13 February 2025
Heritance Kandalama: Your Ultimate Summer Unscripted Checklist
How many from the list can you check √ done. Capture the tasks and share them on the gram and tag @heritancekandalama to share your journey with us.
- Sunrise Like a Pro: Set your alarm, grab your camera, and catch the magical sunrise over Kandalama Lake right from your balcony – you’ll thank yourself later.
- Monkey Selfies: Hunt down those cheeky monkeys who love hanging around. Challenge: who can snap the best monkey selfie?
- Sigiriya Stairway to Heaven: Think you’re fit? Try conquering the 1,200 steps to the top of Sigiriya Rock Fortress. Bonus points for counting them all!
- Mystical Murals at Dambulla Cave Temple: Journey into ancient history and see how many Buddha statues and murals you can spot in this stunning cave temple.
- Bird Watch Bingo: With over 160 species around, grab your binoculars and see how many you can tick off your bird-watching list.
- Jungle Explorer Trek: Lace up your boots for a jungle trek through the lush Kandalama forests. Keep an eye out for hidden waterfalls and rare flora!
- The Genius of Bawa: Stroll through the hotel’s iconic spaces and pick your favorite Geoffrey Bawa design feature. Share with us and see if other guests agree!
- Bike & Hike: Rent a bike and zoom around the scenic trails. Ideal for the thrill-seekers wanting to feel the jungle breeze.
- Cooking Class with a Twist: Spice up your skills in a Sri Lankan cooking class. Curry anyone? Perfect your dish and impress your friends back home.
- Spa Bliss: Escape to the Coco Spa for the ultimate relaxation. Try their signature treatment and float back to reality, utterly refreshed.
- Dinner in the Dark (Cave Style): Dine in a natural cave by candlelight – the ultimate culinary adventure for the bold and brave.
- Treasure Hunt at Popham’s Arboretum: How many rare plants and flowers can you find in this green wonderland? Don’t miss the centuries-old trees!
- Zen Mode Yoga: Join a peaceful morning yoga class by the lake and get your zen on – even if you’re a beginner, everyone’s welcome!
- Chill Out on Kandalama Lake: Take a lazy boat ride and let the calm waters carry you into pure tranquility. Look out for wildlife along the shore!
- Village Vibes: Step back in time with a visit to a local village and dive into traditional Sri Lankan life – rice paddies, water buffaloes, and all.
- Can You Find the Iconic ‘ක’?: How many of our original ‘ක’ logos can you spot around the hotel? Snap a pic of each one you find and make a fun carousel post.
- Dip in the Natural Pool: Experience a refreshing swim in our eco-friendly natural pool, surrounded by lush greenery.
- Sri Lankan Showstopper: Enjoy a live cultural show with dancers, drummers, and folk stories that’ll leave you mesmerized.
- Stargazer’s Paradise: Stretch out under the open sky and lose yourself in the stars. Bonus: make a wish on a shooting star!
- Eco-Warrior Tour: Discover the resort’s eco-initiatives and see how they’re preserving this paradise for future adventurers.
- Stories of Kandalama: Chat with a staff member from the area and swap stories. Who knows? You might discover a new favorite tale!
- Art Attack: Snap a selfie with your favorite pair of our wooden dolls or the legendary Toys of the Giants. Post it and tag us for the memories!
- Cheers to You!: Pick out two of our specialty cocktails, sip, and tell us which flavor you love most. Bonus if you find the hidden ingredient!
- One Line, Endless Possibilities: How many one-line animal drawings can you spot along the Dambulla Wing corridor? Share the ones you find for a touch of artsy flair.
- Bee a Keeper: Suit up and join our beekeeping tour to get up close with the hotel’s buzzing residents. Leave with a taste of local honey for your bravery!
- High Tea for two: Try our signature high tea inspired by local ingredients – perfect to enjoy in-room or at the Kachchan Lounge.
- Wildlife Wall of Fame: Spot and photograph the hotel’s resident wildlife – from the vibrant birds to the shy geckos. How many unique creatures can you find?
- Beer by the Pool: Kick back by the pool with a chilled local beer in hand – perfect for unwinding on a sunny afternoon.
- Loris Watching: Join a night tour to catch a glimpse of the elusive gray slender loris. Bring your night vision goggles and your patience!
- Taste of Tradition: Dive into Sri Lankan favorites like hoppers, string hoppers, and pol pani pancakes. Try them all and pick your favorite!
*Activities are subject to weather conditions and may be rescheduled, modified, or unavailable based on prevailing conditions
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