AMADI TOURS

09/10/2013

WELCOME TO SRI LANKA

Amadi tours is a specialist incoming Sri Lanka tour operator providing tailor-made tours. We are independently owned and have been in business since 1989. You can be assured of a fast, accurate, reliable and friendly service delivered with traditional Sri Lankan warmth, from our team in Sri Lanka.
We offer only a very few trips, all with knowledgeable, enthusiastic leadership, custom high quality itineraries, and attention to detail. We have very good experience guide & drivers for over the 23 years guiding & driving.
We will make every effort to see that you are comfortable, relaxed & at home with us. You will experience a warm & friendly service, which is truly Sri Lankan & synonymous with Amadi tours.

We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful country!

06/10/2013

Weddings & Honeymoons in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is one of the top Overseas Wedding destinations.Set for a traditional Sri Lankan wedding or for a simple ceremony on the beach. Diverse locations are available and choice is yours, Hill country locations amidst the Tea Plantation, Beach, Jungle and many more.....

Your wedding day is one of the most important days in your life so to make it a memorable occasion for both you and your guests, why not have the Wedding ceremony in a unique location in the very heart of nature in Sri Lanka ? Picture making you vows standing on a temporary platform (made from all natural materials and decorated with beautiful flowers) suspended over the Belihuloya river, with the Bakers Falls waterfall serving as a back drop. Or why not have an evening Wedding ceremony next to a reservoir, with the famous Sigiriya rock in the background. How is a waterfall as a backdrop?

Candles and oil lamps can illuminate the area and a mouth watering buffet can be served under the shelter of the nearby forest. Traditional touches of Sri Lanka such as the inclusion of local dancers, drummers, costumes and cuisine as well as the practice of local customs like cutting a ‘kiri bath' in a ‘kulla' (a milk rice alternative to the traditional wedding cake) will make the occasion a truly Sri Lankan experience! After the ceremony, we can arrange a whole honeymoon itinerary tailor-made to your exact requirements.
Marriage certificate in English
The Registrar of Marriages will provide an official marriage certificate in the local Singhalese language. A certified duplicate copy in the English language is available and will cost US$60. The duplicate copy should take between 1 to 2 days to be prepared. Depending on weekends and religious holidays it may take up to a week and will be sent on to your Home Address by us if necessary. Foreign Ministry Certified Translations are also available. This will require the couple to visit the required Ministry in Colombo.

Weddings will not be available on Poya Day and certain other Religious Holidays. Please Contact us for details.
All Weddings require 30% Non-Refundable prepayment to secure a booking. Balance must be received 30 Days prior to arrival in ‘Sri Lanka’.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me for any further questions regarding our Wedding Packages.

Legalities - Required documents for Weddings in Sri Lanka:
Documentation for wedding and marriage ceremony must be sent to the hotel at least 4 weeks prior to the wedding day and includes:

1. Photocopy of birth certificate (original to be presented prior to the wedding day)

2. Photocopy of valid passport (original to be presented prior to the wedding day)

3. Details of the names, addresses and occupations of the couple to be married

4. Details of parents’ names, occupations and addresses

5. An affidavit confirming marital status of bride and groom prior to the wedding. Should be signed by a Solicitor with company stamp.

6. If either party to the marriage is divorced, a Decree Absolute proving the lawful termination of the previous marriage must be presented prior to the wedding ceremony

7. If widowed, Death Certificate of former spouse of the previous marriage

8. If names have been changed prior to the wedding, legal proof of change of name
What to wear?
Choice is yours, but traditional Western wedding dresses are discouraged because of the hot climate in Sri Lanka. Western type weddings dresses are recommended in hill country locations.

We suggest light silk dress
Saris can be bought in Sri Lanka. If you bring your own material you can get it tailor made by a local dress maker.
Guests attire
Full suite or Smart Casual.

06/10/2013

06/10/2013

AYURVEDA IN SRI LANKA

Ayurveda is an ancient holistic treatment method and its origins in India and Sri Lanka.
Ayurvedic herbal medicine (plant roots, barks, wood, fresh leaves and extracts, gem stones and minerals,) is the old traditional, holistic medical preparation. Its purpose is to prevent illnesses by making use of the endless energies of nature.
Its ultimate goal is maintain good health and comprehensively prevent illness.
According to Ayurvedic science, each one of us has a distinct pattern of energy and this pattern is called “the three Doshas”, defined as Vatha, Pitta and Kapha.
With our ailments these three Doshas become imbalance.

