Tissamaharama Chena Lunch Experience: Discover Local Culture & Traditional Cuisine
Wirawila

(SKU: LK7C350600) Embark on a fascinating and fruitful journey that introduces you to the indigenous culture. Discover the complexities of Chena cultivation and its rich past. Witness the preparation of a farm-fresh meal. Savor an authentic local lunch in the cozy Chena huts nestled amongst the fields.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Saraii Village - Chena is a method of agriculture that makes the most of the monsoon seasons every year. This farming method dates back to the early tribal communities of the island, millennia ago.

Once you get to the village you will be meeting up with a local farmer, who will be taking you around the fields. He will explain how chena plantation occurs and the seasons of planting. You will be learning more about the monsoons and the crops that are planted during chena plantation. You will also get to see how the water is collected and allocated when rain occurs, and the complications that arise with and excess or lack of rain. While speaking to the farmer, you will also be able to take some great photos with the fields as a backdrop.

After walking through the fields, you will be taken to a chena hut that within the fields. Chena huts are rustic, open-sided huts used by farmers to watch over their fields, and to get some rest in the shade at the sun’s highest point. Sometimes they also use it to stay overnight in to protect the crops from damage by wildlife, such as elephants. However, this one is where you will be having lunch. You will find the food being cooked on open wood fires

What's Included
  • Traditional village lunch included
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Food and beverages where not specified.
  • Expenses of personal nature.
  • Gratuities (optional).
Meal Options
  • Rice
  • Dhal curry
  • Fish Curry
Additional Information
  • Do let us know if you have any specific dietary requirements.
Location
Saraii Village
A2
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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