Joanna James
Negombo lies on the West coastline of Sri Lanka and is quite a charming town which seems to emanate an ambience reminiscent of its colonial era. Things to do in and around Negombo are aplenty and here are some of the best excursions to be experienced around this ancient fishing village!
Located approximately an hour's journey away from some of the best Negombo hotels, Rocky Hill ATV Adventure Park is where anyone can learn how to ride an ATV from experienced instructors. On this four-wheeler, one may look forward to visiting nearby rock caves and even dry to the popular vantage point on Elephant Rock! The adventure park is sprawled over 50-acres including lush green forest trails where visitors can go exploring to their hearts' content – the journey on the ATV makes everything a hundredfold thrilling and exciting.
This exciting journey from Negombo will let you watch the vibrant bird species that call Muthurajawela their home – plus the sheer variety of immigrant birds would certainly make your jaw drop in amazement! Start your boat ride from Negombo Lagoon and you will discover a colourful world of avifauna. These wetlands, which were declared as a sanctuary in 1996, now offers its visitors striking insights into a pulsating ecosystem that simply brims with life. Seek the assistance of your guide to identifying various species of birds and you will go home with a head full of splendid facts about birds that colour the Sri Lankan sky!
Think of heading on a cycling tour during a holiday spent at a property such as Amagi Aria, which will reveal the age-old fishing trade of Sri Lanka to you. You can go paddling through quaint old villages and sneak a peek on their culture; witness how the fishermen tend to their boats and mend their fishing nets in anticipation of the looming journey into the deep sea – where their return back home is quite uncertain. You may also look forward to visiting a village house for a quick cup of tea and a friendly chat with the locals with the aid of your guide. Ride back to where you started by riding along the coconut-tree fringed beaches, drinking in the views of the sun's slow descent down the horizon.
Embark on a two-hour adventure right off the coast of Negombo during your stay in the town – not just anywhere but right beneath the waves where fish of every colour imaginable go about their daily lives. It will take less than a half an hour to reach some of the best snorkelling spots; adorn your snorkelling gear and venture into an ethereal world where you'll get to glimpse the lives of fascinating sea creatures such as the hermit crab or the clownfish.
The best way of discovering lagoon views is by indulging in a plethora of water sports that would get your adrenalin pumping for a few hours! The serene and sheltered Negombo lagoon is a haven for trying out new sports and it is an ideal year-round destination for amateurs and pros alike.
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