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Kindly check Baldati Hiking Club "Terms & Conditions" which you have to sign before taking the plain .

Smoking is not allowed with Baldati 

- Bring your Bracelet and Spray for Mosquitos from Phramacy , Plastic impermeable , Umbrella , Appetizers

      - Bring your own Medications (Panadole ,Gravol , Supplin ...)      

- Each person may carry a maximum of 20kg of luggage on board.

      - You will get a printed copy of the program on the airplane with the "Terms & Conditions" copied for you to sign it .

      - You need to bring dollar or euro bills with you cz they don't exchange Lebanese pound in Sri Lanka .

Country:

Sri Lanka Mansoon weather- weather / weekend -

Date :

Guide:

 Baldati Team 

Departure:

Monday August 25 2014 - Timing:12.15 - pm Flight -  Air Arabia Arrival at Sharjah 4.40 pm - 4 hrs Duration to arrive Sharjah Internation Airport 

Escale 4

Departure from Sharjah at 9:00 pm arrived Colombo 3:00 am Dawn

Air Arabia Tickets are not refundable

Hotel Description: 

Level :

5/10 - Touristic Tour - Hiking - Archaeological tour -Shopping

Contribution :

N.B. : we are not a travel agency , we are getting the best price for a group , early booking is very important

Return time

Sunday August 31 2014 - Timing: 4:15 am (dawn) Flight  - Air Arabia Airlines from Colombo Arrival at 7.00am to Sharjah Duration 4 .40 hrs

Escale in Sharjah International Airport then departure at 8:00 am from Sharjah to Beirut arrive at 11.20 am Duration Sharjah to  Beirut

Duration 3.20 hrs

Air Arabia Tickets are not refundable

Description:

It's Time to Go to Sri Lanka What better time is there than Summer to go to Sri Lanka ?

Sri Lanka, officially the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka, is an island country in the northern Indian Ocean off the southeast coast of the Indian subcontinent in South Asia.

This is a 6 days tour for hikers who seek the cultures of Sri Lanka, both ancient and modern.

Let's meet at 10:00 am Beirut International Airport

• We will be sightseeing in Sri Lanka heading to Colombo by airplane (Air Arabia) from Beirut International Airport and touring through many CITIES..

• Visiting its historical and archeological places

• Enjoying each other's company in an unforgettable setting

• And all for an amazing offer starting from $ (including: Airplane Ticket , transportation , accommodation 4 Breakfasts, Touristic Tour ,Hiking transportation etc...)

• Check with your Medical Insurance -

Program can be subject to modification without prior notification by baldati.com

• For more detailed information please view the detailed

Itinerary below:

Monday August 25 2014

DEPARTURE FROM BEIRUT AIRPORT TO COLOMBO / TROUGH Sharjah / WITH AIR AREBIA AIRLINES

Tuesday August 26 2014
AIRPORT / NEGOMBO
(APPROXIMATELY 20 MINUTES' DRIVE- Airport - Negombo)

Arrival, meet, greet and proceed to Negombo

The Negombo town boasts several buildings dating back to the days of Dutch and Portuguese presence in the country.  The beautiful sea shores and the ocean are dotted with catamarans. The Negombo lagoon is famous for its harvest of lobsters, crabs and prawns. The seafood auctions on the beach are a must-see. Other highlights of the city is the Dutch Fort and the historic Catholic Church.

Check in at Jetwing Blue Negombo-5*

OVERNIGHT STAY IN NEGOMBO

Wednesday August 27 2014

NEGOMBO / PINNAWALA ELEPHANT ORPHANAGE / HABARANA
(APPROXIMATELY 4 HOURS DRIVE- Negombo- Sigiriya)

Breakfast at Jetwing Blue Hotel

Proceed to Sigiriya via Pinnawala (approximately 2 hrs )

The Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage provides visitors with the best chance of seeing a large number of elephants at close quarters. The orphanage was established in 1975 and commenced with seven orphaned elephants. Today some of these orphans enjoy the fortune of seeing their calfs born in the same location. Assisted by local and foreign elephant experts, Pinnawala commenced a successful captive breeding programme and the first baby elephant was born in 1984. It is most interesting to visit at feeding time to see the baby elephants being bottle fed and the entire herd taken for a bath thereafter to the river near by.

