For those searching for a more personalised yoga experience away from the larger hotels the Yoga Love Shala (follow the link for more info) may interest you. Rooms are also available in this traditional Sri Lankan home run by a French […]
Latest Ella Bus Timetable
This is the latest bus schedule for government (red) buses leaving from Ella bus station. There should be at least the same number of private (blue) buses leaving at other times. Ella to Ampara Departure times: 06:30 / 07:40 / […]
Reserve a Bus Seat in Advance in Sri Lanka
Arugam Bay For information on buses to and from Arugam Bay please see Getting Here. Reserve in Person You can only reserve tickets in advance on some private buses (not the government red buses). Go to the private bus stand […]
Reserve a Domestic Flight in Sri Lanka
Cinnamon Air Cinnamon Air fly 8-seater air taxis which in some cases also land on water. Destinations include: Ampara, Arugam Bay, Bandaranaike International Airport (Domestic Terminal), Bentota, Castlereagh, Colombo City – Waters Edge, Dickwella, Hambantota – Mattala, Jaffna, Kalpitiya, Kandy, Koggala, […]
New Facebook Group to Share a Safari
This is a new group to help travellers share safaris in Sri Lanka. The benefits are huge; not only will you save money but also reduce traffic, noise and pollution, helping to preserve the national parks of Sri Lanka. www.facebook.com/groups/srilankasafarishare/ (opens […]
Hideaway Yoga 2017
The schedule is 8.30am and 4.30pm Mon to Fri and 8.30am Sun, cost 1000LKR. Follow the Facebook link to view more details.
New Spa at the Blue Wave Hotel
It is now possible to get a massage at the new spa in the Blue Wave hotel. Follow the link to their Facebook page for more info. For other spa options in Arugam Bay see the page Ayurveda and Massage or […]
Understand the Sri Lankan Monsoon Seasons
Northeast Monsoon (Dec to Feb) The northeast monsoon is also known as the Maha Monsoon and affects the north and east of the island. Heavy rainfall and strong winds are common and it is generally worse as you travel further north. The […]
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