Luxury Sri Lanka Suggested Itinerary
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South Coast
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort
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Sri Lankan-inspired design, Anantara’s renowned experience-focused luxury and a breathtaking setting await at this award-winning resort.
The Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort brings Anantara’s chic design, authentic experiences and Thai-inspired hospitality to the shores of Sri Lanka. The resort is scattered throughout 21 acres of tropical gardens and is fronted by a secluded beach and beautiful rocky outcrop. Whether you are looking for cultural or nature excursions or the chance to explore the local region at leisure you'll be well catered for here. And for those days you want to get away from it all the tranquil Anantara Spa offers both Ayurvedic and holistic treatments, and there are many out-of-the-way spots where you can relax. You can even walk to a nearby small beach where there are simple beach restaurants.
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Avg flight time7 hrs
Avg transfer timeApprox. 3½ hours by road from Colombo airport
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Why our experts like it
We've done the exploring, asked the locals, made the mistakes, and found the gems... so you don't have to start from scratch! These are the bits we think you'll love the most. Think of it as travel advice from a friend who just got back and can't wait to tell you everything.
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An incredible way to kick off your Maldives holiday
“There's something pretty special about travelling by seaplane. The view from the sky is extraordinary - tiny specs of island and shades of blue that barely look real.”
Jeremy FisherKuoni Travel Expert
The iconic, mile-long sandbank
Perfect for isolated sunbathing, dramatic photoshoots, and watching breathtaking Maldivian sunsets.
Snorkelling and diving isn't the only way to catch sight of the underwater world
“If snorkelling and diving isn't for you, it's possible to catch a glimpse of the reef from a glass-bottomed boat instead.”
Sarah ShepherdKuoni Marketing Team
Kids club at Niva Kuramathi Maldives
Supervised activities through the day, so younger guests get their own adventure while you get a quiet hour by the water.
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We book this hotel the way you want it
This Maldives hotel is perfect on its own, but add Sri Lanka, Dubai or the Seychelles and it becomes something even better. Discover our multi-centre holidays and make paradise last longer.
Rooms available at Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort
Rooms and suites
Every room type we can book, with what is included in each.
Premium Beach Access Room
These spacious rooms are located close to the beach. • air-conditioning • kingsize bed or twin beds • terrace or balcony • wine humidor* • flat-screen television • rain shower and separate bath • 45m2
Premier Ocean View Room
Ideal if you are seeking ocean views from your room. • air-conditioning • kingsize bed or twin beds • terrace or balcony • wine humidor* • flat-screen television • rain shower and separate bath • 45m2
Deluxe Ocean View Room
Slightly more spacious than the Premier Rooms, with beautiful views of the Indian Ocean. • air-conditioning • kingsize bed • terrace or balcony • wine humidor* • flat-screen television • rain shower and separate bath • 49m2
Garden Pool Villa
Set within the tropical gardens these spacious villas feature a large outdoor space with private plunge pool and an outdoor dining area. • air-conditioning • kingsize bed • living area • terrace • outdoor dining • sun loungers • private plunge pool • wine humidor* • flat-screen television • rain shower and separate bath • personal villa host • 64m2
Ocean View Pool Villa
Enjoy sea views from your villa’s terrace, which features a plunge pool and sun loungers. • air-conditioning • kingsize bed • living area • terrace • outdoor dining • sun loungers • private plunge pool • wine humidor* • flat-screen television • rain shower and separate bath • personal villa host • 64m2
Two Bedroom Villa
Huge villas with a second bedroom with twin beds, a living/dining room and a private pool on the terrace. • air-conditioning • master bedroom with king-size bed • second bedroom with twin beds • living/dining room • terrace with private plunge pool • outdoor dining • sun loungers • Nespresso machine • wine humidor* • flat-screen television • rain shower and separate bath • personal villa host • 237m²
Beach Pool Villa
Located just steps from the beach these villas are perfect if you like to spend your days relaxing by the sea. • air-conditioning • kingsize bed • living area • terrace • outdoor dining • sun loungers • private plunge pool • wine humidor* • flat-screen television • rain shower and separate bath • personal villa host • 64m2
Food & drink
The three restaurants and two bars are supplemented by great private-dining options that range from food-and-wine pairings in the wine cellar to a farm-to-table lunch in the organic vegetable garden.
