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Sri Lanka and Maldives
Sri Lanka is an incredibly diverse but relatively small island nation, Sri Lanka offers magnificent wildlife, world-class cultural attractions and glorious beaches. With no long distances to cover, even a short trip can include a wide range of experiences and activities such as spotting leopards and elephants on safari.
The Maldives has over a thousand iridescent islands glistening amongst the indigo lagoons of the Indian Ocean. Suspended off the southern tip of India, the Maldives is the epitome of pure escapism. Here world-class luxury is set amidst white sands and the turquoise calm belies the burst of color and life of the underwater gardens below. Explore some of the worlds best diving and snorkelling off the many thousands of vivid reefs, and wrecks teeming with vibrant, tropical marine life.
The Places You Will Stay
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98 Acres Resort and Spa
Ella, Sri Lanka
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Leopard Trails
Yala National Park, Sri Lanka
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LUX South Ari Atoll
Maldives
“I’ve taken three trips with ELEI and will continue to take more in the future. The time spent with elephants is so special and Heather plans out all the details of the trip for you so that you do not have to worry. There is also enough downtime that you’re able to explore on your own if you wish. I highly recommend ELEI for your choice of eco-tourism travel.” - Lindsey Glover
Lindsey Glover
“This trip was the perfect blend of adventure and leisure. From being with the elephants in Chiang Mai and learning so much about elephant conservationto snorkeling at the Pee Pee Islands. This was a trip of a lifetime! I will be back for another trip with ELEI to Support Heather’s mission”
Loren K.
Activities and Highlights
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9 Arches Bridge and Waterfall Hikes
Ella is a small village in the highlands of Sri Lanka, which is filled with tea estates, mountains, waterfalls. You will explore the 6 icons of Ella by Tuk Tuk which includes Ella Rock, 9 Arches Bridge, Little Adams Peak, Rawana Falls, Demodara Loop, Uva Halpewatte Tea Factory Tour.
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Wild Elephants and Leopards
Sri Lanka has great wildlife viewing, the highlights being wild Sri Lankan elephants and leopards. During your time at Udawalawe National Park, you will visit Transit Home, an elephant sanctuary that rehabilitates orphaned elephants to release them back to the wild around 4 years old. Transit Home is supported by the Born Free Foundation.
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Snorkeling and diving in Crystal Clear Waters
This beautiful luxury Maldives hotel, located on South Ari Atoll in a Marine Protected Area and a mere 20-minute plane ride from the airport of Male, offers one of the most unique stays. With 50 dives sites nearby, you can snorkel and dive to your heart’s content among the rainbow fish and shark whales.
“We travel not to escape life but for life not to escape us.”
- Unknown
Day 1: Arrive to Colombo and take the train to Kandy. In Kandy, you will spend one night.
Day 2 & 3: Travel from Kandy to Ella at the 98 Acres Resort and Spa. On Day 3, you will take a TukTuk Tour of the 6 icons of Ella which includes: Ella Rock, 9 Arches Bridge, Little Adams Peak, Rawana Falls, Demodara Loop, Uva Halpewatte Tea Factory Tour.
Day 4 & 5: Arrive at the Leopard Trails Camp located outside of Yala National Park. You will spend Day 4 in Yala National Park game viewing Sri Lanka leopards and sloth bears. On day 5, you will explore Udawalawe National Park game viewing the Sri Lankan wild elephants. This national park has the highest amount of elephant viewing in Sri Lanka. You will also visit Transit Home, an elephant rehabilitation and release program for orphaned elephants to go back to the wild.
Day 6-9: Arrive to the Maldives. On day 6, you will travel from Sri Lanka to the Maldives arriving at the LUX South Ari Atoll. Spend the next few days snorkeling, enjoying the crystal clear waters of the Indian Ocean.
Day 9: Trip Ending, Depart back home or continue your travel adventure.