Tea, Sea & Safari

A bespoke journey showcasing the best of Sri Lanka

The itinerary is immersive and interactive - try your hand at the timeless art of ‘tea tasting’, take a bushwalk with a ranger to gain an insight into how to interprets tracks and signs of the jungle, and learn how Ceylon’s plethora of spices and tropical ingredients meld to define one of the most flavoursome cuisines world over.

Whale Watching in Mirissa
Visit to a Tea Factory
An Explorative Bush Walk

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Tour De Resplendent

Cycle diverse terrains across Sri Lanka

Tour de Resplendent’, an exhilarating cycling tour that traverses the picturesque landscapes of Sri Lanka, showcasing the islands natural beauty and cultural heritage, and connecting some or all of our five remarkable resorts – Ceylon Tea Trails, Wild Coast Tented Lodge, Cape Weligama, Ahu Bay & Kayaam House. The ‘Tour De Resplendent’ is designed for both experienced and beginner cycling enthusiasts, offering various routes and difficulty levels to cater to a wide range of participants. This tour can be personalised to meet your individual preferences.

9 day cycling tour
Wildlife safari in Yala national park
River bath
Surfing in Weligama beach
Kayaking in Rekawa lagoon
Cultural show
Picnic lunch / sightseeing

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Active Adventure

Embark on an active journey

Embark on an active journey across forest plains that take you to greater heights, along the tea valleys of the hill country; take a coastal or nature walk by the sand dunes or through the wild shrubbery on a game drive pausing for alarm calls or a disturbance amidst the jungle; explore unfamiliar terrain, always seeking adventure as you hit the waters beneath the ocean, or ride the waves for a flush of adrenaline.

Hike to Adam’s Peak
Scenic Nature Walks
Game Drives
Surfing in Weligama Bay
Ocean Safaris

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An Island of Flavours

Embark on a culinary journey

The purity of our island’s heirloom culinary heritage lies in its techniques and ingredients. Our fare remains wholesome, community-sourced and flavoursome, accompanied by a tasting of liquid aperitifs. Infusions of local spirits and top-shelf staples using indigenous herbs and spices concocted and garnished with unadulterated passion to delight our guests at each of our resorts.

Tea-Infused Dinner
Afternoon High Tea
Sundowners by the Ocean
Discover Sri Lankan Cuisine
Heritage Breakfast Experience

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A Cultural Passage

Embark on a cultural journey

Step back in time as you traverse across our nation. Discover traditions that draw from deeply rooted connections to mythical Gods and Goddesses, cultural rituals that are revered and practiced to date; visit forts, temples, monasteries and cities that still show signs of the past and take you back in time for an immersive experience unlike any other.

Explore the Galle Fort
Explore Kandy
Visit ancient temples and monasteries
Explore the Kingdom of Ruhuna

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09 January 2022

Indulge in a Cinematic Unwinding

If you’ve yet to delve into the world of cinema from a local perspective, take your pick of some acclaimed films that were shot in its entirety, and others that were partially captured on our island home. Sit back, get yourself some...

11 October 2021

Regeneration: Beyond Sustainable Tourism

It’s tough to talk about the future of tourism and hospitality without taking into consideration the unprecedented times we live in. One of the hardest hit industries, the world’s lull in travel has given the opportunity for the...

08 November 2021

Resplendent Ceylon Declares a Climate Emergency

Sri Lanka is one of the most at-risk nations in terms of climate change. Our coastlines are at risk of inundation, our forests are at risk of climate-induced die-back, our endemic species are nearing extinction while global business...

05 December 2021

Best Hikes in Sri Lanka

It seems like the ideal time to be venturing beyond your comfort zones and exploring the great outdoors even if it’s on a little island like ours. From forest reserves to rocky mountain scapes, ancient kingdoms to tea valleys, there...

04 August 2022

Crafting Hands of the South

Deeply connected to Sri Lanka’s ancient history and folklore tales, the art of wooden mask making is a craft that has been passed down generation by generation. Masks are also a distinct element in traditional processions and festivals...

08 September 2021

Creating Wild Coast Tented Lodge

Wild Coast Tented Lodge, situated in Yala, Sri Lanka, set a new standard for luxury safari lodges. Our island, known for its biodiversity and array of wildlife, has had its fair share of safari experiences, but nothing quite on the...

16 September 2021

Faunal Diversity at Ceylon Tea Trails

A keen naturalist hailing from the hill country, Rohan Gunasekara began his nature work at the Hill Country Youth Exploration Society. He was later the Secretary of the Nature Exploration & Protection Society of Nuwara Eliya due to...

13 November 2021

Find Your Centre Amongst The Wilderness of Yala

Breathe. Seek. Inhale. Release. If the past 18 months have taught us anything about resilience in the time of a worldwide pandemic, it is that we should always take the time to tend to ourselves. While our sense of balance or peace of...

Resplendent Journeys

Curating unique narratives across Sri Lanka

Tea, Sea & Safari

A bespoke journey showcasing the best of Sri Lanka