When in Sri Lanka, the ardent golfer is presented with a challenge as the island is home to just three 18-hole world-class golf courses, including two in the hill country and a more established one in Colombo. Our eleven day tour is designed to give golfers a chance to spend time immersed in the game at the best golf courses the country has to offer whilst exploring the city of Colombo in depth. Enjoy a relaxing overnight stay at the Shangri-La Hotel in Colombo where you can unwind in comfort and luxury. And the best part? The itinerary is customisable, which will ensure a holiday that is tailor-made to surpass your expectations of everything the ideal golf-centered holiday should be.
Check in to the hotel. In the evening proceed on a City Tour of Colombo.
The busiest place in Sri Lanka is Colombo, the commercial capital of the country. Colombo is a beautiful city with modern high-rise buildings amidst old colonial ones making it a picturesque place. Colombo offers a lot for the tourists including the National Museum and Galle Face Green in Colombo, the favorite hangout spot for locals and tourists alike overlooking the beautiful Indian Ocean and surrounded by tall beautiful buildings. Viharamaha Devi Park with tall flowering trees which bloom during April is a quiet serene place in the middle of the busy city. Colombo is also a shoppers’ paradise with posh shopping malls and the famous Pettah market.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight stay in a hotel in Shangrila Colombo
Play golf in the morning at Royal Colombo Golf Club.
The Royal Colombo Golf Club is the oldest golf club in Sri Lanka. Established in 1880, it is located in the capital city of Colombo at the Ridgeway Links also known as the Anderson Golf Course. It is home to the Sri Lanka Golf Union, the governing body of Golf in Sri Lanka and maintains links with the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews in Scotland.
Dress Code
Course:
- Golf / Regular sports shoes
- Dress Shorts/Long trousers
- Log/short sleeved shirts – with collars
- No Round Neck T’shirts or vests
- (Beach shorts or running shorts are not permitted)
- Course is Open from 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Club House:
- Playing kit is permitted in the verandah up to 00 p.m.
- Smart casual for other areas
- After 00 p.m., no shorts, open slippers, Track Suits etc.
- Smart casual at all restaurants
- Club House is open from 6:00 am to 11:30 p.m.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight stay in a hotel in Shangrila Colombo
En route visit Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.
Pinnawala is situated in the Sabaragamuwa province of Sri Lanka close to Kegalle town. An orphanage, nursery and captive breeding ground for wild Asian elephants is located at this village remarkably known as ‘Pinnawela Elephant Orphanage’. The orphanage has the largest herd of captive elephants in the world and visited daily by many local and foreign tourists. The main attraction is clearly to observe the elephants bathing and feeding which is quite an experience. The orphanage was launched to provide a lifeline to the orphaned baby elephants and adult elephants lost in the wilderness.
Evening visit Kandy city including, Temple of the Tooth Relic, Bazar & Traditional dancing performances.
Kandy the popular charming hill capital of Sri Lanka is surrounded by hills, valleys, rivers, lakes and waterfalls. It is the cultural center of the island and a UNESCO heritage city. The sacred tooth relic of Lord Buddha is enshrined at the Dalada Maligawa, the temple of the tooth. The arts and crafts center in Kandy, the main Buddhist monasteries Malwatta and Asgiriya Monasteries are places that must be visited. Kandy is a great place for souvenir shopping and to learn about its rich culture and history. Also visit gem shops and late in the evening witness a traditional Sri Lankan cultural show.
Proceed to Digana, check in to hotel
Overnight stay in Clingendael
Play golf in this beautiful ground overlooking the Mountain range and Victoria reservoir, this offers a picturesque scenery and breath-taking views of the nature, this 6933-yard championship 18-hole golf course is maintained to international standards.
Play round of golf today
Evening at leisure
Overnight stay in Clingendael
Check in to the hotel.
Evening proceed on a city tour of Nuwara Eliya
Nuwara Eliya is a city, in the hill country of the Central Province, Sri Lanka. The city is considered to be the most important locations for tea cultivation and well known for its cool climate being the coolest area in Sri Lanka. Many of the buildings have still preserved features from the colonial period. Many private homes have also maintained their old English-style lawns and gardens. The town wakes up with many activities in April for the Sinhalese and Tamil New year. Main allure during April season include the motor and horse racing events.
Overnight stay in a hotel in Hill rise
Play golf in the morning at Nuwara Eliya Golf Club.
Return to the hotel.
Overnight stay in a hotel in Hill rise
Optional – Take the flight or a Helicopter to Hamabantota
Check in to the hotel.
Rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight stay in Shangri La Hotel, Hambanthota.
Play golf in the morning at Golf Club – Shangri La hotel.
Sri Lanka’s first and only golf resort is set amid a vast coconut palm plantation, offering spectacular views and unique challenges for both casual and seasoned players.
The abundance of nature and wildlife, framed by lakes and the beautiful Indian Ocean, sets the scene for a most incredible golfing experience.
Overnight stay in Shangri La Hotel, Hambanthota.
Spend the day at leisure by the beach or pool.
Overnight stay in Shangri La Hotel, Hambanthota.
Optional – Take the flight or a Helicopter to Bandaranayake International Airport to connect with your flight
