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Sri Lanka is a lush, tropical island paradise, known to Arab traders as Serendib - hence "serendipity", meaning discovery by happy accident - and famously described by Marco Polo as "undoubtedly the finest island of its size in the world".
Culturally rich and environmentally diverse, Sri Lanka boasts eight World Heritage Sites (the oldest dating back to the 3rd Century BC), 86 species of mammals (including elephants and leopards), more than 400 bird species (including 26 endemics), a colourful array of flowering plants and trees, a Hill Country famous for tea and trekking, 14 National Parks out of 100 areas protected by the government, and 1600 km of Indian Ocean coastline offering palm-fringed and sun-drenched tropical beaches.
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Each region of Sri Lanka has something unique to offer. Get a better understanding of this beautiful island paradise by exploring each region, and the major sites and cities within them.
Find out which activities each region has on offer, whether it's exploring ancient temples, spotting exotic wildlife or simply relaxing on a palm-fringed tropical beach.
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Gal Oya
Luxury wildlife lodge constructed from locally-sourced, natural materials and spread over 8 hectares of private forest with a wonderful mountain backdrop close to the country’s largest lake. Gal Oya Lodge is an intimate retreat pioneering environmentally responsible tourism in a new frontier of the island’s burgeoning wildlife sector.
More AccommodationThere is so much to do during your visit to Sri Lanka that it may be hard to know where to start. We have put together some taster itineraries for you to see the range of accommodation and activities available on the island. You may like to use them as a starting point to plan your very own trip, or we can do it all for you if you prefer - the choice is yours!
Posted by John on 17th June 2018
Tikalanka is truly the Sri Lanka specialist since we offer holidays to Sri Lanka and Maldives only. But why? Many of our customers question the rationale for arranging holidays to just two countries, whereas we see it as a positive choice and affirmation of our passion for Sri Lanka. This is borne from our origins – a chance meeting of similar minds across different cultures. This week’s update champions Tikalanka as the Sri Lanka tailor-made holidays specialist, continues the daily life series and recommends places to stay in Colombo.
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Posted by John on 20th May 2018
With the Royal wedding done and dusted, I turn to the wedding ceremony fit for kings and queens in Sri Lanka. The nuptial event is a grand and lavish occasion for most couples on the island, from the faux regalia of the last Sinhalese sovereigns to the lengthy guest list to dwarf even Harry and Meghan’s invitees! This week’s update details the traditional Buddhist Sinhalese marriage arrangements and wedding ceremony, showcases weddings in Sri Lanka by Tikalanka, continues our day in a life series, and offers accommodation options around Tangalle.
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Posted by John on 13th May 2018
Tipping seems to be fraught with anxiety and doubt amongst our mostly British clientele. Sri Lanka has an inherent tipping culture and commissions are widespread and, as a foreign visitor, you will be ‘expected’ to offer generous gratuities to all and sundry, regardless of whether it is deserved or not. This week’s update discusses tipping, touts and conmen, continues with our daily life series, and recommends beachside resorts in Passikudah on the east coast.
Read more »“We’d like to say a big thank you to you, John, for introducing us to Sri Lanka and helping us plan an itinerary which gave us exactly what we wanted. Great balance of exploration and rest!”
Buckingham family, travelled to Sri Lanka August/September 2015
“Really special trip - great balance of relaxing, exploring, history, religion, animals and beach! Just what we wanted. Thank you.”
Matthew & Heidi, travelled to Sri Lanka April/May 2015
“We are very impressed with Tikalanka and would definitely use you again, and recommend you to others. ”
Janet & Robert, travelled to Sri Lanka March/April 2016
“We are just incredibly pleased that we chose Sri Lanka and Tikalanka for our wedding holiday. THANK YOU TIKALANKA - keep doing what you do - it is superb.”
Gemma & Stephen, travelled to Sri Lanka January/February 2010
“Smooth organisation, good guide, good value for money.”
Sue & Janet, travelled to Sri Lanka December 2014/January 2015
“We had a wonderful time and would recommend Tikalanka to anyone wishing to holiday in Sri Lanka. Thank you!”
Peter & Marcia, travelled to Sri Lanka in March 2016
“Thank you, John, for your part in organising such a fabulous holiday. It was great to have you at the end of the phone at the planning stage.”
Trish & Roger, travelled to Sri Lanka November/December 2015
“I would absolutely recommend Tikalanka to anyone travelling to Sri Lanka in the future.”
Jerrine & Fraser, travelled to Sri Lanka August 2017
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