Taprobane Island was originally built in the 1920's by the romantically-named but self-styled Count de Mauny-Talvande. The island, with its neo palladian mansion, has played host to kings, queens, presidents, prime ministers, aristocracy, writers and eccentrics, giving it a very colorful history, which guests can now share.
The Island comprises two and a half acres of sheer tropical fantasy with nothing between it and the South Pole. Accommodation includes five en-suite bedrooms, with spacious living areas, balconies, verandahs, tropical gardens and a stunning infinity pool. A staff of five cater to your every need: In fact, we've noticed that rather than venturing out to explore the coast, our guests stay put on the island until their departure date, spending their entire time at Taprobane in luxury and service that is as discreet as it is
Sri Lanka’s only privately owned island. The No.1 address in the Indian Ocean.
“An impossibly romantic island villa eccentrically accessible only by wading through the sea.” Conde Nast Traveller
At Taprobane Island you have your own private chef to provide you with delicious tropical cuisine built around the freshest of local ingredients. Meals are predominantly seafood with an Asian influence, but our chefs are also brilliant at creating mouthwatering Sri Lankan curries and hoppers for which Sri Lankan cuisine is known. After discussing your menu requirements for the day, your chef and his staff will procure the food from local markets and local fisherman who have hauled in their catch overnight.
Once on Taprobane many guests find it hard to leave this dream-like island except to swim around it. The area however, does have some interesting sites, most of which can be done as day trips.
Tea Plantations - the area around Galle has quite a few lowland plantations and excursions can be arranged
Taprobane Island is located on Sri Lanka’s exotic south coast which is quietly becoming the Riviera of choice for the world’s most discerning and inquisitive travellers. Centrally located to the UN World Heritage site of Galle Fort, Buddhist temples, rainforests, lowland tea plantations, wildlife reserves and some of the most fabulous beaches in the Indian Ocean.
Taprobane Island sits just 200 yards off the Southern Coast in the centre of Weligama Bay - a 4 ½ hour drive south of Colombo’s International Airport or, for guests wishing to come by helicopter, a journey that takes less than one hour.
The Galle Literary Festival – Come and experience the literary festival in Galle. A 4 day program bringing the best Sri Lankan & international authors from around the world. The program will include cooking classes, writing workshops, keynote speakers, exhibitions and walking tours and much more.
Sinhala and Tamil New Year - The dawning of the traditional Sinhalese and Tamil New Year is celebrated with religious observances, preparation of sweetmeats, and the people engage themselves in traditional sports and cultural events.
Taprobane Island is located on Sri Lanka’s exotic south coast which is quietly becoming the Riviera of choice for the world’s most discerning and inquisitive travellers. Centrally located to the UN World Heritage site of Galle Fort, Buddhist temples, rainforests, lowland tea plantations, wildlife reserves and some of the most fabulous beaches in the Indian Ocean.
Taprobane Island sits just 200 yards off the Southern Coast in the centre of Weligama Bay - a 4 ½ hour drive south of Colombo’s International Airport or, for guests wishing to come by helicopter, a journey that takes less than one hour.
At the Sun House our staff will assist you plan your days so that you get the most out of your stay in Galle.
