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Sri Lanka 16 days Trip Code: HSL
Adventure Level
A
Cultural Discovery
Nature & Wildlife
GULF OF M ANNAR
SRi L ANK A
Dambulla Rock temple, nature walks & boat rides
Sigiriya Rock fortress
Primate Paradise
Track monkeys with a team of experts · See wild elephants in Yala National Park · Hold your breath for spectacular views at 'World's End'
Polonnaruwa Monkey tracking Kandy Hill country Nuwara Eliya
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Minuwangoda Colombo
Bandarawela Horton Plains walk
Tangalle
Tissamaharama Jeep safari into Yala NP
If you fancy trying something different, then this exciting itinerary is for you. In addition to seeing the best of what Sri Lanka has to offer, you'll also spend three days getting hands on at a primate conservation camp. Joining the researchers, you track monkeys in the ancient city of Polonnaruwa, observe their behaviour and learn all about valuable conservation work.
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Itinerary
transfer to a nearby hotel. Day 3 Dambulla Journey inland to Dambulla which will be your base for exploring the `dry zone' over the next few days. Day 4 Sigiriya Rock Today climb the steep pinnacle of Lion Rock at Sigiriya to reach its imposing summit fortress for spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. Day 5/6 Polonnaruwa Spend two days with Dr Wolfgang Dittus and his research team as you get `hands on' tracking monkeys in the ancient, ruined city of Polonnaruwa. Observe the behaviour of torque macaques and gray and purple-faced langurs and learn about the valuable conservation work that the team carry out.
Essentials
Day 7/8 Kandy Heading south to Kandy, Day 9/10 Nuwara Eliya & Horton Plains Arrive in `Little England' by train
you'll visit the Temple of the Tooth and the Dambulla cave temples. A physically undemanding yet busy trip with a mixture of wildlife, culture, activity and relaxation. The heat and humidity can be tiring and be prepared for a few long and winding road journeys. Activities 4WD safari, city tours, help at local projects, uncover ancient civilisations Transport Charter vehicle, boat, 4WD, train, bicycle, on foot Accommodation Hotels and guesthouses (12nts), basic lodge (2nts) Meals included 14 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 2 dinners
2012
Thur 29 Mar - Fri 13 Apr Sat 21 Jul - Sun 5 Aug Sat 18 Aug - Sun 2 Sep Sat 8 Sep - Sun 23 Sep Thur 13 Dec - Fri 28 Dec
With flights
Without flights
Day 1/2 Overnight flight to Colombo and
2013
£1,859 £1,919 £1,889 £1,889 £2,399
With flights
£1,249 £1,249 £1,249 £1,249 £1,549
Without flights
before visiting a tea factory and take a scenic walk across Horton Plains. Day 11/12 Yala NP Visit the Elephant Transit Home in time for feeding and take a jeep safari into the heart of the Yala National Park. Two days are spent unwinding by the beautiful Indian Ocean in tropical Tangalle. Day 15/16 Transfer back up the coast and spend the night in Minuwangoda before catching your flight home.
Sat 23 Mar - Sun 7 Apr Sat 27 Jul - Sun 11 Aug Sat 17 Aug - Sun 1 Sep Sat 7 Sep - Sun 22 Sep Sat 19 Oct - Sun 3 Nov Sat 14 Dec - Sun 29 Dec
£1,939 £2,059 £1,959 £1,959 £1,959 £2,489
£1,299 £1,389 £1,299 £1,299 £1,299 £1,629
Day 13/14 South coast beach stay
All elements in the itinerary are included, unless otherwise stated. Prices are per person and subject to change (see Booking Conditions p194). Single room option from £200. For insurance details see p193. Flights Indirect flights with Jet Airways from London. Flight schedules and preferred airlines can change.
The observation work you will carry out at the Primate Research Camp will be used to enable the team to develop their wildlife awareness and conservation programme within the local community in an effort to save the endangered purple-faced langur. In addition to this, The Adventure Company Foundation supports the Elephant Transit Home in Uda Walawe National Park with £5 for every person travelling to Sri Lanka. For more information about Hands On trips see p9
Polonnaruwa 134
Colombo Average Daily Max Temp °C 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 Average Monthly Rainfall (mm) 400 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 0 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Average Daily Hours of Sunshine 8 9 9 8 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 7
For more information call 0845 004 5023 or visit adventurecompany.co.uk/HSL
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