Detailed Cycling Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1 - Arrival
SCHEDULE
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Arrival in Belihuloya.
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Canoëing at Samanalawewa Reservoir in the afternoon.
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Dinner and overnight stay River Garden Resort (HB).
Nestled amidst the beautiful hill country, Belihuloya is a picturesque little town located in Sabaragamuwa province, 616 metres above sea level. The beautiful hillside location is a climatically transitional area, linking both the dry and wet zones and the hill and low country and making it one of the richest bio-diversity spots in Sri Lanka - and an ideal location for nature lovers! Belihuloya is perfectly in tune with nature and provides a gorgeous setting for all sorts of adventures from climbing to canoeing and trekking. Here, you can enjoy the scenic waterfalls, historic sites, and nature trails.
Surrounded by rugged mountain sceneries, the still calm waters of the Samanalawewa reservoir offer an idyllic location for canoëing. Whether you want to go for a relaxed little paddle for a couple of hours, venture out to the mouth of the Belihuloya River or spend an entire day exploring the perimeter of the reservoir, you are sure to have an unforgettable experience. A well-experienced guide will provide you with the right technics, safety instructions and modern life jacket.
Day 2
Day 2 - Cycling to Kosgama via Seelogama
SCHEDULE
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Early breakfast at the hotel.
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Start the 30 km Kosgama cycling trail at 7:00 am.
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Return to River Garden Garden for lunch.
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Departure.
CYCLING DISTANCE: 30 kms (to Kosgama and back via Seelogama and Kinchigune)
DURATION: 5 - 6 hrs
GRADING: Moderate / Hard
Today, you will be taken for a 30 km cycling trail through small villages, forests and paddy fields in the gorgeous sceneries of the Sri Lanka’s Hill-Country. The trail starts from the River Garden Resort and takes you first to the little village of Seelogama, from where you will take a single track steep down to Belihuloya River. After crossing the river (depending on the water level, you might need to carry your bike across), you will continue to Samanalawewa reservoir and steep uphill on a paved road to Kinchigune Eco Lodge, where you can take a little break enjoying some refreshments and the beautiful views.
Start off again and ride 1.5 kms uphill to the village of Pambahinna. From there, you will cycle around 9 kms on gravel to Kosgama - picturesque little village surrounded by paddy fields and lush green forests. Along the way, we will pass by a small village school to which we can pay a visit, with the principal’s permission, if it is a school day. From the village, the trail continues a couple kilometers mostly uphill to Kosgama River, and then comes the real challenge - the 4.5 kms steep uphill ride to Marangahawela. Here, you will cycle on a narrow paved road, and the lush forests will provide you with a cool shade. After the tiring climb, you will get to enjoy an easy 12 km downhill ride from Marangahawela back to River Garden Resort along the main road. On the way, you may have a break at the Surathali Ella Waterfall.
