Weligama är en pittoresk kuststad i södra Sri Lanka, känd för sin fantastiska strand, nybörjarvänliga surfing och traditionella styltfiske. Staden erbjuder en avslappnad atmosfär, ett rikt kulturarv och en mängd olika skaldjursrätter, vilket gör den till ett idealiskt resmål för både strandälskare och de som söker en smak av lokal kultur.
This private cinnamon experience from Weligama offers a unique insight into Sri Lanka’s world-renowned cinnamon industry. Discover the secrets behind true Ceylon cinnamon as you journey through fragrant estates, engage in hands-on demonstrations, and immerse yourself in the island’s rich spice heritage.
Experience:
Begin your day with a comfortable pickup from Weligama and head to a traditional cinnamon estate nestled among the coastal hills. Learn how Ceylon cinnamon is cultivated, peeled, and dried, guided by local experts who have mastered the craft through generations. Walk through lush cinnamon groves, inhale the warm aroma of freshly harvested bark, and try your hand at peeling cinnamon under skilled guidance.
Enjoy a guided 1-hour visit offering a behind-the-scenes look at cinnamon harvesting and processing. Observe how pure Ceylon cinnamon is cultivated, peeled, and prepared for market, and gain insight into the daily life on a working estate.
Next, visit a local processing center where cinnamon is sorted and prepared for market. Observe the careful grading process and see how different parts of the plant are used for oil extraction and culinary use. You’ll also enjoy a tasting session featuring cinnamon tea and other cinnamon-infused treats. This experience offers an authentic and educational look into one of Sri Lanka’s most prized exports.
