We Love —
- Taking an idyllic break in a 4* hotel nestling on a private beach in the south of Sri Lanka.
- Discovering local flavours based on fresh produce thanks to the hotel's gastronomic offer.
- Cruising through Sri Lanka's magnificent coastline from Balapitiya, Galle to Colombo!
Customer reviews —
Let your hair down on the water's edge under the Sri Lankan sun on a half-board basis! If you'd like to explore the surrounding areas, don't hesitate to book one of the optional excursions.
Shinagawa Beach Resort 4* —
Just for you:
- Private roundtrip airport transfers (for flight-inclusive packages)
At the Shinagawa Beach Resort 4*, you will enter an elegant world combining contemporary design and Asian inspiration. It belongs to the prestigious circle of Small Luxury Hotels of The World, which you will be able to see and feel the moment you step on its grounds!
Your only mission in this little paradise? To relax! You can count on the attentive service of this boutique hotel of only 26 rooms and its magnificent spa. Clean lines, lush nature, a swimming pool and a dreamy beach -there is a soothing atmosphere in this hotel that will give you a feeling of harmony!
Your room —
This offer is based on a Deluxe Room.
Deluxe Room (42 m²)
Enjoy the views of the Indian Ocean from your private balcony when staying in a Deluxe Room. The room offers contemporary decor, quality amenities and a lovely cosy setting.
Maximum room capacity
Your dining choices
This is a half board stay (breakfast and your evening meal served in the main buffet restaurant - excludes drinks). Please see the details section for further information about your board basis conditions.
Salt Restaurant's eclectic menu is designed to delight all the senses. Enjoy local and international delicacies while taking in the stunning ocean views. The Crimson Bar is ideal for watching the best sunset on the island with a cocktail.
Festive gala dinners
Planning a trip for the festive period? Guests booking to stay on Christmas Eve (24th December) or New Year’s Eve (31st December) have a gala dinner special menu and musical entertainment included in their booking.
Upgrade to full board
For ultimate relaxation upgrade to full board with breakfast, lunch, and your evening meal served in the main buffet restaurant and drinks excluded (you can select this at the next stage of the booking process). Not all restaurants may be applicable to your board basis and may be available at selected times only.
Upgrade to all inclusive
Treat yourself to an indulgent all inclusive package featuring breakfast, lunch, and an evening meal with a selection of snacks and drinks for a stress-free holiday (you can select this at the next stage of the booking process). Not all restaurants may be applicable to your board basis and may be available at selected times only.
Your time
Just for you:
- One complimentary 30-minute message per person per stay
Balapitiya is a bustling coastal town that captures the essence of Sri Lanka. Visit the historical and cultural sites, explore the nature reserves or take part in a variety of activities, from boating to surfing.
After a day spent exploring Balapitiya and its surroundings, enjoy a swim in the hotel pool, a romantic walk on the beach, an energising workout in the gym or relax in the spa by booking a luxury wellness treatment. Revitalise your mind, body and soul with wellness rituals.
Optional activities —
Early check-in rate
Opt for early check-in to start your stay earlier than expected for more convenience and flexibility!
Please note:
Guests arriving overnight at the airport and wishing to benefit from early check-in and breakfast at the hotel on the day of arrival must opt for the early check-in option available at an additional cost, otherwise the room will be available at 2pm.
Optional excursions —
One day at Udawalawe (two people minimum)
Udawalawe lies south of the central hills of the island, and it surrounds the man-made reservoir of Udawalawe, which is part of the park. It is a mixture of the abandoned teak plantation, scrub jungle and grassland. The dry season is best to watch many herds of elephants that roam the park; which is usually between May and September. Almost the entire park is covered with tall, reedy Pohon grass, which grows all year round. Udawalawe is a superb place to watch elephants as an estimated 450 elephants live here!
