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Kahanda Kanda
Kahanda Kanda, one of Southern Sri Lanka's most unique boutique hotels, offers the indulgent luxuries of a private villa with the service of a five star hotel, and is situated near the southern coast not far from Galle.
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Set on its own tea estate - take a walk and learn about the whole tea process and meet the tea pluckers
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Beautifully designed individual rooms do not make this feel like a hotel but rather a decadent home
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Fabulous food served in the beautiful dining pavilion or at any located within reason within the property
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Not for families with young children - under 12s aren't allowed at the hotel
Kahanda Kanda offers nine air-conditioned very individual suites with spacious interiors, ideal in which to unwind – the perfect example of getaway boutique hotels. Suites also feature four poster beds, delightful Sri Lankan and Oriental furniture, private courtyard gardens filled with aromatic gardenia bushes and frangipani trees and bathrooms with outdoor showers.
Located close to Koggala Lake and surrounded by the lush greenery of a working tea estate, this home turned award winning boutique hotel offers discerning travelers a unique wellness escape with quick access by charming tuk tuk to timeless treasures inside the Galle Fort as well as some of the world's best beaches, for which Galle and Sri Lanka are so well known. Or why not head inland to the Udawalawe National Park to catch glimpses of water buffalo, sambar deer, elephants and the occasional leopard.
Peaceful, tropical ambience, world class heartfelt service and fresh fusion cuisine that lures guests from surrounding hotels in and around Galle, Kahanda Kanda is an idyllic environment for a wedding, a honeymoon or a vacation of absolute relaxation, all on a working tea plantation.
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Top tip:
Request the Peacock Suite, the views are stunning and the private courtyard garden is utter heaven!
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Location
Galle, South Coast, Sri Lanka
Kahanda Kanda can be found just 5 kilometers inland from the coastal Galle Road (as the crow flies), perched at the north east shore of Koggala Lake.
Top Things to Do Nearby
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View ExperienceAerial Whale Watching
Enjoy the picturesque southern coastline and observe undisturbed whales in all their glory from the air on a 3-seater Cessana with an experienced pilot.
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View ExperienceExplore the Kapu Ela River by boat & Cycle through Rural Galle
Enjoy a scenic and immersive tour through the beautiful countryside surrounding Galle. Your journey will take you down the Kapu Ela River by boat and then by bike across the paddies, ending with a traditional Sri Lankan meal and a lesson in hopper making.
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View ExperienceVisit a Cinnamon Plantation
Led by a local couple, enjoy a serene boat ride to the plantation on Cinnamon Island. During this unforgettable experience, you will experience the aromatic world of cinnamon craftsmanship and local traditions.
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View ExperienceGalle Cooking Experience - Food for the Soul
During your time in Sri Lanka you are sure to dine on some soul-stirring dishes, including the traditional Sri Lankan rice and curry. Food lovers will love this cooking experience, from the vibrant market of Galle to cooking in a local village.
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![Galle Fort Tour with a Local Host - Sri Lanka]()
View ExperienceGalle Fort Tour with a Local Host
Galle’s main attraction is the 17th century Dutch Fort. Much of the old Fort and the township still remain, within its well-preserved bastions including its public buildings, churches, the famous lighthouse and a maze of narrow cobbled streets.
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View ExperienceCycling & Kayaking in Galle
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Galle, through a thrilling combination of cycling and kayaking.
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View ExperienceExplore Galle Fort
While staying in the Galle Fort take the time to discover this fascinating colonial town, filled with history. Founded in 1588 by the Portuguese, the fort was subsequently occupied by the Dutch and the British, so there is plenty to explore.
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View ExperienceWhale and Dolphin Watching by Private Catamaran
On this full day boat trip you will have the opportunity to spot vast amounts of marine life from blue whales, false ores, sperm whales and bottlenose dolphins.
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