Jetwing Kaduruketha
EARNS SPOT ON “THE TRAVEL GREEN LIST 2024”
Jetwing Kaduruketha, a pioneering agroeco luxury hotel that mirrors a traditional Sri Lankan village, has proudly earned a place on the Wanderlust Travel Green List 2024. This prestigious accolade underscores the resort’s steadfast commitment to sustainability and environmental conservation, establishing its position among the world’s foremost green destinations.
The Wanderlust Travel Green List 2024 is an annual recognition of exceptional sustainable travel efforts. It highlights realistic, impactful improvements in everyday practices, celebrating those who embrace sustainability. Evaluated by a panel of experts, entries are assessed on carbon reduction, local employment and education, and biodiversity support.
Featuring diverse global projects, the list aims to inspire travellers and communities to make powerful, positive changes for a sustainable future.
Set amidst lush paddy fields in the quiet village of Wellawaya, Jetwing Kaduruketha is an eco-resort that celebrates Sri Lanka’s traditional way of life. Guests enjoy curated experiences that celebrate local culture and the environment. Guided paddy walks, Sri Lankan culinary demonstrations with locally sourced ingredients, spice trails, and traditional fishing expeditions are just some of the enriching experiences on offer.
With a focus on reviving traditional heirloom rice varieties using organic and regenerative practices, the high-quality crops grown in the property’s 50-acre estate foster a healthy ecosystem by promoting biodiversity and mitigating climate change. Designed sustainably, Jetwing Kaduruketha reflects a traditional home garden, brimming with native and endemic plants. The property is a haven for diverse wildlife as well, including the elusive fishing cat, flying squirrel, baya weaver, and over 130 bird species, both native and migratory.
Going beyond environmental sustainability, the resort integrates socio-economic sustainability into its operations. Jetwing Kaduruketha collaborates with 30 farming families, providing them with seed money at the start of the cultivation season. Farmers are not required to repay this working capital post-harvest; instead, they share 50% of the harvest with the hotel while retaining the remainder for profit.