Discover how to create masks, bowls, lovely wood crafts and popular batik art. These workshops offer travellers the opportunity to learn traditional crafting techniques. Pinnawala Elephant Dung Paper Factory is famous for recycling elephant dung into sustainable handmade paper. The fibres are cleaned, boiled and processed to produce exquisite handcrafted paper goods. This is a year-round activity.

Volunteer and take part in community development activities in rural villages like Anuradhapura or Sigiriya to assist the locals with sustainable projects. Between November and March during the dry season is the best time to volunteer. The climate makes it possible to work with local businesses and pursue outdoor hobbies.