What People Say

  I came to Jungle Tide in Hanthana mainly do my bird photography. This is an amazing place for bird lovers as it blends with both Wet zone and dry zone... read more Aves. Yello yeared bulbul became my fav till I depart JT. Also i spoted many species including Sri Lanka White Eye (Endemic) followed by some other endemics as SL Jungle Fowl, SL Grey Hornbill, Brown Capped Babbler, black capped bulbul.
This place is really unique with surrounded mountains. Also they have a track made for bird watching. Rooms are really cleaned, comfortable and spacious. Food is made to local cuisines and it is very tasty. Sally and Gerry are the owners of the place which offers you a dedicated service filled with unexplainable hospitality till you leave. Any one looking for a place to board, I recommend the Jungle Tide for you to experience.

  Peaceful and relaxing location close from Kandy, surrounded by infinite tea fields.

We stayed at Jungle Tide for two days and was one of the best experiences we had... read more during our trip in Sri Lanka. Sally and Jerry who are amazingly kind, took care of us so much and we spend lovely time together. We already miss them.

The house, designed by the owners, is gorgeous with great views. The rooms are big and very comfortable.

Just the best place to stay at Kandy.

  If you’re visiting Kandy, who on Earth would want to drive miles up a twisty mountain road, then down a driveway that looks like it hasn’t been repaired since the... read more Portuguese left Ceylon just to stay at Jungle Tide? The answer: us again without a question.

A haven of tranquility, good humour, beautiful views and warm reception awaits you here. We stayed for three nights and whilst the wonders of Kandy and surrounding countryside where my father-in-law’s family grew up were wonderful, each day we increasingly looked forward to retreating back to Jungle Tide for simplicity, good company and the kinds of evenings that make long lasting memories.

The hosts are exceptional, with Toffee and Suki looking after your every need. Sally, Jerry and team aren’t bad either.

  We were very lucky to spend Christmas at Jungletide with 3 other families. Our stay was unforgettable. Sally, Jerry and their helpers really transformed our stay into a wonderful experience.... read more We would like to warmly recommend Jungletide for an exceptional stay in Kandy.

  We spent 2 nights at Jungle Tide and wish we had time to stay longer. What brought us up here was Jerry's book "Broke'n' English", which is a must read!... read more />
Sally and Jerry were gracious hosts who cooked up some awesome dishes with the help of Rani who handled the Sri Lankan meals. Specially loved Sally's vegetarian tajine with couscous, Rani's Hoppers and Pol Roti!

The house was clean and tidy, the linen crisp, hot water on tap, the views are amazing and the little village had plenty of walks and things to see, specially the traditional bakery which we visited at 6.15am to buy some food to take on our early morning walk.

Jerry has some suggested walks/ maps which we used to walk over to the next valley.

We skipped lunch on both days as breakfast was filling. But if you do want to have lunch, you can order from Mount Royal or walk up there in 2min.

For all you need to know, check their revamped website.

Thank you Sally and Jerry for a lovely stay....we will be back SOON!

  Jungle Tide is a half hour tuk tuk drive from Kandy. Up in the hills the air is clean and a much more pleasant temperature than Kandy. The bungalow has... read more several bright and airy rooms each with bathroom and veranda space. The house is surrounded by gardens with views across to the Knuckles Range. Sally and Jerry are wonderful hosts and are happy to arrange transport and suggest itineraries. The evening meals vary between western and Sri Lankan cuisine and all delicious. I fully recommend Jungle Tide as a starting point from which to explore central Sri Lanka.

  We stayed at Jungle Tide in February 2020 and we are still closing our eyes and remembering the beautiful views and serenity of this lovely swap! First of all, I... read more would like to highlight the kindness and generosity of Sally and Jerry. They are amazing hosts and will do everything to make sure you are happy with your stay. They will make sure all meals and activities you would like to do are organised and Rani (their help) cooked some delicious dishes! From Sri-Lankan typical curries, coconut pancakes, Sally's typical English Roast and tasty puddings to Jerry's lovely barbecues! Though it is about 30 mns from Kandy town, we thoroughly enjoyed our Tuk Tuk ride down the hill with the children. Jungle Tide was perfect to come out of the busy town and chill on the wrapped around terrace, reading a book, looking at birds, playing board games. On the BBQ night, we also saw some magical fireflies! Thank you Sally and Jerry! More

  Jungle Tide is a gorgeous guest house, remotely situated ½ h uphill from Kandy inside a tea plantation area and a village, inviting for walks or relaxation on the veranda... read more overlooking the valley or by the swimming pool. The hosts, Sally and Jerry are very charming and extremely helpful in sorting out all the logistic issues.

