Experience the South
Activities
What you can do at Parasol Doré and in the immediate area.
On site
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The Gambette Ceylon shop
The handmade Sri Lankan linen brand, present on the hotel grounds.
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Massage
Treat yourself to an Ayurvedic massage by a professional therapist with over a decade’s experience.
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Cooking class
Make the most of your stay to learn how to cook traditional Sri Lankan dishes.
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Snorkelling
Borrow our equipment and head to Turtle Bay, where you can explore the seabed and swim with the turtles, whilst, of course, keeping a reasonable distance.
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Bodyboarding
Borrow our bodyboards and have a go in the waves right here in the bay – all levels welcome.
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Diving
Discover the incredible underwater world of Sri Lanka with PADI Ruhunu Dive Center. Whether you are a beginner taking your first breath underwater or an experienced diver looking for new adventures, our dive center offers a full range of PADI training courses to suit all levels.
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Surfing at Hiriketiya and other hidden spots
Hiriketiya is a horseshoe bay near Dikwella, one of the busiest surf spots in southern Sri Lanka.
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Dikwella market
All the richness and diversity of the South’s fruit, vegetables and spices.
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Wewurukannala Temple
A Buddhist temple in Dikwella, known for its seated Buddha of some fifty metres, the tallest in Sri Lanka.
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Mulkirigala rock monastery
A set of Buddhist cave temples stacked on a rocky outcrop, north of Tangalle.
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Safari
In the Yala and Udawalawe national parks.
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Exploring the area
Canoe through the mangroves, crocodile safari, and the villages around.
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Yoga, Pilates and gym
Enjoy a new, fully-equipped, air-conditioned studio just 300 metres away. You can also take daily yoga and Pilates classes just 5 minutes away.