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A boat with a canopy on a calm body of water during sunset. 1
People in a yellow kayak on a calm river surrounded by greenery. 2
A woman in a white dress sitting by a lakeside with a table of fruit and a glass of juice. 3
Kayakers on a calm lake with a large tree on the left and dense greenery in the background. 4
A calm lake with several colorful boats docked near the shore, a person rowing a boat, and a small shelter in the background. 5

Hidden Mahiyanganaya: Overnight Adventure with Ella or Yala Drop

By Beyond Escapes
Free cancellation available
Price is $475 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Discover the hidden paradise of Mahiyanganaya, an undiscovered indigenous region nestled between Sri Lanka’s east coast and the central highlands. This immersive overnight tour offers authentic local experiences, including waterfall trekking, a visit to a traditional Vedda village, a scenic boat ride on Sorabora Lake, a memorable lakeside breakfast, kayaking, and many more engaging activities. Perfect for nature lovers and cultural explorers, this journey reveals a lesser-known side of Sri Lanka through untouched landscapes, rich heritage, and meaningful local encounters.

Activity location

  • Mahiyanganaya
    • Mahiyanganaya, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Mahiyanganaya
    • Mahiyanganaya, Sri Lanka

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Hidden Mahiyanganaya: Overnight Adventure with Ella or Yala Drop

  • Earn $14.25
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 6:00AM
Price details
$475.00 x 1 Adult$475.00
Total
Price is $475.00

What's included, what's not

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    Private transportation
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    Service of an English-speaking driver
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    Waterfall trekking, Village Tour and Lunch
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    Lunch
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    Dinner
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    Wedda Village experience with a local guide
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    Breakfast
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    Sunrise experience, boat ride in Sorabora Lake, Lakeside Breakfast and Kayaking
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Expenses in personal nature
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    Gratuities

Know before you book

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Confirmation will be received within 24 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 1 paying adult
  • Children 4 Years +11 months and younger are complimentary when accompanied by a paying adult.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • At lease be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time.
  • Roundtrip transportation is available from most hotels in Selected Cities. Please arrange pickup from your hotel or a nearby location when you call to confirm your reservation.
  • Gratuity is not included and is left to individual discretion.
  • Adult Price is applicable for all the participants.
  • You should wear comfortable clothing.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Kandy / Mahiyanganaya

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight Stay at Keven’s Casa Hotel Mahiyanganaya.

Mahiyanganaya

  • 3h
06:00 Depart from Kandy with your private driver and enjoy a scenic two-hour journey to the lesser-explored region of Mahiyanganaya. 08:30 On arrival, begin a guided waterfall trekking experience with a local expert. Walk through peaceful countryside landscapes, passing paddy fields, irrigation canals, and forest paths. As the trail unfolds, be accompanied by birdsong and the distant sound of cascading water. Visit two hidden waterfalls, take time to relax, and explore the rich flora and fauna of the area. 12:30 Conclude the trek and have a Sri Lankan Lunch at the Village.

Veddha Village

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
13.30 Leave to visit the Wedda village of Dambana. The term “Wedda” translates to “people of the forests” and members of this indigenous community have been taking refuge in the Dambana forest for centuries. Learn more about their fascinating lifestyle of a forest dweller and how they have adapted to the changing times. 18:00 Arrive back at the hotel and enjoy the hotel facilities including dinner.

Day 2: Mahiyanganaya / Your next Destination

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included

Sorabora Lake

  • 4h
05:30 Depart from your hotel early in the morning to welcome a new day as the sun rises over the tranquil Sorabora Lake. Begin with a scenic one-hour boat ride across the vast 1,440-acre lake, taking in breathtaking views of calm blue waters and surrounding landscapes. Keep an eye out for birdlife—if you’re lucky, you may witness diving birds plunging into the water in search of their morning catch. Observe local fishermen practicing traditional fishing techniques as they skillfully enclose the fish and bring in their harvest. After the boat ride, head to the summit of Sorabora Rock for a memorable breakfast with a view. Here, a dedicated chef will prepare a freshly cooked, delicious breakfast while you enjoy panoramic lake vistas. Following breakfast, enjoy a one-hour kayaking session on the lake before continuing your journey onward to Ella or Yala.

Location

Activity location

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    Mahiyanganaya
    • Mahiyanganaya, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Mahiyanganaya
    • Mahiyanganaya, Sri Lanka

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