Check in at Aliya Resort & Spa, Sigiriya – Luxury Hotel (approximately 3 hrs )

OPTIONAL:60$ Evening do Minneriya National Park Safari (approximately 1/2 hrs )

Spanning over 8,800 hectares, the Minneriya National Park is located alongside the vast, renovated Minneriya Rainwater Reservoir. As a part of the corridor which joins Kaudulla and Wasgomuwa parks, Minneriya offers an amazing sightseeing experience where one may see herds of elephants throughout the year. In October, you will witness the famous gathering of the wild elephants which is the largest known meeting place of wild elephants in the world. The park is also home to about 160 species of birds, 9 amphibians, 25 reptile species, 26 fish species and more than 78 butterfly species.

Overnight Stay at Aliya Resort & Spa

Thursday August 28 2014

Breakfast at Aliya Resort & Spa

Visit Sigiriya Rock Fortress.(approximately 1/4 hrs )

Sri Lanka's most popular historic site, Sigiriya is the 5th century rock citadel of King Kasyapa. This 200 meters citadel was home to his palace on top of the rock and derives its name as it appears to resemble the outline of a lion from distance. King Kasyapa built his palace and decorated its walls with colorful frescoes which can even be seen today. These frescoes, along with India¿s Ajantha cave frescoes are world renowned for lasting through the ages and their awe-inspiring beauty. When you climb along the side of the rock, about halfway up, you will encounter a gateway that although in ruins, resembles a gigantic lions paw. Today, Sigiriya is a UNESCO listed World Heritage Site and remains as one of the best examples of ancient urban planning in Sri Lanka.

OPTIONAL 20$ After Do Elephant Back Safari (approximately 1/2 hrs )

On completion proceed to Kandy via Matale (approximately 2 hrs )

Matale, known for its welcoming climate is world famous for its spice gardens.  Here one may experience the intricate processes that result in Sri Lanka producing some of the best spices in the world. What¿s more, a cookery demonstration too will be held allowing visitors to learn to prepare traditional curries using local spices.

Check in at Earls Regent Hotel, Kandy (approximately 2 hrs )

Afternoon do a city tour of Kandy.

The World Heritage Site, Kandy, was the last capital of the Sri Lankan Kings, before the country was brought under British rule in 1815. Famous for its rich heritage and splendour, this magnificent city was last ruled by Sri Wickramarajasinghe. The Temple of the Tooth Relic is the most significant highlight of the city along with the Kandy lake, the town and other attractions. Visit the Kandy Town and Bazaar, the arts & crafts centre and a gem museum and a lapidary. In the evening, visit the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and thereafter, witness a cultural show featuring traditional Sri Lankan dance.

Overnight Stay at Earl's Regent Hotel

Friday August 29 2014

Breakfast at Earl's Regent Hotel

Proceed to Kosgoda (approximately 5 hrs )

Kosgoda is a small village located in the west coast of Sri Lanka. It is most popular for its sea turtle hatcheries, operated by the Wildlife Protection Society of Sri Lanka. Here you will feast your eyes upon the amazing site of many species of turtles, especially the endangered hawksbill, laying their eggs along the beaches. The many hatcheries that are operated locally provide a safe haven for these sea turtles. You may visit these hatcheries to have a look at many huge tanks filled with new born turtles who, once grown, are released to the sea.

On completion proceed to Bentota (approximately 1/2 hrs )

Overnight Stay at Shinagawa Beach Hotel- Small Luxury Hotel 

Saturday August 30 2014 

Breakfast at Shinagawa Beach

Proceed  to Balapitiya

Balapitiya is the nearest town to the Maduganga River which is famous for its mangroves and endemic flora and fauna. This little town is renowned for its Ceylon Cinnamon and fishing.

