Skip to content
AIRBNB EXPERIENCES

Unique things to do in Southern Province

Book unforgettable activities hosted by locals on Airbnb.

Top-rated activities

Traditional Gems and Jewelry Workshop
I welcome all ages, children, families, couples and groups to come and create a lasting memory with me.This workshop demonstrates you how to make a custom piece of jewelry using precious metals such as Gold or Silver. Your "experience" is to actively participate and get your hands on Melting metals/Gauging/ Soldering/Designing/Hammering/ Embedding gems/Smoothing and Polishing involves in jewelry making. You will become familiar with all Traditional techniques that are involved. *If you have been dreaming of wearing a piece of jewelry made by yourself then, this experience is for you. Apart from that you have the opportunity to:- * Touch and examine Rough and Polished (precious, semi- precious) gems from local mines. * Learn how to Identify real gems from fakes. *** Buy all types of Gemstones and custom made Jewelries for a very low non- touristic price*** * Get a Free "moonstone "at the end of the experience. ~~~ This is a working demonstration class which demonstrates you how to make a piece of jewelry in traditional way ,so If you wish to take what you make with you , then you will have to pay for the Metal and Gems involved in the piece.( very reasonable Non Touristic price) But you don`t have to Buy anything unless you want to as we give chance for you to practice with a custom piece ~~ ~You can bring your own jewelry designs to be handmade by yourself~
Sunrise hike to Ella Rock
I’ll offer a pickup from your place and we will start the hike at 3:30 AM (Pickup is free if you stay 2KM from downtown) It's not just about enjoying a peaceful sunrise from the top of Ella rock and I'm not here just to show you the directions. Sunrise will happen around 6 am and the hike doesn't take 2:30h. We will be having a peaceful walk sharing stories about the country and culture rather than rushing to the top. If it's not right after the full moon, then I know the darkest spots in town for stargazing. (Can order a shooting star or two for you) Peak is less crowded than little Adams or any other peak in Ella town so you can enjoy a peaceful sunrise. Daytime is all about flora and fauna, and answer any of your questions regarding Sri Lanka. I come from a family where one of my granddads is a Sinhala doctor for snack bites and other is a hunter. I grow up with them in a village near the largest rainforest in South Asia. So I'm a natural when it comes to animals and plants. Depending on my availability, it's possible to extend this into a full-day tour upon request. FAQ No leaches haha It doesn't usually rain in the morning. A bit of rain at night makes the hike fresh. You don't need to be adventurous to try this, just need to get up at 3 If it rains in the morning, I cancel the hike and refund you in full or else you can cancel a booking 24h prior to the start.
Explore ella in deep- a full day tour
Summary - sunrise at Little Adam's Peak , Tea plantation visit, Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Demodara Railway loop , Ravana Falls, Secret waterfall +great experiences in off the beaten track. This tour covers the top must do activities at Ella, Sri Lanka. Meeting point for the tour is Ella railway station. First we will hike to see the sunrise at little Adams peak mountain.its the best and most convenient place to see the sunrise at Ella. You can experience the changes of nature with the sunrise, specially the clouds and the continuing plane towards coast of Sri Lanka. This is more than a hike and you will learn much on flora and fauna, history and folkore of Sri Lanka and Ella too Afterwards, i will stop for your breakfast and then start walk to the nine arches bridge . Its a colonial era viaduct and it is considered as most beautiful railway bridge in Sri Lanka. we can see the train passing the bridge and it is worthy to have that experience. Then we will visit famous Demodara Railway station . at there you can see the spiral railway loop. During this drive, we will stop in a beautiful tea field(not a factory) and you will learn much about tea and history of ceylon tea. After these key sights, we will bring you to experience a rice / paddy Cultivation in an authentic village at Ella. Then we will visit a secret waterfall and a village temple as the final site
Traditional Cooking Class In Unawatuna
At nautilus Cooking Class, you'll be able to shop at the market, cook authentic srilankan food, and eat eight favorite Srilankan dishes. The day will be divided into two parts that will have exploring the biggest fresh markets (Greenmarket,Fishmarket)in City of Galle —where you shop for fresh ingredients before you cook them. Then, take Tuk-Tuk back to the cooking school. The cooking class will be conducted in nice seaview balcony where you will be introduced to Srilankan exotic ingredients, including vegetables, spices, and herbs. What We Cook : Rice Three vegetable curry Dhal curry (lentil) Fish or Meat (Chicken) Coconut sambol Papadum when the class is done you can eat what you cook unill your stomach is getting full. Other things to note Please inform me 24Hours before you book
Alternative Galle Fort - walking tour
If you like walking tours that are non traditional, quirky and has a touch of satire to it, then this is where you sign up. Galle Fort is a visual metaphor that brings to light the modern Sri Lanka that you have visited. My walking tours are an interactive and conversation driven experience where the participant can explore their interests in people, art, culture and history. This is an insiders perspective of how you can best experience the Unesco World Heritage Site while also gaining clarity on your entire journey here in Sri Lanka. Let me help you decode the magic and the mystery of Galle Fort. Other things to note If you are looking for a show and tell lectured tour - this is not for you.

