From its palm-studded strips of glittering coastlines to the luxuriant hills of deepest emerald, Sri Lanka is a true island paradise. Steeped in mystery and sultry atmosphere, the vibrant culture of this deeply Buddhist republic is as complex and arresting as the scent of spice in its markets.
Famous for exporting Ceylon black tea, this tear-shaped island is actually an archipelago that is home to nearly 21 million people and has one of the highest per capita incomes among South Asian countries. Its rich cultural mix and gregarious inhabitants make this gorgeous patchwork country a joy to explore.
From the friendly inhabitants to the deliciously spicy food, the republic of Sri Lanka is a gorgeous adventure waiting to be discovered and enjoyed to the fullest.
Arugam Bay
Arugam Bay is an easy-going beach village offering Sri Lanka's best surfing, great lagoon trips and a variety of wildlife-spotting opportunities: at any time of year the surrounding region offers some superb opportunities for viewing birdlife, crocodiles and elephants. Arugam Bay is the perfect place to unwind, eat seafood and enjoy a mellow party scene.
Ella
Naturalists will love the rustic village of Ella: nestled in a tranquil valley, visitors to the area can look through Ella Gap to the plain nearly 1000m below or across the coast where, on a clear night, you can see the Great Basses lighthouse. Ella’s surrounding area is that of picturesque hills perfect for walks through tea plantations, temples and waterfalls. Also, a visit to Yala National Park offers a prime opportunity to see herds of wild elephants, leopards, reptiles and exotic birds.
Hill Country
Intrepid travellers will want to head into the Hill Country, where the residual heat of the plains fades into the lush, rolling hills of the tea plantations. Trekking parties frequently take 4-wheel drive vehicles into the well-maintained national parks in order to photograph elephants, monkeys, crocodiles, leopards and rare bird species.
Cricket
More sedate activities also take place on the island, none more beloved than cricket, the Sri Lankan national sport. Comparable to the European passion for football, the Sri Lankan love for the sport propelled the cricket team into the World Cup 2007 finals, and has the cricket world viewing them as a force to be reckoned with.
Sri Lanka
Featured marinas
featured marinas
Club Nautico Moraira
Built in 1985, the marina at Club Náutico Moraira is situated in the small coastal town of Moraira on Spain’s Costa Blanca strip, 80km nort
Marina Davila Sport
Located in the Port of Vigo on the Atlantic coast of Galicia in northwest Spain, Marina Davila Sport is a high quality marina with approxim
Port Adriano
Since it was built in 1992, Port Adriano is the reference point to explore one of the most attractive coasts in the Mediterranean.
Zighy Marina
Nestled on the coastline of the Musandam peninsula's rugged mountain fjords, that rise up to 2,100 meters above sea level, Zighy Marina is
Palm Beach Town Docks
The only public marina on Palm Beach island, Town Docks has been providing berthing for power and sail yachts up to 80m in length since the
Setur Çesme Marina
Set in one of the coast's most important resort towns, Çeşme Marina is a popular marina with approximately 240 berths for yachts up to 45m
Chub Cay Marina
With the resort currently under construction but still open and able to provide all services to incoming yachts with minimal disturbance,Ch
Charleston City Marina
One of the East coast's most popular marinas, Charleston City Marina is a high quality marina with over 19,000ft of berthing space for supe
Baker's Bay Marina
Found on the northern tip of the Great Guana Cay, the Baker's Bay Marina is a private club which is able to accommodate visiting yachts of
Port Golfe Juan
Port de Golfe Juan, lying 2.5 miles NE of Cap de la Croisette, is a small craft harbor which is protected by two breakwaters and has extens
Red Frog Beach Marina
The Red Frog Beach Marina is nestled in the Caribbean hurricane-free islands of Bocas Del Toro. The Marina at Red Frog Beach lies in the na
James Watt Dock Marina
With a dock existing in this location since 1878, James Watt Dock Marina has undergone a refurbishment to accommodate superyachts visiting
Marina Verolme
Marina Verolme occupies an area of over 350,000m, the pole gathers more than 60 companies, among shipyards, workshops and all the types of
Rybovich Marina
Recently redeveloped, the Rybovich Boatyard & Superyacht Marina is a first-class marina welcoming yachts up to 110m in length.
The Barcadere Marina
Located in the sheltered North Sound, The Barcadere Marina is the oldest place of berth in Grand Cayman.
