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TAT Tour
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11 Day
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Camping Tour of
Sri Lanka
May 12-April 13 |
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The experience
of camping in Sri Lanka and sleeping under
the stars surrounded by nature in one of the
island's national parks is unsurpassed.
Campsites are situated in the most beautiful
locations off the usual tourist trail.
Camping is available in most national parks
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nature reserves
– from participatory camping where guests
work with the staff to run the campsite, to
standard and super – luxury where the
experience is similar to that of a five star
hotel we have it all for you. All depends on
how adventurous you are. |
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DAY 01
On arrival you will be met and welcomed by
the representatives of Tropical Asia Tour
and transferred to Negombo OR Colombo.
Overnight in Negombo OR Colombo.
DAY 02
After break-fast proceed to Wilpattu
National Parak Camp site. From the entrance
you will be taken to your camp site by a 4WD
jeep.
Enjoy a Sri Lankan lunch at the camp site.
Evening safari at WIlpattu National Park.
On conclusion return to the camp site which
is lit by lantern and the camp fire.
BBQ dinner and overnight stay at Standard
Camp OR Luxury Camp at Wilpattu National
Park
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DAY 03
After break-fast leave for full day safari
in Wilpattu National Park. Packed lunch at
suitable location.
On conclusion return to the camp site.
BBQ dinner and overnight stay at
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Standard Camp OR
Luxury Camp at Wilpattu National Park.
DAY 04
Leave for morning safari in Wilpattu
National Park with early break-fast OR
packet break-fast. On conclusion leave for
Minneriya Campsite. Arrival at Minneriya and
drive to the camp site.
SAFARI CAMP in Minneriya is situated outside
the park, with a wonderful forest boundary
atmosphere which ensures you're right in the
heart of nature. Forget any idea about cramp
tents and sitting on the ground for meals –
this is camping in style! The camp is set up
prior to your arrival, accommodation on
comfortable tents, a fully equipped kitchen,
chairs and tables, hammocks, flushable
toilets, showers and even cold beer. In the
evening you can enjoy a hearty BBQ meal in a
magical setting – the whole area is lit up
with traditional flame torches and roaring
campfire. Thus sit back, relax and let your
experienced staff to cater your every need.
There will be a briefing on the camping
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rules and have
lunch. After a short break you can have your
own program till evening.
Dinner and overnight stay at Standard Camp
OR Luxury Camp in Minneriya
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DAY 05
Leave for a full day (6 hours) Safari in
Minneriya National Park after the
break-fast. Finishing the safari you will be
welcomed to a delightful camping atmosphere
with campfire and lanterns to enjoy the
evening BBQ meal.
Dinner and overnight stay at Standard Camp
OR Luxury Camp in Minneriya.
DAY 06
After break-fast leave for Kandy, en-route
visit the Rock Fortress in Sigiriya and
Spice Garden in Matale.
Afterward visit a Batik Factory where you
can see the manufacturing process of
beautiful Batik prints. These shops contain
a wide variety of Batik items.
Evening witness the Cultural Dance Show
featuring various dance types of Sri Lanka.
Overnight in Kandy.
DAY 07
After break-fast leave for Nuwara Eliya,
en-route visit the Temple of Tooth Relic in
Kandy, Tea Plantation and Factory in Nuwara
Eliya.
Overnight in Nuwara Eliya.
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DAY 08
After break-fast leave for Yala.
Arrive at the park and from the entrance you
will be taken to your camp site by a 4WD
jeep.
Enjoy a Sri Lankan lunch at the camp site.
Evening safari at Yala National Park.
On conclusion return to the camp site which
is lit by lantern and the camp fire.
BBQ dinner and overnight stay at Standard
Camp OR Luxury Camp at Yala National Park.
DAY 09
After break-fast or with packet break-fast,
leave for morning safari at Yala National
park.
Dinner and overnight stay at Standard Camp
OR Luxury Camp at Yala National Park.
DAY 10
After break-fast leave for the morning
safari at Yala National Park. On conclusion
proceed to Galle, en-route visit the Dutch
Fort in Galle.
