▪ Welcome to Sri Lanka, the pearl of the Indian Ocean!
▪ On arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, you will be met by your Chauffeur guide and be transferred to Uga Riva in Negombo!
▪ Check-in to your hotel and enjoy an afternoon tea by the pool!
Overnight - Uga Riva, Negombo in a Deluxe room on bed & breakfast.
Optional Activity: Evening explore and take a Stroll in Little Rome - the Fishing Town of Negombo with a local host. (Chargeable locally)
Uga Riva
Nestled in the leafy suburb of Kochchikade, Negombo, Uga Riva is a distinguished boutique hotel blending heritage and contemporary comfort. Once a colonial manor dating back 180 years, the property has been meticulously restored and now features seven elegant bedrooms surrounded by lush gardens and coconut groves. Guests can enjoy tranquil verandahs, a central courtyard with a serene pond, and interiors adorned with Sri Lankan art. Located just 30 minutes from Bandaranaike International Airport, Uga Riva offers both convenience and seclusion, making it ideal for a short stopover or a longer retreat. With refined dining, a swimming pool, and personalised service, the estate provides a peaceful sanctuary close to Negombo’s beaches and cultural attractions.
▪ Early breakfast at Uga Riva
▪ Check out by 8 AM and make your way towards the wildlife jungles of Yala. (approx. 5-hour drive. Optional domestic air transfer from Airport (BIA) to Weerawila airport with a Cinnamon air scheduled flight option is available at a supplement)
▪ Join the Evening game drive to Yala National Park (all safaris are on a shared basis) in search of the elusive leopards, sloth bears, wild elephants, and a wide variety of wildlife.
Duration: 3 PM - 6 PM
Check in at Uga Chena Huts for a 3-night stay in a luxury cabin with a pool on All- Inclusive basis.
Uga Chena Huts - Yala
Beside the ocean and the scrub jungle bordering Yala, our hotel sits perfectly immersed in the landscape. Here at Uga Chena Huts – our secluded sanctuary, your spirit will soar unbound, as free as the creatures, great and small, that share their precious home with us. You will hear songs of warm welcome in the breeze, the pounding waves, the echoing call of an eagle – even in the serene silence. Feel it more as you step into your luxurious ‘hut’, slip into your own private pool, soak up the views, and reunite your soul with nature.
▪ You may either join the Shared Morning or Evening game drive to Yala National Park.
Morning round: 6 AM – 9.30 AM & evening round | 3 PM - 6 PM (Note: Private game drives are available with experienced in-house Rangers who gravitate towards quieter areas of the park!)
▪ In the cooler hours of the afternoon, experience a Bush Walk to look out for tracks and footprints that may signal visits from elephants, wild boar or rusty spotted cats!
Duration: 4 PM onwards - 1.5 hours
Uga Chena Huts - Yala
Beside the ocean and the scrub jungle bordering Yala, our hotel sits perfectly immersed in the landscape. Here at Uga Chena Huts – our secluded sanctuary, your spirit will soar unbound, as free as the creatures, great and small, that share their precious home with us. You will hear songs of warm welcome in the breeze, the pounding waves, the echoing call of an eagle – even in the serene silence. Feel it more as you step into your luxurious ‘hut’, slip into your own private pool, soak up the views, and reunite your soul with nature.
▪ At dawn take a leisurely beach walk along the surrounding coastline with our expert ranger. Duration: 6 AM onwards - 1.5 hours
▪ Late evening, experience a secret sundowner drive to some of our favourite secret locations. Relish the dramatic surroundings whilst enjoying a sumptuous gourmet picnic!
▪ End the evening with a lavish dinner under the starry sky, or on the beach near a bonfire! (Note: Subject to weather conditions).
Overnight at Uga Chena Huts in a luxury cabin with a pool on an all-inclusive basis.
Uga Chena Huts - Yala
Beside the ocean and the scrub jungle bordering Yala, our hotel sits perfectly immersed in the landscape. Here at Uga Chena Huts – our secluded sanctuary, your spirit will soar unbound, as free as the creatures, great and small, that share their precious home with us. You will hear songs of warm welcome in the breeze, the pounding waves, the echoing call of an eagle – even in the serene silence. Feel it more as you step into your luxurious ‘hut’, slip into your own private pool, soak up the views, and reunite your soul with nature.
▪ Breakfast at Uga Chena Huts
▪ Check out by 10 AM and make your way towards the southern coastal town of Tangalle.
▪ Check-in at Uga Prava for a 2-night stay in a Hermit Suite on a half board plus basis.
▪ Spend some time at leisure by the pool or indulge in a spa treatment!
▪By 4 PM, embark on a bird sanctuary boat journey through the mangroves at sunset!
Overnight at Uga Prava in a Hermit room on a half board plus basis.
