Fishing with Gune

© Chloe Massey Photography,  Talib Saleh Photography

Meet Gune, one of the most iconic persons I have ever met. Gune lives in a small beach village on the South Coast of Sri Lanka. He makes a living with different types of fishing If he is not going out on a boat at 4 am in the morning, he is stilt fishing. Stilt fishing is an old custom in Sri Lanka. As you probably have seen on pictures, men in colourful sarongs sit on wooden poles and fish with a fishing rod. It makes a beautiful picture and the local fishermen are happy for you to take one in exchange for some Rupees. However, why not try it yourself and get your own stilt fishing photo. It is actually a very mind freeing and authentic experience and with Gune around you will feel very safe as he knows the ocean inside out. Only thing is, your bum might hurt after a while. But hey the beautiful picture in the end will be worth it. I did it a couple of times now and had a great fresh fish barbecue after at Gune's house. Just contact Hangtime Hostel for more information and they will be able to hook you up. 

Check out this new video...Sri Lanka is truly a little paradise and worth a journey so find a good flight deal, pack your bags, explore Sri Lanka and drop by at Hangtime Hostel !

Hangtime Hostel

It's been a while and Hangtime is officially open since nearly five months now. Times have been crazy but good and full of awesome people with interesting travel stories and adventures to tell.

Are you planning to travel to Sri Lanka?

NO--> Do it!

Yes--> Come to Weligama and check out Hangtime!

Photos give you a first impression of a place on one of Sri Lanka's stunning beaches where you can allow your soul to dangle..

Opening and blessing

Today we had our monk blessing ceremony at six in the morning. It was a very special moment for everyone involved and we hope that Buddha will make us smile from now on.

We are proud to announce that Hangtime Hostel opened its doors! We hope to see many happy people at the big opening event 19th of December 2015!!! 

How about some beers on the beach while watching a sunset like that? Sri Lanka has breathtaking sunsets...come and check them out!!

Toys Toys Toys

Found a paradise for kids the other day... all wooden and handmade. We are getting our sign made here so everyone can find us easily!

Opening soon...

Not even a month until opening..There is still a lot to do but a lot has been done as well in the last weeks. Hangtime Hostel is looking more and more like a place to be every day..

Water feature is set up, passion fruit plants are growing, foot baths are in front of every room, outside shower is  ready to use, and first beds are up, equipped with very comfy pillows, waiting for their first guests.

We are positive that our doors can be open by first of December!!

Went fishing with the locals at 4 am in the morning ...came home six hours later with zero fish...

Awesome experience though.

Hats off to all fishermen!

Trip To Galle

It is only a 30 min drive from Weligama to Galle and it's definitely worth a day trip...In Galle a tropical setting melds with classic architecture. Have look at old dutch-colonial buildings, walk the Fort walls at dusk, and enjoy all the little shops and Cafés around. If you need some little gifts to bring home you will definitely find something here (check barefoot and salt)!

If you want a little bit of craziness watch the cliff jumpers near the lighthouse!

Just listen to the bus drivers jelling out Gaaaar-lee Gaaaar-lee Gaaar-lee and you will make your way there!

Roofing

Its progressing...at least one side of Hangtime Hostel stays dry now

Not long until opening but we can do it!

It's autumn (at least in the Nordic Hemisphere) cold, windy and rainy...I don't know about you but I would love to pack my bags and disappear to this little piece of paradise for a bit. Feel the sun on my skin and set those endorphins free..

nice and sunny today.....

I need to share this...the sunset at this beach is just incredible!!

You won't have to deal with that... No need to carry your board as we are going to be right on the beach!!

The local Artist Vish just finished our first two rooms.....check it out, it looks amazing!!!

Wish I had this in my room!!

Udawalawe National Park

Just 100 kms far away from Weligama is the Udawalawe National Park....You maybe won't see something like this but you definitely will see heaps of elephants!! You should go early in the morning!

Rainy Rainforest

Only two hours far away from Weligama you can visit a UNESCO - World Heritage , the Sinharaja Rainforest. You can visit tea plantations, swim in waterfalls and just enjoy the breathtaking nature. It is so relaxing and the perfect place if you need a break and to clear your mind.

Dogs Dogs Dogs

You will make many dog friends wherever you go....just keep in mind that it is sometimes better to not get too close...

Tiki Lunch

How about having lunch while looking out to this?

We just went to this awesome little place, no less than five minutes Tuk Tuk drive away from the future hostel. If you look closely, you can even see our rooftop (note; it is just a little bit left of the ugly Massive Marriot Mess). Tiki Bar is o local run Bar and Restaurant, serving up delicious local delicacies cooked by the mum of the owner. You definitely need to try it out, the food is great...the view is breathtaking.