Joanna James
When you decide to make Kahanda Kanda your home away from home for the duration of your time in the scenic city of Galle, then you place yourself in prime position to take advantage of these activities.
Have a wellness holiday replete with personal training sessions, some early morning yoga that will put you in the mood for the day’s adventures that lie ahead of you together with a refreshing spa therapy outing. What’s more? You may also consult with local chefs and have a detox menu made just the way you like it.
With a guided cycle tour, you will have the fortune of immersing your senses in the rustic charm of Galle. Call by local villages, move past golden paddy fields, admire coconut estates and pause by Buddhist temples to learn a thing or two of the city’s absorbing culture.
Travel along Sri Lanka’s 2nd largest inland waterbody known as the Koggala Lake where scenes of spice islands, Buddhist temples and a bird sanctuary will fall into focus.
Unknown to some folk, Galle is a region where lowland teas are grown and therefore, affords visitors with opportunities to explore its tea estates that have been serving aromatic brews for many a year. When at Kahanda Kanda which features among boutique hotels Galle is known for, then you will be taken on a tea estate tour to be educated on the finer points of tea production.
Fancy a day out on the beach in the company of golden sands, lazily swaying coconut palms and romantic sunsets? Then make your way to Habaraduwa Beach where you may bask, walk and frolic in the waters of the Indian Ocean and watch the world go by.
From the laidback activity of snorkelling to the action-packed pursuits of surfing, diving and body boarding, here is a chance to unleash the outdoor enthusiast in you that will have you embracing the challenges posed by the ocean.
Encounter the majestic mammals of the deep blue as part of a whale watching expedition to the nearby town of Mirissa. Capture the thrills of a rewarding experience that will require you to be patient and observant with every ebb and flow.
80% of the world’s cinnamon production comes from Sri Lanka and when on holiday in this part of the globe, do take every opportunity that presents itself to scour cinnamon estates where you will be taught the finer points of cultivation and the history of this much-loved spice.
Sri Lanka is a country whose people are passionate about spicy food, curries and thick gravies. Thus, when in Galle, why not put your culinary know-how to the ultimate test with a cookery demonstration? Have local chefs educate you on the use of spices before trying your hand at making some tasty coconut sambal or chicken curry.
Discover an iconic symbol of Galle in the form of the 16th-century Dutch Fort. Combining design features which reference the rule of the Portuguese, Dutch and British, this magnificent fortification currently houses a collection of restaurants, villas, art galleries and boutiques that afford insightful and enjoyable shopping outings.
Set about exploring a treasure-trove of wonder at the Kanneliya Rainforest. Have an expert guide escort you along winding trails and to habitats abundant in floral and faunal species in the likes of reptiles and colourful birds.
For an island nation, Sri Lanka has a reputation for pulling out all the stops in creating enriching experiences for its guests. One such example is to schedule a day trip from Galle to the captivating Udawalawe National Park to witness a gamut of wildlife in the calibre of giant squirrels, spotted deer and the Asian elephant.
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