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3	1	Boat rides	Boat Safaris and catamaran Safaris	<ul>Boat rides on inland waterways in Sri Lanka would be a fascinating experience. If you are an adventure lover or nature lover, your journey will not be completed at least one boat ride in one of the water bodies in Sri Lanka.<br> <br>You would be able to travel through shady caverns and witness swimming elephants, singing fish, hungry crocodiles, bird flocks, and many more in your boat rides. Different water bodies and locations provide a different experience in your boat rides. </ul>	If you are an adventure lover or not without at least one boat safari in one of the water bodies in the country, your holiday won’t be completed. Different water bodies and different locations provide a different experiences in your boat safaris. Famous boat safaris are;	12/16/18, 5:06 AM	View Edit Delete
4	1	Hiking & Trekking	Trekking and Hiking	<ul>Sri Lanka is simply a paradise for hiking and trekking adventures. Hiking and trekking trails in Sri Lanka will allure any kind of adventure seeker. The rolling hills and range of mountains, tea plantations, beautiful cascades, rivers full of water, evergreen dense forests, field steps of paddy like Philippines Banaue rice terraces will give you an exceptional and unforgettable experience.<br> <br>During your hiking and trekking activities, you would be able to do caving, waterfalls exploration, rock climbing, bird watching, and many more activities in Sri Lanka.</ul>	Sri Lanka is simply paradise for Trekking and Hiking Adventures. That is because of its position near the equator which enhances the tropical climate together with divers’ terrain from mountains to flat to rolling plains to the Coastal belt. <br> Trekking and Hiking Trails in Sri Lanka will allure any kind of adventure seeker from around the world because the rolling hills and range of mountains, tea plantations, beautiful cascades, rivers full of water, evergreen dense forests, field steps of paddy like the Banaue Rice Terraces in the Philippines will give you an exceptional and unforgettable experience. <br> The different topographic features blessed with Sri Lanka provides opportunities to experience different activities such as caving, waterfalls exploration, rock climbing together with Trekking and Hiking. <br> There are famous trails around the country such as the hike to Mihintale, the hike to Sigiriya, the hike to Pidurangala, the hike to Ritigala, Trekking in Sinharaja Forest Reserve.	12/16/18, 5:13 AM	View Edit Delete
5	1	Angampora	p	<ul>Angampora, the traditional Sinhalese martial art is a unique feature of Sri Lankan history, culture, and heritage. It is not just art of combat but it is a combination of the power of the mind, soul, and body that embraces the forces of nature and cosmic energies.<br> <br>It is believed that Angampora was at its zenith during King Ravana’s period. The Sinhalese mythical heroic King, Ravana has been honoured by the Angam Gurus even today by lighting oil lamps before the start of the training. King Ravana is said to be a specialist in Ayurveda medicine and mastering pressure point healing. The deadly Angam fighting style uses pressure points techniques to disable and eliminate opponents has named after King Ravana.<br> <br>The history and the technique of the Angam never document. It has evolved from generation to generation in certain families. They have protected it as their life. During the colonial period, Angampora was ruled as illegal and shot the Angam Gurus and their families to maim them. However, it is protected.<br> <br>Angampora Training Centre in Athurugiriya will give you the basic idea of Angam, its’ evolution, and a small demonstration of basic techniques. You will enjoy this unique adventure activity.</ul>	S	12/16/18, 5:25 AM	View Edit Delete
10	1	Rock climbing, Abseiling	D	<ul>Rock climbing and waterfall abseiling would be the most exciting adventure activities you can do in Sri Lanka. The several rocks in the central highlands and some isolated rocks in the plain are ideal for rock climbers.</br> <br>Sri Lanka is blessed with about 400 waterfalls. Rather than enjoying the view of a stunning waterfall, abseiling would far beyond the limits of thrilling and excitement. Try waterfall abseiling in Sri Lanka, experienced and professional guides will look after you.	a	12/26/18, 3:56 PM	View Edit Delete
27	1	Caving (Speleology)	D	<ul>Caves in Sri Lanka have been used by the Buddhist monks as shelter monasteries since 232 BC. These caves have drip ledged to prevent the flowing of rainwater into the inhibited area in the cave.<br> <br> In the prehistoric era caves at Ratnapura, Kegalle, and Kalutara districts were utilized for prehistoric settlements. Pahiyangala cave near Bulatsinhala has yielded evidence of anatomically modern man in Sri Lanka more than 37,000 old. Several other human remains have been found in Batadomba-Lena near Kuruwitha, Beli-Lena at Kitulgala, and Alu-Lena near Kegalle (all these are rock caves).<br> <br>“Waulpane” limestone cave located near Pallebedda is a home for more than 200,000 bats. It is believed that “Nittevo”, a lost race in Sri Lanka sheltered in the “Mahalenama” cave located in Kumana national park.<br> <br><b>While you are in caving excises be careful; there might be a chance to find 37,000 years old stone tools or skeleton of humans or remains of prehistoric paintings or evidence of a lost race in Sri Lanka.</b> </ul>	j	2/3/19, 12:44 AM	View Edit Delete
