Top Sri Lanka Classes & Workshops

Whether you’re just starting out or have experience in the water, receive tailored instructions on this surf lesson in Weligama and Arugam Bay. With the option to join a small-group experience or upgrade to a private lesson for an extra cost, receive personalized advice, learn new skills, and grow confidence with the help of your coach.

It’s possible to learn to surf independently, but it can take a very long time and even lead to injury. Get your surfing experience off to a great start with this 1.5-hour beginners surf lesson, just for your group. Learn the basics on a soft foam surfboard, including surfing safety, jumping up, and stance, with an instructor on hand to correct you and help you catch waves.

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...

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...

Discover a sense of relaxation and well-being on a private yoga experience held against a stunning Sri Lanka backdrop. After local pickup or your own journey to the yoga center in Ella, enjoy a private lesson with a yoga trainer on a terrace overlooking emerald hillsides. Enjoy exercises designed to energize your body and mind, and absorb the cinematic views over Little Adam’s Peak, Ella Rock, and tea plantations as you perform the poses. Yoga mats are provided.

Colombo cooking Experience is special because it's an authentic, immersive journey into the country's heart and soul. Unlike a typical class, it often begins with a vibrant market tour, where you learn about local spices, fresh produce, and the cultural significance of each ingredient. The hands-on experience takes place in a home kitchen, not a sterile classroom. You'll master traditional techniques like grinding spices with a stone mortar and pestle and cooking in clay pots, learning the secrets passed down through generations. You don't just cook one dish; you prepare a full "rice and curry" feast—a symphony of multiple curries and sambols. The intimacy of the setting, often with a local family, makes it a genuine cultural exchange. It's not just about recipes; it's about stories, traditions, and sharing a delicious meal you've prepared yourself, creating a lasting and personal memory of your travels.

Experience authentic traditional old-school jewelry making in Sri Lanka. This hands-on workshop lets you actively participate in creating your own custom silver jewelry using time-honored techniques. Learn every step of the process including melting metal, gauging, soldering, designing, hammering, embedding gemstones, smoothing, and polishing. Gain real insight into traditional craftsmanship while working closely with skilled artisans. You will also learn how to identify real gemstones from artificial ones, and can touch and examine a variety of gems sourced from local mines. This experience is perfect if you’ve ever dreamed of wearing jewelry you helped create. You may also purchase genuine gemstones and custom-made jewelry at reasonable prices. At the end of the experience, you will receive a free gemstone as a souvenir. Additionally, enjoy complimentary traditional snacks and a local lunch or dinner during your visit.

It's possible to teach yourself to surf, but it takes a long time, often with a few injuries along the way. Jumpstart your surfing with a private lesson in the popular Unawatuna surf spot on a shallow, sandy break with consistent waves and your very own instructor, a veteran with at least 10 years experience. Leave with the confidence to surf independently, plus photos of your performance to share.

Discover the true taste of Sri Lanka with our hands-on cooking class in the heart of Negombo! Start your culinary journey with a guided visit to a vibrant local market, where you’ll handpick fresh produce, fragrant spices, and the day’s catch from friendly vendors. Learn how to choose authentic ingredients and gain insight into daily Sri Lankan food culture. Back in the kitchen, you’ll dive into traditional cooking techniques passed down through generations. Under expert guidance, prepare a full Sri Lankan meal—think rich coconut-based curries, spicy sambols, and perfectly cooked rice. Whether it’s fish straight from the lagoon or jackfruit curry, you’ll create each dish from scratch and enjoy the flavors you've brought to life. Perfect for foodies, travelers, and curious cooks, this class blends cultural discovery with delicious results. Leave with a full belly, new skills, and recipes to recreate the magic at home.

Learn the secrets to Sri Lankan cuisine during a private cooking class in Ambalangoda. Under the guidance of an instructor, you’ll help to prepare seven dishes such as red rice, dhal curry, coconut sambol, fish, papadam, and gotu kola. Then enjoy your creations. Participating in a cooking class is a great way to experience local culture when traveling.

Learn the art of Sri Lankan cooking with Chitra, an experienced culinary instructor, with this small-group cooking class. You’ll learn how to make a variety of dishes, from lentils to jackfruit curry. After class, you'll get to sit down and dine on the fruits of your labor with your instructor and fellow students.

Explore the captivating world of Ceylon coffee on Sri Lanka's first-ever coffee trail. This unique journey invites you to delve into the rich aromas and lush landscapes of coffee plantations. Choose from three engaging options that include hiking to Jungle Rock, where you can enjoy a delightful picnic with coffee. Discover the fascinating process of coffee production with a thorough tour of the factory and even plant your own coffee tree on The Signature Coffee Trail. Whether you're a nature lover or a coffee enthusiast, this immersive experience will awaken your senses and enrich your knowledge of one of Sri Lanka's prized beverages.

