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Farcry Boutique Resort

Wasgamuwa, Sri Lanka

A mix of the dry and wet zones is clearly visible in Wasgamuwa which is home to the FarCry Resort. The resort which is about 25km away from the infamous Wasgamuwa National Park is a luxurious boutique hotel hidden amidst an all natural environment. The land area which houses the resort borders the magnificent Mahaweli River enabling the land to be filled with rich soil that assists in the farming of crops. The FarCry Resort boasts of modern yet rustic air-conditioned luxurious rooms that are perfect for guests to spend a holiday in harmony with nature.

Accommodation

A number of 6 air-conditioned guestrooms are available at the FarCry Resort in Wasgamuwa offering guests a fusion of a rustic ambience and modern conveniences. Guestroom features include a king sized bed, LED flat screen television with cable connection, electronic safe and tea/coffee making facilities. The rooms are ideally designed for families, couples and even groups of friends while each room is equipped with comfortable fold out futons. Two of the rooms consist of 4 single beds each which makes it ideal for families or groups.

Facilities

The FarCry Resort offers guests a fine option of choosing from authentic Sri Lankan and mouth watering Western delights. Fresh produce is used that is directly from the resort garden while you can enjoy the best when it comes to age old recipes of culinary expertise. Guests can dine alfresco at the pool side terrace or simply indulge themselves in a traditional Sri Lankan clay pot meal in a mud hut with a thatched roof. You can also make use of the fully stocked bar and enjoy a range of signature cocktails and a selection of tasteful house wines. Other facilities offered at the FarCry Resort includes a beautiful outdoor swimming pool where you can enjoy a dip in fine weather as well as complimentary Wi-Fi to stay connected with friends and family from all over.

Things to do

The FarCry Resort is the perfect location to explore the natural and cultural heritage of the Wasgamuwa area and the surrounding region. A short 30 minute drive will bring you to the Wasgamuwa National Park which boasts of diverse wildlife from 23 species of mammals and reptiles. The park consists of over 150 elephants while you will be able to spot most of them roaming around. Bird lovers are in for a treat with over 140 species of birds chirping and flying about in the park. Over an hour's drive will bring you to the Knuckles Mountain Range which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Trekking through nature trails and picnics can be organized. Other places that you can visit include the mini world's end cliff, Dambana, Riverstone and the Sorabora Wewa.

Location

The FarCry Resort is ideally located in a 12 acre fertile land approximately 25km away from the Wasgamuwa National Park while it is a convenient location to explore many attractions in the area including the Knuckles Forest Reserve and the Maduru Oya National Park. The most suitable route to take would be the Kandy - Mahiyangana - Wasgamuwa road. The distance from Colombo to the Wasgamuwa area is about 219km. You can hire vehicles or rent a car or even self drive to your destination.

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What guests say

3.9 of 5 bubbles on TripAdvisor
3.9 / 5 · 66 traveller reviews on TripAdvisor
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Pool and Restaurent Exterior of FarCry (with Knuckles Mountain Range in the background) Traditional Cuisine- Rice and Curry Traditional Cuisine-Variations from the North of Sri Lanka Suite with 4 single beds (Aliya)
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Hidden jungle charm near Wasgamuwa

A peaceful jungle retreat away from the tourist crowds. Loved the calm surroundings, rustic vibe, and how close it feels to nature. The rooms are basic but clean, food is homemade and tasty, and the team is super friendly. Great b…

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