The aim of Panchakarma Ayurveda cure is re-establish the balance of the different energies by elimination of collecting toxins from the body (through herbal medicine, nutritious foods, massages, thermo-therapy, yoga, meditation and the environment.)

06/10/2013

Yala National Park is the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka. Actually it consists of five blocks, two of which are now open to the public; and also adjoining parks. The blocks have individual names also, like Ruhuna National Park for the (best known) block 1 and Kumana National Park or 'Yala East' for the adjoining area. It is situated in the southeast region of the country, and lies in southern province and uva province. The park covers 979 square kilometres (378 sq mi) and is located about 300 kilometres (190 mi) from colombo. Yala was designated as a wildlife sanctuaryin 1900, and, along with wilpattu it was one of the first two national parks in Sri Lanka, having been designated in 1938. The park is best known for its variety of wild animals. It is important for the conservation of sri lanka elephent and aquatic birds.
There are six national parks and three wildlife sanctuaries in the vicinity of Yala. The park is situated in the dry semi arid climatic region and rain is received mainly during the northeast monsoon.Yala hosts a variety ecosystems ranging from moist monsoon forests to freshwater and marine wetlands. It is one of the 70 important bird areas (IBAs) in Sri Lanka. Yala harbours 215 bird species including six endemic species of Sri Lanka. The number of mammals that has been recorded from the park is 44, and it has one of the highest leopard densities in the world.

06/10/2013

Beach Holidays in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is a teardrop shaped island in the Indian Ocean and is blessed with all the ingredients for a perfect sun and sand holiday. The endless golden sand beaches trimmed with palm trees, the sparkling blue Indian Ocean waters, and the warm and tropical year-round climate is just perfect for whenever you want to enjoy the beach. These are actually just the basics…and we’ve definitely got them right. But if you’re looking for a deeper experience on your beach holiday with a mix of relaxation, privacy, seclusion, fun, excitement, adventure and an opportunity to truly mix with the culture of the country and its people…then Sri Lanka is possibly among one of the few countries in the world with the ideal beach holiday concoction.

Sri Lanka’s best coastline extends from Negombo in the northwest to Trincomalee in the northeast, passing miles and miles of beautiful beaches in the south coast and the deeper south of Sri Lanka.

Our southern coastal belt has many pockets of absolutely gorgeous flat and wide sandy beaches. The lagoons found in this area make safe all-year round swimming. Bentota has possibly the best beach in the entire south coast, while Hikkaduwa is famed for its corals and water-based activities like diving and snorkeling. The south coast is affected by the south-west monsoon from May to September, so the best time to enjoy the south coast beaches are from November to April. And if you’re a die hard beach lover, still no worries because the south coast’s off-season is Sri Lanka’s east coast’s season. From April to October the beaches from Arugam Bay all the way up to Trincomalee attract thousands of surfers. The white sandy beaches of the east are breathtakingly picturesque and are well-known worldwide for having some of the best surfing points.

So begin your most memorable beach holiday ever…journeying along one of the best tropical coastlines in the world.

06/10/2013

Whales & Dolphins spotting

Sri Lanka is becoming a major spot for watching Whales and Dolphins. Dondra Point of down south in Sri Lanka is the main port of Whale Watching in Sri Lanka during December to April. Out of these months December, January and April are the peak months of sightings. During these months there is 95% chances of spotting S***m Whales and great chances of spotting Blue Whales as their migration path is just off Dondra Point. We are able to arrange Whale Watching Trips off Dondra Point in a fully insured trawler boat which will last for 3 hours. Also there are good chances of spotting Spinner Dolphins also off Dondra. Ample of accommodation options are available as Dondra point can be reach easily from Hikkaduwa, Galle, Unawatuna, Weligama, Mirissa and Tangalle which are popular beach locations in Sri Lanka.
We usually start at 6AM and the duration of sailing is 3 – 5 Hours at Sea. We provide Free Breakfast and Water, life Jackets and Life Guards are present in the Vessel as well. The boat has toilet facilities to cater to the long duration.

