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EAST & SOUTH COAST BEACH RESORTS
10 nts with flights from £ 1865pp extra night from £ 115pp INCLUDES 3 FREE NIGHTS
UGA JUNGLE BEACH
5★ Kuchchaveli
This stunning beach resort nestles within 10 acres of natural environment between the Indian Ocean and a lagoon in a small east coast village , a short drive from Trincomalee . In this relatively undiscovered part of Sri Lanka you ’ ll discover beautiful beaches , colourful coral reefs , calm seas and total tranquillity . Each cabin is crafted from indigenous materials and harmonises perfectly with the surroundings plus all have spectacular views . Blue whales and dolphins can be seen from May to September . The hotel produces renewable energy , involves guests in beach cleaning , sponsors community projects and actively works to increase its female workforce .
Features : 48 cabins • 2 restaurants • bar • swimming pool • gym • spa
• non-motorised watersports • bicycles • free WiFi
Accommodation : In lagoon cabins with outdoor rain shower , mini bar , iPod dock , safe and balcony or terrace .
Room upgrades : Jungle cabins with outdoor shower from £ 17
• beach cabins from £ 56 with direct beach access , but set slightly back for privacy • jungle clusters from £ 78 , which are in a set of three and share a pool and sun deck , so perfect for family or friends travelling together .
Meals : Breakfast . Half board from £ 35 ( see offer below ), full board from £ 66 and all inclusive from £ 130 . All meals are a la carte .
Private transfers : 6½ hours from Colombo airport . A 50 minute Cinnamon Air taxi service plus a 35 minute car transfer is also available between Colombo and Trincomalee from £ 219 . Please ask for details .
Jungle cluster cabin
Riverfront suite
Lagoon cabin
PREMIER PLUS
FREE nights 3 for 2 & 10 for 7 : Sep 24-Jan & Sep 25-Jan 26 . 5 for 4 & 10 for 7 : Feb-Jun 25 & Feb-Mar 26 . 7 for 6 & 12 for 10 : Aug 24 & Jul-Aug 25 .
Early booking room discount up to 15 %: On selected dates Sep 24- Mar 26 .
Up to 10 % extra discount : 01 Jul 25-31 Mar 26 . Discount is 5 % if you combine UGA Jungle Beach with one other UGA property , or 10 % if you combine with two or more UGA properties .
FREE half board : Sep 24-Mar 25 if you book by 31 Oct 24 .
Honeymoons & wedding anniversaries : If you stay at least 4 nights receive a special 3 course dinner and bottle of house wine ( half board guests receive a special 5 course dinner and upgraded wine ).
7 nts with flights from £ 1299pp extra night from £ 55pp
THAALA BENTOTA RESORT
4★ Bentota
Formerly the Avani Bentota , the Thaala was designed by worldrenowned architect Geoffrey Bawa , who took inspiration from an 18th century Dutch village to create this romantic homeaway-from-home . Facing the Indian Ocean on Bentota Beach ’ s fine sands , this secluded haven will suit those seeking a relaxed , informal environment to embrace island life and fun in the sun . You ’ ll sleep tight in stylish rooms and have your palate piqued at a choice of eateries while also enjoying welcoming smiles and personalised service that ensure you feel right at home .
Features : 75 rooms • 2 restaurants • 3 bars • entertainment • 2 swimming pools • children ’ s pool • gym • watersports ( arranged locally )• spa • yoga
• library • free WiFi
Accommodation : In compact standard seafacing rooms with shower , DVD , mini bar , safe and balcony .
Room upgrades : Larger superior seafacing rooms with balcony or terrace from £ 13 • oversized deluxe sea view rooms from £ 36 which are almost double the size of superior rooms , so ideal for two adults and two children , with the added benefit of a separate bath and balcony or terrace • Thaala suite from £ 95 or Bawa villa from £ 115 , which both have a living and dining room , jacuzzi bath and separate shower , and balcony with sunbeds .
Meals : Breakfast . Half board from £ 19 , full board from £ 30 and all inclusive from £ 58 .
Private transfers : 1¾ hours from Colombo airport . Note : Local railway line runs behind the hotel .
PREMIER PLUS
Early booking room discounts up to 30 %: On selected dates .
Family offer : One child 0-11 years stays FREE , including breakfast , when sharing a superior seafacing room with two adults .
Honeymoons : Aug-Oct 24 if you stay at least 5 nights receive a candlelit dinner for two on the and a bottle of house wine .
Superior seafacing room visit your travel agent or call 08444 937 444 • www . premierholidays . co . uk SRI LANKA 201