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The Veddah Chronicles

 9 Days / 8 Nights

Ayubowan! Welcome to Sri Lanka.

Hidden deep within the forests of Sri Lanka lives one of the world's oldest and most fascinating indigenous communities, the Veddha people. Also known as Vedda, they are Sri Lanka's true aboriginals, the island's original inhabitants who walked these lands long before recorded history began. Today only around 2,000 Veddhas remain, with perhaps as few as two hundred still living in their ancient traditional way of life. This extraordinary civilization, with its hunter gatherer roots, animistic beliefs and deep spiritual connection to the forest, is quietly fading away with the passage of time. The Aurivana Ceylon Veddah Village Tour is a rare and deeply meaningful journey that takes you off the beaten path and into the heart of this vanishing world.

Duration
9 Days / 8 Nights
Destinations
6 Key Locations
Group Size
2 – 12 Persons
Accommodation
3 & 4 Star Hotels
Transport
AC Vehicle + Chauffeur

Your Journey — Ceylon Veddah Village Tour Route

Day-by-Day Itinerary

01Day
Arrival / Colombo
Airport → Colombo
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Touch down at Bandaranaike International Airport where your dedicated Aurivana Ceylon chauffeur guide will be waiting to welcome you. Transfer comfortably to the vibrant capital city of Colombo and check into your hotel for a restful first night.
Arrival in Sri Lanka First night in Colombo
02Day
Colombo to Kandy
Colombo → Kandy
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Journey from Colombo to the beautiful cultural capital of Kandy. Check into your hotel and spend the evening attending a captivating Kandyan cultural dance show before seeking blessings at the sacred Kandy Temple of the Tooth Relic.
Kandyan cultural dance show Blessings at Temple of the Tooth Relic
03Day
Kandy to Mahiyanganaya
Kandy → Mahiyanganaya
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Transfer to the town of Mahiyanganaya, the heartland of the Veddha community in Sri Lanka. Immerse yourself in the rich local culture by learning the traditional art of clay pot making and experiencing the ancient craft of Pan weaving. Enjoy an authentic Sri Lankan rice and curry lunch at Rathna Ella Village before trekking through the forest to witness the stunning Rathna Ella and Kaluwa Wetuna Ella waterfalls.
Traditional clay pot making Rathna Ella waterfall trek
04Day
Mahiyanganaya
Dambana Village
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Spend a full and unforgettable day with the Veddha community of Dambana Village. Take a guided bush walk with the Veddhas and witness their traditional hunting methods passed down through generations. Explore ancient mountain caves, visit a traditional Veddha dwelling and gather around the campfire in the evening for a memorable BBQ dinner accompanied by traditional Veddha dances.
Guided bush walk with the Veddhas Traditional Veddha campfire dance
05Day
Mahiyanganaya to Gal Oya
Mahiyanganaya → Gal Oya
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Transfer to the spectacular Gal Oya National Park, home to another remarkable branch of the Veddha community. Enjoy a picnic lunch within the national park before an afternoon jeep safari through this breathtaking wilderness, keeping eyes open for elephants, leopards and a rich variety of wildlife.
Jeep safari at Gal Oya National Park Wildlife of Gal Oya wilderness
06Day
Discovering Gal Oya
Gal Oya Veddha Territory
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Spend the day fully immersed in the culture and ancient traditions of the Gal Oya Veddha tribe. Walk through their ancestral jungles and ancient hunting grounds alongside a tribal guide, listen to their native songs and absorb their deeply moving folk tales passed down through countless generations.
Tribal guide through Gal Oya jungles Veddha native songs and folk tales
07Day
Gal Oya to Ella
Gal Oya → Ella
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Begin the morning with a serene and magical boat safari across the waters of Gal Oya National Park, where wild elephants are known to swim between the islands of the reservoir. Transfer to the charming hill town of Ella and enjoy a hands-on local cooking experience before sitting down to a delicious dinner.
Boat safari, Gal Oya elephants swimming Local cooking experience in Ella
08Day
Ella to Weligama
Ella → Weligama
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Start the morning with a rewarding hike up Little Adam's Peak for breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding valleys. Visit the iconic Nine Arches Bridge, one of Sri Lanka's most beloved landmarks. Continue to the laid-back coastal town of Weligama for a relaxing beachside retreat.
Little Adam's Peak panoramic view Weligama beachside retreat
09Day
Departure
Weligama → Airport
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Your Aurivana Ceylon private chauffeur guide will transfer you comfortably from Weligama to Bandaranaike International Airport for your journey home, carrying with you the extraordinary memories of one of the most unique and meaningful journeys Sri Lanka has to offer. Until we meet again!
Departure from Sri Lanka Sri Lanka sunset farewell

Here is your

Ceylon Veddah Village Tour Route

An off-the-beaten-path route through Colombo, Kandy, Mahiyanganaya, Gal Oya, Ella and the coastal retreat of Weligama.

Ceylon Veddah Village Tour Route map
Mahiyanganaya
Mahiyanganaya
Gal Oya
Gal Oya
Ella
Ella
Weligama
Weligama

What's Included

  • Accommodation
  • Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle with the services of a chauffeur guide
  • Entrance Tickets
  • Government Taxes

Not Included

  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Extra meals/snacks and beverages ordered from the hotel or outside the hotel
  • Early check ins and late check outs
  • Tips & Expenses of personal nature
  • Travel Insurance, Visa & Air Fare
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