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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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Galle
A throwback to Dutch colonial life in its heyday, the house with its white columned façade appears much as it would have 250 years ago, but inside you step into the present day, with a new contemporary extension blending seamlessly into the old.
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 2nd September 2018
Last week’s launch of the new version of our Trip Planner is hotly followed by our new online Wedding Gift List this week, which uses the same platform. Our online Wedding Gift List enables you to create your ideal honeymoon to Sri Lanka and Maldives, and the itinerary acts as a list of voucher ideas for family and friends to purchase as wedding gifts. This week’s update launches the new online Wedding Gift List, advises of the annual closure of Yala National Park, concludes the Peoples of Sri Lanka series, and suggests first- or last-stop stays in Sri Lanka.
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Posted by John on 26th August 2018
The launch of the long anticipated new version of our Trip Planner has refreshed and updated the original for the mobile age. Based on Google Maps, the new Trip Planner may be accessed via mobile phones, tablets or laptops and enables you to create your own dream holiday to Sri Lanka and Maldives, wherever you are! This week’s update launches the beta release of our new Trip Planner, continues the Peoples of Sri Lanka series and offers accommodation options around Mirissa.
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Posted by John on 22nd July 2018
As if you need encouragement, this week’s update highlights 10 good reasons to visit Sri Lanka. Surrounded by the clear, warm waters of the Indian Ocean and skirted by palm-fringed tropical beaches, Sri Lanka has much to offer the discerning traveller, known to Arab traders as Serendib, hence "serendipity" meaning discovery by happy accident. I also continue our Peoples of Sri Lanka series and suggest accommodation alternatives around Yala National Park.
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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