SRI LANKA
The teardrop off India, Sri Lanka brims with lush landscapes, ancient treasures and colonial history – all ringed by the palm-fringed beaches of the Indian Ocean.
Sri Lanka is much more than a beach destination. Journey through the verdant interior, and you can stay on a tea plantation, immerse yourself in Buddhism at temples scattered throughout the country or visit historic coastal towns such as Galle. Nuwara Eliya with its lawns and Georgian properties feels oddly reminiscent of home, whilst capital Colombo has a cosmopolitan vibe and indelible colonial heritage.
A landmark destination in the ancient Spice Trail, Sri Lanka is bursting with wonder. This tropical island is famous for its diverse landscape: from the blue coastal belt to green mountains within just hours of each other, and the island’s lush greenery ranging from coconut palm groves to paddy fields and tea plantations, embellished by over 200 natural waterfalls. It is blessed with a rich culture and a recorded civilization that spans as far back as 380 BC. Spices, sapphires and elephants have been synonymous for centuries with Sri Lanka, previously known as Ceylon. The unique location of the island in the Indian Ocean once served as a hub for trading: aromatic cinnamon (the best in the world), cardamom, nutmeg and pepper were plentiful and the natural sparkle of gems with their multitude of hues, iconic to their colourful land, were amongst the natural exports. The country lured traders and colonisers from the west which resulted in the Portuguese, the Dutch and the British governing the island for over 150 years from the 16th century. This resulted in the island being called the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean”.
DMC Profile
Abercrombie & Kent is the world’s largest network of luxury destination management companies, with over 55 offices and 2,500 employees on the ground in more than 30 countries. As destination specialists we are committed to partnering with travel companies who strive to provide their clients with high quality travel experiences. That’s why we have dedicated experts for FIT, group and incentives & events travel, who invest time in researching new and innovative ideas, and tailor bespoke itineraries for groups of all sizes.
Today the A&K DMC difference can be seen in everything we do, from creative and personalised itineraries, to expert ground operations and the very best guides. Our global reach and extensive network also means we can provide you with ‘insider access’, enabling us to open doors to unusual places, people and experiences that others simply can’t.
Our global commitment to quality control procedures means we check that suppliers deliver exactly as promised, and hotels meet stringent health and safety standards. And in case of emergency, as part of the A&K Group of Companies, our DMCs have unbeatable corporate indemnity insurance.
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A dedicated incentive team – We have a dedicated team who deals purely with Incentive travel. We guarantee fast and efficient response and everything from the initial contact with the agent to the departure of the group is handled by the same Incentive Specialist.
A&K Incentive Quality Control – Investing in continuous market research and ground assessments guarantee that only the best product is offered to your clients and that suppliers always keep their standards to high level, the Quality Control department ensures that standards of punctuality, politeness, knowledge and efficiency for drivers and guest relations staff are constantly high. Every vehicle passes stringent quality control checks before being allowed out on safari.
Strong Supplier Relationships – Over the years A&K has been developing strong relationships with our suppliers on the ground. We choose only the best suppliers who value your clients as much as we do and will offer the same high level of service you expect from A&K. Due to our superior buying power we are always in a position to give the most competitive quotations.
Highest Calibre of Guides – Our guides are trained to the highest standards with extensive knowledge not only of the diverse flora & fauna but on the local cultures & customs. They are well- mannered and experienced with working with international visitors ensuring your clients receive the best service. We can guarantee French, Italian, German, Spanish and English-speaking driver/guides for your Incentive groups
Get in Touch
- Level 4, Thisara Plaza, No. 127/88, Dutugemunu Street, Colombo – 06, Sri Lanka
- Tel: +94 (0)115 22 6000
- https://www.akorndmc.com/destinations/sri-lanka/
- Email: sales@pearlr.co.uk