All activities near Southern Province

Traditional Gems and Jewelry Workshop
I welcome all ages, children, families, couples and groups to come and create a lasting memory with me.This workshop demonstrates you how to make a custom piece of jewelry using precious metals such as Gold or Silver. Your "experience" is to actively participate and get your hands on Melting metals/Gauging/ Soldering/Designing/Hammering/ Embedding gems/Smoothing and Polishing involves in jewelry making. You will become familiar with all Traditional techniques that are involved. *If you have been dreaming of wearing a piece of jewelry made by yourself then, this experience is for you. Apart from that you have the opportunity to:- * Touch and examine Rough and Polished (precious, semi- precious) gems from local mines. * Learn how to Identify real gems from fakes. *** Buy all types of Gemstones and custom made Jewelries for a very low non- touristic price*** * Get a Free "moonstone "at the end of the experience. ~~~ This is a working demonstration class which demonstrates you how to make a piece of jewelry in traditional way ,so If you wish to take what you make with you , then you will have to pay for the Metal and Gems involved in the piece.( very reasonable Non Touristic price) But you don`t have to Buy anything unless you want to as we give chance for you to practice with a custom piece ~~ ~You can bring your own jewelry designs to be handmade by yourself~
Guided Safari in a specially designed Land Rover Defender
(Contact me if dates aren’t showing) Park Entrance ticket not included (approx $30 per person) We will start the Safari from the car park of the Palatupana Entrance of the Park or Hotel (Free hotel pick up can be arranged if in the Yala vicinity) The specially designed safari jeep which is a Land Rover Defender sits 6 people comfortably. The retractable windshield is made just for low angle photography and to maximize the scenic views surrounding you Once we go through the standard process of entry into the park, we will start exploring the second biggest national park in Sri Lanka which is home to the Largest Leopard population in Sri Lanka Your experienced driver also acting as a tracking guide will listen carefully to the distress calls of the monkeys, deer and birds will understand the behavior and the movement of the leopards on that day. Therefore, he will drive in the routes that will give you the best chance of seeing the big cats Be sure to keep an eye out for the exclusive Sri Lankan Sloth Bear and Elephants amongst other species. Yala is also a true haven for seasonal migratory & resident birds Water and soft drinks available FOC. Meals and snacks can be arranged at cost upon discussion Upon completion of the tour, we will bring you back to the original pick up point FULL DAY SAFARI (6am-6pm) can be arranged upon request & availability
Sunrise hike to Ella Rock
I’ll offer a pickup from your place and we will start the hike at 3:30 AM (Pickup is free if you stay 2KM from downtown) It's not just about enjoying a peaceful sunrise from the top of Ella rock and I'm not here just to show you the directions. Sunrise will happen around 6 am and the hike doesn't take 2:30h. We will be having a peaceful walk sharing stories about the country and culture rather than rushing to the top. If it's not right after the full moon, then I know the darkest spots in town for stargazing. (Can order a shooting star or two for you) Peak is less crowded than little Adams or any other peak in Ella town so you can enjoy a peaceful sunrise. Daytime is all about flora and fauna, and answer any of your questions regarding Sri Lanka. I come from a family where one of my granddads is a Sinhala doctor for snack bites and other is a hunter. I grow up with them in a village near the largest rainforest in South Asia. So I'm a natural when it comes to animals and plants. Depending on my availability, it's possible to extend this into a full-day tour upon request. FAQ No leaches haha It doesn't usually rain in the morning. A bit of rain at night makes the hike fresh. You don't need to be adventurous to try this, just need to get up at 3 If it rains in the morning, I cancel the hike and refund you in full or else you can cancel a booking 24h prior to the start.
