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Colombo, Sri Lanka
A day in the city (independence square and museum) Gangaramaya Park.
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Kandy, Sri Lanka
Kandy = more cultural/ transit stop (according to chat GPT)
2.30hr journey by car, no trains (best way is hire taxi)
Royal botanical gardens
Sri dalada Maligaws
Visit Temple of the Tooth
Walk around Botanical Gardens
Eat: Soul Food
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Sigiriya, Sri Lanka
Roy’s Hostel
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Trincomalee, Sri Lanka
Marble beach
- sunset dolphin watching snorkel with fish and turtles
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Pasikuda, Sri Lanka
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Arugam Bay Beach, Sri Lanka
Good surf camp spot - sea surf camp and star rest beach hotel
Should do Lagoon safari - less touristy amazing!
Top Surf Camps for May (East Coast & Surrounds)
Arugam Bay Surf Camp (Arugam Bay): Recommended for its prime location and comprehensive packages.
Safa Surf Camp (Arugam Bay): A solid choice for experiencing the peak East Coast season.
Star Rest Beach Hotel (Arugam Bay): Known for longer, immersive 25-day surf camp experiences.
Whiskey Point Resort (Whiskey Point): Ideal for beginners looking for a more relaxed, mellow wave compared to the main bay.
The Salty Pelican (Hiriketiya): While often considered South Coast, it is a top-tier, highly recommended boutique option if exploring the south-east during the shoulder season.
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Ella, Sri Lanka
Cool train journey to Ella from Kandy (7hrs) so scenic - one express train everyday (leaves 11:10? Check schedules and tickets sell quick)
Hike to Ella Rock, walk the nine arches bridge
Cooking class with the kitchen garden Ella restaurant and cooking class
Watch trains at Nine Arch Bridge
Hike Little Adam's Peak
Eat: Cafe Soul
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Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka
Get off the train to Ella at Nanuoya and get 15 min taxi - can explore the tea plantations and hike to lovers leap waterfall
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Tangalle, Sri Lanka
Beautiful beaches, surf lessons
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Hiriketiya, Sri Lanka