidden under dense jungle for many years this ancient city is now accessible and able to be explored, (lucky us).
Accomodation & Activities
Our accommodation will be in a locally owned and built guesthouse. The guesthouse has been built slowly, one room at a time, and is now a friendly, comfortable, refreshing little oasis out of town, with a pool and lake view. We will practice yoga and meditation every day on the neat lawns of our accommodation, in a forest monastery, on the grounds of an ancient stupa and other exciting places we can find. We will cycle on the back roads through lotus filled lakes and villages. We will enjoy local music and a cooking lesson, fill up with mouth-watering Sri Lankan curry, chopped roti and hoppers. Then enjoy the moody vibes of the temples at night and rock caves that still bear the remnants of the daily lives of monks thousands of years ago. You will also have plenty of time to relax by the pool or wander the villages.
Your Guides
Your guide Indika has been hosting tours for a leading Australian company, and for himself for almost ten years. He recently won the bronze award in the Wanderlust World Guide Award and scored a trip to London to receive his prize. Indika is proud that Anuradhapura is his home town; he is excited to show you around! Katie has been teaching, studying, and practising yoga for ten years and taking folks on regular yoga escapes for the last four years. Her love for Sri Lanka and Yoga will shine through.
Whats included?
Airport pick-up and one night twin share accommodation in Negombo
Seven nights own room accommodation in Anuradhapura
All meals, delicious Sri Lankan (please advise of any dietary requirements)
All transport, including airport drop off for the trip home
Temple visits, cycling and cultural activities
Daily yoga classes and meditation
On Booking
You will need to pay $500 non-refundable deposit
Arrange your travel insurance as soon as we have confirmed your booking
Arrange an e-visa two months before you leave from www.eta.gov.lk
Its always good to consult your GP to see if you need any special vaccinations
Flights and departures
Plan to arrive at Colombo airport.
There is Yoga twice a day, everyday.
* A two week tour option is available.
