Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka - A real Jewel of a destination
Sri Lanka is a most enigmatic country and island with so much to see and do. We bring forward a superb itinerary covering some of the great areas of the country with some fantastic golf thrown in as well.
With so much to do we can cater for all your needs and build your itinerary to exactly suit you. From amazing, tranquil beaches and historic sites to jaw dropping landscapes and food to get every taste bud tingling. Sri Lanka has something for everyone. Culture, wildlife, snorkelling, diving and so much more.
Sri Lanka has an abundance of natural places of history that has built it’s culture through so many different era’s. There is the Uda Walawe National Park with it’s savannah grassland where you can see buffalo, crocodiles, deer and Indian elephants, amazing.
Food is extremely important in Sri Lanka and is a massive part of life, so wherever you are on the island you will find great food. Everything is bursting with flavour, full of spice and rich aromas.
The itinerary provided brings forward some amazing opportunities with accommodation and golf courses to meet every need.
We will put together your perfect itinerary.
Sri Lanka
Golf Courses in Sri Lanka
Victoria Golf Club
If you want a golf course with amazing views then this course is for you. Surrounded by hills, plantations and overlooking the Victoria Reservoir you are in a setting that would be hard to find anywhere else in the world.
A perfect exotic setting to play golf. This is a spectacular golf course, one that has been crafted in to the landscape and has sweeping fairways, magnificently set up and maintained.
It is a long course, just short of 7000 yards so it is going to test us mere mortal golfers.
Nuwara Eliya Golf
As one of the oldest golf courses in Asia The Nuwara Eliya Golf Club is full of history, tradition and a real sense of the past.
The course was developed originally for the British tea planters. The course and clubhouse still has the feel of those colonial days.
Large eucalyptus and cypress trees line the fairways. Interspersed with water hazards lots of undulations and hills you will need to be straight and on the fairways to score well around here.
This course, clubhouse and surroundings is different, a throwback in history mixed with a modern element as well.
Shangri-La’s Golf & Country Club in Hambantotais
The Shangri-La’s Golf & Country Club in Hambantotais the first resort course on the island.
The course is built on a coconut plantation, the palms enhance the spectacular views of the Ocean.
The course changes throughout the 18 holes. there is the dunes area with changes to elevation and stance, the ocean views where you have to keep your concentration, your really are in an idyllic place here and then the Sapphire Mine area with water hazards and large greens.
A resort course to really enjoy.
What golf tourists should expect when visiting Sri Lanka
Well Maintained Golf Courses
The lush green land of Sri Lanka makes for some wonderful golf courses in amazing settings.
The courses are always in great condition and provide differences between extremely traditional, colonial style golf courses and modern resort courses.
Extremely Friendly Welcome
The Sri Lankans are renowned for their friendliness, hospitality and humbleness. You will be provided with excellent service and definitely a friendly smile.
Religion
Sri Lanka has numerous religions that the population practice with Buddhism the main one.
As in any country obey the religious rules and traditions.
Dress Code
The dress code is relaxed, quite westernised, jeans, shorts, strapped dresses.
Just ensure if you are visiting temples etc that you are wearing appropriate dress to enter.
Food & Drink
Spice and warmth are the order of the day in Sri Lanka, wonderful curries, full of heat and spice.
Coconut in various ways, milk, oil, grated form the basis of a lot of dishes.
As long as you enjoy the spice and heat you will have a wonderful time eating Sri Lankan food.
Tourism
Tourism is a massive part of the Sri Lankan economy and the infrastructure is well built for all to enjoy.
Hotels in Sri Lanka
The Water Garden Sigiriya
The Water Garden Sigiriya is situated in the Cultural triangle where the hotel sits on the ancient water garden with views of the Sigiriya Rock, an ancient rock fortress which you just have to climb, though it could take 2-3 hours to do so! The rock is called Lion rock as you can see from the photo in the itinerary. Such an amazing sight to see.
The Coffee Bungalow
The Coffee Bungalow is set in the heart of Kandy surrounded by picturesque hills and foliage. The Coffee Bungalow Kandy is full of history, it was built in 1860. You will feel you have been transported back in time just with the feel and ambience of the property. This is a tranquil place, one to relax in and enjoy the splendours of Sri Lanka. The service level is of the highest order.
Amaya Langdale
Amaya Langdale - Nuwara Eliya The area around this wonderful property is surrounded by hills of tea plantations that date back to the 18th century. Amaya Langdale – Nuwara Eliya provides a secluded getaway to soak up the true Sri Lanka with a feel of the Old Colonial ways. Tennis courts, outdoor swimming pool and luxury spa facilities provide fantastic facilities.
Shangri-La’s Hambantota Golf Resort & Spa
Shangri-La’s Hambantota Golf Resort & Spa - The hotel & resort sits along the ancient Spice Route in Sri Lanka. It is situated in an area of National Parks, the Yala, Udawalawe, Lunugamvehera and Bundala National Parks where you can see the native wildlife of Sri Lanka. The food within the resort is exceptional with a myriad of choice to suit all tastes.
FAQs about Sri Lanka
When is the best time to visit Sri Lanka for golf?
Though a small island Sri Lanka has a wide variety of weaqther at any one time, depending where you are on the island. Two monsoons hit the island every year, one in the North East of the island, this can affect the whole of the island. The south west monsoon is more dedicated to the south and west and the high hills.
Irrespective of rainfall the coastal temperature stays around 25 degrees, the hills definitely a little cooler.
So the best time to visit the south and west coasts is between December to April. On the east coast the best time is May to October.
Is there a language barrier in Sri Lanka?
There is no language barrier for people visiting from the UK. Sri Lanka and certainly the tourist areas you will find English is spoken widely.
What is the temperature in Sri Lanka?
The average temperature in Sri Lanka is 32 degrees. The variances are between 25 degrees to 36 degrees.
Do you need a visa to enter Sri Lanka?
Yes, a visa must be obtained prior to entering Sri Lanka.
What is the flight time to Sri Lanka?
The average direct flight time to Sri Lanka is approximately 11 hours, making it a perfect winter destination for golf.
Contact us.
For more information, enquire about a bespoke itinerary or to book a holiday to Sri Lanka, please complete the form to the right and we will be in touch.“Sri Lanka offers so much, from forest to sea. The sights to take in are breath-taking, the wildlife, the scenery the tea and coffee plantations. This is the most wonderful country to explore. What better way to see the country than to intersperse the amazing things to do with some golf, in spectacular settings”