PROGRAMME : Mixed Activity Tour
DURATION : 9 Nights / 10 Days.
PERIOD : Valid till 30th April 2005

TOUR ITINERARY

Day 01: Colombo
(TA – will handle)

Day 02: Colombo – Sigiriya – Polonnaruwa -
(TA – will handle)

Day 03 : Polonnaruwa – Anuradhapura
(TA – will handle)

Day 04 : Anuradhapura – Dambula - Kandy
(TA – will handle)

Day 05 : Kandy - Kitulgala – Adams Peak (FB)
You will proceed to Adams Peak via Kitulgala for white water rafting. “An interesting affair between currents & rapids”…………
,br> WHITE WATER RAFTING.
This thrilling adventure on the white water sections of Kelani River is suitable for amateurs as well as professionals alike. During the run you will experience the thrill of shooting rapids and euphoria of making it through. The river’s clear water is born in the heart of the peak wilderness reserve and tumbles through a rocky gorge just above Kithulgala.

ADAMS PEAK
Begin the arduous 08 km climb to the misty mountaintop with experienced local guides. You may reach the 2,240 metre high peak - the island’s fourth highest - at dawn to witness a glorious sunrise and the mountain’s shadow, cast by the rising sun on to the clouds below. Legend has it that, the footprint originally carved in the rock, and, now covered by an oversized reproduction set in cement, was made by the Buddha, on his third visit to the island.
Some believe it is the spot where Adam, from Christian creation myth, first set foot on earth, after being banished from the Garden of Eden. Other Christians believe, it belongs to St. Thomas, the Apostle. To Hindus, the footprint is ‘Lord Shiva’s.
Peak wilderness sanctuary is among the best areas for birds and butterflies in Sri Lanka as well. It usually takes three to four hours to reach the top, but during the pilgrim season, which begins in December and lasts till May, the throng is sometimes so great, it can take over - 30 minutes to move from one step to the other.

SCHEDULE

After breakfast proceed to Kitulgala for white water rafting. – (TA) Start rafting at 10 am. Finishing at 12 or 12.30pm. - (ET) Lunch at the Rafters Retreat. - (ET) After at leisure until dinner is served at the Retreat. After dinner proceed to Adams Peak for the climb. - (TA) Start climbing at 8pm. - (ET) Witness the sunrise

Day 06 : Adams Peak - Belihuloya (FB)
Transfer to Belihuloya River Garden Nature Related Activity Center

BELIHULOYA is a very picturesque hamlet situated about 160km from Colombo in the historical “Sabaragamuwa” province. This zone is a climatically transitional area linking the wet & dry zones and the hill country & the low country. This very important location has made it one of the places in the country with the highest bio-diversity. River Garden Resort is built in this little hamlet.

KINCHIGUNE ECO LODGE
The small old house, now the Kinchigune ECO LODGE, maintained by the River Garden Resort, built on a land at the waters’ edge of the “Samanalawewa” reservoir, is over hundred years old. Though renovated, every effort was taken to preserve its’ old architecture, while keeping the basic requirement of the modern person in mind. It still has its mud walls, mud & cow dung mixture spread floor, kithul poles in windows etc. Old Sinhala tiles have been replaced by new tiles but are covered with straw to give it the old appearance. While camping the lodge will act as the main facilitation center.

KINCHIGUNE CAMP.
Forget any ideas about cramped tents and sitting on the ground for mealtimes – this is camping in style! The site is set up prior to your arrival, you will depart with a hearty barbecue meal the night before – the whole area is lit up with traditional flame torches and a roaring campfire. So sit back, relax and let our experienced staff cater to your every need.

