Joanna James
Sri Lanka offers sensational thrills to the adventure seekers who choose to travel in it. The article below details the top 7 adventurous experiences you can have in this enchanting destination.
Surfers visiting Sri Lanka will rarely be disappointed as the island boasts of some impressive surf breaks. Arugam Bay is indeed the most popular destination among surfers. It is ranked among the top 10 surf spots in the world! Several local and international surf competitions are held here annually too. The west coast is also quite popular among the more experienced surfers. Lessons are also offered to beginners at the many water sports centres located in the coastal strip of the island.
Sri Lanka is an ideal place to enjoy whale and dolphin watching excursions. Places like Mirissa and Trincomalee are famous for these tours. You will be able to have an excursion arranged with great ease as there are plenty of good tour operators in these areas. The whale watching season in Mirissa starts in the month of November and lasts until the end of April. The best time to spot the mighty creatures of the depths when you are travelling in the northeast coast is between the months of May and October.
Be enthralled by the dazzling glory of marine life and coral reefs as you enjoy scuba diving in Sri Lanka. The country offers a wealth of sensational dive spots so you will be able to enjoy a delightful excursion for sure. Places like Staghorn Coral Reef, Irrachchal Reef, and Leather Coral Reef are incredibly popular among divers. You will be able to explore some stunning shipwrecks as you dive in the southern and western coasts too. Indeed, some of the dive sites in the country are far better than the ones that you find in the neighbouring Maldives. If you stay at hotels like The Blue Water Hotel and Spa, which is one of the leading 5-star hotels in Wadduwa, you will be able to indulge in this delight to your heart's content.
Those who like to be at one with nature will find absolute delight in the many enchanting hiking and trekking trails in the island. Witness the mystic glory of the many forests in Sri Lanka and enjoy a truly sensational experience. Places like Horton Plains, Knuckles Mountain Range, Corbett's Gap, Adam's Peak and Lipton's Seat are great places to explore.
Be enchanted by the spectacular beauty of Sri Lanka's flourishing flora and fauna as you embark on thrilling jeep safaris. The country has several popular national parks that you can easily explore. Among these, Yala National Park which has one of the highest leopard densities in the world is incredibly popular. Minneriya National Park, where The Gathering brings together a herd of close to 700 elephants, is yet another attraction in the country. Wilpattu National Park, Kumana Bird Sanctuary, Kaudulla National Park and Bundala National Park are also well worth exploring.
The small town of Kitulgala is a very popular one among adventure seekers as it offers the sensational thrills of white water rafting in Kelani River. You will be able to enjoy this experience safely as high standards are maintained by the many tour operators in the region.
The dazzling city of Negombo, on the western coast of the island, is a great place to try out kite surfing in Sri Lanka. The enchanting coast truly looks breathtaking when viewed from above! There are plenty of water sports centres in the city that offer facilities and lessons for those who like to enjoy this epic sport.
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