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Catrin & Bharatha & Team
individual travels
We are travel specialists with a preference for wellbeing and wellness. We focus on Ayurvedic treatment holidays, yoga retreats, coaching vacations, round trips or beach holiday with excursions. Write us and we will put together an individual offer for you and your family. We gladly book your dream hotels anywhere at the island. We arrange a special event on this island for you, your family, friends or clients.
Holidays with friends
Catrin and her Sinhalese husband Bharatha from SRILANKAREISEN.CH have organized a dream holiday for us for three weeks. All the wishes of our family of four were fulfilled, we have seen many animals, visited a turtle farm, eating street food, enjoyed paradise beaches, visited a tea and a cinnamon plantation, bought jewelry, visited a temple and much more. We also had time, just to do nothing, to relax and enjoy our hotel Bobos Bed & Breakfast in Ahungalla. SRILANKAREISEN.CH is strongly rooted locally, this allows many beautiful encounters with the local people. At the same time they understand the European needs and responds to them. Our holidays could not have been more beautiful.
Asja & Stefan from Switzerland, April 2018
Round trips
Come with us around the island. We organize round trips, excursion, pick up and drops. All individually.
from CHF 2'200.- per person, minimum 2 persons in the tour, incl. VAT, excluding flight costs.
For your health and balance
Sri Lanka now!
Wellness Week BoBo's Bed & Breakfast
two persons sharing a double room CHF 900.- incl. VAT excl. flight
14 nights Ayurveda light BoBo's Bed & Breakfast
one person in a double room
CHF 2900.- incl. VAT excl. flight
10 Days wellness with coaching
one person in a double room
CHF 1600.- incl. VAT excl. flight
Our exclusive selection of Hotels
We have hand picked this selection of hotels for you.
14 nights Ayurveda Individual Duwabedda, Kosgoda Cinnamon Estate,
CHF 3500.- per person, 2 persons sharing apartment incl. VAT. without flight costs.
14 night Ayurveda Light BoBo's Bed & Breakfast, Ahungalla
for one person in a double room
CHF 2900.- incl. VAT excl. flight
13 nights Pure Nature Ayurveda House, Bentota
from CHF 2'800.- per person incl. VAT without flight costs.
14 nights ANANDA Ayurveda Resort, Kosgoda
from CHF 4000.- per person incl. VAT without flight costs.
14 nights Roman Lake Ayurveda, Balapitiya
from CHF 2'750 per person incl. VAT without flight costs.
Shakti Vani Ayu, Ayurveda, Kalkudah
from CHF 3500.- per person incl. VAT without flight costs.
Santani Wellness Resort, Kandy area
From CHF 600 one night for two persons incl. breakfast and VAT.
Imagine Villas, Kamburugamuwa
From CHF 250 one night for two persons incl. breakfast and VAT.
Fort Printers Hotel, Galle Fort
From CHF 220 one night for two persons incl. breakfast and VAT.
Villa Nil Menik,
Private Villa
Kosgoda
From CHF 80.- one night for two persons incl. breakfast and VAT.
Lassanai Residence, Ahungalla
From CHF 100 one night for two persons incl. breakfast and VAT
Uyana Boutique Retreat & Hotel
Ahangama
From CHF 150 one night for two persons incl. breakfast and VAT.
Ayurveda - we love
Come to Sri Lanka and experience Ayurveda
Ayurveda About
Knowledge of Life
Ayurveda is the over 5000 year old written medicine of India, which deals mainly with the maintenance of the harmony of body, mind and soul. The word Ayurveda is a combination of the words "Ayus," meaning "life" or "life principle" and "veda," which means a system of knowledge. In summary, "Ayurveda" can be translated as "knowledge of life". Ayurveda means "the knowledge of healthy life". Ayurveda tries to heal people in a holistic sense.
Ayurveda is for whom?
