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Things to do in Eastern Province

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4.89 out of 5 average rating, 61 reviews

Discover Disney's Monkey Kingdom

Meet the stars of Disney's Monkey Kingdom, learning about their behavior and ecology.

5 out of 5 average rating, 10 reviews

Spice garden tour with cooking class

Explore our 2.5-acre family spice garden in Ella with a guided tour of Sri Lanka’s spices and medicinal plants. Then enjoy a hands-on cooking class. Finally enjoy rice & curries.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 231 reviews

Ella One Day Tour by Tuk-Tuk or Mini van

Little Adam’s peak, Nine Arches bridge, Demodara Loop, Tea Plantation/Factory, water falls

5 out of 5 average rating, 12 reviews

Craft tea from leaf to cup with an artisan

Learn traditional processing techniques and indulge in a tasting of 10 rare tea varieties guided by a family-trained Sri Lankan tea maker.

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 66 reviews

Locate rare loris under the stars

Join a night walk to spot these elusive nocturnal mammals in their natural habitat.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 66 reviews

Hike to see sunrise

Hike to see stunning views of the Ella Gap and southern plains.

5 out of 5 average rating, 4 reviews

Private Jeep Safari with Elephant Expert

Discover wild elephants in Minneriya, Kaudulla or EcoPark on a private jeep safari. Note: The price mentioned includes only the jeep. Entrance tickets must be purchased separately at the park gate.

5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Ella: Bee Keeping Experience With Honey Tasting

Protect Sri Lankan bees and taste the healing power of jungle honey! Join our family farm in Ella for a 1-hour immersive tour. At Bee Farm Ella, you're more than a guest; you're family.

5 out of 5 average rating, 5 reviews

Tea Plantation, Factory &Tasting Tour Nuwaraeliya

Embark on a scenic journey through the heart of Sri Lanka’s tea country as you explore two of its most iconic estates — Labookele Tea Factory and Blue Field Tea Estate.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 61 reviews

Tuk-Tuk to the Ella Waterfalls

Ride a tuk-tuk to Rawana, Koslanda Rubber Plantation, Diyaluma, and secret waterfalls.

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Prepare village curries with a home cook

Grind spices, simmer village-style curries and plate rice dishes alongside a Sri Lankan home cook, then sit down to your meal in a quiet rural setting. Note -Meet us our point.Free pickup in Habarana.

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From Sigiriya to Kandy Drop Tour

Walk Dambulla rock cave temple, wander a Sri Lankan spice and herbal village, and visit hillside shrines with a long-distance travel host.

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Trace Sigiriya & around with a National Tour Guide

Explore Sigiriya's World Heritage, Local Life & Culture, see Dambulla Cave Temple & frescoes, evening hike to Pidurangala rock for a golden sunset over rural villages with a National Tourist Guide

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Tour Polonnaruwa Heritage with a National Guide

Explore the splendours of Ancient Polonnaruwa City (UNESCO World Heritage) through the eyes of a qualified National Tourist Guide. I am available for Personalised Guided Tour in other Cities as well.

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Uncover Night Forest Secrets with Slow Loris Tour

Begin at Rocco’s Veg Café with a warm drink and expert intro, then enter the forest after dark to discover Sri Lanka’s magical nocturnal wildlife.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Cook Sri Lankan Curry in a Local Home

Grind spices with a home cook, shop a local market, then sit down to rice, curry and sambols in a quiet garden home.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Private jeep safari at Minneriya National Park

Best location to discover elephant habitats and village life exploration in Sri Lanka. Morning/evening safari with a wildlife expert to a national park as per the seasonal Elephant movements

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Explore 4 Hidden Gems in Ella by Tuk-Tuk

Explore Ella by tuk-tuk with a local guide. Visit Nine Arch Bridge, Demodara Loop, Mahamevnawa Monastery and Ravana Falls. Enjoy stunning views, local stories and unforgettable photo stops.

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Ella Spice Land Cooking Class

Harvest fresh vegetables from a spice garden, then prepare traditional curries using ancient methods. End with a communal meal and live Sri Lankan music.

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From Sigiriya to kandy drop tour by minivan or Car

Drive with a car to ascend the ancient rock temple to explore its intricate cave paintings and statues, then discover on the way to kandy and the city itself