From Colombo: Village Life in Habarana & Ancient Sigiriya
ID: GYG1443526-2203642
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
1 days
Description
Discover the Sigiriya Rock Fortress on a day trip from Colombo. Explore a traditional Sri Lankan village, enjoy a bullock-cart ride, and savor a traditional lunch.
Depart from Colombo and travel towards Habarana. Upon arrival, experience authentic Sri Lankan village life through a traditional village tour. Walk through the village and see traditional homes, farming, and local lifestyles.
Enjoy a bullock-cart ride through the village and take a catamaran boat ride across the village lake. Experience how villagers prepare traditional Sri Lankan food and learn about local customs. Enjoy the peaceful natural surroundings and interact with local villagers.
Next, enjoy an authentic village-style Sri Lankan lunch, with dishes such as rice and curry, vegetables, sambols, and other traditional foods.
After lunch, explore the ancient Sigiriya Rock Fortress, famous for its historical significance, gardens, frescoes, and spectacular views from the top. After enjoying the sunset and views around Sigiriya, begin the journey back to Colombo.
Highlights
- Travel from Colombo to Habarana for a village experience
- Climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and admire the views from the top
- Savor a traditional Sri Lankan lunch with rice, curry, and vegetables
- See traditional homes, farming, and local lifestyles
- Watch the sunset over the Sigiriya landscape
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Pickup & Drop-off are available within Colombo city.
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes for walking.
INCLUDED
- English-speaking guide
- Pick-up and drop-off from Colombo
- Village tour in Habarana
- Bullock-cart ride
- Catamaran boat ride
- Traditional Sri Lankan lunch
- Visit to Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Sunset views from Sigiriya Rock Fortress
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
