Kataragama, via Ella Gap
28 september 2016, Sri Lanka ⋅ ⛅ 33 °CMore stunning views, fab hotel and a game drive in Yala National Park. The leopards were playing shy unfortunately but the crocs weren't camera shy!
More stunning views, fab hotel and a game drive in Yala National Park. The leopards were playing shy unfortunately but the crocs weren't camera shy!
Enjoyed traditional Sri Lankan games at a banana plantation farm but not sure hitting new friends is the way forward. We are up in an elephant watch tower. Had lunch at a house built by money fromMeer informatie
Rest day by the ocean and pool. More water polo.
Stopped off at a turtle hatchery on the way, so cute to see 2 day old turtles. Loved the historic fort and the international cricket ground but loved the afternoon tea even more!
Well the holiday has come to an end and the real travelling starts here. We're on our own from tomorrow. Had our final group meal which ended in a great farewell speach given by Jim and Auld LangsMeer informatie
Early start at 4.30am! We were on the train for nearly 10 hours although the beautiful rice farming countryside helped time pass quickly. Not a bad price either at 420 rupees each (£2.27) People hereMeer informatie
Bike ride around the old city and fort (built by the Dutch, Portuguese and British), followed by a trip along the deserted coastline and beaches. Plenty of reminders here of the 2004 tsunami,Meer informatie
Took a local bus yesterday for 4 hours to get here. Really reassuring to have some locals looking out for us (told us what price to pay for tuk tuk, found us a loo, pointed out money they thought weMeer informatie
Spending time relaxing on a beach! Not like us at all, but trying to slow down. Up early to swim in the sea before breakfast to avoid burning. Had miles of beach to ourselves when we went for a walkMeer informatie
Continue to stay in Arugam Bay as it is idyllic and relaxing. Long walk along another deserted beach to Crocodile Rock - and yes there were Mugger Crocodiles, Water Buffalo and a lone ElephantMeer informatie
Lyndsay McDonnell Bet you didn't go swimming here!!! But take care. Love mom x