THE NORTH
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An Untamed Journey to the Edge of the Pearl
There is
Rhythm to this land
lesser known corners
where the modern world slows
legends are folded in the landscape
Experience stillness that stirs, solitude that awakens, and an intimacy with the island that few ever know.
From the coastal elegance of Colombo to the sacred springs and salt blushed breezes of Jaffna, this journey is a rare and wondrous unfolding. Imagine sea planes skimming low over teal waters, uncharted beaches under foot, wild horses galloping across Delft Island, and temples tucked beside healing springs that whisper stories older than time.
This is where the North sings quietly, powerfully to the traveler who is ready to listen.
Inspire Restore
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Glide above palm fringed shores and coastal jungles as you soar from west to east. A breathtaking journey where the horizon feels endless.
Spend slow afternoons on tranquil beaches kissed by turquoise waters. Swim, sunbathe, or simply be. This is where peace finds you.
Let the mineral rich waters of Keerimalai renew you, as centuries of pilgrims have done before. The ocean breeze here carries something more than salt — it carries stillness.
Dine on home cooked northern cuisine, infused with spice, soul, and stories. A meal that is a tribute to the land and the people who welcome us into it.
Your final days are for exhaling. Float in calm seas, sip something cool under swaying palms, and let the slow rhythm of coastal life linger a little longer.
Adventure Explore
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Colombo by Tuk Tuk
Discover Sri Lanka’s gentle east coast from golden beaches to sacred temple coves. This is the island at its most serene and soulful.
Walk the storied ramparts of this centuries old fort, once held by Portuguese, Dutch, British, and Tamil kings. It stands as a quiet monument to history and resilience.
Bathe in natural spring pools where healing legends live on. A place where myth, ritual, and stillness converge beside the sea.
The Miracle Springs of Keerimalai
Sail to a surreal coral island where wild horses roam and baobab trees twist skyward. Step back in time among crumbling forts, banyan canopies, and island lore.
Delft Island by Private Boat
Peer into a freshwater well so deep its end remains a mystery. A place of legend and science both and still, no one knows where the water comes from.
The Bottomless Well of Nilavarai
Jaffna Fort
Trincomalee's Ocean Calm
Explore the beating heart of the capital in the most iconic way; by tuk tuk. From colonial treasures to seaside promenades, experience a city where old world charm meets modern rhythm.
ITINERARY
Inspirational
Day 1 - Arrival in Colombo: Where Your Journey Begins
Touch down in the vibrant heart of Sri Lanka. Your private chauffeur awaits with a warm smile and a calm presence. The day of your arrival is for rest, to gently shake off the long flight and settle into island time. You'll be ushered to a modern, artful sanctuary in the city, with soaring views and fresh design. When you're ready, we’ll take a soft stroll through colonial boulevards and palm lined promenades before dinner under the stars.
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Day 2 - Colombo by Tuk Tuk
Today, Colombo comes alive. The day begins with fresh fruit and Ceylon tea before climbing into a vibrant tuk tuk for a guided joyride through the capital’s soul: past majestic parliament buildings, the quiet dignity of Independence Square, and the ocean breeze of Galle Face. Later, head to the storied seaside manor once home to governors and poets, now a timeless retreat to dine and unwind by the sea.
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Day 3 - To the East, by Sky and Sea
A seaplane whisks you eastward over forest, lagoon, and turquoise bays to a coast of quiet beauty and crystalline waters. Trincomalee unfolds slowly: ancient harbors, gentle beaches, and warm winds that carry the scent of sea and spice. The day is yours to enjoy the rhythm of this peaceful paradise.
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Day 4 - Soulful Seaside
Whether exploring hidden coves or simply basking in the stillness, this is a day to follow your curiosity. Swim in calm waters said to heal. Taste the east coast’s famed seafood. Let the sun linger on your skin. Every corner offers space to exhale.
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Day 5 - Into the North
The road winds north through quiet villages and Tamilian heartlands. Your destination is Jaffna; proud, poetic, and unlike anywhere else. If time allows, perhaps you’ll step aboard a private boat and drift across the lagoon toward dusk. The palette shifts here: more ochre, more soul. Jaffna waits, raw and regal.
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Day 6 - Waters That Heal, Stories That Last
Today is about sacred water and ancient myth. Bathe where a Pandyan princess was transformed, in the miracle springs of Keerimalai. Stand by the bottomless well that even science can’t explain. Walk the ramparts of the great Jaffna Fort, a quiet witness to centuries of conquest and resilience. And let your feet sink into the soft, untouched sands of Casuarina, where the sea stretches gently to the horizon.
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Day 7 - Delft Island: Untamed & Timeless
Sail across the sea to a windswept island lost in time. Wild horses roam free here. Baobab trees rise like guardians. Coral walls, ancient stables, and haunting towers dot the land like echoes. This is Delft, surreal and sacred. Enjoy a locally prepared meal beneath the open sky, the salt air clinging to your skin and the stories of the island settling deep in your heart.
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Day 8 - From North to West
Board a sea plane to the south. Then take a peaceful coastal drive with your private chauffeur to the western shores. Palm trees wave gently overhead as you arrive at a serene beach retreat where fishermen still cast nets at dawn and the day ends in golden light.
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Day 9 - A Day to Drift
Today is yours, to wander barefoot along the sand, to sip coconut water in the shade, to write postcards you’ll never send. Let the sea breeze tangle your hair. This is the exhale before departure.
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Day 10 - Until Next Time
After one last breakfast, it’s time to say goodbye, or perhaps, until we meet again. The island has a way of staying with you long after you leave.
