Whether you’ve come to unwind or recharge, Karpaha Sands offers unique experiences and individual spaces to relax or reinvigorate, have fun and keep busy, as well as the perfect atmosphere to simply slow down and soak in the surrounding beauty
Explore our hidden corners and gardens to fall in love with unique pieces of art scattered around the resort
Contemplate local Tamil fishermen as they join hands to slowly haul in their nets for hours on the beach in a daily ritual that has not changed for centuries
Treat yourself to one of Sri Lanka’s famed Ayurvedic treatments or an expert massage in one of our intimate individual pavilions at our Karpaha Sands Spa
Celebrate special occasions or just life with a private seafood barbecue prepared by our Chef, directly on the beach or in front of your suite
Treat your loved ones to our exclusive private beach cinema, and enjoy an intimate movie screening under the open sky with your feet in the sand
Get a tan while watching the blue of the horizon or sip a sun-downer on the beach to a backdrop of chilled music
Our games area near the restaurant with its board games, boat lounger and fancy chairs has everything to keep children and adults occupied for hours
Toss on your apron and head to our rustic popup kitchen for an interactive course in Sri Lankan cuisine, and enjoy what you’ve cooked after the lesson
Haul in the catch of the day in the calm waters off the coast on a private motorboat departing from the shore in front of the resort
Lagoon Boat Ride and Dining
Enjoy an evening boat ride on a nearby lagoon to catch the sunset while sipping a sundowner, feat on a typical home-cooked fisherman’s dinner in a romantic setting on the shore
Horse Riding
Your dream can come true! Enjoy a beach ride, swim with the horses or trail from the ranch which is just 45 minutes from the hotel.
Signature Cocktail Classes
If you’re looking to brush up on your sharking and stirring techniques or learn more about the history of booze and how it’s produced, this might be the best experience that you could get your hands on.
Explore the area
Enjoy exploring the nearby villages and Palmyra plantations on your own bicycle.
Traditional gaming
Enjoy a traditional French game competing to get 13 points.
Paddle your way on the calm turquoise waters of Kalkudah Bay in the morning or late afternoon with our double kayaks or stand –up paddles.