Chameera Cycling

We recommend starting the tour early in the morning. Expect ride to be approximately 94km, which can be done in 3-7 hours depending on your pace. At the tour operator's office, you will be provided with welcome and tour information, bottled water, helmet and 10 speed alloy frame jaguar racing bike.

After a short briefing you start tour with our local guide to explore Fantastic road cycling in the heart of southern Sri Lanka, All of who are dedicated to ensuring that you have best holiday when you join our sporting cycling tour. Riding on quiet country lanes sporting tour takes you on a journey of discovery through the Akuressa countryside by rivers, lakes with view over spectacular mountains, lush green paddy fields, working tea plantation, rubber cultivation, cinnamon plantation, topical palms and many beautiful local villages. Mainly we do ride this tour for your request you will get stops along the way for king coconut and fruit. You will have a truly wonderful experience.

The Lagoon and Village Cycling Tour goes at your own pace - we get off the beaten track with an easy 12 km (7.5 miles) ride from approx. 2.5 to 3 hours (or more) depending on how comfortable you are and how fast you wish to cycle. The tour stays primarily on dirt and gravel tracks and shows you local industries, Lagoon and mangroves, fauna, flora and also meets the local people. You can also witness the process of catching crabs, visit an old Buddhist temple (built in BC 1794). If you wish to stay away from the touristy areas and experience the lifestyle of the locals while cycling, this is a perfect tour for you!

Highlights

• See native wildlife in their natural environment
• Cycle the city streets to absorb the local atmosphere
• Excellent value for money
• Led by a local guide
• Water and refreshments
• Perfect for all ages and skill level

Spend a day cycling along the country roads. 35 km easy day ride with an adventurous to a working tea plantation in Akuressa. This is a relatively leisurely journey with 2 or 3 small uphill climbs (make no mistake though you should be relatively fit!). After enjoying a brief stop for a refreshing king coconut you will arrive at the local village - a brief 15 minute walk to the river where you can enjoy a dip in fresh water fed from the Hiyare Rainforest.

Galle is the administrative capital of Southern Province and the fourth largest city in Sri Lanka. Before the arrival of the Portuguese in the 16th century, Galle was the main port on the island and has reached the height of its development in the 18th century during the Dutch colonial period. Galle is the best example of a fortified city built by the Portuguese in South and Southeast Asia that shows the interaction between Portuguese architectural styles and native traditions. The Galle fort is a world heritage site and is the largest remaining fortress in Asia built by European occupiers.

Highlights

• Cycle the city streets to absorb the local atmosphere
• Step back in time on a history tour
• Informative, friendly and professional guide
• Excellent value for money
• Water and refreshments