Escape the winter and soak up the sun in Sri Lanka
Escape the winter
Escape the winter and soak up the sun in Sri Lanka from December to March!
It’s the perfect time to take a walk in south beaches, explore misty highlands, and dive into vibrant culture.
A tropical paradise awaits you, the best way to escape through the cold season in Europe and the US and Canada.

Variety is the spice of life, they say
This renowned saying was originally a quotation from the poem The Task (1785) by the English poet William Cowper (1731–1800).
‘Variety’s the very spice of life, That gives it all its flavour”
Escaping the winter on a holiday in Sri Lanka provides you with man amazing amount of variety and choices of what to do and see.
There is so much to do on this small island that many travellers return again and again,
Escape the winter - Beaches
Sri Lanka has a variety of beaches on its southern and western coasts that will allow you to top up the tan during Northern Hemisphere winter.
You can sunbathe, visit a turtle hatchery, learn to surf and enjoy the vibrant nightlife.
These beaches offer something for everyone.
The Central Highlands
At GlenMyu Estate, we find that many of our guests find the cooler temperatures of the hill country a relief.
Ella is one of the must see places to visit in the central highlands of Sri Lanka. Seeing Nine Arch Bridge, hiking Little Adams Peak and taking a dip in Ravanna Waterfall are all great experiences.
We find that guests choose GlenMyu Estate as they don’t want to be in a busy tourist town.
Not just Ella
Ella is a great place to visit, but there is so much more to experience in the Central Hills.
Horton Plains National Park, Lipton’s Seat, Diyaluma Waterfall and Bambarakanda Waterfall are just a few places that are amazing.
Visit the things to do section on our website to find out what you can see when you are at GlenMyu Estate
An island with so much to offer
Although Sri Lanka is a small island, similar in size to Ireland, there are so many things on offer.
You could take many weeks just to touch the surface on the places to see and experience.
No wonder the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau’s latest campaign is “You Will Come Back for More”.

Ancients cities and a fascinating history
Culture and religion play an important part of life in Sri Lanka. This majority Buddhist country also has Hindu, Christian and Muslims places of worship in most towns and cities.
The Portuguese, Dutch and British colonisers left their mark on the island. Other influences in culture, food and religion have resulted as it was part an important part of a sea trading route.
Visiting Colombo. Kandy and Galle Fort will provide you with a taste of the colonial architecture by the Portuguese, Dutch and British.
Escape the winter - Wildlife and safaris
Not just elephants and leopards!
There are lots of safari parks around the island where you can see a variety of wildlife.
It’s not just all about elephants and leopards. Sloth Bears, Barking Deer, Monkeys, Crocodiles and Monitor Lizards are just some of what you might see.
If you are particularly interested in bird watching, there are national parks that provide good habitats for birds.
Ayurvedic Treatments and relaxation
Holidays should not all be about exploring.
We know that you need to unwind as well.
You will find lots of opportunities to get a massage or some of the Ayurvedic treatments from your hotel or spas near where you are staying.
We are currently developing a spa for our guests at GlenMyu Estate.
Escape the Southern Hemisphere Winter
Don’t worry, if you are living in Australia, New Zealand and South Africa you can visit this paradise island during your winter.
Visit during the Europen and North America summer holidays - avoid the crowds
Ella and the Central Hills - almost always open
Make sure you add variety to your holiday by spending some time in the Central Hill Country.
You can visit Ella and the great sights in the Central Hills for most of the year. Expect rains in May and October and November. Despite being a bit wetter during those months you can get lucky and have some great sunny days.
Escape the winter and stay at GlenMyu Estate in the Central Hills of Sri Lanka
Treat yourself to a stay at GlenMyu Estate as you explore the Sri Lankan Hill Country.
See sights like Horton Plains National Park is a unique experience.
We only have three bedrooms and you will need to book early during the peak holiday season.
The estate is usually within an hours drive of the major sightseeing locations such as Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Town, Upper Diyaluma Waterfall, Lipton’s Seat, Bambarakanda Waterfall and many more,
GlenMyu Estate is listed on Booking.com and Airbnb.
Contact us by the WhatsApp button on our website for direct booking rates.
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