Kalpitiya is the best places if you are interested in seeing Dolphins. During November to March is the best season to go Dolphin Watching off Kalpitiya. At a time you can witness 1000-1500 Dolphins. We can arrange accommodation in basic holiday cottages to nice beach villas in Kalpitiya area.

Whale and Dolphin watching is also possible during June to September off the eastern shores such as Trincomalee.

06/10/2013

GOLF
Sri Lanka is relatively unknown in the field of Golf, but surprisingly the country has three of the finest 18 hole courses in Asia. In fact the association with golf Sri Lanka is more than a century and the Sri Lanka Amateur Golf Championship, which was instituted in the year 1891 follows the British Amateur as the oldest national championship in the world. The three courses are situated in Colombo, Digana and Nuwara Eliya, Colombo at sea level, Digana at 600 m and Nuwara Eliya at an elevation of 2'070m have distinctly different terrain and climate conditions. This contributes to the enjoyment and challenge as you could be playing golf in three different countries. Play golf in Sri Lanka on your next Asia golf tour.
The Royal Colombo Golf Club
The Royal Colombo Golf Club, Sri Lanka: This course is 5'770 m long (par 71). A flat course with broad fairways which looks simple to beginners but there are many water hazards and well guarded bunkers which quickly change the opinion. The Royal Colombo Golf Club is easily accessible, being 20 minutes drive from all first-class hotels in the city. The Royal Colombo Golf Club is an Oasis in the city of Colombo surrounded by residential areas and business establishments. The Club provides its members with a facility that is beaming with historic golf memorabilia and a course that spans 96 acres. The scenic fairways, natural habitats of some rare species of fauna and flora and heart warming smiles are just some the characteristics that makes RCGC a true Oasis in the city.

RCGC is the home of the Sri Lanka Golf Union, the governing body of Golf in Sri Lanka and only answerable to the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrew’s in Scotland. There are only sixteen other Royal Clubs in the world which are older than RCGC and only three which are older outside the British Isles. The vibrancy around the club is not limited to the course, the verandah overlooking the course is a popular place to sit back with a chilled drink and celebrate a good round of golf or simply unwind after a hard day’s work at the office. RCGC has a host of facilities to cater to your every mood and fancy, whether you are a serious golfer or simply want to treat your family and friends in exclusive and tranquil surroundings.
Victoria Golf Club
Victoria Golf Club, Digana, Sri Lanka: This course is 6'190 m long (par 73) a championship golf course designed by Donald Steel and inaugurated early in 1999. The fairways are rather narrow in a hilly country side. Stately trees and avenues of coconuts lend the course an immediate air maturity. Impressive natural outcrops of rocks are a distinctive feature and indeed a hazard of the course. The Victoria Golf Club is situated 25 km east of Kandy and 150 km from Colombo.
The Nuwara Eliya Golf Club
The Nuwara Eliya Golf Club, Sri Lanka: This course which is reputed to be one of Asia's finest is 5'520 m (par 71). The fairways are long and narrow and bordered by fir trees and thick bushes. It demands skilful "position play" and the hilly terrain makes it essential that players can cope with up-hill and down-hill lies. The Golf Club is 10 minutes.

WATER SPORT
Water Skiing in Sri Lanka
Water-Skiing is the ultimate rush on the water's surface! Whether you're a beginner who just wants to get round without too many falls or a well-seasoned water-sports fan, eager to check out slalom courses and jumps in Sri Lanka , you're guaranteed a good time! Full training, on dry land and in the water, is available for both beginners and those more experienced water-skiers who simply want to brush up on their style while on holiday in Sri Lanka . While you're there, why not have a go at jet-skiing and wake-boarding as well, or for maximum fun try bouncing along the water in a gigantic inflatable tyre!
Water sports in Bentota
The vast lagoon and mouth of the Bentota Ganga provides Bentota with calm waters all year round, making it one of the best locations in Sri Lanka for water sports.
A plethora of water related activities are on offer here, from windsurfing courses and board hire, water skiing, wake boarding, banana rides, jet skiing and canoeing to surfing.
Spend an afternoon getting your adrenaline fix and riding the waves, you will not find a better spot for it

14/09/2013