Dinner and overnight in Galle OR Unawatuna.
DAY 11
After break-fast leave for your connecting
departure flight OR extend your stay. |
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THE MINNERIYA TANK
is one built in 3rd century AD by King Mahasena, on the
concept of a onetime Great King of Sri Lanka: King
Parakramabahu. His concept was that “not a single drop of
water that falls from sky should be allowed to flow into the
sea without making use for the betterment of mankind”.
Situated 20Km northwest of Polonnaruwa, which is about 200km
from Colombo, this ancient tank has an area of 2550ha. The
National Park area, which is mainly the catchments area, was
initially declared as a sanctuary in 1938. The vegetation of
this area consists of mainly dry mixed evergreen forest and
much of Sri Lanka's wildlife, including elephant, is found
here.
YALA (RUHUNA) NATIONAL PARK
the Ruhunu National Park covers 126,786 hectares including
the Strict Natural Reserve (Block II). The most familiar is
Block I (14,101 hectares) and this were established in 1938.
Yala is famous for its big herds and large number of
Elephants, Leopards, Spotted Deer, Sambhur, Crocodiles,
Mongoose, Wild Boar, Wild Buffalo, and many other animals.
More than 130 bird species are recorded which includes the
resident and winter visitors.
There are 7 Bungalows inside the Park with few Camp Sites.
SIGIRIYA
is a “World Heritage Site” and the 5th Century “Fortress in
the Sky” which is perhaps the most fantastic single wonder
of the Island. It is also known as Lion Rock because of the
huge lion that used to stand at the entrance to the Palace
on the summit of the 600-foot high rock. On its summit are
the foundations of the Royal Palace, Water Tanks to supply
water and all other buildings and at the edges the
guardhouses.
On one of the stairways the only known ancient work of
Sinhala secular painting survived in the form of Frescoes of
21 life sized damsels still shining in their original
colors. The Water Gardens, Fountain Garden, Summerhouses,
Boulder Gardens and the Caves within the enclosed area
should not be missed.
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WILPATTU NATIONAL PARK
is 508 square miles (131.694 hectares) in extent and was
declared as a National Park in 1938. The special feature in
this Park is the large number of Villus (lakes) where you
can watch wild life and many species of birds.Leopards were
the most famous animal in this Park and are famous for its
Wild Elephant herds. Spotted Deer, Sambhur, Barking Deer,
Wild Boar, Wild Buffalo, sloth Bear, Mongoose, Crocodile and
Peacocks are also found here.
Further Prince Vijaya landed on the north-western coast of
Sri Lanka in 543 BC and met Kuveni, the Yakkha princess of
the area. Thambapanni – the beach with copper sand and Kali
Villu where Kuweni had her palace are located inside the
park boundaries of Wilpattu.
SAFARI CAMP
in Minneriya is situated outside the park, with a
wonderful forest boundary atmosphere, which ensures you're
right in the heart of nature. Forget any ideas about cramped
tents and sitting on the ground for meals – this is camping
in style! The camp is set up prior to your arrival,
transporting in comfortable tents, a fully equipped kitchen,
chairs and tables, hammocks, flushable toilets, showers and
even cold beer. In the evening you can enjoy a hearty
barbecue meal in a magical setting – the whole area is lit
up with traditional flame torches and a roaring campfire. So
sit back, relax and let our experienced staff cater to your
every need.
There you will be briefed on the camping rules and have
lunch. After a short break you can have your own programme
till evening. |
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Standing Camping
In our standard camping programmes, guests are
provided with all the necessary comforts and
services to make the whole experience completely
'hassle-free'.
Comfortable mattresses and pillows, bed linen,
towels, torches/flash-lights, umbrellas and are just
some of the little touches that make your camping
experience extra special.
The whole campsite is set up by the staff prior to
the guests' arrival so all you have to do is sit
back and relax! In the evening, the camp is lit up
by a roaring campfire and copra torches and guest
can enjoy a mouthwatering menu of food and
beverages.