SCHEDULE
Breakfast will be provided once the clients decend at the bottom of the mountain. - (ET) Arrival at River Garden Resort for lunch. (ET) After lunch proceed to Kinchigune camp in a vehickle (9km) - (TA) or optional – trekking to Kinchigune (8km) - (ET) Dinner & night stay at a fully serviced movable luxury camp at River Garden or Kinchigune. (You can have a river bath) - (ET)

Day 07 : Samanalawawe Reservior (FB)

SCHEDULE
After breakfast proceed to the Samanalawewa Reserviore for canoeing 7km (from one end to the other). - (ET) Finishing the canoeing, packed lunch will be provided. - (ET) Start cycling along the reservoir after lunch up to the Kinchigune “Eco Lodge”. (8 – 9 km) - (ET) Dinner & night stay at a fully serviced movable luxury camp. (You can have a river bath) - (ET)

Day 08 : Horton Plains – Bambarakanda – Belihuloya (FB)
Leaving to Horton Plains via Bambarakanda for trekking from River Garden. (32km total) Nature walk in HORTON PLAINS NATURE RESERVE, which is approximateli 10,000 Hectares in extent, is haunted by Elk, Deer, Giant Squirrel, Wild Boar, Wild Hare , Porcupine, and a variety of Migratory birds, unique to this region. According to a recent count there are 16 Leopards in Horton Plains. If you are very lucky you may get a glimpse of a Leopard during your sojourn in the Horton Plains.

SATAN’S STEPS TRAIL STARTING FROM THE HORTON PLAINS ENTRANCE.

You have two options where you can travel in the vehicle for about 6 km up to “Udaweriya” estate junction & then start trekking or start the trek from the gate entrance itself. Distance to the Bambarakanda Falls from the junction is 14km. Along this trail you will cover Kingslyn estate, West Haputale estate then Bambarakanda Falls. From the falls you can either trek for another 6km & get in to your vehicle at Kalupahana to be driven to River Garden or get in to the vehicle near the falls itself.

BAMBARAKANDA FALLS<

Within a majestic basin-shaped valley bordered by huge steep rocks and dark green forests of pines and tropic trees the highest waterfall of Sri Lanka [ 240.8m] plunges with two silver ropes over a vertical dark grey wall from the green saddle between Mt.Welihena and Mt. Bambaragala into a deep pool only 500m walking distance from the trail.

SCHEDULE
After an early breakfast or packed breakfast leaving to Horton Plains by 6.30 in a vehicle. - (TA) Arrival at the Horton Plains around 7.00am. Trekking inside the park. Total distance of trekking in side the park would be 6km.[ Graded as a soft trail] - (ET) Lunch at a suitable location. - (ET) Satan’s Steps & Bambarakanda trail starting from the Horton Plains Entrance. - (ET) Night dinner & stay at the River Garden or Kinchigune camp (You can have a river bath) - (ET)

Day 09 : Belihuloya - Colombo
Half a day cycling though the “Devil Staircase”. 32 hair pin Bends are found. Or cycling through a narrow road.

SCHEDULE
After breakfast cycling through the “Devil Staircase”. - (ET) Lunch at Belihuloya. - (ET) After lunch departure to Colombo - (TA) Night stay at a Hotel. - (TA)

Day 10 : Colombo - Airport
Departure.

Rates
Number of pax 1 2 3 4 5 6 Rate in US $ per person 0 0 0 0 0 0
The above prices include:
Accommodation from day 6 to day 8 on FB basis. Lunch & dinner on day 5. Entrance fees to Horton Plains. Canoeing & cycling at Samanalawawa. Cycling at Devil Staircase Packed lunch & breakfast as for the itinerary where (ET) is mentioned. White water rafting at Kitulgala. Service of a local tracker. Campsite fees. All government taxes & service charges.

The prices do not include: Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle. Accommodation on day 1 to 4 & 9. Expenses of personal nature. Tips and Porterage at hotels. Any other services not specified in the programme.

Payment policy Full payment with the confirmation.

Cancellation Policy

48 hours or less, 100% cancellation charge. No refund. 48 hours to 4 days – 70% cancellation charge.  30% will be refunded.  4 days to 7 days - 40 %cancellation charge. 60% will be refunded.  8 days or more – No cancellation charges provided no commitment or advances are made to 3rd parties. 100% of the payment refunded less what has been paid to 3rd parties.

Important notes:
The facilities at the campsite are basic and will include accommodation in camping tents (2 persons per tent), sleeping mattresses, sheets, pillows, torches, towels, soap and flushable camping toilet facilities. Bottle water and other beverages will be provided as per request for extra cost. It is recommended to have sunglasses, sunburn lotions, insect / leech repellent and personal effects for warm / windy / rainy conditions.

It is recommended to use light cloths and trekking shoes or boots for trekking.