Anantara Kalutara Resort

From Anantara Kalutara, join a morning visit to the local market with your chef to select fresh ingredients for your cooking session. Back at the resort, you’ll chop, stir and cook under guidance, preparing traditional Sri Lankan dishes. Once your meal is ready, enjoy it alongside an arrack cocktail provided by the team.

As the class concludes, you’ll receive a Spice Spoons goodie bag and a box of recipes to recreate the flavours at home. This hands-on experience offers insight into local ingredients, cooking techniques and culinary culture, giving you a practical connection to Sri Lanka’s food traditions.

From Anantara Kalutara, try your hand at air rifle shooting under the guidance of skilled instructors. During a one-hour session, you’ll learn to hold, aim and fire with control, developing balance, focus and accuracy. The course is designed for both beginners and experienced shooters, offering step-by-step guidance to refine your technique.

You’ll practice hitting stationary targets and gain confidence with each shot, improving your steadiness and precision. This activity combines concentration and skill in a safe, structured environment, giving you a practical way to challenge yourself and enjoy a focused, engaging experience during your stay at the resort.

Try your hand at archery with guidance from the Anantara’s recreation team. You’ll practice shooting a bow and arrow at targets set at increasing distances, learning proper stance, aim and release techniques. The session takes place in the resort’s gardens, offering you clear views of the lagoon while you focus on your skill.

Whether you’re new to archery or looking to improve, the instructors provide tips to help you gain confidence and accuracy. This hands-on activity combines focus, coordination and balance, giving you a structured, engaging way to challenge yourself while enjoying the peaceful surroundings of the resort.