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Seeking to satiate your spontaneous spirit? This eight-day sailing tour around the north coast of Sri Lanka ensures you hit all the region's best highlights but leaves room in the itinerary to explore hidden gems and join activities that best meet the interests of the group. Expect to visit plenty of remote islands with deserted beaches and small fishing villages, experience Tamil traditions with lunch in a local's home, and tour Delft Island to learn about Sri Lanka's Dutch colonial history. There's plenty of time in between for swimming, snorkelling, stand-up paddleboarding, and kayaking to complete your experience on the water.
At a glance
Where you'll go
Day by day
Your journey through
Sri Lanka
Day 1Arrival dayArrivalThere are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.
There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.
Day 2An early start in Colombo to catch the train
ColomboAn early start in Colombo to catch the train. Enjoy the scenery as you head north to Jaffna, to meet your Sailing CEO and board the boat. Get settled in to your cabin and set sail from the Kurikkaduwan Jetty.
Day 3Located between India and Sri Lanka
Located between India and Sri Lanka, the Palk Bay and Strait are home to tiny islands, unique coral formations, isolated fishing communities, and centuries of history, culture and tradition. Spend the week exploring temples, beaches, and reefs, and meet the people who call this remote corner of Sri Lanka home.
Day 4Located between India and Sri Lanka
Located between India and Sri Lanka, the Palk Bay and Strait are home to tiny islands, unique coral formations, isolated fishing communities, and centuries of history, culture and tradition. Spend the week exploring temples, beaches, and reefs, and meet the people who call this remote corner of Sri Lanka home.
Day 5Located between India and Sri Lanka
Located between India and Sri Lanka, the Palk Bay and Strait are home to tiny islands, unique coral formations, isolated fishing communities, and centuries of history, culture and tradition. Spend the week exploring temples, beaches, and reefs, and meet the people who call this remote corner of Sri Lanka home.
Day 6Located between India and Sri Lanka
Located between India and Sri Lanka, the Palk Bay and Strait are home to tiny islands, unique coral formations, isolated fishing communities, and centuries of history, culture and tradition. Spend the week exploring temples, beaches, and reefs, and meet the people who call this remote corner of Sri Lanka home.
Day 7After a final morning on boardColombo
ColomboAfter a final morning on board, disembark at Kurikkaduwan Jetty, and begin the train trip back to Colombo. Arrive back into Colombo in the evening.
Day 8Departure dayDepartureDepart at any time.
Depart at any time.
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