Ella One Day Tour by a Tuk-Tuk
Join me at Ella , amazing mountain village at Uva Province of SriLanka. Experience the one day Tuk-Tuk ride and create memories you cannot forget. It's not only site seen Tuk-Tuk Summary - Ella Little Adam's Peak, Nine Arches Bridge, Demodara Loop, Rawana Waterfall, Halpe Black Tea Factory. I will pick you from any hotel/villa you staying around Ella. First we will hike to Ella Little Adam's Peak (to see the best sun rice) Little Adams peak is the best place to see the Ella gap and the plain continues to the southern coast of Sri Lanka. This is more than a hike and you will learn much on flora and fauna, history and folkore of Sri Lanka and Ella too Then we will visit Nine Arches Bridge. is the most attractive colonial era viaduct in Sri Lanka. We will ride you to this unique bridge and show you the best spots to take your memorable photos. Afterwards, Demodara Railway Loop and Railway station, is a highlight of upcountry railway track. Also this is the only railway station in the world that has spiral railway track and a tunnel made just upon it. Then we drive to Rawana waterfall, is the most massive waterfall at Ella and we will drive you there during this tour Then we drive to Halpe Black Tea Factory, This remarks another highlight. you can explore the tea making process and taste the fresh tea During this tour i can stop as you request to get the meals & refe
Explore ella in deep- a full day tour
Summary - sunrise at Little Adam's Peak , Tea plantation visit, Demodara Nine Arch Bridge, Demodara Railway loop , Ravana Falls, Secret waterfall +great experiences in off the beaten track. This tour covers the top must do activities at Ella, Sri Lanka. Meeting point for the tour is Ella railway station. First we will hike to see the sunrise at little Adams peak mountain.its the best and most convenient place to see the sunrise at Ella. You can experience the changes of nature with the sunrise, specially the clouds and the continuing plane towards coast of Sri Lanka. This is more than a hike and you will learn much on flora and fauna, history and folkore of Sri Lanka and Ella too Afterwards, i will stop for your breakfast and then start walk to the nine arches bridge . Its a colonial era viaduct and it is considered as most beautiful railway bridge in Sri Lanka. we can see the train passing the bridge and it is worthy to have that experience. Then we will visit famous Demodara Railway station . at there you can see the spiral railway loop. During this drive, we will stop in a beautiful tea field(not a factory) and you will learn much about tea and history of ceylon tea. After these key sights, we will bring you to experience a rice / paddy Cultivation in an authentic village at Ella. Then we will visit a secret waterfall and a village temple as the final site
Udawalawe National Park safari jeep tours
After you select us for the safari tour we start from the main entrance of Tha Park near the car park. We only provide safari jeep service and will take you to the ticket counter to get the entrance ticket. After going through the standard park entry process, we enter the untamed forest of Udawalawe, home to Sri Lanka's majestic elephants. We first move into the park's savannah grasslands hoping to spot elephants, foxes, deer, buffaloes, rabbits, mongooses, bandicoots, wetland crocodiles and sea eagles as well. , Fishing Eagle, Brahminy Kite, Crested Serpent Eagle, Sri Lankan Jungle Fowl, Spur Fowl, Green Pigeon, Sri Lanka Gray Hornbill, Spot-billed Pelican, Little Cormorant, Green Bee-eater, Crested Tree Swift in and the trees. Soon we move to the banks of the stunning Udawalawa Reservoir with huge mountains behind. You can spot herds of crocodiles resting on the banks or swimming around the lakes, colorful birds of prey fishing and herds of elephants resting and resting to quench their thirst and many other birds and animals. After the tour, we will bring you back to the entrance of the park. Other points to note Once you meet us at the car park to board your jeep, you will tour the best routes for driving animals. Note :- Taxis can be arranged as per your requirement to reach Udawalawe for safari
Authentic Sri Lankan Rice and Curry Cooking Class
Join Enoka in her garden kitchen to experience how to cook one of the best Sri Lankan rice and curry you ever tasted, strictly following her own traditional family recipes. You'll learn how to cook authentic local dhal, coconut sambol and two seasonal vegetable curries, all served with rice (add fish or chicken curry as an extra), while you'll also get an insight into the local life in Sri Lanka. After cooking we all come together to share the meal we prepared as a family. Don't forget to bring your appetite! Enoka is a lovely host with a big heart and magic hands in the kitchen.