For men and women in the following life situations:
Ayurveda
Inner Wisdom
Ayurveda makes you more calm and order in your everyday actions and also in your feelings and thoughts. This creates a space for the development of creative processes and for spiritual growth. Learning to live from your inner live wisdom. This is the basic mission of Ayurveda. Ayurveda is a philosophy of life that is used to purify the soul and detoxify the body. Ayurveda is a holistic life wisdom or life science that includes Ayurvedic massage and cleansing techniques, nutrition science, yoga and botany.
Ayurveda - a life style
A lifestyle for health and healing
Ayurveda is not a cure in itself. It is probably a way of life, a way to understand life. It describes a lifestyle for health and healing. The focus and goal of Ayurvedic treatment is to activate the body's self-healing powers. Living in harmony with nature and with yourself often means that you have to purify your body energetically and physically and that you adapt your diet to your individuality.
Market
Every Monday the colorful market in Aluthgama takes place. The market runs from the railway line towards Dharga Town. Here you will find vegetables, fish, tea, spices and clothes. To walk around at the market and deal a bit gives you a wonderful feeling out the real Sri Lanka life. The market is full of sound and excitement.
Ambalangoda
There are about 56,000 inhabitants in the city of Ambalangoda. This is a the center of folk culture of the southwest coast of Sri Lanka. The city is famous for the mask carving and cultural dance. This city is more about the locals than turists. Half a day in the city is very interesting.
Cinnamon Plantation
Sri Lanka is one of the largest manufacturers of cinnamon in the world. On this excursion, we visit a company that produce cinnamon in the area. We learn how cinnamon is produced, how cinnamon is grown, harvested and processed. We see the end products of the cinnamon production and can also buy some products: cinnamon sticks, cinnamon powder, cinnamon oil etc.
Ayurveda Pharmacy
We visit an Ayurveda pharmacy. You can spend hours here. Powder, tea, cream, herbs, oils and other products are sold here. Everything for body, mind and soul. Products for detoxification, hair removal, skin, eyes, ears and lips. Everything for men and women.
Kande Vihara Temple
Close to Aluthgama, on Kande Vihara, the sacred mountain, is the largest seated Buddha figure of Sri Lanka. It is about 50 meters high and about 45 meters wide. It was completed in 2008 after many years of construction. The Kande Vihara Temple is a daily attraction for countless of believers.
Shopping
Excursions for shopping are always very popular. The following products can be found at very good prices or from good quality: tea, moonstones and gemstones, Ayurvedic products, dresses, masks, cinnamon, spices, antiques etc. Come with us for a day or half a day of Shopping. We can take you close by in the region, go to Colombo or to Galle.
Turtle Hatchery
A visit to the turtle farm is well worth it. Here you get to know the different types of turtles. We understand how the animals lay their eggs, what they eat, how to look after them, etc. In the farm we can see the newborn turtles, old turtles, disabled ones and even some few albino turtles. If you dare you can touch certain varieties as well.
Lunuganga Estate
The Lunuganga Estate was the home of the renowned Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa. He bought the estate in 1949. The 15 acre property is located on the shores of Dedduwa Lake, in Bentota. Bawa called the property Lunuganga, which means Salt River in Sinhala. Bawa continued to develop the house and the gardens in Lunuganga for forty years, until his death in May 2003. Since Bawa's death in 2003, Lunuganga has been run by a group of his close friends who make up the Lunuganga Trust. The gardens are now open to the public and the buildings on the estate are managed as a seasonal country house hotel.
Bevis Bawa Garden
Bevis Bawa Brief Garden is a worthwhile destination for tourists in the region of the Beruwela / Bentota. It is located about 10 kilometers northeast of Aluthgama by the village Kalawila. The English landscape garden has been gradually created from 1929 by the owner Bevis Bawa from a former rubber plantation. The tour through the garden does not take long. Sometimes the path leads through jungle-like places, sometimes it opens the view over artificial visual axes. Opening hours 08.00-17.00, admission is chargeable. http://briefgarden.com
Ariyapala & Sons
In the Ariyapala Mask Museum, a nice introduction to the folk culture of the masks and the meaning behind it. In the museum you will learn a lot about the history behind the masks. In the production area you will be able to admire the colorful and with much patience and skill created masks. Masks of demons, gods and heroes are made according to ancient tradition. A visit to the shop next door is a must. For more information
River Safari
We normally go for the river safari on the Bentota River, but also very popular is the Madu River. The ecosystem around the rivers is very diverse. During the river cruise for some hours we will see the mangrove forests, birds, fish and if we are lucky even a crocodile or two. The river safari is very suitable for children.
