2016 Jun 20
by Ridmi Upeksha
What does the word summer mean to you? If it means getting a good sun tan walking around streets exploring, looking for fun activities that lies between fitness and a chilled out time- ideal spots to check out are in the long stretch of down south, Sri Lanka. With the summer season upon us there is no other better time like now to plan your days ahead – starting from a good time to a chilled vibe to wellness and fitness of your body. Make a plan to suffice your wanderlust cravings checking out your list of places you’ve been to whilst turning it in to a vacation to achieve your fitness goals.
With the best of best beaches and natural habitats that Sri Lanka has to offer – down south has its own unique locations with a variety of activities you could explore and experience. When you have the chance to explore, get your gin and tonic on enjoy a thin crust pizza looking at the alluring sunsets – down south is the must be must go spot for anyone who’s looking for experience and adventure.Plan your day with a balanced ratio of adventure and personal time – Energetic and full of spirit in the morning, gradually turning it into an evening full of self-indulgence.
A combination of local adventures like surfing, scuba diving, snorkeling for those adrenaline junkies of the ocean waters or hiking, biking, camping and exploring for anyone with a heart for adventure can schedule the day time for these activities. Later in the evening plan a private dinner reservation facing the ocean that’s glittered by the moon light with the calm soothing sea breeze, to enjoy the local cuisine or international dishes made by local chefs with the best of what they can offer. The adventurous exploring of down south does not stop there.
The collection of yoga retreats that down south has to offer is quite impressive. The programs that you can participate to connect to your body and soul, achieving wellness of your inner self, placed in a calm wild ambience surrounded by bird chirps and green trees, or a soothing backdrop of the ocean accompanied by the sound of waves rumbling on stones and reaching to the shore – is an experience that you can never forget. You can extend your exploring to the heart of down south – Galle fort and the old town of Galle, a town filled with ancient architecture and crowded with friendly people with their stories about heritage are worth digging deep into and to spend your whole day wandering in these streets of this town. Finally when you are tired of all the walking, loud noises and too much fun, you can find a turtle reservation where you can volunteer to help maintain the tank turtles and learn more about this endangered species. Understand how to help another living creature to survive in this world, and to remind yourself of what a wonderful gift life is and go into depths of being friendly, helpful, and preserve the coexistence in this world. The best time you can have doesn’t always mean having a good time with your buddies at the bar having a chit chat – best times are created by a bunch of little good things collected as a whole bundled into one, something that will make yourself feel happy from within. With so many option of doing so many wonderful activities why do you have to keep yourself locked into a routine and go through the same things over and over again. Go out there explore, find adventure, find new friends, see different places with the time you have in your hand. You’ll be happier than ever. Find out what’s fun in down south this summer, and where to next?
