Aitken Spence Travels partnered with The Pekoe Trail Organisation (TPTO) as an official Premium Partner in supporting to sustain the Pekoe Trail. This marks a significant milestone in supporting the preservation of the iconic Pekoe Trail, a world-class, long-distance hiking route that stands as an ecological wonder for Sri Lanka. The partnership underscores Aitken Spence Travels commitment to sustainable tourism and conserving the counties unique tourism treasures such as the Pekoe Trail.
The Pekoe Trail, spanning more than 300 kilometers and encompassing 22 stages, weaves through Sri Lanka’s picturesque central hills, offering breathtaking landscapes and an unforgettable hiking journey through the island’s serene hill country. The trail was featured in National Geographic’s “Best of the World 2024” edition as one of the “Top 20 Travel Experiences for 2024”.
As a Premium Partner, Aitken Spence Travels actively supports The Pekoe Trail Organisation (TPTO) in the maintenance and development of the trail, ensuring its accessibility for both local and international hikers. This partnership also highlights the broader impact of the trail on empowering local communities, fostering eco-friendly tourism practices, and showcasing Sri Lanka as a destination rich in natural beauty.
Aitken Spence Travels also recently supported the TPTO’s record-breaking fund raiser hike to support preserve the Pekoe Trail. The hike was led by Michelle Pinkowski and Ayesh Buddhika. The duo completed the entire trail (22 stages and more than 300km) in a record breaking 10 days, a feat designed to raise awareness and funds for the trail’s conservation. Their extraordinary effort spotlighted the Pekoe Trail’s iconic beauty while emphasizing the importance of its preservation as a national treasure.
The partnership between Aitken Spence Travels and The Pekoe Trail Organisation underscores a collective commitment to ensuring the long-term sustainability of the iconic Pekoe Trail, inspiring the community to actively support its preservation as a vital ecological treasure.
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