Sri Lanka Tourism
Sri Lanka Tourism
A special area to explore in the Pearl of the Indian Ocean.
The Beach or the Hills - maybe a little of both?
Probably the first image that comes to mind is that of pristine beaches, lined by coconut trees with the sun glistening on the sand.
Other images of Sri Lanka could be ……
Fishermen stilt fishing
Boats parked on the sand ready to be hauled into the blue sea for their next adventure.
A couple walking hand in hand making tracks in the unspoilt sand.
King Coconut being served with two straws providing you with an opportunity to share your enjoyment of the natural tonic.
It’s unlikely to be Horton Plains National Park or other experiences around the Island.
A small Island with so many things to do
I always say to people that have not been to Sri Lanka that the Island packs a large punch for its size.
There are so many (too many for a short holiday) things to do on this Island that you cannot see everything in one vacation.
So what is there to do apart from topping up the tan on the beach?
Well, firstly, there are beaches and there are beaches!
The beaches around the island all have their unique appeal and they are very different and offering a variety of things to do for a tourist.
Negombo has a beautiful beach with pristine sand and a idyllic view to the ocean. It is a main stop off point within reach of the airport and therefore is quite popular with lots of tourists using the various hotels in the area,
As you go south you reach Bentota which is also a very well established beach destination for visitors to the Island. It has a slightly different vibe to Negombo and the sand feels a little bit more granular.
The South coast beaches of Mirissa, Tangalle, Hikkaduwa and so on are a great place to top up the tan or do some surfing. The development of the highway going south from the airport means that some of the south coast beaches can be reached within 2.5 to 3 hours.
Arugum Bay is another well established surfing destination and has another different vibe.
If you travel slightly north of Arugam Bay you will come across Whisky Point which has a completely different type of beach and is quite empty.
As you head northwards up the East coast you come across Passikuda, Trincomalee and then eventually Jaffna. The beach shelves here are much shallower than those on the other coasts making them a bit safer.
Coming back down from the North to the West coast you will come across Kalpiiya where you can Kite Surf.
We love to stay at Maalu Maalu which is one of Theme Resorts https://www.themeresorts.com hotels in Passikusa which has a very safe each with a shallow shelf.
A word of warning however!
Before you decide on which beach you choose you need to know whether the waters are safe.
The North East Monsoon and South West Monsoons determine whether it is worth travelling to the beaches as each area has a season where it is worth avoiding and you will not be topping up any tan!
So many things to do
Sri Lanka has
Temples
Safaris
Elephant Orphanges
Whale Watching
Turtle Sanctuaries
Surfing and snorkelling
Fishing
Sailing
Hiking
Historic buildings and architecture
Great railway journeys
A variety of wildlife
Different cuisines around the Island
Do I need to go on?
A little less explored
At GlenMyu Estate we are finding that several of our guests want to do something a little bit different or unique and slightly off the tourist trail.
Some arrive exhausted after a hike to Adams Peak or through Knuckles Mountain range.
Haputale - set in the Central Hill Country
There are lots to do and explore around Haputale, Ella and Bandarawella.
GlenMyu Estate is located within reach of these towns and several of the tourist sights are nearby. To find our more about GlenMyu Estate please click on the following link https://resortglenmyu.com
Whats there to do near Haputale?
There are lots of tourist sites nearby including the following
Horton Plains National Park which includes Worlds End and Bakers Falls http://www.dwc.gov.lk/Aoldsite/library/Np_Hotonplains.html
Lipton Seat
Diyaluma Waterfall
Bambarakanda Waterfall
Addisham Bungalow
Pilkington Point
Millennium Point
Bakers Bends
Ella Town
Nine Arch Bridge
Ella Gap
Ravanna Falls
The most popular site our guests visit is Horton Plains National Park. We love it there.
We send our guests off with a packed breakfast early in the morning so that they have the chance to see the views at Mini Worlds End and Worlds End.
How to get to GlenMyu Estate?
The nearest railway station is Haputale which is on the beautiful stretch from Ella to Nanuoya (Nuwara Eliya). We are a short taxi or Tuk Tuk ride away and are located between Beragala Junction and Koslanda towards Wellawaya.
Please see where GlenMyu Estate is on the following map.
GlenMyu Estate is a great place to relax and take a breather on what can be an exhausting tour around the Island.
We find that many guests book for one night and then extend by a day or two.
Once you are here you will realise that GlenMyu Estate is not a place for a one night stay.