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Welcome to the teardrop-shaped island called Sri Lanka, where vibrant culture, lush landscapes, and ancient wonders combine. Nestled in the Indian Ocean, off the southern coast of India, Sri Lanka is a gem waiting to be discovered. This island has everything your heart desired: from its pristine beaches and verdant tea plantations to its centuries-old temples and wildlife-rich national parks. 

Continent

Asia

Language

Sinhala
Tamil

Currency

Sri Lankn Rupee = LKR
1 euro = 335 LKR
1 dollar = 310 LKR

Capital

Colombo

Habitants

22 million

Best time to visit

The best time to visit Sri Lanka largely depends on the specific regions and activities you’re interested in, as the island experiences varied climatic conditions throughout the year. Generally, Sri Lanka has two primary monsoon seasons, which are the dry and the monsoon season. As it’s still a tropical country, it’s best to expect the unexpected. However, the peak season is between December and April.

South-West monsoon

May - August and September - November

This monsoon hits the south and west coast the most between this period. During these months, the weather can be somewhat unpredictable, with intermittent rainfall and occasional thunderstorms. However, this time can still be a good opportunity to visit certain regions, such as the east coast, which experiences its dry season during these months. 

North-East monsoon

November - January

The other monsoon is between November and January and effect the north and east coast the most. This period, particularly from December to February, is considered the best time to visit most parts of Sri Lanka, including popular tourist destinations like the west and south coasts, the Cultural Triangle (Sigiriya, Dambulla, Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa), and the Hill Country (Nuwara Eliya, Ella, Kandy). 

Practical information

Do you need a passport?

You’ll need to have a valid passport to enter Sri Lanka. 

Do you need a visum?

You will need a visum to enter the country (click here to apply for one)

What plugs do Sri Lanka use?

Sri Lanka uses power plug sockets that are of type C or type D. The standard voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50 Hz.

Can you use dataroaming in Sri Lanka?

It’s best to buy a local sim card at the airport so you don’t get overwhelmed without internet in the big cities. Or you can buy an e-sim beforehand.

Can you use your credit card/visa everywhere?

No, it’s quite important to have cash with you all the time as at some places, as they don’t accept card at most entrances. There are a lot of ATM’s around the cities tho, but it’s important to get cash. 

Is Sri Lanka safe?

The first question I got when I mentioned I will travel to Sri Lanka was, ‘Is it safe to travel there?’. Of course, people are concerned about your safety, but believe me when I tell you that I felt completely safe in Sri Lanka! The people were so friendly and they always went out of their way to help us. But it goes without warning that you still need to be wary, especially in the big cities. Also, know that a lot of people try to scam you in all kind of different ways. But if you are aware of your valuables and your surroundings, and you will be fine.

Is it easy to take public transportation in Sri Lanka?

As most things in Sri Lanka, public transportation can be very chaotic! But there are a lot of buses and trains that run from city to city. And if you’re not comfortable with that, you can always opt for booking a private driver. They are easy to find if you just ask your hotel!

What is the budget for Sri Lanka?

Sri Lanka is a very cheap country! You can eat for not that much and the attractions are also not that expensive comparing to other countries. So it’s the perfect country if you want to do a budget trip!

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