Camp Food
The food at our outdoor locations is prepared on
site enabling us to serve our guests, fresh, clean
and tasty meals. To ensure nothing but the best for
our discerning clientele, we always deploy our most
experienced senior chef/s for our camping
excursions. Additionally the guests are made to feel
at home by our equally experienced, courteous &
friendly stewards.
Comfortable dining arrangements are in place and a
basic Ala-cart menu is served. We always strive to
oblige special requests from clients such as
celebrations of Birthdays & Anniversaries on
location and many such events have been held amidst
much Joy.
Beverages
Ample stock of beverages - alcoholic, soft and
mineral water would be available for purchase at the
site.
Wines too could be made available on prior to
request. Chilled beverages will be made available
during Safari times.
Other services
Unlimited safari time
Fully illuminated site in the night
Uniformed experienced staff
Camp Sites
The campsites we offer, would be "our" own or those
that fall under the purview of The Wildlife/Forest
Department. The best available campsites are chosen,
Depending on the requirement of the guests'
The site would be arranged in a eye-catching and
pleasant environment to provide the guests a
wonderful experience. Nights at our camps are a
splendid experience , with the glowing embers of a
campfire & the illuminations placed strategically
around the site.
Tents
We provide Insect and Waterproof tents, equipped
with appropriate furniture to ensure a safe and
blissful nights sleep.
Toilets & bathrooms
For the convenience and comfort of our guests, our
camping toilets are equipped with portable commodes
and commode showers. For the guest who wish to avoid
natural water sources for bathing, portable showers
are provided.
Safety
We consider safety as one of our prime concerns and
in this regard the following regulations are in
place.
Camping & Safety Regulations
As the most suitable course of action with regard to
safety is to be aware of camping rules &
regulations, the first thing we do is to provide our
guests with a booklet outlining same on arrival at
the camp.
Lighting of camp
Whilst we illuminate the camp with a campfire, oil
or copra torches & surrounded by lanterns, we ensure
that the campfire and lanterns do not dwindle till
morning.
Vigilance
A Fully alert ,on call security officer would be
posted throughout the night
Fire Point
To ensure that the campsite is free from fire
hazards , we have a fully equipped fire point in the
camp consisting of a Fire Extinguisher, Water pails,
Sand buckets and many more.
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LUXURY CAMPING
This tastefully decorated Luxury tents comprises of
the following.
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The whole
tent including the washroom is equipped with
A wall-to-wall carpet of high quality. |
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Two very
comfortable foldable arm chairs with a
Coffee table is placed in the Living Room,
which also has a baggage rack in addition to
a candle stand and a floor cushion. |
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Two comfortable beds with 6" mattresses,
with Linen takes center stage in the Bed
Room, which also has a bedside stool, a
fresh fruit basket, a beautiful candle
holder, a clothes rack as well as a secure
place to place your valuables. The tent is
recommended as a twin sharing unit, however
can be comfortably converted to
triple-sharing basis in the event there is a
child under 12 years. |
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Decorated candles are placed at various
locations for the guest's convenience and
also adds to the splendor of the setting. |
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A flushable toilet with commode, shower
with hot/cold water and a stand with a wash
basin and a mirror are installed. |
Food & Beverages
We take pride in offering you a Fine dinning
experience through a romantic candle lit dinner or a
fun filled BBQ around a campfire with a chef in
attendance.
Service is our forte & it is evident from the many
compliments and accolades received from our varied
clientele.
Delighting you is the prime concern of our team, who
is willing to go the extra mile to pamper you.
And remember to try our array of local beverages.
It's complimentary, served out of a well-stocked
bar.
Other services
First-Aid
Our staff crew is well trained and equipped to deal
with any medical emergency concerning First-Aid.
Also a first-aid kit is always at hand whether it is
the camp site or during safaris.
Naturalist
The presence of qualified Naturalist is ensured at
our camps to enable the guests to gain first hand
knowledge and an insight about the environment,
flora and fauna etc.
Safari Vehicles
The Land Rover Defender- [The best 4x4] or a
modified pick-up truck for the safaris, thus the
client enjoy their safari time to the fullest
without any aches and pains. |
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