Few places in the world can offer families such an extraordinary combination of stunning scenery, pristine beaches, captivating cultural heritage and unique wildlife experiences in such a compact place as the island of Sri Lanka.
There are eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, more than 800 miles of coastline (much of it of pristine beaches), 15 national parks showcasing abundant wildlife, miles of lush tea plantations and botanical gardens, 350 waterfalls and a culture that dates back more than 2500 years. .
Sri Lanka, a teardrop-shaped island in the Indian Ocean, lies to the south of India and is a stone’s throw from the Maldives. This part of Asia is where the original soul of Buddhism still flourishes and where nature and wildlife are abundant and untouched.
Family trip in Sri Lanka: first stop
Begin your journey in Anuradhapura, which is considered to be the original capital of Sri Lanka. Rich in culture and history, it is home to ancient temple ruins, some of the world’s largest stupas, and palaces dating back to the 10th century BC. Anuradhapura is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
On your way to see the sights of Anuradhapura, stop to see the architectural wonder of Sigiriya Rock Fortress, the impressive citadel built by the rebel king Kashyapa. Gardens, bathing pools, rock carvings and a palace perched on the majestic rock, as well as colorful frescoes on the rock walls are the highlights of this historic site.
Famous for its annual elephant gathering, one of the largest recorded elephant assemblies in the world, Minneriya National Park is teeming with wildlife and is not to be missed.
Wilpattu National Park is the place to go to see Sri Lankan elephants, the elusive leopards, sloth bears, spotted deer, buffalo, sambar, mongoose and more than 30 species of animals, exotic birds, reptiles and amphibians. The park is spread over an area of approximately 500 square miles.
Uga Ulagalla caters to families.
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Spend several nights in Uga Ulagalla allows day trips to various sites, including a bike tour of the ancient capital Anuradhapura; wildlife safaris to witness elephants at Minneriya and leopards at Wilpattu; tours of ancient engineering marvels like the giant Kalawewa Reservoir; exploration of the ruins at Ritigala and Sigiriya Rock Fortress, and of archaeological and historical sites at Dambulla and Polonnaruwa.
Uga Ulagalla attracts families because it has 25 large villas, nearly 2,000 square feet, each with its own private pool and separate living room.
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The property is spread across 58 acres of land and focuses on authentic experiences such as village bike tours, Tuk Tuk tours, horseback riding, archery, kayaking on the local lake, and kite making.
Don’t be surprised to see monkeys, peacocks, and elephants roaming this triangular haven of culture.
Cooking lessons
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The family cooking class allows children to learn the flavors and flavors of Sri Lanka by making a traditional curry with locally sourced rice and produce from the resort’s organic garden.
Junior Ranger Program
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Younger rangers can join the Ulagallas Junior Ranger Program, which has been designed to engage curious minds when it comes to nature, wildlife and the environment in a fun and engaging way. Rangers take children on a nature discovery trip that includes animal and bird identification; learn about the importance of ecosystems and threats to wildlife and explore traditional rice harvesting techniques.
Exploring Yala National Park in Sri Lanka
After families explore Anuradhapura, the next stop should be Ruhuna National Park, commonly known as Yala. Here you’ll find semi-deciduous and thorn forests, grasslands, freshwater and marine wetlands, and sandy beaches where the only tracks you’ll see belong to foraging birds and animals.
It is the largest and oldest of a chain of six national parks and three surrounding sanctuaries and by far the richest in biodiversity, with 44 different species of resident mammals and one of the highest leopard population densities in the world. . There are also dozens of reptile species, including turtles, crocodiles, flying snakes, and elegant fan-throated lizards. As for birds, Yala has no less than 215 resident and migratory species, of which the extravagant peacock is one of the most common.
In addition to Yala and its satellite parks, other nearby attractions include the Great and Little Basses Reef, which is an ideal place to see blue and humpback whales, as well as dolphins.
Most families will stay several days in Uga Chena Cabins It borders the Yala National Park on the southern coast of Sri Lanka. Included in the property fee are all meals and morning and evening Yala game drives with an experienced ranger guide. Yala is one of the best places in the world to see wild leopards and sloth bears, as well as an abundance of bird and other mammal sightings. The property can also organize whale watching expeditions.
Chena Huts is popular with families because there are private pools at each cabin, with only 14 cabins on this seven-acre property. Each cabin is over 1,600 square feet and includes a spacious living room, bedroom, and en-suite bathroom with a freestanding tub.
Sri Lanka is known for its elephant populations.
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Sri Lanka will feel like an adventure for the whole family, from animal encounters with elephants, leopards and baby turtles that hatch on the shores of the Indian Ocean, to loads of culture and history.
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