The largest Centre within Sarvodaya Leisure, occupying a 500 acre land, our eco-friendly Centre is nestled amidst a picturesque, tranquil and a rural setting, well away from the busyness of a city life and can be called truly a living paradise of nature. Located at 30 minutes’ drive from Mattala highway exit, bordering Lunugamvehera National Park, the place provides an excellent opportunity for abundance of nature sightseeing, bird watching and to relish in the authentic ambience of Sri Lankan village life.
The three lakes occupying our Centre area helps to create a mesmerizing surrounding with its enchanting views like a painted picture of mother nature.
This is the ideal destination to unwind yourself from your busy lifestyle and enjoy the charming nature that surrounds our Centre and experience an unforgettable eco-friendly stay.
Freshly picked organic crops grown at the premises itself, enable us to serve you with healthy organic dishes of Sri Lankan cuisine.
Thanamalwila Accommodation
Standard accommodation is provided for families and large groups of individuals to suit your budget with 3 affordable room packages. Dormitories provide group accommodation up to 45 individuals, where they can indulge themselves while maintaining a good rapport among them during their stay with us.
Standard Rooms
Room facilities
Private entrance
Fan
Attached Bathroom
Conference Hall
The three types of conference halls differentiating in sizes, are capable of occupying minimum 25 individuals up to 500 individuals with required furniture for the events.
The open arena can be used for open gatherings and to perform group meditation sessions outdoors with perfect tranquility blended with nature.
Conference Hall
Conference Hall
Auditorium
Outdoor Theatre
Activities
Farm tours are provided to our guests to add an insight in to the programs conducted by Sarvodaya Shramadana Movement. Visits to any of the lakes, to enjoy the beauty and long walks along the lakeside can be facilitated while enjoying bird watching. Meditation and camping can be arranged according to your interests and needs. Our Friendly and professional staff is willing to assist you with them.
Whether parents with young kids or families with older children who are interested in experiencing the world in a more responsible manner, we can provide options that are engaging and fun for kids as well as adults.
If you want to get really close to nature an aesthetic tree house is available overlooking the land of vegetation, to enjoy a clear and a broad view of the area.
Two types of farmlands are available to visit while gaining a real life experience.
Organic farm area exists with herbal trees and shrubs associated with a wide variety of fruits and vegetables grown organically.
Commercially cultivated farmland consists of corn, melons and other organic vegetables which are grown using a special water supply that you are welcome to learn more about.
A unique experience of smelling the morning dew, freshly cut grass, harvesting fruits and veggies will be gained during your stay. Planting vegetable plants or a tree in a farmland will be an unforgettable experience for the kids, buzzing off from their busy schedules.
Relax a bit and refresh yourself by experiencing a countryside stay during your holiday.
Bird Watching
Lake
Lake Dam
Commercially cultivated farmland
Organic farm
Excursion
Our Centre at Thanamalwila share a comfortable and ecofriendly atmosphere where everybody is welcome to join a relaxing experience in harmony with nature and wildlife.
Located approximately 37 km from the Centre, Kataragama is one of the most visited, sacred cities of multi-religious pilgrims. All are welcome to participate for the daily Pooja in the multi-religious site.
Kataragama is rich with Sri Lankan history and culture and anyone visiting the city is surely able to visit a culturally diverse side of Sri Lanka.
Since the Centre is located bordering Lunugamvehera National Park, a popular destination for any nature lover, one can observe the richness of wildlife treasures. The National Park is an important habitat for water birds and elephants. It is home to many mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians, and is rich in various species of floral. It also serves as a migration corridor for elephants between Yala National Park and Udawalawa National Park.
Being about 40 minutes’ drive away from the Centre, Udawalawe National Park serves as a sanctuary for displaced wildlife by the Udawalawe reservoir. The Walawe river runs through the park making the atmosphere charming and peaceful while adding beauty to the sanctuary. Udawalawe Park is popular among nature lovers who want to witness true Sri Lankan natural treasures.
Address : Sarvodaya Development Education Centre, Thanamalwila
E mail : Thanamalwila-finance@sarvodaya.org
Contact : +94 47 4937 591 / +94 70 3817 068 / +94 70 2853 320
