Visit the site of Gautama Buddha's first visit to the country, Mahiyangana Temple, and take the blessing from the temple. Stay for two overnights and observe Sri Lanka's remote village and take the unique experience as well can be met Sri Lanka's Vedda people, while you are enjoying, being able to taste pure jaggery and cup of toddy with traditional village foods. End of the tour a chance to ride a boat ride on the Mapakanda river with your friends and partners.
Mahiyanganaya Village Adventure: Experience Veddha Culture and Nature
$394
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About This Tour
Inclusions
Transportation in a A/C Vehicle
English speaking guide for the entire tour
All Govt. Taxes and Surcharges
Mineral Water Bottle
Exclusions
Any tours to cities not mentioned above
Any other services not mentioned above
Tour Plan
Itinerary
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Day 1 Kandy to Dambana
Experience Veddha’ way of life, Sri Lanka’s aboriginals. This is a one night and two days Veddha village camping experience which enables you to interact with them, dance with them, take a nature trail in the jungle with Veddha’s to study how they hunt for food and to learn their way of life. This trip also enables you to experience an scenic nature trail in Pitawala Pathana Plains and beautiful Riverstone area in Matale.
Pick up from Kandy and drive to Veddha Village
Lunch at Veddha Village Camp
Take a bush walk in the jungle with Veddhas. Veddha’s will demonstrate their hunting methods
Dinner at the camp
Overnight stay at the camp
Day 2 Dambana
Breakfast at the camp
Morning walk in the mountains to see caves with Veddhas
Back to Veddha Village camp to freshen up
Visit a Veddha dwelling
Lunch at the camp
Take another jungle/village walk in the afternoon
BBQ dinner amidst roaring camp fire and Veddha dances
Overnight stay at the camp
Day 3 Dambana to Kandy
Breakfast at the camp
Drive to Kandy via Riverstone and Mini World’s end. Have a trek in Pitawala Pathana Plains with a picnic lunch
Trip ends in Kandy about 5 PM approximately
Meeting / Pickup
Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.
Know Before You Go
- Passport required
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
Cancellation Policy
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
- We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event
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4 Comments
4.4
We immersed ourselves in the vibrant Veddha culture while exploring the lush surroundings of a quaint village, and it was truly enchanting. The meals were a highlight, offering us a taste of local flavors that reflected the rich traditions of the area. While the experience was mostly seamless, we would have loved a bit more time to engage with the community and learn about their daily practices in depth.
4.8
We had an amazing time exploring the rich Veddha culture and the stunning landscapes around Mahiyanganaya. The local meals, particularly the traditional dishes, truly brought the vibrant flavors of the village to life, though we wish there had been a bit more variety in the options provided.
4.8
Wandering through the lush trails of Mahiyanganaya, I was captivated by the warmth of the Veddha people and their rich culture, especially during an unforgettable night spent in a traditional village hut.
4.4
Our family found a true connection with nature and the local culture, especially during the evening storytelling sessions around the fire, where the Veddha tales transported us into another world.