Sri Lanka Travel Impressions

A calm collection of travel films that show how Sri Lanka feels when you slow down. These are not guides or itineraries. They are visual impressions to help you sense the rhythm of the island before planning your journey.

Loving Lanka - a cinematic journey

Filmed by Sebastian Linda, Loving Lanka moves gently through Sri Lanka’s rhythm. From everyday life in Colombo to southern beaches, ancient places like Sigiriya, Polonnaruwa, Dambulla and Kandy, into the misty highlands of Ella and Nuwara Eliya, and finally the wild landscapes of Yala.

Set to the soundtrack Quiet by Lights & Motion, this film is not a guide. It’s a mood piece. A sense of colour, pace, and presence.

Surfing & adventure - three weeks on the island

Follow an adventurous couple on a three-week journey through Sri Lanka. Surf sessions, hidden beaches, coastal towns, and long days shaped by the ocean.

A relaxed and honest look at travel driven by curiosity rather than checklists.

The Colors of Sri Lanka

Filmed over three weeks by Michal Kumpar, this film captures the vivid energy of Sri Lanka’s east coast, with a focus on Arugam Bay and surf culture.

A colourful portrait of movement, people, and everyday moments by the sea.

Sri Lanka road trip - iconic places

A fast-moving road trip across Sri Lanka, touching Colombo, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, the south coast, and more.

A broad overview for travellers who like to understand the island’s geography and flow.

Two weeks of culture and everyday life

A two-week journey focused on food, culture, and local encounters. Less spectacle, more connection.

Paradise. Ceylon - the main attraction

A short film challenging the idea of Sri Lanka as a stopover. Landscapes, culture, beaches, and everyday warmth — without comparison.

Kitesurfing in Kalpitiya - wind and water

A Red Bull kite camp with Ruben Lenten and young Sri Lankan riders. Energy, progression, and the unique lagoon landscape of Kalpitiya.

Road to Tangalle

A three-week journey linking cultural heartlands with the southern coast. Dambulla, Kandy, Adam’s Peak, Nuwara Eliya, Yala, Mirissa, Arugam Bay and Tangalle.

Curious how this could fit your journey?

If these impressions resonate and you’re thinking about travelling through Sri Lanka in a personal and unhurried way, we’re happy to explore whether Ruuk Village fits your plans.

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