RIVER OF GEMS
Menik Ganga, the fabled river of gems itself, is your hydrotherapy spa. When it rains in
the mountains the river swells and gathers force cascading through the gorge at Galapita. Uncut sapphires and cat’s eyes
have occasionally been found rolling seaward along the riverbed. Several fine stones have been unearthed here, including a cornflower blue sapphire weighing 18 carats. If you
wish, you may try your hand at “panning” for gemstones.

CANOEING
Canoeing on Galapita Lake situated within the sanctuary, can be a heavenly experience in the moonlight under
a canopy of stars, or cruise around the day among flocks of birds.




TUBING
Large rubber tubes are available on request from the Agasti Lounge The ideal starting point for tubing is by the
Jacuzzi below the waterfall. After several bends and twists the river, descends to where the two branches rejoin together under a canopy of trees, (A ten minute ride). For the more adventurous type, pass the river converging
point and ride up to the end of the rapids a further ten minutes away. Buzz can vary depending on the velocity
of the river flow . Life jackets & helmets are provided.




HIKING
Sunrise over Galapitagala can be a breathtaking experience with peacocks flying in the mist that envelops at dawn.
If you keep following the white sand paths you will be enraptured by the sight of birds, squirrels,
bees and butterflies at dawn shimmering in the light of the first rays of the sunlight.


BIKING
Ride by the Galapita lake down to the closest village, observing the stunning bird life and iguanas and assorted wildlife.

Ride through the sugar cane fields in the evening to “Indikola’ Lake to chill out and watch the sunset over thousands
of white water lilies and exotic bird life. Beware of wild elephants; Though don’t venture out without a guide.
(A two hour round trip).

Ride to “Kuda Oya” (river) in the sugarcane fields for a picnic and river bath. (A three hour round trip). Once again, beware of wild elephants.

Ride around Galapita lake, cut across the dirt road to the village temple by the river. There are 7Th century stone sculptures and ruins in the temple gardens.




SAFARI
Dawn to dusk and into the night. You can cruise around the vicinity of Galapita or Yala National Park. you would
almost always encounter elephants or if it’s your lucky day, bear or leopard. Request in advance from our staff if
you wish to visit any of the Wildlife reserves in the vicinity such as Yala, Uda Walawe or Galoya. Remember to take along your flashlight and mosquito repellant for your night safaris.




YOGA & MEDITATION
Meditation is described as the highest form of yoga. Eliminating stress and providing a sense of peace and tranquility, Yoga uses the physical body as a vehicle to reach the highest stage of spiritual consciousness. The southern end
of the Galapita Healing Garden where the rivers converge , the Yoga Sala is built on the magnificent Asandgala
sculptured with seven natural lotus ponds. This pavilion is a wonderful location to meet at dusk to enjoy magnificent sunsets .

Schedules of Yoga activities and visiting Yoga Teachers are available at the SPA. There are daily Yoga classes at the Sala , for our guests absolutely free.