Authentic cycling experience through a fishing village – Batticaloa
Bike from Batticaloa to Palamunai, with stops at a rural fishing village for a rich cultural experience of: daily village life, eastern temple rituals, traditional handloom shops, a local family lunch and more.
SLDT/1802/CY09
Why should you book this trip?
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The eastern side of Sri Lanka is very different compared to the rest of the country. There is a saying that the best way to explore a place is on two wheels and that holds true with the rural life in this region as well
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The beautiful scenery of the local gardens, the beach and the lagoon
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You will have an opportunity to observe the rituals at a local Hindu temple
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You will be able to meet the handloom viewers, who make amazing colourful sarees and bed sheets and observe the ancient crafting method
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Have lunch with a local family in traditional style made with the freshly picked vegetables and fish from the market
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Ride along the streets of Kattankudy, a town where most of the people are engaged in business, industries and fisheries
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Get a closer look at the interesting daily routines of villagers and city dwellers in Batticaloa
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Visit the fish market and observe the daily business routine of fishermen
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Most importantly this is an excellent community-based tour led by an experienced local guide, so by booking this, you will be contributing to the wellbeing of the local community
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