Perhaps the best way to enjoy Sri Lanka’s beauty is from above, and of the many options available, Hot Air Ballooning takes the number 1 spot for experience. You will be floating in a basket carried by the breeze 500 to 2000 feet in the air. Drift along where the wind takes you, watching the treetops, wildlife, lakes and rivers, remnants of ancient civilisations, local residential areas – urban and rural – and iconic landmarks such as the Sigiriya Rock Fortress.

For a more thrilling experience, try powered paragliding, also known as paramotoring. This is a form of ultra-light aviation where the pilot wears a motor on his back – called a paramotor – that provides enough thrust to take you off the ground with the help of an adapted paraglider or paramotor wing.

Scenic flights and helicopter rides can also be arranged, for fun and as a mode of quick transport.