Your stay — Elephas Resort
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Buddhist temple: Veherahena Kalyani Yogasramaya (968 m · ~12 min walk)
Emergency Contacts
SigiriyaFor Sigiriya specifically, dial 066 from any local phone for the Dambulla police station (nearest major station). 24/7 tourist police hotline: 011-242-1052. Also save the Sigiriya hospital number: 066-228-6206. If your mobile fails, ask any hotel or shop to call; they know the local protocols.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Sigiriya, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Elephas Resort
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) → Amaara Forest Hotel, Sigiriya
💡 Book through the hotel or a trusted local operator like PickMe. Rates are fixed for pre-booked rides; avoid touts at the airport who quote double.
Airport railway station (Katunayake South) → Amaara Forest Hotel
💡 Rarely the fastest option. From airport, take the train to Colombo Fort (1.5 hrs, 100 LKR). Then walk to Bastian Mawatha bus station for a Dambulla bus (3 hrs, 250 LKR) and a tuk-tuk from there. Trains are old but scenic.
Sigiriya town centre → Amaara Forest Hotel
💡 Negotiate the fare before getting in. Standard rate is 50 LKR per km; the hotel is about 3 km from the main road. Many tuk-tuks wait near the rock entrance.
Airport bus stop (near arrivals) → Amaara Forest Hotel
💡 Take the 187 bus from airport to Colombo Bastian Mawatha (45 min, 150 LKR), then change to a Dambulla-bound bus (3 hrs, 350 LKR). From Dambulla bus stand, a tuk-tuk to the hotel costs 800 LKR. Keep small change handy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Elephas Resort?
Check-in at Elephas Resort is from null. Check-out is by null.
Top Attractions in Sigiriya
💡 Head to the Pidurangala Rock climb viewpoint at sunrise for a spectacular free panorama of Sigiriya Rock from a distance.
💡 Start from the main road near the Sigiriya junction and follow the dirt tracks towards the lake. Avoid wandering into fenced or planted areas. Carry water and a hat.
💡 Entry is included with the rock ticket, but you can visit the museum separately for a very low fee (around 200 LKR). It takes about 30 minutes to go through.
💡 If you don't climb the rock, the water gardens alone are worth the entrance fee (around $10 for foreigners, less for locals). Best visited early morning when the fountains still have water and it's cool.
💡 Costs about 500-1000 LKR (very low). Go for sunrise or late afternoon to avoid the heat and get the best light for photos. Wear sturdy shoes, as the final section involves scrambling over boulders.