Bright green paddy fields near Sigiriya

Around Nelu Villa

Village life & nature

Slow down between the big sights: paddy fields, village lanes, birdlife and the rhythm of rural Sri Lanka.

Around the villa

Nelu Villa sits in a village setting surrounded by paddy fields. Mornings and late afternoons are the best times to walk or cycle the quiet lanes, when farmers are out in the fields and birds are most active.

Ideas for a slow day

  • Hire a bicycle and explore the lanes around Kayanwala Road (bicycle hire available — charges may apply)
  • Watch the light change over the paddy fields from the pool
  • Look out for birds, butterflies and the occasional monkey

Further afield

The wider Cultural Triangle is full of things to do: elephant safaris, the Dambulla cave temple, and the ancient cities of Polonnaruwa and Anuradhapura. See all experiences, or ask at the front desk and we can help arrange transport.

Opening times and ticket prices change — ask our front desk for current details before you go.

Photos

Nelu Villa from the air, with Sigiriya Lion Rock on the horizon

Your stay in Sigiriya

Plan Your Stay

Choose your dates, tell us who’s travelling, and we’ll take care of the rest.

Nelu Villa, Sigiriya