Immerse yourself in Sri Lanka’s traditional dances the easiest way—with in-person tuition—during a private class in Panadura, in southern Colombo. Benefit from one-to-one guidance from an instructor who’ll introduce you to three beloved dance forms. Practice the steps of the Kandyan, Southern Plains, and Sabaragamuwa dances, and learn to play each dance’s drum rhythms so you can put them all together. Finish with refreshments depending on your chosen start time.

Short on time in Galle? Then this private, family-friendly tour covers the city and its coastal highlights in one day, making it ideal for short-stay visitors and cruise passengers. Admire UNESCO-listed Galle Fort and Galle Lighthouse, trace the coast to the Hikkaduwa Turtle Hatchery and Tsunami Museum, and take a wildlife-watching cruise on the Madu River. Private transport and Galle hotel and cruise port pickup and drop-off included.

Combine food tastings with sightseeing on a private 4-hour evening tour of Colombo by tuk-tuk. Climb into a comfortable, customized tuk-tuk with a private driver-guide, and delve into Colombo’s bustling streets to enjoy the sights, culinary delights, and city lights. Ride by famous landmarks, explore the hottest entertainment spots, and make food stops to sample local staples and snacks. Enjoy the alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks stowed inside your tuk-tuk cooler as you explore.

Kandy Cooking Class was truly fantastic. The hosts were kind, fun and knowledgeable. We learnt so much about Sri Lankan food, cooking, culture and daily. You'll learn new cooking techniques that can easily be repeated at home as well You can discover our traditions and learn historical tips about our unique cuisine.

Elevate your surfing at one of Sri Lanka’s most beautiful and surf-friendly beaches with this approximate 1.5-hour intermediate lesson in Weligama. Travel independently to the beach south of Galle, grab a supplied surf board and rash vest, and enjoy a personalized one-to-lesson from an instructor—Weligama’s consistent waves are practice-perfect. Learn how to catch unbroken waves and ride open wave faces, finesse positioning and turning, and leave feeling you’ve taken your surfing to the next level.

The Ella Tasting Experience Master the art of Sri Lankan cuisine with a private, curated cooking class focused on Authentic Vegan and Gluten-Free flavors. From a hand-picked tasting menu to one-on-one guidance, we provide a bespoke culinary journey tailored to your palate, ensuring your favorite island memories stay with you long after you’ve returned home. Upon booking our experience, we craft your tailor made menu Each experience is filled with unique content matching your tastes

Enjoy a private and authentic cooking class in a local home with host Mohara, a warm and friendly grandmother incredibly passionate about Sri Lankan cuisine. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Your cooking class takes place in a local home kitchen where Mohara will teach you how to make 3-5 traditional Sri Lankan dishes in clay pots from her family recipes. After cooking, enjoy your meal together in your hosts' home. • Private cooking lesson in a local home • Introduction to Sri Lankan culture and cuisine • 100% private activity • Experience Sri Lankan hospitality in a beautiful Colombo home • Vegetarian options available If you choose the market tour grade option, your experience will include a tour of the lively Colpetty market, an indoor market crammed with fresh fruit, vegetables and seafood. Discover regional Sri Lankan produce and be introduced to vegetables you may not have seen before before you begin your cooking class.

Experience authentic Sri Lankan village life while learning to cook traditional dishes with fresh, local ingredients. Unlike typical cooking classes, this activity combines hands-on cooking, cultural storytelling, and knowledge-sharing with a chance to explore the serene paddy fields. Guests don’t just cook — they learn the history and significance of each dish, enjoy the meal they prepare together, and connect with local life in a truly immersive way. This is more than a class; it’s a cultural and culinary journey you won’t find anywhere else.

Learn the art of Sri Lankan cooking with Chitra, an experienced culinary instructor, with this small-group cooking class. You’ll learn how to make a variety of dishes, from lentils to jackfruit curry. After class, you'll get to sit down and dine on the fruits of your labor with your instructor and fellow students. Learn to cook Sri Lankan food from a professional instructor Dine on your creations at the end of class Small group sizes ensure personal attention from your instructor Recipe options for vegan and gluten-free diets are available

The Golden Temple of Dambulla and the Ancient City of Sigiriya are two of Sri Lanka’s most impressive UNESCO World Heritage sites and this private tour from Kandy visits both in one day. Climb the dramatic rock fortress of Sigiriya, tuck into a delicious curry lunch (own expense), then explore the Buddhist cave complex of Dambulla with its gigantic rock-carved Buddha.

Get under the skin of Sri Lankan home cooking on this private Colombo class. Rather than borrow ideas from restaurants or recipes, learn from a local chef to master the island’s staples. Book a lunch or dinner class, visit a local kitchen, and with step-by-step instructions, create three dishes—including a meat and veggie curry—at your own cooking station before savoring your creations as part of a delicious meal.

Skip just eating at Kandy’s restaurants and gain an inside perspective on Sri Lankan cuisine on this private home-cooking experience. Explore a Kandy market with your host to find and discuss ingredients; and enjoy a cooking class at her village home, prepping staples such as curries and vegetables. Then, enjoy your food with your host, learning more about local life and cuisine as you eat. Drinks and transport are included.