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Where should I go in Sri Lanka?
SUGGESTED ITINERARIES TO CHOOSE FROM
* I am able to accomodate other itineraries as well; just ask!
* Inquire about pricing, or contact me for general questions, at asankavp@yahoo.com, or via my mobile at +94 77 1632 496.
* Itineraries listed below can be customized depending on your preferred length-of-stay and interests in Sri Lanka
ITINERARY #1: HISTORY AND CULTURE OF SRI LANKA
* Description: Sri Lanka has a rich two-thousand year history, described today in the form of relics, temples, and ancient ruins. Formerly known as Ceylon, Sri Lanka had a variety of influences including British, Dutch, and Portuguese presences. Tap into your inner history and archeology buff and climb through temples and ruins just as the ancients did, and literally walk through the history of Sri Lanka.
* Places to visit: Dambulla Cave Shrines, Sigiriya Lion's Rock, Anuradahapura (the first capital of Sri Lanka and an ancient city), Polonnaruwa (the second capital of Sri Lanka and also an ancient city), Kandy (home of the Sacred Tooth Relic, the most important relic in Sri Lanka), Tissamaharama (1,700 years of history in this city)
ITINERARY #2: RELAX SRI LANKA
Option A: Sri Lankan Beaches and Coasts
* Description: Looking for some time to relax on the beach? Sri Lanka has some of the world's best, unspoiled beaches. Whatever you enjoy - surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving, windsurfing, whale-watching, sunbathing, looking for seashells, or generally just getting tan - Sri Lanka has beaches on two coasts that will impress.
* Places to visit: beaches and waves of Mirissa, Negombo, Galle, Bentota, Trincomalee, Unawatuna, Hikkaduwa, Arugam Bay, Tangalla
Option B: Sri Lankan Hill Country
* Description: A cooler-weather way to relax, in Sri Lanka's hill country. It offers leisurely strolls through tea and coffee plantations, scenic views, stargazing, lazy afternoons amongst rolling green hills, a tea and coffee sipper's delight!
* Places to visit: Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella
ITINERARY #3: SRI LANKAN WILDLIFE
* Description: If you are a wildlife-lover, then look no further than Sri Lanka! This island country has some of the world's most diverse flora and fauna, and the biodiversity is unparalleled anywhere else. If going on a safari is your cup of tea, then there are ample opportunities to interact with the Sri Lankan local wildlife, up close! Think elephants, leopards, crocodiles, wild boars, deer, monkeys, peacocks, and birds of every type. I have particular expertise in coordinating safaris, as I spent four years leading them at Sri Lanka's finest reservations and national parks.
* Places to visit: Minneriya National Park, Kaudulla National Park, Uda Walawe National Park, Bundala National Park, Yala National Park, Sinharaja Rainforest Reserve, Horton Plains National Park (i.e., World's End), Pinnewela Elephant Orphanage
* I am able to accomodate other itineraries as well; just ask!
* Inquire about pricing, or contact me for general questions, at asankavp@yahoo.com, or via my mobile at +94 77 1632 496.
* Itineraries listed below can be customized depending on your preferred length-of-stay and interests in Sri Lanka
ITINERARY #1: HISTORY AND CULTURE OF SRI LANKA
* Description: Sri Lanka has a rich two-thousand year history, described today in the form of relics, temples, and ancient ruins. Formerly known as Ceylon, Sri Lanka had a variety of influences including British, Dutch, and Portuguese presences. Tap into your inner history and archeology buff and climb through temples and ruins just as the ancients did, and literally walk through the history of Sri Lanka.
* Places to visit: Dambulla Cave Shrines, Sigiriya Lion's Rock, Anuradahapura (the first capital of Sri Lanka and an ancient city), Polonnaruwa (the second capital of Sri Lanka and also an ancient city), Kandy (home of the Sacred Tooth Relic, the most important relic in Sri Lanka), Tissamaharama (1,700 years of history in this city)
ITINERARY #2: RELAX SRI LANKA
Option A: Sri Lankan Beaches and Coasts
* Description: Looking for some time to relax on the beach? Sri Lanka has some of the world's best, unspoiled beaches. Whatever you enjoy - surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving, windsurfing, whale-watching, sunbathing, looking for seashells, or generally just getting tan - Sri Lanka has beaches on two coasts that will impress.
* Places to visit: beaches and waves of Mirissa, Negombo, Galle, Bentota, Trincomalee, Unawatuna, Hikkaduwa, Arugam Bay, Tangalla
Option B: Sri Lankan Hill Country
* Description: A cooler-weather way to relax, in Sri Lanka's hill country. It offers leisurely strolls through tea and coffee plantations, scenic views, stargazing, lazy afternoons amongst rolling green hills, a tea and coffee sipper's delight!
