The Veddas are the indigenous people of Sri Lanka, deeply connected with their land. This rare 2-night journey into the jungle at Dambana is spent with members of the tribe, including Rathnaaththo, Wijayaaththo, Ariyalaaththo and Tissaaththo.
What you do
- Songs and poems: watch a performance with narration and storytelling from a senior member of the tribe.
- Into the jungle: go out with your guides to harvest wild bees' honey and cook wild yams on the spot.
- Native food: eat fresh, nourishing food from the land.
- The stone house: visit the last stone house in Dambana still in use today.
Included
- 2 nights at a villa in Mahiyanganaya.
- Basic meals.
Part of the proceeds goes to a platform championing the rights of South Asia's indigenous groups and their cultures. Minimum 6 people.
Priced per person. Choose the number of people when you book. We confirm the venue and start time with you after booking.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start. Less than 48 hours: 50% refund. Less than 24 hours, or a no-show: no refund.
