Thrilling Adventure Activities You Can Do In Sri Lanka - Getting the best of this exotic island

The beaches of Passikudah, Arugam Bay, Mirissa and Unawatuna are paradises for surfers. Not only the water on these beaches are perfect for surfing, but the view is astonishing too. If you're a beginner, you should stick to beaches like Mirissa and Weligama which are in the southern coastal line of the island.

There are many fascinating things when it comes to the wildlife in Sri Lanka. There are more than 10 national parks in Sri Lanka. Yala national park has the world's highest leopard concentration. The Minneriya National park is famous for the amazing elephant gathering. This is where more than 300 elephants gather to the national park during the months of March and April. Mirissa is a popular destination to watch whales and dolphins. There are national parks such as Kumana which has more than 200 bird species. You can book some of the amazing adventure tours in Sri Lanka and visit many national parks to experience the wilderness of the island.

This is a thrilling aquatic activity you can do all year round in Sri Lanka. Most beaches such as Hikkaduwa, Mirissa and Kalpitiya offers you the experience of wakeboarding. This activity doesn't require a lot of training or physical strength. If you want to spice up your trip to Sri Lanka, this is something you must add to your itinerary.

This is one of the most exciting things to do when you're in Sri Lanka. Soar above the island and enjoy the view of elephants, rivers and large paddy fields. Most of the hot air balloon rides take off from the cultural triangle of the island. You will be hovering 2000 feet over the island for one hour. Many tour operators such as Nature Odyssey will include in their travel plans and itineraries.

Hikkaduwa is one of the best places to go scuba diving in Sri Lanka. Here, you can enrol in scuba diving classes as well as get PADI certified. If you're a pro diver, you can dive deeper into the sea without any fear.

There are many hiking trails in Sri Lanka and the best ones are Ella and Horton Plains. The views from the hilltops during and after the climb is astonishing. Little Adams Peak is one of the best places in Sri Lanka to watch the sunrise.

Kitulgala is a destination that attracts travellers from around the world. Waterfall trekking is one of the most popular activities among adventure lovers visiting here. You can climb near the waterfalls and enjoy the scenery from the top.

Sri Lanka offers world-class water-skiing opportunities. The best time to water ski in the North Eastern part of the country is during the months of November and March. The South West part of the island is best for water skiing during October and April.