WHAT TO SEE ? WHAT TO DO ? ........
Tissa is a central position to explore the southern part of Sri Lanka and is ideally placed due to its close proximity to many places of interests. Wildlife enthusiasts will be in their element as many protected areas are within easy reach of the hotel.Tha famous Yala ( Ruhunu ) National park and the internationally important RAMSAR wetland site of Bundala national Park will offer a wealth of wild life viewing opportunities.The best chance of seeing wild leopards and bear is in Yala Jungle.
Large herd of wild elephants can be seen roaming the expansive grassland areas of Uda Walawe park while the bird watching experts would be delighted with the migratory spectacle seen at Bundala park.
Cultural and spiritual heritage sites are close to hand in Katharagama and Situlpawwa.Bot are sacred religious sites that are revered by devotees of all faiths and are popular pilgrimage destinations.The famous Katharagama festival during the month of August delights many visitors with the colourful costumes, dancing and fire walking spectacles that are all on show. Glorious sandy beaches are easily accessible in either directions from Tissa, but Kirinda is the closest and safest for bathing.Both scuba diving and snorkelling can be undertaking around the coastel waters around Kirinda.
