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Sailing Sri Lanka - North Coast

8 days, Colombo to Colombo

Map of the route for Sailing Sri Lanka - North Coast
Day 1 2 3–6 7 8

Itinerary

Day 1Colombo

Arrive at any time.

There are no planned activities until an evening welcome meeting.

Please note: While it is our intention to adhere to the route described, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable, to make alterations. On Day 2 of your tour you will be advised of any amendments.

Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting with G Representative
18:00

The adventure begins today. Feel free to explore, but make sure you're back in time to meet the group. Your G Representative will review the details of your tour.

Day 2Colombo/Jaffna

An early start in Colombo to catch the train. Enjoy the scenery as you head north to Jaffna, to meet your Sailing CEO and board the boat. Get settled in to your cabin and set sail from the Kurikkaduwan Jetty.

The train to and from Jaffna is not accompanied by a CEO, but you will have someone see you off and meet you on both ends.

Train
Colombo – Jaffna6h-7h

Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.

Sailing Welcome Meeting

Welcome aboard! Before setting sail, the skipper will deliver a short safety briefing and introduce to your new home away from home.

16m (54 ft) Sri Lanka Sailing Catamaran
Jaffna

Stretch out and stay balanced aboard a roomy double-hulled watercraft.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Dinner

Days 3–6Northern Islands

Located between India and Sri Lanka, the Palk Bay and Strait are home to tiny islands, unique coral formations, isolated fishing communities, and centuries of history, culture and tradition.
Spend the week exploring temples, beaches, and reefs, and meet the people who call this remote corner of Sri Lanka home.

Flexible itineraries give our experienced skippers the opportunity to showcase all the hidden gems you’re looking for, we follow the desires of the group and cater the sailing experience to provide each group a quality journey while on board.

Adam's Bridge

Visit the unique chain of limestone shoals, forming a mythical bridge connecting India and Sri Lanka. Also known as Rama’s Bridge, or Rama Setu, the bridge is wrapped in legend, and a diverse range of opinions exist about the nature of its origin.

Analathivu, Eluvaitivu & Nainativu Islands

The remote islands just west of Jaffna are home to deserted beaches and small fishing villages. Spend a day relaxing, swimming, and exploring the Nagadeepa Viharaya and Nagapooshani Amman Temples.

16m (54 ft) Sri Lanka Sailing Catamaran
Jaffna

Stretch out and stay balanced aboard a roomy double-hulled watercraft.

Jaffna Tour

Explore Jaffna, the historic and cultural centre of northern Sri Lanka. Enjoy a guided visit to the Jaffna Fort.

Delft Island

A tour of Delft Island with local guide, will introduce you to its unique Dutch, and colonial history, archaeological sites, coral walls and wild horses. Enjoy a local seafood lunch, and swim in the waters off the coast.

Kakerativu Island

This tiny island is home to only visiting fisherman, and migratory sea birds. Get the lay of the land, and explore the regenerating coral reef off the coast.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 7Jaffna/Colombo

After a final morning on board, disembark at Kurikkaduwan Jetty, and begin the train trip back to Colombo. Arrive back into Colombo in the evening.

Due to the unpredictable nature of the train schedule, we do not recommend booking flights out of Colombo until the following day.

16m (54 ft) Sri Lanka Sailing Catamaran
Jaffna

Stretch out and stay balanced aboard a roomy double-hulled watercraft.

Train
Jaffna – Colombo6h-7h

Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 8Colombo

Depart at any time.

Departure Day

Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

Meals included:

Breakfast

Sailing Sri Lanka - North Coast

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