Practical Information:
Itinerary:
- Pick up from hotel and proceed to Udawalawe
- Visit Elephant transit home
- Safari of Udawalawe National Park
- Visit to Gem Museum at Rathnapura
- Drop off at your hotel
Includes:
- Transportation in an A/C vehicle
- Service of an English or German-speaking professional guide
- All Government Taxes
- Jeep Cost for Safari
- Entrance fees
Does Not Include:
- Expenses of personal nature
- Camera permits
One day at Sinharaja Rainforest (minimum two people)
Sinharaja presents the characteristic features of a tropical rainforest. Sinharaja Rainforest, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, is the last remaining rainforest in Sri Lanka and is home to most (almost 95%) of Sri Lanka’s endemic birdlife, giant butterflies and more than 50% of Sri Lanka’s endemic mammals. A most amazing sighting at Sinharaja is the dazzling colours and shocking contrasts as the large mixed flocks of feeding birds’ flit through the forest. This lowland forest is considered to be one of the best birding sites in Sri Lanka with 22 out of Sri Lanka's 26 endemic birds having been sighted here, and large mixed feeding flocks providing an unusual spectacle.
Practical Information:
Please note: this is leech country and therefore all clients are provided with leech-proof socks ideal for forest trekking through the undergrowth. Due to the dense forest mammal life can be more difficult to spot; of the 40 species listed you would have a good chance of seeing Giant Squirrels, Mongoose, Purple-Faced Langur, Wild Boar and Barking Deer. Rarer species include Rusty-Spotted cats, Fishing Cats, Indian Civet Cats, Porcupine and Leopard. Sightings of leopard are only occasional, though proof of their presence is easier to find, there have also been unconfirmed reports of a 'Panther' or black leopard in the jungle.
Itinerary:
- Pick up from hotel and proceed to Singaraja
- Trekking tour of Sinharaja Rainforest
- Drop off at hotel
Includes:
- Transportation in an A/C vehicle
- Service of an English or German-speaking professional guide
- Cost of Naturalist
- All Government Taxes
- Entrance fees
Does Not Include:
- Expenses of personal nature
- Camera permit
One day Galle Tour (minimum two people)
On this tour, you will visit a Turtle Hatchery and the famous port of Galle! The Turtle Hatchery lies 8 km south of Bentota at Kosgoda is said to be the best place to see giant turtles and their babies and is endowed with Hasselblad cameras. Galle, said to be the famous Tarshish of the Bible, is the port where the Portuguese first landed in Sri Lanka in the 16th-Century. Fortified by the Dutch who ruled maritime Sri Lanka in the 17th and 18th centuries, the city still retains the air of old Holland with its Old Dutch churches, monuments, fort, and ramparts, as well as quaint Old Dutch houses and narrow alleys still bearing Dutch names.
Practical Information:
Itinerary:
- Proceed to Galle
- Visit a Turtle Farm
- Madu River Boat Safari
- Visit to Galle Fort
- Drop at hotel
Includes:
-Transportation in an A/C vehicle
-Service of an English or German-speaking professional guide
-All Government Taxes
-Entrance fees
-Boat Ride
Does Not Include:
- Expenses of personal nature
- Camera permit
Your Journey to Colombo —
Flights:
You will be able to choose your airline and flight times when you make your booking. This flight may include one or more stopovers. The stopover may be technical (without a change of aircraft) or transit (with a change of aircraft).
Luggage information
Baggage, meals and other services on board certain flights may be subject to a charge. You will find out whether your airfare includes baggage when you choose your airline and timetable. If your fare does not include baggage, please go to the airline's website before your departure with your travel file reference to find out the exact fare and purchase your extra baggage. If you choose a low-cost airline, you will be able to add your baggage during the booking process. For domestic flights, airlines do not always offer the option of reserving baggage, so you will have to pay for it at the airport counter. You will receive all the information you need to check in for your flights after you have made your reservation.
Sri Lanka —
With 8 Unesco World Heritage Sites to be found on such a small area of land and a 2,000 year old culture, Sri Lanka is as fascinating as it is beautiful. A destination that is often skipped by many a traveller on their trips to India or Asia, Sri Lanka remains one of the Indo-Asian best kept secrets. Visit its ancient sites and marvel over its legendary temples, or see the sacred home of the world’s oldest living tree, Anuradhapura.
Take a tour in one of Sri Lanka’s national parks to encounter elephants, leopards, water buffaloes, and exotic birds, or spend the day relaxing on the dazzlingly white, often untrod, beaches. Try your hand at a little surfing or retreat up into the Sri Lankan hills to experience a more temperate climate and the lavish greenery of the tea plantations. In addition, you can even trek through the rainforests with an experienced guide or just take in the breathtaking vistas on a spectacular train ride. With fabulously flavoursome food and a vast array of culturally rich experiences to delve into, Sri Lanka promises to be one of your best-loved travel destinations, where the charm of the people will simply enchant you.