Heel Oya Village Trail

Discover the Sleepy Village of Heel Oya

Heeloya Tourism Village is situated along Poddalgoda Road in Kandy district. It is a village trekking tour in which visitors get a chance to experience the typical lifestyle of a Sri Lankan villager. Visitors also have the chance to witness some amazing sights such as paddy fields and plantations etc. The tour provides a sneak peek into the daily lives of villagers such as how a court case is heard, paddy cultivation, toddy tapping and bee-keeping etc.

 

The Heeloya Village trekking package lets you grasp the rural culture of Sri Lanka and undergo a fun-filled sightseeing activity. Witness the ancient Sri Lankan village composition and the lifestyle of the local people. You shall be able to observe how the proceedings of hearing a case is made by the village-headman and their ways of paddy cultivation, home gardening, livestock, spice plantations, toddy tapping, handicrafts, bee-keeping, etc.

Nights Hotel Room Category Meal Plan
2N Wild Glamping Knuckles Luxury Tent HB Basis
1N The Blackberry Cottage Entire Cottage HB Basis
1N Raddison Colombo Standard HB Basis

Package Cost

Mini Pax Vehicle Per Person Cost
10 Pax AC Coaster – 15 Seater USD. 420

Tour Itinerary

Day 01 : Bandaranaike International Airport – Knuckles
  • On arrival you will be met and welcomed by our representative and transferred to Knuckles
  • Check-in to the hotel & Leisure at the hotel
  • Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel- Knuckles

Day 02–Knuckles

  • Early morning proceed to Knuckles Village tracking
  • Lunch at the Village
  • Leisure at the hotel
  • Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel- Knuckles
  • 06:00: You will be picked up from your hotel and driven to the trailhead near the Rangala village.
  • 07:30: Your trekking guide will provide a brief description of the village and trekking.
  • 08:00: You will start the trekking. You are encouraged to work and become part of the village life by engaging in plucking fruits and vegetables for a meal to be prepared according to the local taste. You would also get an opportunity to watch some of the other aspects of this village being, the Heeloya waterfall, local species and herbs.
  • 13:00: You will be able to enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan lunch at a village house.
  • 14:00: You will be driven back to your hotel.
  • 16:00: Arrive back to your hotel with wonderful memories.

Day 03- Knuckles – Nuwara Eliya

  • After Breakfast at the hotel proceed to Nuwara Eliya
  • Then proceed to Nuwara Eliya city tour including Hakgala Garden, Seetha Amman temple & Gregory Lake
  • Check-in to the hotel & Leisure at the hotel
  • Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel- Nuwara Eliya

Day 04- Nuwara Eliya -Colombo

  • After Breakfast at the hotel & proceed to Colombo
  • Then Proceed to Colombo City tour, Colombo Port City visit & Shopping
  • Check-in to the hotel & Leisure at the hotel
  • Dinner & Overnight stay at hotel- Colombo

City Tour: While on your city tour in Colombo you may visit famous places including Galle Face Green, the Viharamahadevi Park, National Museum, Twin World Trade Center towers, Old Parliament Building, Fort district, Independence Hall at Independence Square, and prominent Buddhist, Hindu, Islam and Christian places of worship. (Entrance fees to sites not included). For shopping, you may visit Odel, House of Fashion, Beverly Street, Majestic City, Noritake, Lotus Tower, Colombo Port City etc.,

Colombo Port City Activities: Port City Public Area / Artificial Beach , Club House  ,Horse Riding ,Private Sailing Cruises ,Speed Bay , The Bay Golf Club , The Beach Park ( entree fee not included for any activities )

Day 05- Colombo – Bandaranaike International Airport

  • After Breakfast at the hotel proceed to Airport for departure

…………………………………Tour End…………………………………….

Entrance Fees Supplements per Person Rate in USD:

Name of the sightseeing location All countries SAARC / Countries
Colombo Lotus tower 20 20
Colombo National Museum 6 6
Gangarama Temple, Colombo 3 3
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage 20 10
Seetha Amman Temple 1 1
Hakgala Gardens, Nuwara Eliya 12 12
Gregory Lake 5 5

Remarks

  • Package valid till 31st Oct 2024
  • Aug supplement will be added to above rates
  • Kids are not allowed below 10 years
  • Rooms are subject to availability
  • The above rates are subject to change at any given time (ex: an increase in govt. taxes)

 

The above price is inclusive of

  • Accommodation at the hotels mentioned or similar
  • Meal plan – HB/MAP
  • Heel Oya Village trekking package with Lunch
  • Meeting and Assistance at the airport.
  • Transportation in a Pvt Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Service of an English-speaking National Guide
  • Per day 2 water bottles per person -500ml
  • Local Government Tax
  • Toll charges.

 

Value added services on Complementary basis

  • Flemingo duty free discount voucher – 5%
  • Free Tea plantation visit.
  • 20% Discount offer at Ishini Gems factory at Colombo Flower Drum
  • 20% Discount offer at Oak Ray wood carving Colombo Flower drum
  • 5% Discount voucher at ODEL which is high quality clothing store in Colombo.

 

The Price is Exclusive of

  • Tips to Guides / Chauffeurs.
  • Entrance fee for any sightseeing
  • Any fluctuations in the dollar component will affect the costing.
  • Any extra meal not mentioned on the above program during the tour.
  • Early check in or late checkout charges.
  • Expenses of a personal nature.
  • Any service not specifically mentioned in the inclusion.
  • Visa Fees (please log on to https://www.srilankaevisa.lk/)
  • Lunch or any extra meal not mentioned on the above program during the tour.
  • Camera or Video permits.