* Places to visit: Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella
ITINERARY #3: SRI LANKAN WILDLIFE
* Description: If you are a wildlife-lover, then look no further than Sri Lanka! This island country has some of the world's most diverse flora and fauna, and the biodiversity is unparalleled anywhere else. If going on a safari is your cup of tea, then there are ample opportunities to interact with the Sri Lankan local wildlife, up close! Think elephants, leopards, crocodiles, wild boars, deer, monkeys, peacocks, and birds of every type. I have particular expertise in coordinating safaris, as I spent four years leading them at Sri Lanka's finest reservations and national parks.
* Places to visit: Minneriya National Park, Kaudulla National Park, Uda Walawe National Park, Bundala National Park, Yala National Park, Sinharaja Rainforest Reserve, Horton Plains National Park (i.e., World's End), Pinnewela Elephant Orphanage
Why Asanka?
CONTACT INFORMATION
* Contact me at asankavp@yahoo.com, or via my mobile phone, +94 77 1632 496.
OVERALL QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
* Accredited, officially-licensed tour guide in the country of Sri Lanka
* 15+ years experience in Sri Lankan tourism to all parts of the country
* Fluent English, basic German, fluent Sinhalese
* Extensive contacts and network amongst hotel managers, safari guides, tour operators, restaurant managers
* Courteous, respectful, flexible and maintains a client-first philosophy at all times
TRANSPORTATION
* Air-conditioned transportation available under all circumstances
* Able to accomodate groups of travelers from 1 to 20 in size
* 15 years experience in Sri Lankan tourism and driving
LANGUAGES
* Fluent English
* Fluent Sinhalese
* Basic German
EXPERIENCE
Driver and Tour Guide
Super Lanka Tours
2004 - present
* Provided full-service tour offering to Sri Lanka for clients from Europe, North America, Australia, and Asia
* Made reservations, assembled tour packages, customized itineraries, coordinated airport pickup and dropoff, destination guidance and explanation, general
transportation services
Driver and Tour Guide
Sri Lanka Railway Tours
2000 - 2004
* Coordinated and led tours for clients from all over the world to all parts of Sri Lanka
Safari Driver and Guide
Flamingo Tours, Dixon Tours
1996 - 2000
* Navigated through Yala National Park, Uda Walawe National Park, Bundala National Park
* Coordinated safari reservations, tracked and identified wildlife, explained history and operations of safari, provided services to international clients
TESTIMONIALS
"Asanka was tremendous during our trip to Sri Lanka. He showed us parts of Sri Lanka that we never thought we would see, and crafted a perfect itinerary for the time that we had in this country. He was especially kind to us, and flexible when we wanted to change our schedule. Highly recommended!"
- Michael C.
Texas, USA
"Wow! Asanka was a great tour guide! He made the planning process stress-free, and accommodated all my requests. It was a fantastic trip that involved pristine beaches, amazing elephants and wildlife, and some of the finest tea I have ever sampled. I'll tell all my friends to contact Asanka when they visit Sri Lanka."
- Joanna
California, USA
* Contact me at asankavp@yahoo.com, or via my mobile phone, +94 77 1632 496.
OVERALL QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
* Accredited, officially-licensed tour guide in the country of Sri Lanka
* 15+ years experience in Sri Lankan tourism to all parts of the country
* Fluent English, basic German, fluent Sinhalese
* Extensive contacts and network amongst hotel managers, safari guides, tour operators, restaurant managers
* Courteous, respectful, flexible and maintains a client-first philosophy at all times
TRANSPORTATION
* Air-conditioned transportation available under all circumstances
* Able to accomodate groups of travelers from 1 to 20 in size
* 15 years experience in Sri Lankan tourism and driving
LANGUAGES
* Fluent English
* Fluent Sinhalese
* Basic German
EXPERIENCE
Driver and Tour Guide
Super Lanka Tours
2004 - present
* Provided full-service tour offering to Sri Lanka for clients from Europe, North America, Australia, and Asia
* Made reservations, assembled tour packages, customized itineraries, coordinated airport pickup and dropoff, destination guidance and explanation, general
transportation services
Driver and Tour Guide
Sri Lanka Railway Tours
2000 - 2004
* Coordinated and led tours for clients from all over the world to all parts of Sri Lanka
Safari Driver and Guide
Flamingo Tours, Dixon Tours
1996 - 2000
* Navigated through Yala National Park, Uda Walawe National Park, Bundala National Park
* Coordinated safari reservations, tracked and identified wildlife, explained history and operations of safari, provided services to international clients
TESTIMONIALS
"Asanka was tremendous during our trip to Sri Lanka. He showed us parts of Sri Lanka that we never thought we would see, and crafted a perfect itinerary for the time that we had in this country. He was especially kind to us, and flexible when we wanted to change our schedule. Highly recommended!"
- Michael C.
Texas, USA
"Wow! Asanka was a great tour guide! He made the planning process stress-free, and accommodated all my requests. It was a fantastic trip that involved pristine beaches, amazing elephants and wildlife, and some of the finest tea I have ever sampled. I'll tell all my friends to contact Asanka when they visit Sri Lanka."
- Joanna
California, USA
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