  We spent 2 nights at Jungle Tide and wish we had time to stay longer. What brought us up here was Jerry's book "Broke'n' English", which is a must read!... read more />
Sally and Jerry were gracious hosts who cooked up some awesome dishes with the help of Rani who handled the Sri Lankan meals. Specially loved Sally's vegetarian tajine with couscous, Rani's Hoppers and Pol Roti!

The house was clean and tidy, the linen crisp, hot water on tap, the views are amazing and the little village had plenty of walks and things to see, specially the traditional bakery which we visited at 6.15am to buy some food to take on our early morning walk.

Jerry has some suggested walks/ maps which we used to walk over to the next valley.

We skipped lunch on both days as breakfast was filling. But if you do want to have lunch, you can order from Mount Royal or walk up there in 2min.

For all you need to know, check their revamped website.

Thank you Sally and Jerry for a lovely stay....we will be back SOON! More

  We had a great stay at Jungle tide. Place was lovely and very away from the hustle bustle of the town. We had a vehicle so it was OK for... read more us to drive up to Jungle tide from Kandy. But others without a vehicle may have to rely on tuk tuk. It is a good 30 min drive up from Kandy.

  Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Jungle tide. Hosts and staff could not have been more helpful. Beautiful surroundings in the mountains. Well worth the extra effort of getting there. A... read more lovely rural retreat which also provides a great base for visiting Kandy and surrounding area. Could not have had a better experience

  Stayed for 4 days in Jungle Tide at the end of a month trip around Sri Lanka. It was a great quiet place to unwind, Super staff and food, lovely... read more house and garden. It's quite a trip up from Kandy which has it's advantages and disadvantages.

  What a wonderful place to stay. Something for everyone: walking in tea plantations, badminton and boules, swimming and sunning or just sitting and watching birds, Rani’s curries, Jerry’s home made... read more ice cream, Sally’s jams, chutneys and pies. And all such good value. We were so well looked after. Cannot recommend this beautiful property enough.

  A Wonderfull stay off the tourist trail.
Unspoiled beauty of tea plantations and mountains.
Spacious back yard where our son could play a lot.
Private swimming pool is very enjoyable... read more by the couples and families.

The best thing we enjoyed in jungle tide was their hospitality.
It was like visiting to grandma's or friend's home.

You will fall in love with Sallys' English home-cooking and Rani's Sri Lankan home-cookings.

Sally and Jerry is a sweet English couple they will take good care of you just like a family.

Definitely, we will visit again.

  We have just finished a wonderful 2 week stay at the new Mulberry Cottage at Jungle Tide. The cottage is great, comfortable and cosy with a very well stocked kitchen... read more for preparing food and in a great spot next to an idyllic stream. Sally and Jerry, the owners are fantastic. We enjoyed lots of interesting conversations and some amazing food. Views from the main lawn over the mountains are gorgeous and we did a really nice walk called the tea pickers trail. We also enjoyed the excellent swimming pool and can't forget the adorable dogs Suki and Toffee! Thanks Sally and Jerry!

  We arrived at Jungle Tide directly from the airport at Colombo.
We had a week to get over the jet lag and to acclimatise .
Sally and Jerry our hosts... read more are charming and couldn’t have done more to make us welcome. Indeed they organised our ongoing tours of Sri Lanka. With their knowledge and experience we had a wonderful tour of the island.
The rooms in this colonial style house are large and well furnished.
Meals are taken together in the large dining room and can consist of either western style or local cuisine cooked by Rani who will also share her cooking skills with you.
The pool is well maintained and the gardens offer opportunities to see large numbers of birds and animals.
Having visited the north of the island we returned for a second week to charge our batteries before our final leg of this visit.
The house is a 30 minute trip up into the hills from Kandy but it is certainly worth the drive. The views are stunning and it is a joy to escape the hustle and bustle of the town.
Transport is made easy by Sally and Jerry who can order either a tuk tuk or a car and driver for sightseeing tours of local places of interest such as the botanical gardens , the Temple of the Tooth, and the Tea Museum.
A wonderful place to relax and experience this amazing country. More

  We had a wonderful 4 night stay at Jungle Tide and wish we had stayed longer.
The house is a short drive from Kandy city and its noise and... read more pollution, close enough to get a tuk tuk in to every day.
Jerry and Sally are warm welcoming hosts with wonderful stories to tell. They recommended day excursions for us as well as alternative trips to less touristy sites.
The food was delicious, cooked with a choice of English or Sri Lankan and on our return to the house each day we'd take a lovely dip in their heated pool.
We would gladly visit them again on our next trip to Sri Lanka.

  We visited Jungle Tide for 3 nights as part of a family tour of Sri Lanka. The house is an absolutely lovely plantation bungalow, and Sally and Jerry are perfect... read more hosts. The views are beautiful and the food delicious- Sally and Jerry had asked what sort of food we would like in advance, and our tastes were catered for beautifully, whilst also being introduced to lots of delicious dishes we had never tried before.

