Top Sigiriya Classes & Workshops

Learn how to prepare a traditional Sri Lankan meal from start to finish during this private, half-day organic cooking workshop in Sigiriya. Relax in the home of a local family as you gather ingredients from the garden, learn about Sri Lankan spices, and aid in the preparation of a multi-dish curry dinner. Then, simply sit back and enjoy the meal prepared.

Learn how to prepare a traditional Sri Lankan meal from start to finish during this, half-day organic cooking workshop in Sigiriya. Relax in the home of a local family as you gather ingredients from the garden, learn about Sri Lankan spices, and aid in the preparation of a multi-dish curry lunch & dinner. Then, simply sit back and enjoy the meal prepared.

It’s hard to find Sri Lankan flavors outside their home territory. Bring home the perfect vacation souvenir when you join this Sigiriya cooking class and master the art of seven different dishes with help from your hosts. Learn about different spices, how to use them, and traditional cooking techniques as you work with fresh, seasonal ingredients to create a delicious menu. Finally, sit down to the fruits of your labor.

Learn about life in rural Sri Lanka with this small-group village tour to Sigiriya. You'll see paddy fields, ride a bullock cart, take a boat ride, learn about the traditional method of agriculture known as chena, and attend a cooking demonstration, after which you'll dine on an included lunch of Sri Lankan fare.

Package 1: Coconut Shell Crafting Experience Immerse yourself in the craft of creating beautiful coconut shell products in a traditional workshop setting. This experience offers a chance to work with local artisans while supporting the community and environmental conservation initiatives. Craft your own coconut shell product and gain Certified Change Maker recognition. Package 2: Bamboo Crafting Experience Discover the art of bamboo craftsmanship in this hands-on workshop. Learn how to create a functional bamboo item while supporting traditional artisans and contributing to sustainability efforts across Sri Lanka. Take home your handcrafted bamboo creation and earn Certified Change Maker recognition.

Join an authentic Sri Lankan cooking experience in Sigiriya, where you’ll create a full traditional meal from scratch in a warm, local home. Discover the rich flavors of local spices, pick fresh ingredients straight from the garden, and take part in hands-on preparation of several delicious curry dishes. After all your hard work in the kitchen, sit down and enjoy the feast you helped bring to life.

We do cooking demo of Sri Lankan healthy curries. We do old traditional way of cooking. Eight different curries including one seafood dish as well. You can come and discover about Sri Lankan cuisine. After the adventure, you will get to share your own cooked meal with a traditional dessert – curd and treacle...

Turn a discarded coconut shell into something you will actually take home and use. At the ZeroPlastic Impact Center in Sigiriya, this hands-on experience introduces you to the coconut tree’s importance in Sri Lankan life while you create your own coconut shell bowl step by step. Unlike simply buying a souvenir, you make your keepsake yourself with guidance from your team. Along the way, discover how natural materials and traditional craftsmanship can provide practical alternatives to plastic and support local artisan livelihoods. Finish your experience with herbal tea served in a coconut shell cup and take home the bowl you made as a personal reminder of your time in Sri Lanka.

We do cooking demo of Sri Lankan healthy curries. We do old traditional way of cooking. Eight different curries including one seafood dish as well. You can come and discover about Sri Lankan cuisine. After the adventure, you will get to share your own cooked meal with a traditional dessert – curd and treacle...

Masks hold an important place in Sri Lankan culture, representing different characters, emotions, legends, and traditional beliefs. This hands-on mask painting experience in Sigiriya offers a creative way to discover the stories and cultural meanings behind these colourful works of art.