From Italian cuisine to teppanyaki-inspired local dishes, dining at the Anatara Tangalle Peace Haven Resort is a true pleasure, and fine dining is complemented by panoramic Indian Ocean views. The main restaurant Journeys is open for breakfast and dinner and offers dishes from both Sri Lanka and around the world. It is here the majority of your included meals will be served and there are buffet and à la carte dishes available. The speciality restaurants here an absolute treat – you can dine on Italian cuisine at Il Mare, which is set on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Indian Ocean; enjoy theatrical dining at the teppanyaki-inspired Verela, where locally flavoured dishes are on the menu; or experience the perfectly paired Mediterranean cuisine and wine at El Vino which has a capacity of just eight guests – ideal for a special occasion. Dining does not have to be restricted to the restaurants with in-room and villa dining and Dining by Design during which you can choose your dishes from a selection of menus and then dine in a range of settings throughout the resort with attentive butler service. If you have always wished to try your hand at creating your own Sri Lankan cuisine, the Spice Spoons programme is perfect. Choose which dish you wish to create from a handful of authentic choices, go on market and farm visits, and learn how to create it during a step-by-step cookery class. The Lobby Lounge is a causal venue in which to enjoy the daily traditional high tea; and the Poolside Bar which is open throughout the day until the sun sets, is perfect for light dining and refreshments.
A farm-to-table dining experience includes a walk along the resort’s organic paddy field and farm and naturalists are available to provide information about the flora and fauna of the resort.
Whether you opt for the charcoal-grilled catch of the day or a fabulously flavoured curry, Verala and its sea urchin-inspired architecture is a memorable venue for a relaxed seaside dinner.
Journeys — \ The main restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and offers dishes from Sri Lanka and around the world. Most of your included meals will be served here and there are buffet and à la carte options. Il Mare — Dine by candlelight on fine Italian cuisine at this stylish venue, which is set on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Indian Ocean. Verala — Enjoy a theatrical evening meal at the teppanyaki-inspired Verala, which serves Asian and local dishes by the beach. Lobby Lounge — Open from 3pm until late, this is the place to come for drinks and snacks, traditional afternoon tea or a shisha pipe in the evening. Poolside Bar — Open throughout the day until sunset, the waterside bar is perfect for light lunches and refreshments.
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Things to do nearby
Curated experiences to help you do more, see more, or simply switch off while you're here.
Yala & Udawalawe
Udawalawe 3-hour Jeep Safari
If you’ve already had the pleasure of exploring the Udawalawe National Park and would like some additional time observing the abundant wildlife in their natural habitat, this is the excursion for you. As you head back into the vast park it won’t be long before you stumble across a herd of elephants strolling alongside the track or water buffalo and deer congregating by a watering hole. Your knowledgeable driver will be on hand to point out the local flora and fauna from soaring eagles to prehistoric looking monitor lizards and will ensure you discover the best secluded spots. • Duration: half day • Times 6am to 9am or 3pm to 6pm • Daily departures • Operates year round • Private experience • Available for guests travelling with a private chauffeur and staying in Udawalawe, Galle, Hambantota, Tangalle and Yala hotels Good to know — Suitable for all, if not staying in the vicinity of the national park we’d recommend an afternoon safari due to the early start of the morning excursion.
Sri Lanka
The Cinnamon Experience
Not far from the golden shores of Weligama is the hillside Top House, a working cinnamon plantation that’s been lovingly restored by its British owner. A combination of self-sustaining age-old techniques and modern technology is used to extract cinnamon leaf oil at the newly built distillery. During your private tour, you’ll explore the cinnamon nursery, the plantation itself, the peeling hut and the distillery, travelling on foot and by a tractor-hitched trailer, and learn about the processes involved in creating their artisan produce. • Duration: half day • Start time: 9am • Departs Monday to Saturday from Galle, Weligama, Tangalle, Koggala • Operates year-round • Private experience Good to know — The plantation is closed on poya days.
Sri Lanka
Surf’s Up at Weligama Bay
For those who know the basics, there are unbroken waves to tackle, and expert surfers can finetune their paddle, stance, and style — or learn some new manoeuvres. • Duration: 2 hours • Time: 11am to 1pm or 3pm to 5pm • Daily departures from Galle, Weligama, Tangalle or Koggala • Operates year-round • Private experience
Sri Lanka
Learn the Art of Lace Making
Half day
Yala & Udawalawe
Bundala Bird Watching Safari
• Duration: half day • Time: 5.30am to 9am or 2.30pm to 6pm • Daily departures • Operates between October and March • Private experience • Available for guests travelling with a private chauffeur and staying in Hambantota, Tangalle, Udawalawe and Yala hotels • Available for guests staying at hotels in Tangalle and Hambantota Good to know — Due to the early start time of the morning excursion, we’d recommend an afternoon visit for those staying further afield.
