Rising 200 metres sheer from the central plains, Sigiriya is Sri Lanka's most recognisable archaeological monument, a 5th-century rock fortress built by King Kasyapa, its summit once crowned by a palace, its flanks still holding the celebrated Sigiriya frescoes and the polished Mirror Wall. Facing it across the scrub jungle is Pidurangala, a rock monastery older than Sigiriya itself and the finest vantage point from which to view it. This experience departs from Ceylon Tea Trails' own helipad at Dunkeld, tracing a circuit by air over both landmarks -from the folded green hills of tea country to the dry-zone plains below, with a Tea Trails naturalist narrating throughout, before returning to Dunkeld in time for breakfast.
Experiences
Sigiriya from the Sky
The Aerial Experience
Inclusions
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Return charter helicopter from Dunkeld
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Company of a Tea Trails naturalist throughout
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Refreshments
Things To Note
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Duration: Approx. 2 hrs 15 mins, door-to-door
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Location: Aerial circuit of Sigiriya Rock and Pidurangala, departing Dunkeld Helipad, Bogawantalawa
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Guest Count: 4 guests per aircraft,
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All travelling guests must be aged 2 years or above and require their own seat
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The helicopter does not land; guests view both landmarks from the air
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Subject to availability, weather, and aircraft manifest/weight limits
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A Land & Hike Extension; landing at Sigiriya for a guided ascent is available on special request at an additional cost, quoted at time of booking
