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Sigiriya: Ritigala Hike, Village Tour, and Cooking Class

By Ceylon Heights
Free cancellation available
Price is P 6,142 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travelers

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Private comfortable day tour by Jeep
  • Explore the mysterious ancient forest monastery of Ritigala
  • Experience the wormth and hospitality of a local village
  • Enjoy a relaxing catamaran boat ride on the serene and sparkling Lake
  • Learn authentic cooking secrets and local flavors directly from the villagers

Activity location

    • Anuradhapura
    • Anuradhapura, North Central Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Anuradhapura
    • Anuradhapura, North Central Province, Sri Lanka

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Sigiriya : Ritigala Hike & Village Tour with Cooking & Lunch

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

For the guest who is starting activity from Sigiriya area

Language options: English
Price details
P 6,141.70 x 1 AdultP 6,141.70
Total
Price is P 6,141.70

Dambulla : Ritigala Hike & Village Tour with Cooking & Lunch

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

This experience option for the guest who is staying at Dambulla, Kandalama area

Language options: English
Price details
P 6,141.70 x 1 AdultP 6,141.70
Total
Price is P 6,141.70

Habarana: Ritigala Hike & Village Tour with Cooking & Lunch

  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

This experience option for the guest who is staying at Habarana area.

Language options: English
Price details
P 6,141.70 x 1 AdultP 6,141.70
Total
Price is P 6,141.70

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Ritigala Mountain Hiking with entry tickets
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English speaking driver / guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Private transportation by Jeep, Car, Van or Tuk Tuk
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Pick up from Dambulla town and drop-off to Dambulla town OR
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Pick up from Sigiriya and drop-off to Sigiriya OR
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Pick up from Habarana junction and drop-off to Habarana junction
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Cooking experience with local villagers and Rice & Curry Lunch
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Village tour with catamaran ride at the village lake
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Snack with 1 l water bottle (500ml)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personnel expenses
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips and gratitude

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Feeding animals, Firework, Making fire
  • Not suitable for: People with altitude sickness, People with low level of fitness, People with mobility impairments, Pregnant women

What you can expect

Begin your tour from Dambulla, Sigiriya or Habarana a historically important city in the Central province of Sri Lanka, while experiencing its rural landscapes. Then travel to Ritigala, a mysterious mountain sanctuary hidden within the lush forests of Sri Lanka’s North Central Province. You can witness the ruins of a secluded Buddhist monastery believed to date back over 2,000 years during the Ritigala mountain hike.
Shrouded in cool mist and rich biodiversity, Ritigala Mountain offers visitors a serene escape from the ordinary. Stone pathways, meditation platforms, and beautifully preserved ruins blend harmoniously with the untouched jungle, creating an atmosphere of peace and timeless beauty.
After the hike, we are headed indulge in a village tour, immersing yourselves in traditional lifestyles, local cuisine, and authentic cultural experiences. While undergoing the warm welcome of the villagers, you can experience a catamaran ride in the village lake.
You can witness the preparation of an authentic Sri Lankan meal with locally sourced vegetables, fish and authentic spices and savor a delicious meal rich with vibrant flavors and traditional recipes passed down through generations.
After the tour, you’ll be comfortably dropped off in Dambulla town, Sigiriya and Habarana Junction bringing your memorable journey to a smooth and relaxing close.

Location

Activity location

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    • Anuradhapura
    • Anuradhapura, North Central Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Anuradhapura
    • Anuradhapura, North Central Province, Sri Lanka