A wonderful, laid back, homely retreat after the hustle and bustle of Kandy.

  I have been to Jungle Tide on several occasions: with colleagues as a break from work in Kandy, with my husband on holiday, and with a group of friends for... read more a delicious home cooked lunch . The atmosphere is a cosy, family home but with wonderful stylish, modern bed rooms and bathrooms and great Sri Lankan or western food. Jungle Tide is in the middle of tea plantations: walk through tea bushes or just sit and relax in the garden or by the pool. The welcome from Sally and Gerry(or Rani and Martin) is warm and friendly staying at Jungle Tide is excellent value for money. I love staying here because its stylish but comfortable , friendly , good food and great value. Thank you Sally and Gerry

  We arrived with our three children and one grandchild from Dambulla to have a few days in the hill country. It was a delight, the views, the food, the house... read more the walks and of course Kandy. Sally and Jerry and Martin, Rani and Noni their staff, were so helpful and supportive, feeding us, advising on itineraries, recommending places and booking transport. A brilliant stay.

  Jungle Tide is such a beautiful and welcoming place located not far from Kandy. Sally and Jerry are such a sweet and attentive couple they’d do anything to make you... read more feel at home. The swimming pool is incredible and the garden is full of amazing creatures. Breakfast and dinner are delicious and always accommodate to anyone’s needs. Rooms are spacious, luminous and comfortable, also for families. They are always ready to help you organise your trip.

Hope to see you soon, all the best

James and Libe

  We spent a wonderful 4 nights at Jungle Tide and could have stayed longer. Jerry and Sally are fab hosts and we enjoyed delicious home cooked dinners each evening -... read more a mixture of Sri Lankan and Western meals - all excellent. The house is beautiful- it's light and airy and enjoys spectacular views of the beautiful surrounding countryside. We felt very much at home and appreciated the advice and tips that Jerry provided both during our holiday planning and whilst in Sri Lanka. Fantastic value for money - don't let the low price put you off - it's fab.

  We were a group of 5 persons and stayed 3 nights. Our hosts Sally and Gerry were very welcoming and kept us entertained. The food was a... read more mix of European and Sri Lankan. The cook is a star. We took 3 rooms and which were very comfortable. There are doors out to the veranda from each room overlooking the garden where you can see up to 40+ bird species. It was lovey to sit out on the veranda for early morning coffee or having drinks before dinner in the evening.

Their 2 dogs accompanied us on our daily walks. They seemed to have sensed which turn we would take and waited patiently until we actually took the turn. Then they would run ahead of us until we got to the next turn. Gerry gave us detailed directions for our different daily walks.

We all had a very relaxing 3 days and I look forward to my next stay. More

  I stayed with Sally and Jerry 2 times!
First at the start of my Sri Lanka trip and the second time at the end of my trip and for Christmas... read more party 🙂
About facilities everything that I expected as a tourist was provided,
Hospitality was excellent , food was extra ordinary and environment is super perfect specially for families and young ppl.
I'm sure their hotel, their farm and their hospitality is a thing that I will never forget .
Thanks Allot .
Reza

  Sally and Jerry are warm, welcoming and helpful hosts who have thought through every detail to ensure their guests are comfortable in their beautifully designed homestay. The meals cooked by... read more Ranni, were delicious, the beds comfortable, the rooms spacious, with attractive silk curtains and bed covers (I was in the green room with doors opening onto the verandah with spectacular views). I was pleasantly surprised to find a good size swimming pool so far up this remote hillside, with a shower-room and kitchen full of ice-creams and cold drinks. After the south and Galle, I found Jungle Tide to be a lovely, easy going, relaxing place to stay. Transport was on offer whenever I needed it and I much appreciated Michael, the driver, taking me back to the airport in the evening.

  I was exhausted with heat and travelling when I arrived at Jungle Tide. But the ease, comfort and warm welcome extended by Sally and Jerry revived me immediately. Our spacious... read more room opened on to a generous veranda with a breathtaking view of the mountains. The excellent meals, both western and Sri Lankan, were served in an informal family manner at once sociable and professional. Our charming hosts were entertaining and informative, and their hillside retreat a a jewel of relaxed good taste. Jungle Tide is a truly original spot created with love and commitment. I was sorry to leave, and hope to return.

  Sally and Jerry were very nice and careful hosts during our stay in Sri Lanka. We were a big group of 18 people in total (four families including 10 children).... read more Sally and Jerry made everything they could to make us feel at home. They cooked themselves amazing meals for us and shared discussions with us while keeping not intrusive. The villa is beautiful with a wonderful view on the surrounding mountains. The three nights we spent there were delightful and we warmly recommend this accomodation to any family or bigger group.