Ballooning in Sri Lanka is now a popular trend that is perfect for tourists who want to see the island from above. There are several locations that you can choose from; you can opt to see the jungles in Sri Lanka, the cultural triangle or even the southern coastal area. The season for flying is generally starts in November and goes on till April. The best time to take a trip would be in the morning so that you can see the sun rise and watch the shadows fall across the green landscape of the island. Sigiriya and Dambulla are the most popular hot air balloon ride regions. Sigiriya also known as the ‘Lion rock’ is an ancient historic fortress that was built in 477AD. A rock of nearly 200 meters tall was the royal palace and fortress of King Kasyapa. Sigiriya was developed into a residential complex and fortress that guarded the King and his regime. There are gardens, gateways, fountains and paintings of the women who resided in the palace.
The ride to Sigiriya can be arranged from the hotel that you plan to stay in. Hot Air Balloon rides are usually about an hour long but the total timing of the hotel pickup, takeoff and landing will amount to 2-3 hours. The timings are arranged so that the guests will witness either sunrise or the sun set. The balloon operators prefer to ride in steady weather conditions. Since hot air balloon riding is also an adventure activity, most often guests can participate in the operations of the ride. Inflation and deflation of the balloon are the activities in which people can participate in.
Sigiriya is one of the most popular sights to see in Sri Lanka. The surrounding jungle like area adds to the beauty of the place. The best way to see both the jungle and historical sites is to take a balloon ride across the area. If you are planning a visit to Sri Lanka check out a Hotel in Sigiriya for accommodation. Sigiriya is a central location and you can access most of the island’s attractions from this spot. Search for hotels Sigiriya and you will find a number of places that you can stay in. One that can be recommended in Hotel Sigiriya they have great rooms and good service.

Jayani Senanayake is a writer who dabbles in travel and all things exotic. Under the pseudonym of Caliope Sage, she writes of the allures that must simply be discovered.Google+