Villa Subashri

The ancient hill city of Kandy, Sri Lanka's last royal capital, lies approximately 24 km from Villa Subashri, making it an ideal half or full-day excursion. At its heart stands Sri Dalada Maligawa, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, one of the most sacred Buddhist sites in the world.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of Sri Lanka with an evening at the Kandy Lake Club Cultural Dance Show, the island's first and longest-running cultural dance performance, held nightly since 1982. This captivating one-hour show brings together 12+ distinct dance traditions performed in spectacular costume to the rhythms of traditional Geta Beraya drums.

Nestled in the scenic hills of Digana, Victoria Golf & Country Resort is a 517-acre highland sanctuary set at 1,500 feet above sea level, occupying a dramatic peninsula surrounded by the Victoria Reservoir and framed by the majestic Knuckles Mountain Range, one of the most breathtaking golf settings in all of Asia.

A visiting yoga instructor can be arranged to conduct sessions at the villa, practised on the terrace overlooking the majestic Knuckles Mountain Range. Suitable for all levels, each session offers relaxation, balance, and renewal in the crisp hill country air. Advance booking required.

Victoria Dam is the tallest dam in Sri Lanka, rising 122 metres above the Mahaweli River and home to the country's largest hydroelectric power station. Behind it lies the vast Victoria Reservoir covering 22.7 square kilometres of serene highland water, located just minutes from Villa Subashri.

A massage therapist visits the villa for traditional Sri Lankan wellness treatments, ideal after a day of trekking, sightseeing, or golf. Enjoy complete privacy and relaxation within the comfort of your hill country retreat. Advance booking required.

Villa Subashri sits within the 500-acre Victoria Golf Resort estate, home to a rich diversity of resident and migratory bird species. Just beyond lies the Knuckles Forest Reserve, a renowned biodiversity hotspot sheltering over 128 recorded bird species, many endemic to Sri Lanka.

Just minutes from Villa Subashri, this half-day adventure combines ancient history with stunning highland scenery. Bambaragala Rajamaha Viharaya is a 2,000-year-old cave temple with Brahmi rock inscriptions dating to the 2nd–3rd century BCE. From its steps, the Pettigala hike leads to a summit at 760 metres with near 360-degree panoramic views.

The Pekoe Trail is Sri Lanka's premier long-distance hiking route, winding 300 km across 22 stages from Kandy's Hanthana Mountains to Nuwara Eliya. Stages 1 and 2 are among the most accessible and rewarding sections, an ideal day excursion from Villa Subashri with a short drive to Kandy as the starting point.

Experience the thrill of white water rafting on the Mahaweli River, Sri Lanka's longest and most scenic river. With rapids ranging from gentle to challenging, this adventure is perfect for both beginners and experienced rafters, combining adrenaline with stunning natural scenery along the riverbanks.

The vast, tranquil waters of the Victoria Reservoir, stretching 22.7 square kilometres through the Knuckles Mountain Range, offer a spectacular setting for kayaking and water-based adventures right on the doorstep of Villa Subashri. Paddle through calm, glassy waters surrounded by forested hills and the reflections of the Knuckles peaks.