Uga Prava
Sitting peacefully on the edge of Sri Lanka’s South is Tangalle. Hotels on this coastline being rare, you’ll find sublime isolation at Uga Prāva. Our name, inspired by the Sanskrit word “pravala” meaning coral, embodies our ethos; merging sophisticated luxury, and oneness with nature to offer a holistic, soul-renewing experience. Step in, let tranquility and rest embrace you in our modern, minimalist spaces. Step out, and the seemingly endless ocean before you will set free your mind from life’s confines. Stay, and our heartfelt warmth will help you pause, and reconnect with your innermost self.
▪ Enjoy a scrumptious Breakfast at Uga Prāva
▪ Optional - spend your morning exploring Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site (approx. 1. 5-hour drive one way) or take an afternoon hike to discover the Mulkirigala Temple (approx. 30 min drive near Tangalle). ▪ Duration: 1.5-hour hike) or kayak through a serene lagoon in Tangalle, surrounded by mangroves and birdlife!
Overnight at Uga Prava in a Hermit Suite on a half board plus basis.
Uga Prava
Sitting peacefully on the edge of Sri Lanka’s South is Tangalle. Hotels on this coastline being rare, you’ll find sublime isolation at Uga Prāva. Our name, inspired by the Sanskrit word “pravala” meaning coral, embodies our ethos; merging sophisticated luxury, and oneness with nature to offer a holistic, soul-renewing experience. Step in, let tranquility and rest embrace you in our modern, minimalist spaces. Step out, and the seemingly endless ocean before you will set free your mind from life’s confines. Stay, and our heartfelt warmth will help you pause, and reconnect with your innermost self.
ROUTE; Uga Prāva Tangalle | Airport (BIA) (Approx. 3.5-hour drive one way)
As all good things must come to an end, we bid you farewell as our chauffeur guide transfers you to Colombo airport for your departure home or why not extend your stay at the beach.
*Note: Airport & aviation services of Sri Lanka advises all travellers to be at the airport at least (3) three hours prior to your departure flight time to comply with check-in deadlines as well as to avoid any unpredictable traffic on the roads & crowds at the airport. We also recommend you to check-in online at an appropriate time.
This tour is a private tailor-made tour, operating daily.INCLUSIONS:Price is based on 2 people sharing a double-occupancy room at all UGA Hotels.▪ 1 night stay at Uga Riva on Bed and breakfast basis▪ 3 nights stay at Uga Chena Huts on an all-inclusive basis; 01 Morning OR evening game drive in a customised safari game viewing vehicle (vehicle on sharing basis & includes park entrance fees), snacks & drinks included on game drives, transfers to & from park entrance to resort, breakfast,lunch & dinner at Basses Restaurant at the resort, tea and coffee, water, fruit juices & other soft drinks, selected wines, beer & spirits, mini Bar - replenished daily, and laundry (maximum 6 pieces per cabin per day)▪ 2 nights stay at Uga Prāva on half board plus basis; breakfast, & dinner, water, fruit juices & other soft drinks (from 6 pm to 11 pm), tea and coffee (during breakfast & dinner) and selected wine, beer and spirits (from 6 pm to 11 pm)▪ All return transfers are in a private air-conditioned vehicle with theservices of an English-speaking chauffeur guide.▪ Beach and bush walk once during the stay▪ Bonfire Beach dinner at Uga Chena Huts once during the stay▪ Bottled water and In-vehicle Wi-Fi throughout the tour▪ Uga Welcome pack in the vehicle.▪ All currently applicable taxes.EXCLUSIONS:▪ Experiences: Negombo tour with a local host and secret sundowner drive at Uga Chena Huts, Visit to Galle Fort, Visit to Mulkirigala Temple and Kayaking in Tangalle.▪ Festive supplements are excluded.▪ ETA Mandatory VISA on Arrival.▪ International or domestic flights.▪ Travel insurance & medical insurance.▪ Early check-ins or late check-outs unless otherwise specifically stated▪ Expenses of any personal nature.▪ Tips/gratuities and porterage.TERMS AND CONDITIONS:▪ Standard check-in at 1400 Hrs. and check-out at 1200 Hrs. in hotels▪ Room confirmations are subject to availability and at the discretion of Uga Resorts.▪ Please arrange your safari game drive at the time of making the booking to avoid any availability concerns.CINNAMON AIR DOMESTIC FLIGHTS (WEBSITE)Cinnamon Air is a premier domestic Sri Lankan air taxi service offering daily scheduled flights, as well as luxury private charter flights and scenic flights, between its hub at the Bandaranaike International Airport (Colombo International Airport) and the island’s most picturesque locations.Cinnamon Air schedule flight routes changes yearly, there are instances where new destinations are added to the daily schedule or sometimes discontinued on existing flight routes. Each person is allowed 23KG of main luggage and 5KG of hand luggage.
