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Sri Lanka boasts of one of the highest rates of biological endemism in the world | Travel Plan and budget added

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Wildlife Despite its small size Sri Lanka boasts of one of the highest rates of biological endemism in the world whether in plants or animals and is included among the top five biodiversity hotspots in the world. Of the ninety-one species of mammals found in Sri Lanka Asian elephants, sloth bear, leopards, sambar and wild buffaloes engage the majority of the attention of wildlife enthusiast. Yet the rarest mammals of Sri Lanka are the red slender Loris, Toque Macaque, and Purple-faced Langur, who according to IUCN clarifications are endangered due to habitat loss. Meanwhile, the ocean around Sri Lanka is home to large families of cetaceans including the mighty blue whales, sperm whales and lively dolphins. Altogether 26 species of cetaceans rule the waters surrounding the country, making it one of the best locations for whale and dolphin watching.  Despite the mighty elephants and rare amphibians found in the country birds are the glory of Sri Lanka’s wildlife. Boasting nearly 433 ...
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Diyaluma Falls in Sri Lanka

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  A t the peak of Diyaluma Falls in Sri Lanka, you will find a serene natural infinity pool overlooking a 772-foot (220-metre) waterfall. Located near the town of Koslanda in the Badulla District, the waterfall is the second-largest in Sri Lanka, making it a must-see attraction for explorers visiting the heart of the Indian Ocean. Diyaluma Falls is formed from the Pungala Oya, a Sri Lankan river that runs 427m (1,401ft) above sea level. Up the river, a whole host of spectacular smaller falls can be found, but Diyaluma is the one you don’t want to miss. The Diyaluma folktale The horsetail waterfall is the setting for a tragedy in a local fable in which a chief was wrongly exiled from his clan into the highlands. The man wanted to rejoin his tribe but all the entrances to the region were guarded, so he used a rope to climb down the cliff. As he climbed down, the man slipped on one of the rocks and fell to his death. Filled with empathy for the man, the gods created a torrent of water...
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Nilaweli Beach Sri Lanka

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S trolling along the Nilaveli Beach’s stretch of golden sand and azure waters that goes for more than a kilometre allows you to reflect on the exotic beauty of the country, while also partaking in some exhilarating water sports. The beach is known for being a hub for scuba diving, snorkelling, fishing, and, of course, swimming. In addition to the many water sports activities, you could also partake in an excursion to the Pigeon Island National Park that is a short boat ride away. You could easily immerse yourself in the rare and endemic marine life around the island. For your inquiries Like me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/Srilankaguidedtours WhatsApp Me +94755370589  
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Sri Lanka Active Adventure - 9 Days

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  Highlights Climb 1,200 steps for Sri Lanka's most famous archaeological site See Buddhist relics, statues, and paintings at Temple of the Tooth Hike along beautiful trails in the rainforest and central highlands Stay in authentic cities and towns like Kandy, Sigiriya, and Ella Swim or surf in the historic, yet hip, enclave of Galle to finish the trip Brief Itinerary Day Highlights Overnight Day 1 Arrive in Colombo - Transfer to Sigiriya Sigiriya Day 2 Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Pindurangala Rock Sigiriya Day 3 Visit Dambulla Caves - Transfer to Kandy Kandy Day 4 Explore Kandy & the Temple of the Tooth - Train to Ella Ella Day 5 Hike in Ella Ella Day 6 Hike in Sinharaja Rainforest Reserve Sinharaja Day 7 Transfer to Galle - Galle Fort Tour Galle Day 8 Free Day in Galle Galle Day 9 Transfer to Colombo Airport - Depart Colombo   Detailed Itinerary Day 1: Arrive in Colombo - Transfer to Sigiriya Typical scenery along the route to Sigiriya Welcome to Sri Lanka! Upon a...
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Cultural Triangle and the East Coast of Sri Lanka - 13 Days

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  Highlights Ride colorful tuk-tuks through the Sri Lankan countryside Explore Negombo's mash-up of colonial and local architecture Visit the resplendent ruins of Polonnaruwa Climb Lion's Rock - a proposed 8th wonder of the world Visit bustling Kandy with its famous temple Brief Itinerary Day Highlights Overnight Day 1 Negombo Negombo Day 2 Negombo Negombo Day 3 Negombo - Anuradhapura Anuradhapura Day 4 Anuradhapura - Mihintale - Sigiriya Sigiriya Day 5 Sigiriya Sigiriya Day 6 Sigiriya - Polonnaruwa - Pasikudah Pasikudah Days 7 - 9 Pasikudah Pasikudah Day 10 Pasikudah - Dambulla - Kandy Kandy Day 11 Kandy Kandy Day 12 Kandy - Colombo Colombo Day 13 Departure   Detailed Itinerary Day 1: Negombo Negombo Welcome to  Negombo  — a fishing town with a fascinating past full of skirmishes between the British, Dutch, and Portuguese, and a thriving spice trade focused around cinnamon. Today, the town is a mix of cultures and religions, with Catholic churches and local tra...
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