Sinharaja Rainforest Tours By Sinharaja Expedition
Usually tours will take 4-7 hours We can manage the starting times Please bring required equipments to take photographs We will provide necessary things to get rid of leeches and safe from them Will be able to visit nice waterfalls to have a great swim,bubble massage and natural fish therapy Will be able to visit forest conservation center and hanging bridge Will be able to see endemic species of birds, reptiles, mammals, amphibians, butterflies, fish species and vegetations etc.. Explanations about all flora and fuana species will be provided throughout the tour Entrance tickets+tax, Experienced and certified guiding, Lunch,Leech socks, Snacks and guiding are included for the prices Possible to arrange taxxi services(pick up or drop off or round) for reasonable prices Anyone who love to visit Sinharaja Rainforest,not possible to go their own. Must need to take a guide because of you can join with me to have an unforgettable rainforest experience.
Traditional Cooking Class In Unawatuna
At nautilus Cooking Class, you'll be able to shop at the market, cook authentic srilankan food, and eat eight favorite Srilankan dishes. The day will be divided into two parts that will have exploring the biggest fresh markets (Greenmarket,Fishmarket)in City of Galle —where you shop for fresh ingredients before you cook them. Then, take Tuk-Tuk back to the cooking school. The cooking class will be conducted in nice seaview balcony where you will be introduced to Srilankan exotic ingredients, including vegetables, spices, and herbs. What We Cook : Rice Three vegetable curry Dhal curry (lentil) Fish or Meat (Chicken) Coconut sambol Papadum when the class is done you can eat what you cook unill your stomach is getting full. Other things to note Please inform me 24Hours before you book
Tea Tour Experience
tea garden visit by introducing tea plant , tea plucking and how to identify various tea plant , showing fruit plant and show natural beauty in the plantation, next tea process center visit, (Factory visit) tea manufacturing beginning to end . Finally tea tasting session , tasting various tea grades which make by our factory Other things to note Call or E- mail me to reserve date and time
Journey to Unseen Shores and Hidden island
50% DISCOUNT WHEN 2+ PASSANGERS IN! 60% WHEN MORE THAN 2 PASSANGERS IN! Allow me to show you the most beautiful hidden beaches in Tangalle area, Where You will be wondering through Untouched beaches with golden sand and palm trees. The beaches are heavenly and picturesque. TRANSPORT : Solo traveler, can choose from the following transport options : • Enjoy the experience whilst the host drives you in own scooter (no extra cost) •Hire a tuk tuk, or rent a own scooter (at extra cost) Couples or larger groups: •You can rent your own scooter or hire a tuk tuk (can be discussed) I can pick you up from your location, (Free pick-up and drop-off within 3km radius to Tangalle) Then, I will guide you to this beautiful hidden bays one by one. There you will be able to chill, swim or snorkel, spotting the amazing marine life including sea turtles. Best time to start - around 9.00 AM, Alternatively, you can choose a starting time, that suits you. The experience can be half or full day. You will wonder around each beach for as long as you like, afterwards you will be guided back to your hotel or desired point.
