Biodiversity Conservation & Hospitality

Wanakaset Sri Lanka is a full board forest retreat with a sense of purpose. It is located in the rain forest of Kitulgala, on the banks of Kilani River. It offers a breathtaking view of the Kitulgala valley with its magnificent tea plantation and astonishing highlands. This exclusive forest environment provides a haven for visitors looking for privacy and serenity. You will be staying on the top floor of the 400m2 recently built Open Deck Teak wood cottage to welcome you, your friends and your family. All the wooden furniture has been made by local craftsmen, the bedding is excellent and made of local natural rubber, and all the equipment is of superior quality. The property has no heating and no air conditioning to reduce carbon foot print to the minimum. Temperatures oscillate between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius. Food is cooked on a wood fired stove daily. The living quarters was designed to comfortably accommodate 15 people in 7 bedrooms as follows: Two rooms with one King Size bed each Three rooms with one Queen Size bed each One room with one Queen Size bed and a Single Size bed Two rooms with two Single Size beds Each room has three walls and an open terrace for a maximum exposure to the wild tropical forest and its numerous fireflies, a dresser, a desk, a forest view, mosquito nets and a wash basin. On the ground floor, the guests can enjoy an open-deck relaxing area of almost 200m2 with tables, chairs and typical Sri Lankan lounge chairs. The large kitchen area and a separate lounge can accommodate up to 20 people. The kitchen is equipped with high quality electrical appliances (Angel juice extractor, Magimix Blender, a fridge and a freezer) There are a total of 4 European Water Closets, 3 showers and a washing machine. The property is rented on Full Board Basis (three meals a day, tea, coffee and juices). Alcohol and Airport Transfer not included. The area is known for Birdwatching, White Water rafting, Advanced Canyoning, Hiking, Mountain biking but also to those visiting Adam’s peak, the Balilena Caves, the Sandun Ella gorgeous waterfall or the Makandawa Forest Natural Park. A large private parking space is available at the property. Distance to next shop: 2 km Centre of the village: 6 km Bus station: 3 km - About 60 km from Kandy - About 95 km from Colombo - About 85 km from International Airport - About 45 km from Adam’s peak - About 6 km from Belilena caves - About 45 km from Castelreagh reservoir - About 32 km from Hatton and the Warleigh Church - About 75 km from Ratnapura, its Buddhist temples, gem mines and Gems Museum - About 94 km from Horton plains (Unesco World Heritage) - About 160 km Sigiriya - About 185 km from Galle Wanakaset’s Kitulgala property is in the heart of Wanakaset Sri Lanka, a non-profit organisation (also present in France, Tunisia and Panama) whose ultimate objective is Biodiversity conservation and restoration. We plant a very large variety of fruit trees and edible leaf trees to generate a unique biodiversity. By staying with us, you contribute financially to the creation of this extraordinary ecosystem. Those guests who wish to partake in the daily chores of the Conservation project can also join us. Activities range from planting trees, clearing, watering, maintaining the organic vegetable garden, and learning a little more about the trees. Those willing to offset the full carbon footprint of their holidays are welcome to plant trees or ask Wanakaset team to do so.