Heritance Kandalama
Designed by renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa, Heritance Kandalama is set in 211 acres of protected forest, in Sri Lanka’s cultural triangle, UNESCO Sigiriya as your backdrop. Completed in 1994, this iconic Dambulla hotel blends modernist design principles with a deep reverence for local heritage and environmental sustainability. As a distinguished luxury hotel in Sri Lanka, it offers everything from immersive cultural experiences to destination weddings and authentic Sri Lankan dining Heritance Kandalama is your gateway to a world of tranquility and new discoveries.
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Recognised by National Geographic Traveller as one of the planet’s greatest natural spectacles, the Elephant Gathering at Minneriya is one of Sri Lanka’s most remarkable wildlife encounters.
Witness herds of elephants, sometimes numbering 200 or more, gather to feed, bathe, and move through the landscape during the dry season, all from your stay at Heritance Kandalama.
Book your safari with Nayana on +94 66 555 5000 or excursion.kandalama@heritancehotels.com
Safari jeep: LKR 26,000 per jeep for up to 5 guests.
Entrance fee payable separately at the gate.
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Heritance Kandalama stands as a reflection of thoughtful hospitality, where design, sustainability, and community come together in harmony. Guided by the vision of Deshamanya Geoffrey Bawa, our property continues to honour the environment around us while building meaningful connections with the people and landscapes that shape Kandalama’s identity.
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Some buildings are admired for their beauty. Others are remembered for the way they make us feel.
Deshamanya Geoffrey Bawa envisioned Heritance Kandalama as a place where architecture would exist in harmony with nature, allowing the landscape to shape every experience. Decades later, that philosophy continues to define every corridor, every viewpoint, and every quiet moment shared within these walls.
Today, we celebrate the visionary whose timeless design continues to inspire generations of travellers and architects alike.
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A nature walk at Heritance Kandalama is an invitation to see the land more closely. Guided by our naturalists, you will explore forest paths, observe wildlife, and learn about the plants and ecosystems that thrive around us. It is an experience that deepens your connection to Sri Lanka’s natural beauty.
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Take a pause with high tea overlooking the beauty of Kandalama. Each sweet and savoury creation is prepared with intention, bringing together flavour, craft, and the quiet pleasure of a slow afternoon.
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