Joanna James
The island nation of Sri Lanka is chock-full of exciting places to sate your appetite for adventure. No matter if you set out to the central highlands or venture off to the vibrant down south, the idyllic teardrop island treats you to oodles of fun and thrills, sure to unleash your inner daredevil.
A UNESCO World Heritage site and a site of historical and archaeological significance, Sigiriya Rock Fortress is a star tourist attraction that draws heaps of adventure craving travellers every week. The gigantic, majestic rock is a sight worth beholding from the ground alone, but the real treat lies at the top, 180 metres high. The trek to the top involves a good 1,000 steps — an experience sure to treat you to a heart-pumping workout — but it all will be worth it once you get to feast on the breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding scenery.
The pear-shaped South Asian island nation is blessed with an impressive 22 national parks, out of which, Yala National Park certainly tops the list, attracting an incredible number of nature lovers and treating them to a slice of exciting adventure and thrilling wildlife safari. The sprawling nature park is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including elephants, leopards, crocodiles, monkeys and numerous birdlife. Hop on a mighty safari jeep and revel in excitement as you head into the dense wilderness.
It may not be as popular as its renowned cousin, Adam’s Peak, but Little Adam’s Peak has got oodles of nature, stunning sights and fantastic adventure to offer an equally exciting experience. Set in Ella in the province of Uva, rising above the quaint laid-back town, the serene mountain is at its most breathtaking during sunrise. So, rise and shine, and set out to embark on the exciting hike at dawn, where the glorious sun awaits to greet you.
Another nature’s blessing bestowed upon the quaint little town of Ella is Diyaluma Falls — Sri Lanka’s second biggest waterfall and a nature spot brimming with adventure. It’s not only the gorgeous views afforded at the top of the falls or the natural pools that invite for a cool dip that make it a fantastic experience, but also the adventurous hike that leads to the waterfall.
Inviting all adrenaline junkies vacationing in the idyllic teardrop island, the beachtown of Hikkaduwa, not that far away from the tourist attractions in Colombo, affords the most thrilling waves in the whole of the island nation, making for some exhilarating surfing. Grab yourself a surfboard and hit the alluring waters to try your hand at catching a wave or two. To add to your bliss, vacationing tourists could also find a slew of fine hotels and resorts just a stone’s throw away from the sandy shores, including the likes offered by Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts.
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