On completion proceed to Colombo (approximately 2 hrs )

Colombo is the trade capital of Sri Lanka, and is a city that has undergone rapid changes. While most old buildings have been replaced by new apartments and office buildings, some parts of the city yet retains its old charm. The 100 year old clock tower built by the British and some colonial buildings remain examples. The Independence Square, Nelum Pokuna, Pettah Bazaar and BMICH are some of the main highlights of the city.  Colombo also provides ample entertainment in terms of an active night life as well as a shopping experience you'd never forget.

Overnight Stay at Galadari Hotel Colombo

Sunday August 31 2014

Breakfast at Galadari (approximately 1/2 hrs )

Transfer from Colombo to Airport for departure

The Above Rates Include:

·         Round trip ticket with air arabia including all taxes (no meals) Air arabia tickets are not refundable 

·         Meeting & Assistance at the Airport

·         Accommodation at hotels specified or similar

·         Breakfast

·         Transportation by luxury Air conditioned Micro/ Car / Bus with the services of an English speaking Guide 

•7 entrances (fix):

• Sigiriya Rock Fortress

• Turtle Hatchery 

• Boat Ride 

• Cultural show 

• Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage 

• Kandy Temple  

• Peradeniya Botanical Gardens 

•  All applicable taxes & service charge including Value Added Tax (VAT)

The Above Rates Exclude:

·         Lunch & Dinner

·         Early check-in and late check-out

·         Visa Fees 30$

·         Camera / Video permits

·         Any expenses of a personal nature

·        Travel inssurance 

·         Minneriya National Park Entrance and Jeep ride with Transport 60$ 

·         Elephant Back Ride 20$

·         Tips & Portage 

For a *Single room 250$ extra.

• Your passport must be valid for 6 months

• Currency: 1 $ = 127 Rupee

N.B. Your reservation won't be official until full payment is made

Have a safe and Enjoyable trip with Baldati!!!!

Type:

This is an "Open Event", hikers are allowed to bring friends and invite others to join after informing them of all the details of the trip.

Please note that our journey conditions requires that you bring with you:

• Clothing: Comfortable Shirt/Pants, Warm jacket, Hat/cap,
• HIKING BOOTS: water proof suit will be needed in case of rainy day
• Food and Water ( you can buy from Turkish Market)  :  High-calorie quick-burn energy food Bars , dried fruit, Black chocolates , fruitcake, nuts, ....
• Small Pillow: For your comfort in the Bus
• Bring your own Medications (Panadole ,Gravol , Supplin ...)
• Bring your own shampoo and soaps since those miniature sized bottles of shampoo, conditioner, lotion and soaps...are not enough specially for your long hair ladiesss.  
• When you first start to plan for your trip, check the expiration date of your passport and, if necessary, send it in for renewal.
• Just a Little Research Goes a Long Way
• Before going abroad, it' s worth doing some research on what to do once there. Each city you visit will have a lot of options and there is nothing worse than spending most of your time deciding on how to spend your days. The Internet provides us with so much information, that it would be a crime not to use it.  once there .
• Be Organized with the Paperwork
• Hole-punch all of your information for your trip (and make copies of anything you'll need), organize it by what you'll need chronologically, and place it in a slim, bright, lightweight soft-side plastic binder.
• Be Prepared for Conversations
• Take a dictionary and notes phrase book. It can be useful
• Bring Dollar Bills
• Bring lots of single dollar bills for tips.
• Carry Change
• Always carry lots of quarters and dimes. A used film canister works very well. You never know when you will need to catch the bus or train or make a pay phone phone call. 
• Check with your Medical Insurance 
• Confirm Your Reservation
• Be sure your reservation is confirmed, otherwise you may not have a reservation at all.
• Duplicate Important Documents and Cards 

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