The tropical teardrop island at the toe of India, Sri Lanka is one of the most exotic and beautiful islands in the world - with mystical ancient cities, thick jungle, miles of palm-fringed beaches, a unique culture and warm and friendly people. Your 11 day "Sri Lankan Discovery" tour is aimed at geography students but relevant to all students who wish to immerse themselves in a heritage which harks back to the beginning of time. To explore ancient kingdoms: ascend dramatic mountains; experience exotic wildlife and pay homage to 2500 years of Buddhist civilisation.
Subject Focus:
• KS 3-5 The development of tourism in a politically unstable country.
• KS 3-5 Concepts of sustainable development.
• KS 3-5 Primate conservation projects.
• KS 3-5 The constraints and development of economic trade and industry.
• KS 3-5 Case study: The challenges facing the people of Sri Lanka.
Student Outcomes:
• Develop life skills and leadership qualities whilst trekking.
• Experience, first-hand, conservation work to protect primates and the challenges faced by the researchers running the project.
• Contribute to an underprivileged community.
• Understand the impact of colonialism upon Sri Lanka's development.
It makes a huge difference as a busy teacher to have people on the other end of the phone who always seem to be so helpful with solving the inevitable problems that arise in the organisation of such trips. 
