Fun with Amazon

The Amazon Web Services Startups ASEAN Annual Incentive Tour 2022 was held as an offsite in Sri Lanka, and Eco Team had the pleasure of hosting the touring party. Thirty nine guests from various parts of the globe were treated to a luxurious glamping experience at the Mahoora Tented Safari Camp in Wilpattu. Fun-filled events and game drives entertained the group across two days, and the event was capped off with a gala dinner at Anantaya Chilaw on the final night of their stay.

Everything is just right at the The Other Corner, Habarana

Everything is just right at the The Other Corner, Habarana “Location, location, location.” - Harold Samuel. “Location, location, location.” - Harold Samuel. Far away from the hustle and bustle, surrounded by wildlife and nature, but not too far to be considered remote is a perfect getaway called, The Other Corner. The wonderfully rustic-looking chalets and cottages, with drooping thatched roofs and polished tree trunks will instantly take you back to an era of simplicity. But step inside, and you will discover all the modern trappings for a luxurious stay, including WiFi, en-suite bathrooms and air-conditioning. This cosy retreat, situated in Habarana, Sri Lanka...

Breathing exquisite life into wood

Breathing exquisite life into wood The history of artisanal handicrafts in Sri Lanka can be traced back thousands of years. But many of the stone and wood carving techniques visible today can be attributed to the arrival of Saṅghamittā, the venerable Buddhist nun who came from India to spread the teachings of Lord Buddha. The knowledge exchange on craftsmanship that inevitably happened along with the spread of Buddhism, spurred on a new wave of intricate work that can still be observed in ancient cities like Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya & Kandy. Even though the practitioners of the craft have diminished in the...

Madhawa the man for MICE!

Madhawa the man for MICE! We’re not talking about furry little mice though, but then again, with his skills he would probably sort out that problem too! With 14 years of experience in the industry, Madhawa Rajapakse is an expert in handling Meeting, Incentive, Convention and Exhibition (MICE) events. He is the go-to guy at Experiential Journeys for all MICE assignments and also juggles duties as Wildlife Tour Planner and Cycling Experiences planner. This adventure lover is ever-ready to hit the road, and equally loves planning tours and events, so give him a shout if you’ve got an event in mind! ...

Birdwatching gets a boost

Birdwatching gets a boost We’re proud to announce that our parent company Eco Team (Pvt.) Ltd. has signed an agreement with the Field Ornithology Group of Sri Lanka (FOGSL). The FOGSL is an organisation dedicated towards birding, ornithology, and conservation of nature which also aims to establish and strengthen links with similar organisations in foreign countries. It is a non-profit, non-governmental organisation attached to the Department of Zoology, University of Colombo. The agreement, signed by Eco Team MD Anuruddha Bandara, Prof. Sarath Kotagama and Prof Nihal Dayawansa, enables FOGSL to have access to Eco Team properties around the Island, to establish...

Fun with Amazon

Fun with Amazon The Amazon Web Services Startups ASEAN Annual Incentive Tour 2022 was held as an offsite in Sri Lanka, and Eco Team had the pleasure of hosting the touring party. Thirty nine guests from various parts of the globe were treated to a luxurious glamping experience at the Mahoora Tented Safari Camp in Wilpattu. Fun-filled events and game drives entertained the group across two days, and the event was capped off with a gala dinner at Anantaya Chilaw on the final night of their stay. ...

Fun with Amazon

Everything is just right at the The Other Corner, Habarana

Breathing exquisite life into wood

Madhawa the man for MICE!

Birdwatching gets a boost

Fun with Amazon

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