Immerse yourself in the last surviving aboriginal culture of Sri Lanka on a full-day private tour. Explore the Vedda Village, visit a historic temple, and enjoy a boat ride and high tea by Sorabora Lake.
- Veddha Village - We will take you to Dambana Veddha Village, the primary home of the last surviving aboriginal people of Sri Lanka and explore their unique way of life. As you enter the village, you will meet the Chief at his residence and seek his permission to tour the village. He you will take you towards the museum where you will receive a demonstration of their traditional hunting methods, cultural activities and folk dance.
Vedda Village in Dambana can be inscribed as one of the most iconic destinations in the Mahiyanganaya and in Sri Lanka..Archaeological proof intimate that modern Veddha’s Neolithic ancestors inhabited this island as far back as 10,000 BC.
*Includes driving time
- Mahiyangana Raja Maha Viharaya - Mahiyangana Raja Maha Vihara is an ancient Buddhist temple in Mahiyangana, Sri Lanka. It is believed to be the site of Gautama Buddha’s first visit to the country, and is one of the Solosmasthana, the 16 sacred religious locations in Sri Lanka.
Currently this temple has been declared as one of archaeological site in Sri Lanka.
* Includes driving time and lunch
- Sorabora Lake - Take a boat ride on Sorabora lake, a massive irrigation reservoir of ancient Bintanne.
Sorabora Wewa which was called the Sea of Binthanne in the ancient past, is unique to all other ancient reservoirs a this is considered the only existing reservoir which does not make use of a Bisokotuwa, the heart of all other large reservoirs of the country.
This ground breaking invention was the single factor which enabled the ancients to build massive reservoirs since 4th century BC.
* Includes hight tea and driving time back to the hotel
- Private transportation
- English-speaking driver and tour guide
- Lunch included
- Enjoy high tea
- All fees and taxes covered
- Boat ride experience
- Tips for guides
Your day will start with a private pick up straight from your hotel by one of our amazing local guides who will also be your driver for the day! Relax and enjoy the ride as we take you to Dambana Veddha Village, the primary home of the last surviving aboriginal people of Sri Lanka and explore their unique way of life.
Next you’ll visit the Mahiyanganaya Raja Maha Vihararya, a temple that’s steeped in history and spirituality.
And that’s not all! We’ll then make our way to Sorabora Lake, where you can enjoy a fun boat ride and take in the stunning views of the surrounding greenery. Your day will end with a delicious high tea session by the lake, complete with a variety of delicious treats.
The highlights of this tour include:
-Get unique inside the life of the last surviving aboriginal people of Sri Lanka
-Visit the Mahiyanganaya Temple, that is believed to be the site of Gautama Buddha’s first visit to Sri Lanka
-Take a boat ride on Sorabora lake and enjoy a high tea
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
