From Sigiriya's ancient fortress to Mirissa's whale-filled ocean — explore every extraordinary corner of Sri Lanka.
Ancient Site
A 5th-century fortress rising 200m from the jungle floor. Climb past ancient frescoes and the Lion's Gate to sweeping 360° views across the island.
Culture
Sri Lanka's cultural heart and home to the sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha. Set beside a serene lake, it's a city of ceremony, tradition, and Kandyan dance.
Highlands
A charming hilltop village with the iconic Nine Arches Bridge and emerald tea estates. Also the endpoint of the world's most scenic train ride from Kandy.
Beach
A crescent-shaped paradise famous for world-class blue whale watching, surf breaks, and the freshest seafood on the island. Best November to April.
Historic Fort
A perfectly preserved Dutch colonial fort by the sea. Boutique hotels, art galleries, cobblestone streets, and ocean-facing ramparts make this Sri Lanka's most atmospheric town.
Wildlife
The world's highest density of leopards. Plus elephants, sloth bears, crocodiles, and 215 bird species. Sri Lanka's premier wildlife destination.
Wildlife
Home to "The Gathering" — one of the world's largest wild elephant assemblies, with hundreds congregating around the ancient tank each August–October.
Highlands
Sri Lanka's highest town and the heart of Ceylon tea country. Colonial bungalows, rose gardens, mist-draped hills, and endless emerald tea estates.
Beach
Crystal-clear Pigeon Island for snorkelling, Nilaveli's white sand beaches, and one of the world's finest natural harbours. Best May–September.
Marine
Mirissa is one of the world's best places to see the largest animals ever to have lived on earth — blue whales. Best November to April at sunrise.
Highlands
A UNESCO World Heritage biosphere of mist-covered peaks, waterfalls, and endemic wildlife. The best trekking destination in Sri Lanka for those who love the outdoors.
Adventure
Drift silently over Sigiriya's ancient jungle and rock fortress at sunrise. One of Asia's most spectacular hot air balloon experiences — available October to April.