Ella day tour to hidden places, by jeep
Welcome to Ella,take your valuble experience and create a grate knowledge about Srilankan rural culture,History and environment. Though this is day tour will take you to 05 most valuable places. Sumary_Little Adamspeak,Nine arch bridge,Rawana falls,Rakkiththakanda historycal temple,and Secret falls. would prefer to start the tour from where in your hotel or villa from Ella,and would able drop you back at your convenience place around Ella. pick you my comfortable safari jeep will first take you to Little Adamspeak, its a hike .During the way as we have lot of energy in the breezed morning to hike a grate mountain.by the way we hike up will demonstrate you about the geographical conditions,history and value of nature of the area as well. Next i will stop for the brakfast ,on delicious srilankan Authentic food place.and we will walk to Nine Arch bridge,it is one of the best examples of colonial _era railway construction in the country,and at that place we will able to see passing the train on nine arch brdge,it will be a valuble,and memorable photography. Afterward i will drive with you and stop at Rawana waterfall its one of massive waterfall located to in Ella.and explain about king Ravana history. After drive to Rakkiththakanda temple ,at thier you will be rialized king_era craft. Last ,secret falls and talkin to village farmer's and tea plucking women .
Ella Waterfalls Tour by a Tuk-Tuk
Join me at Ella , amazing mountain village at Uva Province of SriLanka. Experience the one day Tuk-Tuk ride and create memories you cannot forget. Summary - Rawana waterfalls, Koslanda Rubber Plantation, Diyaluma waterfalls, Ella wala waterfalls. I will pick you from any hotel/villa you staying around Ella. First we will visit Rawana waterfall, is the most massive waterfall in Ella. Then we will visit Koslanda Rubber Plantation, Sri Lankan rubber tree plantations are the result of colonization. From there i will explain about rubber plantation process. Then we will visit Diyaluma waterfalls, is most scenic waterfall cascade in Sri Lanka. Diyaluma Falls is 220 m high and the second highest waterfall in Sri Lanka. Upper Diyaluma Falls is a part of the Diyaluma Falls. Then we will Ella wala waterfalls, is a small but beautiful waterfall lying hidden inside the jungle on the Ella.
Nil Diya Pokuna,, Underground cave and pond Ella, Tour
Ella is the most tourists attractive destination in the uva province of sri lanka Surrounded with beautiful mountain range , Valleys , water falls and many hidden places which has gifted by the creator of the nature .. We are who born and survive in ella area genaration to genaration and knows , experienced, many hidden and untouched places which cannot easily reached . Here we are introduce places which can give adventure experience within short time. Nill Diya Pokuna. ( 35 minutes from center ) Nil diya pokuna is an underwater pond situated 80 meters deep in a underground Cave the gift of a creator of the nature ... The cave can be accessed via two independent entrances . One is through forest reservation and rugh - steepen way. The second one on a private property through Rabbit hole vertical and horizontal narrow way. The water of the pond is crystal clear and gives tinge blue color when it taken light . Anyone can swim or dive within limits under the direction of a tour guide . We are provide all equipments and the facilities, Nil diya pokuna is the place give different adventure experience from start to the end . This tour visit two more water fall * Ella secret water fall * Ravana water fall Tour staring at Ella train station Time 9.00am or 9.30am best time
Surf Weligama
Surf with one of the best on the region. Plus, on Saturdays and Sundays we provide DSLR photos and drone photos of you surfing as well. We normally have surf lessons based on your level, like for an absolute beginner (level 1) or an experience surfer (level 3). Level 1 - Absolute Beginner At first our trainer will you a basic introduction and then will go into step by step guide to catch you in your first wave. Level 2 - Intermediate Surfer We'll teach you how to stand and paddle properly, when to stand, how to turn and other important techniques. Level 3 - Experienced Surfer We'll give you the board and you just can carry on. If needed any help we'll provide it. Each lesson is 2 hours as mentioned.