Spend your time any way you please at Avani Kalutara Resort and enjoy all the facilities right next door at Anantara Kalutara Resort. Laze by the pool. Bounce around on the beach with some games. Go with the flow in a yoga class, or burn off calories in the gym. If you've got cravings to explore, hop in a kayak to see local river life. Enjoy a day of adrenaline-pumping rock climbing, zip lining and abseiling at the 'Glider adventure tower'. Shop for handicraft souvenirs or visit a country estate for an elegant day out. There are endless things to do in Kalutara.

Lunuganga Estate Tour

Take a stroll through the exotic landscape to the famed Lunuganga Estate, the country home of the late Geoffrey Bawa, father of Tropical Modernist architecture. Be wowed by the azure water garden, sculptures, lilies, rice paddies, lake and mountain views.

Brief Garden by Bevis Bawa

Explore this incredible architectural masterpiece from Bevis Bawa, the brother of Geoffrey Bawa. The garden uniquely channels Bevis’ artistic vision with beautifully planted trees, sculptures, water terrace, pavilions and courtyards.

Explore Kalutara on Wheels

Cycle or tuk tuk your way around famous landmarks – from the impressive stupa of the Kalutara Bodhiya to Richmond Castle to the Thudugala Waterfall.

The Glider Adventure Tower

Enjoy a day of adrenaline at the 'Glider adventure tower' by abseiling up 10 metres and zip lining 165 metres over a picturesque lagoon.

Water Sports

Jump into an array of watersports on the lagoon available at our nearby sister property - Anantara Kalutara Resort.

Rifle Shooting and Archery

Hold a steady gaze and take aim at the target in a one hour session with expert instructors on hand.

Yoga and Aqua-Aerobics

Free body and soul at our weekly yoga classes or slip into the pool and dance to upbeat music, through a fun aqua aerobic routine.

Spice Spoons Cooking Class

Head next door to Anantara Kalutara Resort and try your hand at whipping up some authentic Sri Lankan dishes. Perfect for wowing your friends back home.

Aliya Kids' and Teens' Club

We know youngsters want to play, explore, discover, doze, and do it all over again. Our action-packed schedule of activities from the playroom to the lagoon and beach will keep your little VIPs entertained.

A bite on the fly, private beachfront dining, sumptuous buffets or poolside drinks, or anything else you could want. We’ve got international and Sri Lankan specialities to suit any time of the day, in a fancy setting of your choice or in the cosy privacy of your room. Take your pick from some of the best restaurants in Kalutara. 

MANGROVE

WORLD FLAVOURS AND LOCAL FAVOURITES

Bask in unforgettable views and a world of local and international flavours. Dine in air-conditioned comfort overlooking the ocean or on the terrace by pool. Excite your senses with daily rotating menus of international and local cuisines. Try local specialities, such as the all-time favourite hoppers, Sri Lankan crab curry or freshly caught seafood, and if you’ve got a sweet tooth, you’ll love our wicked desserts.

• International Cuisine
• 7:00 am – 10:00 pm

MIRIDIYA BAR

TROPICAL TONICS

Hang out in Miridiya Bar, a happening spot with refreshing views. Watch the Kalu Ganga River meander by, enjoying tasty snacks by day, and fruity cocktails later on. Get into the easy-going vibe for a great evening. 

• Drinks · Light bites
• 10:00 am – 12:00 midnight

KARADIYA BAR

YOU LOUNGE, WE LAVISH

Stay poolside and never lift a finger at Karadiya Bar. Cool off in the water or with refreshing drinks and delicious snacks. Fill your day with sunshine, swaying palms, lush views and an ocean soundtrack.  

• Drinks · Light bites
• 10:00 am – 12:00 midnight

PRIVATE DINING

DESIGNED FOR YOU

Treat someone special to a dreamy dinner in the perfect setting. Our specialty dining experience is designed to surprise. Delve into the island’s seafood bounty, cooked precisely to your liking. Picnic on soft powdery sands, or join our chefs for an interactive cooking class.

If there is one thing that truly marks the start of the evening, it’s the wonderful smell of barbecues firing upon the tropical gardens along the seashore. Make a plan to fire up the grill and treat your family and friends to a private BBQ bash.

• On request

ACQUOLINA

THE FLAVOURS OF ITALY

Italian fine dining awaits right next door at Anantara Kalutara Resort’s Acquolina restaurant. Tuck into the freshest baked seabass cooked the traditional way with garlic, herbs and white wine, wash it down with the finest vintages and top it off with cannoli treats. Choose from irresistible settings – outside by the adults-only pool or in the intimate setting of our wine cellar.

• Italian
• 12:00 noon – 10:30 pm

SPICE TRADERS

ASIAN FLAVOURS BY THE RIVER

Just a leisurely stroll away at Anantara Kalutara Resort, Spice Traders serves up the best of Thai, Chinese and Indian cuisine. Taste your way across the region’s best loved culinary cultures in an al fresco sala by the river. The Jingha Til Tikka oven-roasted tiger prawns and Thai-style Seabass come highly recommended.

• Asian
• 7:00 pm – 10:30 pm

THE PANTRY

TASTY TREATS

Avani brings its popular deli concept, The Pantry to Sri Lanka’s sunny shores. Perfectly brewed coffees, cold-pressed juices, artisanal sandwiches, and freshly baked pastries all tempt with fragrant aromas for visitors on the go. The Pantry ensures our guests feel taken care of perfect for a quick bite before setting off to explore.

• Deli
• 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

Anantara Spa

Guests at Avani Kalutara Resort are invited to take a peaceful stroll to the Anantara Spa at our adjacent sister property, Anantara Kalutara Resort, and delve into an array of blissful spa journeys.

Rooted in the healing traditions of the world's richest cultures, these soothing treatments and exotic elixirs awaken spiritual and physical radiance and wellbeing. Discover a spa in Kalutara with a menu of trusted ancient therapies from across Asia, holistic Ayurvedic rituals and revered Western practices. 

• Opening Hours 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

ANANTARA SPA FACILITIES

• Single treatment rooms
• Double treatment rooms
• PEDI:MANI:CURE STUDIO by Bastien Gonzalez
• Steam rooms
• Yoga pavilion
• Ayurvedic treatments
• Treatments for children with chocolate or coconut oil
• Wellness relaxation area with lotus waterways

SIGNATURE SPA TREATMENTS

Anantara Signature Massage (90 minutes)

A signature blend of oils combined with purposefully designed movements stimulates circulation and promotes deep relaxation, whilst restoring the flow of energy, or prana, along the meridian lines.

Stress Release Massage (60 minutes)

Using a combination of strokes and acupressure techniques, along with the signature aromatherapy oil blend of your choice, this gentle massage delivers waves of deep relaxation.

Bespoke Spa Experience (90 minutes)

Indulge in an exclusive spa massage, designed to suit your needs and mood. Highlight the areas you wish to focus on or the benefits you wish to achieve, and we’ll tailor the perfect 90-minute massage with a choice of special oil blends.