Glamping tours at the Knuckles Mountain Range with Ceylon Valley Tours

GLAMPING TOUR PACKAGE 02 (02 NIGHTS / 03 DAYS TOUR)

Glamping Tour is the answer for those people who enjoy being outdoor activities and want to camp. View our glamping tours package deals below to find an affordable tour that fits your budget and time.

Day 1

• Pick up the clients from Kandy Hotel & drop at Gomaraya (Starting Point) by car/van with our chauffeur guide. Our trekker will come to the starting point to pick up the clients. From Starting Point to Camp Site off-road vehicle will be provided.
• Camp Site Check in Time – before 11:00 p.m.
• Lunch will be served at Campsite 12:30 pm
• At 2:00 pm guest will be taken on safari jeep to nearby freshwater rivers where they can experience massages in Natural Jacuzzi’s & freshwater snorkeling
• Return back for High tea
• High Tea will be arranged at the Camp Site
• The scrumptious local meal followed by a short night walk to see wildlife around the area. Guest will be equipped with torch & leech socks.
• Guest will be able to see sambar deer, red deer & mouse deer

Day 2

• Guest will have an early morning Breakfast at 7 am and leave campsite by 8:00 am to start trekking

(02 recommended hikes available – Trek to Knuckles OR Hike to Kandwasamy Rock
Guest can choose one of above)

• A picnic lunch & 2litters of water bottles will be given to each guest
• Return back to High Tea
• High Tea will be arranged in the Camp Site
• Guest can relax in soothing hands of nature after a worn out day of walking
• BBQ and bonfire Night where guest can talk about their thrilling day of adventure

Day 3

• 6:30 am Morning drive to see Knuckles range on a different scope. Here guest are given coffee and cake on the summit with a beautiful view
• Return back for breakfast at 8 30am/ 9:00 am
• Hike Kandwasamy Rock to visit ancient Hindu Kovil on the summit where also holds rich bird life & Ayurvedic flora
• Guest leave after breakfast

 COSTS FOR THE ABOVE TOUR (PER PAX)

Recommended Hikes what guest could choose to experience:

01.Trek to Knuckles- 16Km (Medium/Hard)

The Knuckles range derives its name from the similarity of its ridges to the knuckles of a closed fist. This mountain range lies in Kandy and Matale Districts of Central Sri Lanka. It is separated from the main Central highlands by the deeply incised valley of the Mahaweli river, commonly referred to as the ‘ Dumbara Valley’ (Dumbara means veiled with mist). The general landscape of the area is extremely rugged, with at least 35 peaks rising above 900m. The aggregation of spectacular peaks is a unique feature of the Knuckles forest range. The highest peak is Gombaniya (1900 m) The Knuckles mountains have been designated a forest reserve in recognition of its natural habitats that harbor some unique plants and animals, and in view of its importance as a watershed area, with several streams draining into the Mahaweli river basin. In the Eastern slopes, the streams drain to Mahaweli River through Sudu Ganga, Kalu Ganga &Ambang Ganga. In the Western slope, the streams flow to Mahaweli Ganga through Huluganga.

The highlands are extremely wet throughout the year, with an average annual rainfall of over 4000 mm, and temperature that ranges between 18-20° centigrade. The area is also exposed to strong winds during monsoon periods. The wide array of climate and landscape features in the Knuckles forest range have resulted in a rich composition of animals and plants, some of which are unique to Sri Lanka.

Knuckles forest range have resulted in a rich composition of animals and plants, some of which are unique to Sri Lanka.

Glamping Tours Plan at glance:

• Leave the campsite at 8 am. Guest will be given picnic lunch, 2litters water bottles & leech socks
• after official formalities the Hiking Expedition will commence
• En route to the summit, short and long rest stops will be allocated at designated locations. We will also provide ample stops for picture capturing on the trail.
• ETA 12 pm at the summit.
• Depart to the campsite on the way visit secret waterfall for the quick shower
• Arrive at a campsite for high tea

2. Hike to Kandwasamy Rock- 8km

On top of Kandasamy Mountain Rock at the western foot of Knuckles Proper, the view is 360 and is breath-taking. The site of the sunset is fascinatingly mesmerizing. On the summit, there is an ancient Hindu Temple which was built by the early settled Indian Tamil estate workers brought To Sri Lanka By the founder British Tea Planters In the Early 20^th century the Place inhabited by the Wild animals of the area. The vegetation is a wide range mostly strong dignified bushy trees able to withstand heavy blowing

Glamping Tours Plan at glance:

• Leave the campsite at 9 am. Guest will be given picnic lunch, 2litters water bottles & leech socks
• After official formalities, the Hiking Expedition will commence
• En route to the summit, short and long rest stops will be allocated at designated locations. We will also provide ample stops for picture capturing on the trail.
• Depart to campsite visit
• Arrive at the campsite for high tea

ATTIRE AND THINGS TO BRING FOR THIS ADVENTURE STAY

• Rain Coats
• Hiking boots with aggressive tread
• Torch
• Insect repellent sprays (make sure to check “DEET” contains under ingredients this will help keep of leeches)
• Hikers Backpacks

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

1. Any additional equipment needed other than things mentioned above will be charged extra.
2. The safety of all the guests while on tour is of utmost importance to us. All guests must agree to strictly abide.
3. By all instructions and directions are given while on tour by any personal

Above Give rates valid from 01^st August to 31^st October 2018.