Serene Adventure on a Traditional Catamaran

Explore beautiful Hikkaduwa Lake in a kayak or canoe, an Eco-friendly way to get closer to the incredible variety of wildlife on our doorstep. With our own private lake front, there’s no better way to combine adventure and exercise. As you weave though mangroves, glide past islands of cinnamon trees and wave at fishermen, look out for giant leathery water monitors, fruit bats, flying fish, majestic eagles, peacocks and aqua-feathered kingfishers, to name just a few of the many animals with which we share our lake. If you would prefer to go out on a boat with a guide, we can organize that too.

Experiences

Lifestyles, Cultures and Crafts

Try your hand at Sri Lankan lacquer-work painting – ‘laaksha’ – an art the dates back over a thousand years, to a time when the ancient city of Anuradhapura’s kings ruled over the island.
Come face-to-face with Sri Lanka’s gentle giant sea turtles and lend a hand to local conservationists working to protect them from extinction.
A visit to the workshop of a celebrated local wooden mask-carver – famed for his elaborate depictions of royalty – is truly a must.
Visit a working cinnamon plantation to see the fascinating process of manufacturing the sweet rolls of bark that flavor island life and fill the world’s spice cupboards.
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