Cinnamon plantation and processing

Cinnamon Plantation & Processing

What to discover

Do this tour if you want to follow the tracks of cinnamon.

Cinnamon is a major export product of Sri Lanka and its use in both cooking and medicine are increasingly appreciated.

Spending your holiday at Bombay Bicycle Club (BBC) will give you a special insight into this little known crop because we have it right here in the neighborhood.

We provide a tour of the plantation and demonstrations of cinnamon peeling and processing. And if you wish and you are lucky you can also help them out for as long as you want to.

You can experience both the harvesting and the production of cinnamon, which is fun and very interesting! Alone the smell of the peeled cinnamon trees is like a dream. Also, you can try a little bit of the fresh crust which we really recommend.

Here you can find out how much work is behind the production of cinnamon sticks and all the other cinnamon products.

We will also show you how to produce cinnamon oil.
The cinnamon oil is used in traditional medicines, especially in Ayurveda, which is the traditional medicinal system. It has been used in many cultures for dealing with a variety of health disorders. Likewise, it is used as home remedy against insects in the house or bad smells. Come and learn more about cinnamon and its versatile applications.

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Tip

Wear not your newest clothes and take all your family for having the most fun out of this activity.

Further Information

Sri Lanka claims a world market share of 90% on cinnamon, you will find comprehensive information on the Sri Lankan Export Development Website.

Andahalena Ella Waterfall

A nice small waterfall in Elpitiya.

Perfect for a half-day trip or day-trip if you also stop at a tea plantation and rice field.

Not very well-known among tourists.

Beautiful landscape and great adventure.

What to discover

The way to get there is an adventure, especially for kids. First, you follow a dinosaur footpath until you get to the forest. In the jungle you jump over some puddles, walk through a creek, cross several small mountain rivers and climb over rocks in order to reach the waterfall. Then you can either take the stairs or climb to reach the top of the waterfall.

A picturesque pool forms at the top, before the water cascades downwards. It is surrounded by trees. Truly beautiful and it’s just a short walk of about 20 minutes, where you will spot a lot of animals like tropical birds, chameleons and monkeys, too.

Unlike other waterfalls, here a bathing pool can be found at the top of the falls, where you will also meet some friendly monkeys.

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Hiking shoes for better grip and towel for taking a bath.

Take some bananas with you to feed the monkeys.

Off The Track Bay to Bay Hike

Off The Track - Bay to Bay Hike

A great hidden adventure. Easy hike. Alone or with the whole family.

Half-Day Trip / Great Viewpoints!

What to Discover

Not far from the Hotel the endless long beaches are interrupted and followed by a few quite small bays with almost no touristic traffic.

That’s why we tell you to discover with us some of the the nicest small bay’s at Kosgoda beach area, while hiking with a local host who knows all the stuff.

Hiking from bay to bay via the beautiful rock cliffs, through a temple and discover a lot of animals like fishes, craps, birds and black monkeys.

PS: This is discovered and a personal favorite of one of the BBC owners. He love it!!!

Tip

You don’t need hiking shoes. Just do it barefoot or in flip flops 😉

Stock some drinking ware, camera or phone and while hiking your mood will get tropical.

Don’t forget swimming clothes, small bay bathing experience is great!

Deluxe Double Room with Terrace

Deluxe Double Room with Terrace and Seaview

Our Details

The Room

Our deluxe double rooms with terrace are situated on the ground floor, accessible via the art-decorated lobby.

They offer a spacious 40 square meter area with a large 2x2m teak king-size bed, high-quality bedding and linen, and a variety of pillow and blanket options to suit your personal needs. The rooms are equipped with state-of-the-art air conditioning and a large cupboard accessible from both sides, providing ample storage space.

A mini bar/fridge is available for our guests to store their personal items. In addition, the room features a towel/clothes rack and multiple hooks for storing swimsuits or reusable clothes. There is also an integrated seating area with handmade Sri Lankan reed chairs and a table, providing extra space for relaxation or work.

Our in-room hot beverage selection of tea and coffee products is accompanied by a complimentary daily bottle of water, a kettle, crockery and cutlery for your personal convenience.

The Terrace

The terrace is fitted with natural stone flooring and is directly connected to the large glass front facing the beach side of the room and is an exclusive part of the living area as wide open glass sliding doors connect the room and terrace perfectly as one.

Enjoy stunning sea and garden views, hand-picked furniture and decoration for your wellbeing. A large table and comfortable chairs invite you to relax and have breakfast in your room or work from this exceptional space. A bench with comfortable cushions and pillows provides a place to rest and put your feet up.

The glass front can be closed with sliding doors and covered with full size curtains to separate the room from the terrace area, for example at night.

The Bathroom

The private en-suite bathroom has a large open-air shower area and natural potted plants to create a tropical feel every time you enjoy a shower or rainfall.

A handcrafted teak vanity, high quality sanitary ware and natural stone floor from a centrally located Sri Lankan mine surround your experience.

Several storage options provide space for your personal toiletries, complemented by our fresh face and shower towels, clay soap and toothbrush cups and a hairdryer, while of course we provide all the basics such as soap, toilet paper and so on.

The Connectivity & Security

Plenty of power sockets in all areas of the room, terrace and bathroom to allow you to plug in all your devices. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and is powered by fibre technology to ensure the best possible speed for your connection.

For your personal safety we have installed fire detectors and security door locks for all our rooms and public areas, supported by our 24 hour on site staff.

Our Spirit Of Design

We have carefully designed and selected 100% Sri Lankan handcrafted items and decorations for our rooms to showcase the craftsmanship of our beautiful country. From local teak furniture, matching cosy fabrics, high quality bed linen, amazing hand made natural or colored clay and reed items such as lamps to various categories of art, you will discover many local skills and feel the spirit and charm of the island of Sri Lanka.

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony

Deluxe Double Room with Balcony and Seaview