Holiday in Sri Lanka | Kalukanda House
Surfing in Sri Lanka
Experience Weligama, Sri Lanka’s surfing hotspot. Warm waters, perfect waves and surf schools just steps away. Ride, relax and soak in the coastal charm. Sri Lanka is fast becoming one of the world’s most popular surfing destinations, well known for wide stretches of azure blue, peeling waves. Our local instructors take beginners and advanced surfers out onto the water. You can also enjoy SUP (Stand Up Paddle) and boogy boarding …
Safari in Sri Lanka
Udawalwe National Park has the highest population of wild elephants and the baby elephant centre is a must stop to watch them being fed milk by park rangers. Leave at dawn and have breakfast on the way, watch the sunrise over Udawalawe Dam and join a Naturalist for your private morning safari experience in a Land Cruiser jeep. Wild Elephants, Buffalo, Eagles, Crocodiles are pointed out by your guide and adults and kids love the experience. Have a picnic lunch in the park….
Cultural Tours in Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan culture is diverse and a melting pot of indigenous snd global influences. At Kalukanda House we have a particular connection with the creatives and artisans from the past and present so we will take you to meet people who have devoted their lives to following their craft. Discover UNESCO World Heritage Galle Fort, Kandy Dancers in our gardens, Cricket at the International Stadium, Temples and Lighthouses. We showcase Sri Lanka through the people and our podcast gives a you a deeper dive into who the island is.…
Sri Lankan Cooking Class
Sri Lankan cuisine is world renowned for incredible flavours, spices are mixed in magical ways and local ingredients have healing properties ; island Cinnamon, native Jack Fruit, freshly caught Fish, Ayurvedic herbs and spices are all bought into our cooking as part of every day recipes. We are an island nation who lives off the produce of the land. Sri Lankan food is being discovered around the globe with world class chefs sharing heritage and modern recipes and even fusing them with other flavours. Our own chef will de-mystify the mouth watering dishes you will taste at the villa and take you on a tour of local markets…
Sri Lanka's Tea Plantations
Sri Lanka’s tea plantations are world famous, and Ceylon Tea is widely exported. Large estates are found around the island and concentrated in the central highlands known as the Hill Country. Closer to home just 20 minutes away, The Handunugoda Tea Estate is situated inland and it is the only White Tea Plantation on the island. Visit for a free tour where you will hear about the founding owner, see the estate in action and and sample from a wide range of delicious teas which you can buy …
Luxury Yoga Retreat in Sri Lanka
We have two shalas in our grounds. The smaller open cabana overlooking our pool is perfect for private practice, an intimate class and even a massage. Our larger shala in our extended gardens was added in 2023 and is now home to Rila Yoga Studio. This large space can be closed to the elements and Rila Yoga offer classes, Breathwork, Gong Baths, Meditation and Retreats within the magic you will feel in our gardens. If you are a passionate yogi and want to take your practice further, stay with us and join the accredited Yoga Teacher Training courses. Cradled in…
