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Activity
excursions: For too long Sri Lanka was promoted purely
as a beach destination. But there is so much more to this blessed
isle. Red Dot has teamed up with the best adventure and activity
specialists in various fields. We have no prejudices or hidden
ties: we will only work with the operators that we believe offer
the highest standards of service in their respective fields.
Here are some of the activities available:
Canoeing: Paddling a canoe is a beautiful,
fun and peaceful way to discover Sri Lanka’s many rivers,
jungles, swamps, lagoons and canals.
Cricket: Cricket is a national obsession in
Sri Lanka, and Sri Lankan cricket is an obsession for Red Dot.
No-one can rival our specialist knowledge and sheer affection
for the island. No other company is better rooted in the cricketing
community.
Cycling: The size of Sri Lanka makes it extremely
accessible by bike and a two- wheel adventure is a great way
to view the country’s beautiful landscapes. Hear the birds
tweet as you cruise along the Horton Plains or a jungle path,
take a pedal back in time in the ruins of the ancient cities
at Polunnaruwa and Anuradhapura, or try a relaxing route along
the beaches on the south-west coast.
Golf: Sri Lanka now offers enthusiastic golfers
a perfect tropical getaway with three beautiful courses. From
the historic Royal Colombo in the capital, to the recently developed
Victoria Golf Club, nestled among the verdant green hills of
the central highlands, and Nuwara Eliya Golf Club in the tea
country, Sri Lanka proves quality can be better than quantity.
Fishing: Fishing provides one of Sri Lanka’s
most enduring images – even if it is difficult to tell
these days whether the famous stilt fishermen of Weligama are
more interested in catching fish or tourists.
Horse riding: Experience the island’s
most beautiful surroundings on horseback. The Marwari horses,
famed for their endurance in challenging climates, have been
specially imported from Rajastan in Northern India.
Hot air ballooning: Soar high above the ruined
cities of ancient kingdoms, sail over national parks to watch
the wild undisturbed, glide through the morning mist rising
from tropical forests and watch the sun sink slowly into the
Indian Ocean – hot air ballooning is now available in
Sri Lanka with Red Dot Tours.
Scuba diving: The most popular diving spots
are from Beruwela to the beach resort of Unawatuna on the south
coast. Further south, experienced divers can also explore old
shipwrecks.
Whitewater rafting: Experience the thrills
and spills of an exciting rafting adventure in a jungle paradise.
In one section all you can hear is the pounding water rushing
through the rapids. In the next only the chirping birds break
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