Overview
Hidden within a 10 acre Jungle beach reserve , close to Trincomelee’s famous beaches, this unique resort introduces a sense of lush green fun to a classic beach family holiday. A short sea plane ride fro Colombo’s International airport, the East coast is idyllic in the summer months when the more popular South and West coasts can be rainy and ‘sea rough’.
Quite remote, this luxurious ‘take’ on tree houses is a far cry from Robinson Crusoe living. Also a welcome change to Trincomelee’s merchant and Dutch influences – The East’s largest shipping port.
‘Trinco’ has its fair share of history; hot springs regularly used on holy days and the famous ‘Lovers Leap’ – a heart felt fable not to be repeated from these extremely high rocks.
Uga escapes’ reputation as a 5 star retreat, pampering, excursions is evident throughout whilst retaining a real sense of local culture and village staff.
Rooms
Eco friendly designs using local inspiration and indigenous materials to blend traditional jungle life with “Uga” luxury.
Lagoon Cabins (18): a ‘Birders’ paradise. With a garden or lagoon facing facing view, each Lagoon Cabin is furnished with a large king size bed or twin beds. Sun chairs or balcony dining furnishings, a fully stocked mini bar, 32” LCD TV and an ipod docking station is available in all categories
Jungle Cabins (13)
Crafted from indigenous material and designed to remain open to specatacular views of the jungle, the cabins are tiucked deep within, offering the utmost in privacy and seclusion. Fitted with kingsize beds, outdoor rain showers and a private deck perfect for a little wildlife spotting – vibrant birds and dragonflies through to squirrels and monkeys ( watch those monkeys with your glittering jewels).
Beach Cabins (14) . Offering private walkways to the Ocean and contemporary Sri Lankan interior design of polished cement floors, vaulted ceiling, thatched Iluk leaf roof and local artefacts. Each cabin introduces elements of outdor nature whilst private terraces invite those rare sightings of nature as you relax with a book or sundowner.
Jungle Clusters (3). Designed with families and friends in mind. A private lounging haven to escape the sun or nighttime soirees. These clusters each share a pool and have individual Jacuzzis.
Dining
The terrace restaurant and poolside bars have an airy modern feel but culinary flavours, local seafood menus and Sri Lankan curries soak up the atmosphere. Chef adds Western twists and simple salads to serve all palates.
Things to do & local tips
- Spa- traditional Ayurvedic treatments or rejuvenating beauty treatments
- Water sports: snorkeling, jet skiing, beach volleyball, and sand sculpting are available for the more active. You will be surprised how quickly the local villages will volunteer to make up a volleyball team.
- History: Grab a hotel bike and amble through the local fishing villages and temples. Trinco offers lots of rich historic excursions from bathing spas to Iconic Hundu temples. The harbor is an important “World trading bridge” so can appear more Industrial than traditional.
- Cultural Triangle: an 1.5-2 hour drive to admire the ancient temple ruins and fresco’s of Pollanuruwa and Dambulla
- Safari: Wilpattu National park has a healthy elephant and bird population, a unique and emotional experience for all age groups.