Yala & Udawalawe
Udawalawe Jeep Safari & Elephant Transit Home
After a delicious lunch in a local restaurant, hop into your private jeep and get ready to explore the Udawalawe National Park, a sanctuary for wild animals displaced by the construction of nearby Udawalawe Reservoir. Have your camera at the ready as you spot herds of majestic elephants feeding, playing and bathing in waterholes as well as an abundance of other mammals, reptiles and birds. • Duration: half day • Time: midday to 6pm • Daily departures • Operates year round • Private experience • Available for guests travelling with a private chauffeur and staying in Udawalawe, Hambantota, Tangalle and Yala hotels • Available for guests staying at hotels in Tangalle, Hambantota, Galle, Koggala and Weligama Good to know — This unforgettable trip is suitable for all ages.
Sri Lanka
Kanneliya Rainforest Trek
• Duration: 3 hours • Daily departures from Galle or Koggala • Operates year-round • Private experience
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A match made in paradise
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In the area
On Sri Lanka’s south coast, to the south west of the village of Tangalle
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Trip ideas
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When to visit
Whether you're chasing guaranteed sunshine or don't mind a little rain with your relaxation, here's how the weather stacks up throughout the year. Use the chart below to find your perfect window, or just pick whenever suits you best, paradise doesn't really have a bad season.
| Measurement | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Average temp | 26°C | 26°C | 27°C | 27°C | 27°C | 26°C | 26°C | 26°C | 26°C | 26°C | 26°C | 26°C |
| Average rainfall | 110mm | 60mm | 75mm | 125mm | 220mm | 175mm | 150mm | 175mm | 200mm | 195mm | 210mm | 215mm |
| Average price | £4,746pp | £4,992pp | £4,149pp | £4,222pp | £4,827pp | £4,835pp | £5,104pp | £5,176pp | £5,176pp | £5,129pp | £3,958pp | £3,958pp |
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Current offers
Savings worth having on the departures we think are worth taking. Every offer below applies to this hotel — check each one for the dates and conditions that come with it.
Save up to £300pp
Based on selected departures in September 2026
Save up to 25% when you book by 6th July
Based on selected departures in September 2026
Save up to 35% + complimentary meal upgrade
Based on 20th July 2026 departure
Free half-board upgrade
Based on selected departures in October 2026
Stay 7 nights, pay for 6
Based on selected departures in November 2026
Save up to £200pp on honeymoons
Based on selected departures in January 2027
Complimentary spa treatment for two
Based on stays of 7 nights or more
Free kids' places
Based on selected departures in August 2026
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You can upgrade your transfers and flight class when booking (subject to availability).
Local taxes & fees apply upon arrival.
Who's going?
2 adults, 1 child
Duration
7 nights + travel
Departure airport & date
Sat 9 May 2026London Gatwick
Board basis
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- Includes flights, baggage, and private transfers to and from your hotel
- Total flight time ~ 7 hrs
- Total transfer time ~ 2 hrs
- Overnight in Malé may apply (subject to flights & transfers)
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Questions? Sorted.
Do I need a visa to visit the Maldives?
British passport holders are issued a free 30-day visitor visa on arrival. You'll need a passport valid for the duration of your stay, a confirmed onward ticket and proof of your accommodation booking.
When is the best time to visit the Maldives?
November to April is the dry season, with the most reliable sunshine and calmest seas. May to October brings shorter rain showers, lower prices and better surf.
What currency is used in the Maldives, and do I need cash?
The local currency is the Maldivian rufiyaa, but resorts price and bill in US dollars and take major cards. Most guests never need cash — a small amount is handy for tipping.
Is the Maldives good for honeymoons outside peak season?
Yes. Off-peak brings noticeably lower rates and quieter islands, and rain tends to come in short bursts rather than all day. Many resorts add honeymoon extras during these months.
What activities are there for older kids and teens in the Maldives?
Most resorts run watersports centres with windsurfing, kayaking and paddleboarding, plus PADI dive courses from around age ten. Snorkelling safaris, sandbank trips and night fishing all suit older children.
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