Summer on our teardrop isle is magical. Picture misty mornings in the Central Highlands surrounded by the emerald green tea fields, golden sunsets and the allure of the Indian Ocean lapping at your feet in the South, and diverse habitats, ecology and scenery across many national parks and sanctuaries. Arrive and experience a resplendent summer. 

Forests act as a nature-based solution for climate change which can contribute over one third of the climate change mitigation needed by 2030. Conserving and restoring forest landscapes is not only a cost-effective way to mitigate climate change, but it also means that many other benefits are provided to local communities and wider society.

April is one of the warmer months of the year on our island, which means guests can enjoy warm and pleasant weather, making it the perfect time for outdoor activities. In addition, many local celebrations including the Sinhala and Tamil New Year, Easter and Eid all take place during this month. Experience the cultural melting pot of Sri Lanka while you travel through our island during this time.

Depending on their species, habitat, and activity, wild animals sleep in a variety of ways. While some creatures sleep for extended periods of time, others simply sleep for brief intervals or never. We'll dive deeper into how wild animals sleep in this blog.

Experience the unique culture and traditions of Sri Lanka: Eid al-Fitr is celebrated in Sri Lanka by the Muslim community, who makes up around 10% of the population. During your visit, you can immerse yourself in the country’s diversity including visiting the Galle Fort, and experience the cultural melting pot that Sri Lanka offers.

Our little island has a long history in relation to spirits and alcohol. It has been consumed for many centuries in various forms. The most commonly consumed intoxicants on our island are made of arrack, toddy and beer. Here’s some insight on these spirits, and where to find them on your travels. 

Resplendent Ceylon was proud to play location host to the ‘Night Manager’, a critically acclaimed TV drama where not only were scenes for the series were shot, but where renowned stars Aditya Roy Kapoor and Sobhita Dhulipala stayed during their time filming the hit show.