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Things to do in Sigiriya

Explore the impressive walled city surrounded by ancient fortifications

Adventure Activities Sigiriya

Minneriya National Park in Sigiriya

Sri Lanka is a beautiful island country rich in wildlife. It is a land known for its flora and fauna. With quite a range of national parks, it offers some of the best wildlife tours to visitors. One such park that is known for its safaris is Minneriya National Park. Minneriya National Park was announced a wildlife sanctuary...

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Make the most of your island getaway by indulging in some of the most spectacular things to do in Sirigiriya Sri Lanka.

These include seeking prayers at the Dambulla Cave Temple, going on a hot air balloon ride, receiving a lesson in history at Sigiriya museum, embarking on a cycling tour, elephant watching at Minneriya National Park, climbing Sigiriya Rock, hiking Pidurangala Rock, and more. These are some of the top things to do here. Sigiriya offers both recuperation and avenues for adventure. Climbing the rock fortress may be the most popular thing to do here, but it is not the only one. There is no dearth of under-the-radar, offbeat things to do in Sigiriya. Here’s the lowdown on some of the most exciting activities:

Rock Climbing In Sigiriya

You can climb the Sigiriya Rock Fortress or Pidurangala Rock, depending on your endurance level. The former involves a more difficult hike than the latter. The morning hours are the best time to climb since the site would be relatively uncrowded and the summer heat won’t be at its peak. It takes roughly an hour (or less, depending on your fitness levels) to climb Sigiriya rock. If you head there during peak hours, you may take a bit longer because people usually stop by on the way to take photographs and block the path.

Elephant Watching In Sigiriya

Minneriya National Park are famous for attracting hordes of elephants from the surrounding regions. These elephants usually turn up at the park to feed. This park is home to multiple fields of sugarcane. Sugarcanes are an elephant’s favourite food. It is also known for being home to a range of other animals exotic to Sri Lanka. You can rent out a jeep safari and tour the park. If you go in a group, you will have to pay a nominal fee compared to if you go solo.

Exploring Flora And Fauna In Sigiriya

Kaudulla National Park, which is not so far away from Minneriya National Park is known to house different species of plants and animals native to Sri Lanka. It is a shelter for butterflies, birds and multiple animals, herbaceous plants and shrubs. It attracts many elephants because the park is laden with sugarcane fields. It is immensely popular with tourists. The ideal time to visit this park is in the dry season.

Cycling Tour In Sigiriya

A vast majority of the travelers choose to tour Sigiriya on a cycle rather than opting for a private vehicle. Sigiriya is an year-round destination, and the weather is overall pleasant and balmy. The weather is appropriate for an exerting outdoor activity like cycling. There’s no better way to explore the natural beauty and charm of Sigiriya. You can take as many stops as you want to for clicking photographs, which you won’t be able to do if you were in a public bus.

Revisiting History In The Museums In Sigiriya

The Sigiriya Museum, located in close vicinity to Sigiriya Rock Fortress, is perfect for a day time stroll. You have to pay a nominal fee as the entry amount. The museum offers you in depth information about the history and culture of Sri Lanka. We recommend you to visit the museum before you climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress. That way, you will be able to appreciate the historical significance of the rock.

Hot Air Balloon Ride In Sigiriya

You can go on a hot air balloon ride from November to April. The rest of the time is marked by occasional rainfall, so it would be next to impossible to fly at that time. The views of the sunset and the surrounding jungles are truly incredibly from up there. Make sure to pre-book a balloon ride with a tour operator early to avoid last-minute hassles.

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FAQ's of Sigiriya

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A bike or a cycle is the most convenient mode of transportation to get around in Sigiriya. Renting bikes in the city is pretty easy and they don’t cost a bomb.

You should set at least 3 hours aside to see this beautiful city and the attractions that it houses. Make sure to visit the Sigiriya Rock Fortress and Sigiriya Museum.

The best thing to do in Sigiriya is embarking on a safari to explore the flora and fauna in Kaudulla National Park and Minneriya National Park. You can feed the elephants on your safari trip.

Taking the flight of stairs up to Sigiriya rock fortress is by far the most adventurous thing to do in Sigiriya. It is an intense activity and not everyone is up for this thrilling endeavour.

Apart from Sigiriya rock fortress, the city is famous for its water gardens that surround the fortress. They are symmetrically drawn landscaped gardens that include curved tanks, bathing pools, and more such exciting attractions.

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