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The raban drum heralds your arrival. Four older women, flashing beautiful Sri Lankan smiles, encircle a large barrel drum where they pound out a hearty rhythm. Flowing white vesak lanterns hang from the high ceilings of the open air lobby. Meander down a forested path to discover your villa,or continue to the Warichchi Village and begin a weeklong journey in the Ayurvedic Spa.
Accomodation
Chalets
Set on 12 hectares bordering Kandalama Lake . Paths wind through the natural forested grounds, with 92 Sri Lankan villas scattered amongst the trees. A terrace fronts each villa, with a traditional long seat moulded into the patio. Enjoy the view as you sit next to a tree-trunk column supporting the red-tiled roof.
A full-size image of King Kasyapa, in the region’s local painting style, graces the door. Inside, find more examples of local artistry – wall sculptures and murals. A moulded sofa, with comfortable cushions allows you to relax in the sitting area, while steps lead to a slightly raised bedroom area and a spacious bathroom.
Two-and four-unit chalets (double and quadrapule villas connected through a common passageway with separate entrances) are available for families and interested groups.
Club Lodges
Four adjoining villas accommodate guests seeking a luxurious space of their own. Spacious. High wooden ceilings. Contemporary décor, with architecture inspired by the local area, and furnishings in elegant dark wood panelling. Plasma screen televisions for modern luxury.
Village Experience
The culture of central Sri Lanka. A village lifestyle for guests who seek an experience found nowhere else. Eleven traditional-style dwellings face a central pond. Like an authentic village, houses face inwards towards each other, expressing the notion that inner appearance and ties within the village are more important than the outside world.
Nearby, the Ayurvedic Spa and Wewe Kade Ayurvedic restaurant complement the indigenous experience. Each house is unique in design and possesses its own name, for example, Kalundewa Gedera – House at the Water Tank of the Village of Black Bamboo.
Dining and Drinks
Open Air Restaurant
High wooden ceilings tower overhead, providing room for fresh breezes and views of the surrounding nature. A buffet of Sri Lankan delights with rich spicy aromas sits alongside a wide selection of international dishes. Fresh local fruits grace a table of Sri Lankan and European style sweets.
Wewe Kade Ayurvedic Restaurant
Healthy, flavourful foods selected to restore the body’s well-being. Home-grown vegetables harvested by our Warichchi Village gardeners. Ayurvedic herbs grown throughout the resort. Vegetarian cuisine prepared on a wood-burning stove.
The Wewe Kade Ayurvedic restaurant caters to our guests immersing themselves in a full Ayurvedic experience with a stay in our village-style accommodation. On weekends Wewe Kade also welcomes guests from throughout the resort. Please contact our staff for more information on our Ayurvedic dining experience.
Open Air Bar
A local beer or favourite cocktail. A view of Kandalama Lake. A comfortable chair to sit back and take pleasure in the evening. The open air bar is located in the lower deck of the lobby and open from 10:00 am- midnight. The nearby pool bar serves a full range of tropical juices, cocktails, beers and spirits from 10:00am-6:00 pm.
Activities & Excursions
Experiencing Nature
Encounter the forest as it comes alive, with a night safari to Minneriya or Kawudulla. Explore nature with a daytime jungle trek or elephant safari. Hike or mountainbike through the countryside. Enjoy a boat ride on the lake. Hop on a bullock cart to tour the local village area and observe birdlife alongside the river.
Cultural Sites
Graceful lines of an ancient statue. Temple ruins. Palace ramparts. Monasteries. Royal gardens. Sri Lanka ’s Cultural Triangle offers visitors a glimpse into ancient kingdoms and enduring monuments.
Amaya Lake is situated within reach of numerous sites in the Cultural Triangle, and these are a major attraction for our guests. The closest major sites are the Dambula Cave Temples and Sigiriya, but many guests staying at Amaya Lake enjoy visiting sites throughout the entire area.