Handunugoda Tea Factory
Herman Teas in Ahangama calls himself an independent global luxury tea brand. The plantation is located in the southern province of Ahangama. The passion of Malinga Herman Gunaratne, "Mr Herman", is it to produces tea in the family-run factory. In addition to the production of black tea, Mr. Herman also produces one of the world's most expensive teas - the "Virgin White Tea“. We take a little walk in the plantation, drink a cup of tea, visit the small factory and if we are lucky, we can will even have small tasting. For more information
Yala National Park
Yala National Park is Sri Lanka's most popular and most visited national park. Yala National Park is the oldest nature reserve in Sri Lanka. There are about 30 mammals and over 130 bird species to watch. Most commonly seen are elephants, leopards, sloth bears, crocodiles, mongooses, monkeys and, of course, the diversity of birds. The park can only be visited with a local guide. We start this day trip early in the morning. We want to be in the park at 6am. The tour in the park is done in an open safari jeep.
Antiques
Sri Lanka has an old tradition in making furniture and wood. Along the south and west coast there are some beautiful antique shops with furniture, pictures, doors, lamps, and other very decorative objects from the colonial era. If you are interested: the goods can also be shipped to Europe. A full day trip is recommended here
Galle Fort
A trip to Galle Fort is part of every trip to Sri Lanka. Galle Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that invites you to linger, stroll, shop and enjoy. The Portuguese began to build the port city in the 16th century, the Dutch took over the city in the 17th century and finished the work. Subsequently, it was used for the most part by the English, after it was taken over by the Dutch in 1796. The lighthouse and the city walls are the landmarks of the city. Galle Fort has a lot to offer: lots of small streets, colonial style buildings, charming shops, exclusive hotels, good food and much more..
Whale Watching
Would you like to see the biggest mammals of this planet close up? Then come on the boat in the Indian Ocean on the south coast. From Mirissa, whale watching is recommended. The tour starts at 06.00 in the morning. If you are lucky dolphins are also seen.
Uda Walawe National Park
Among the most popular national parks in Sri Lanka is Uda Walawe in the south of the country. Especially the many free-living elephants make it a popular destination. The approximately 300 square kilometers large park was declared a nature reserve in 1972. In addition to some forests, there are mainly open grasslands here. Accordingly, there are good opportunities for animal sightings, especially at rivers and waterholes.
Plan you trip
Before you start the trip to Sri Lanka, here are some useful information.
Visa
SRI LANKA
You can conveniently apply for and pay for your visa online at www.eta.gov.lk. You can apply upon arrival at the airport. To apply for a visa, you need a valid passport (valid for 6 months), a valid return ticket and proof of sufficient funds for the stay. Price for the moment USD 35.- per person and visa.
Health
SRI LANKA
After no new infections were registered in the country for three and a half years, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared Sri Lanka malaria-free in September 2015. Nevertheless, it is recommended to protect against mosquito bites. In case of fever, one should control the blood, since there is also the danger of other diseases. The following vaccinations are recommended for everyone: diphtheria, tetanus, poliomyelitis, measles, hepatitis A in specific situations, the following vaccinations are recommended: hepatitis B, typhoid fever, rabies, Japanese encephalitis
Time Zone
SRI LANKA
The time difference between Sri Lanka and Central European Time Zone is 4 1/2 hours in winter and 3 1/2 hours in summer. Sri Lanka is in the so-called "Indian Standard Time (IST)" time zone.
Money
SRI LANKA
The official currency is Sri Lanka Rupee (RS). The rupee is divided into 100 cents. Usually people pay cash in Sri Lanka. Card payments are possible in larger hotels and shops. Cash can also be withdrawn well at ATMs. Very often, US dollar, EURO and Swiss Francs are also accepted as currency..
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