11	1	Cycling, Mountain biking	Cycling and Mountain biking	<ul>Cycling through the paddy fields, rural villages, tea plantations, heritage sites, coastal roads, and cities would be a fantastic adventure experience while exploring Sri Lankan varied landscape, cultural heritage, village life, nature, and beaches.<br> <br>Sri Lanka is 65,340 square kilometers in size and its road network approximately 100,000 km covering every nook and corner of the country. There are some gravel paths, footpaths, cart paths, and estate roads. If you are a beginner or an expert, cycling through plains won’t excite you much but when reaching the central highlands it would be much more challenging but scenic beauty is breath-taking. </ul>	S	12/26/18, 3:58 PM	View Edit Delete
26	1	Kayaking, Canoeing and White water rafting	d	<ul>Kayaking, Canoeing, and white water rafting are popular adventure water sports in Sri Lanka. The 980 sq. km of Inland water bodies including rivers, reservoirs, and wetlands, and lagoons and bays around the country have provided ample opportunity for kayaking and canoeing in Sri Lanka.<br> <br>Three rivers in Sri Lanka have the required terrain to creates the opportunity for White water rafting. They are Mahaweli river between Ulapane and Gampola, Kitulgala and Sitawaka in are Kelani river, and Kotmale Oya between Hatton and Nuwara Eliya. However, Kitulgala in the Kelani river is the world-famous location in Sri Lanka for rafting.</ul>	d	2/3/19, 12:40 AM	View Edit Delete
15	1	Scuba diving, Snorkeling	SNORKELING & SCUBA DIVING	<ul><p>Scuba diving and Snorkelling be the most loved adventure activities of most tourists around the world to Sri Lanka. A holiday to the tropical island of Sri Lanka won’t complete without an underwater adventure. Most importantly if you don’t know how to snorkel or dive quality Sri Lankan instructors will teach you with high care and safety.</p><p><br> Conveniently rostered monsoons ensure that one half of the country’s coastal water is always in season for all aquatic pursuit. The West Coast from November to April and the north and east coasts from May to September. Underwater visibility in season is good and ranges from 50 to 100 feet down.<br> <br>Sri Lanka has 3 Marine national parks, naming Hikkaduwa marine national park, Pigeon Island marine national park located 1 km off the coast of Nilaveli, and Adam’s Bridge marine national park approximately 30 km northwest of Mannar, and Bar Reef marine sanctuary located 2 km off Kalpitiya. Bar Reef is the largest coral reef in Sri Lanka whereas Hikkaduwa is famous for its scenic coral reefs and colourful shoals, Pigeon Island is famous for its best remaining coral reefs of Sri Lanka and Adam’s bridge is rich with sea grasslands and the eggs and chicks of marine birds.<br> <br>Other best sites for snorkeling and Scuba diving are Ambalangoda, Gintota, Galle, Unawatuna, Weligama, Kudawella, Mahawella, Dickwella, Tangalle, and the famed Great and Little Basses on the south and south-east coast, Arippu, Silavatura, Kandakuliya, and Kalpitiya on the north-west coast and Negambo, Beruwala and Bentota on the western seaboard. East coast has exceptional underwater sites at Kalmunai, Kattankudy, Batticaloa, Tirrukkovil, Kalkudah, Passikudah, and Vakkari.<br> <br>For the skilled divers, archaeologists, and underwater photographers apart from treasures of coral and fish, the reef and see-beds another exciting attraction available in Sri Lanka. Submerged wrecks abound in coastal water, a legacy of more than twenty centuries of maritime trades and seafaring.</p></ul>	Sd	1/6/19, 2:20 AM	View Edit Delete
30	1	Surfing, Water-skiing, Windsurfing, Kite-surfing	H	<ul>Surfing, windsurfing, Water-skiing, and Kitesurfing are being thrilling experiences in Sri Lanka if your dream is dashing into the tropical blue water in the Indian Ocean. Due to the monsoon that works on opposite coasts during the year, Sri Lanka has provided year-round opportunities for those water sports.<br> <br>Arugam Bay on the north coast has ranked among the top 10 surfing destinations in the world. On the southwest coast, Hikkaduwa is the best surf destination. Weligama, Mirissa, and Matara are other surfing points that offer some of the best waves on the south coast.<br> <br>The best location for windsurfing and water-skiing is Bentota on the west coast. The waves, the surf, blue waters, and the sandy beach harbors Bentota as a windsurfer’s paradise. Hikkaduwa, Midigama, Polhena, and Tangalle Beaches on the south-west coast and lagoons in Kalutara and Negombo and the Blogoda Lake and Nilaveli and Uppuveli beaches in Trincomalee on the east coast are the best popular windsurfing and water-skiing destinations.<br> <br>Kalpitiya and kitesurfing go together because it is one of the best locations for Kite surfing in the world. There is an average wind of 18 – 20 knots during the summer from May to October. In the winter from December to March, there is an afternoon wind that favours the perfect kite surfing experience. Mannar also becomes popular for kite surfing.</ul>	n	2/3/19, 1:46 AM	View Edit Delete
24	1	Hot-Air Ballooning, Paramotoring, Sea Plane Ride	L	ad	<ul><font color="#333333" face="Lato, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 13px;">Air adventure activities in Sri Lanka is ranging from Hot air ballooning, Paramotoring, seaplane rides, and charter flight tours. Most of them are adrenaline-pumping activities. But once you settle down you will be thrilled and delighted with the wonderful sceneries of the earth below.</span></font><br></ul>	2/2/19, 3:14 PM	View Edit Delete
29	1	Sailing	r	<ul>Sailing is a wonderful option to enjoy the beauty of coastal areas in Sri Lanka. You will be able to witness whales and dolphins during your sailing expedition at Mirissa, Kalpitiya, or Trincomalee.<ul></ul></ul>	d	2/3/19, 1:35 AM	View Edit Delete
43	1	Off-road Adventure	Off-road Adventure	dfsdg	<ul>4WD adventure in Sri Lanka offers breathtaking challenging tracks with the clay contour, very slippery and muddy in the rainy season along sand dunes on the endless beaches, ride up steep hairpin bends through the tea estates, and cross streams in the national parks.</ul>	11/10/19, 2:15 AM	View Edit Delete