Sri Lanka visa and entry requirements
A practical overview of tourist entry, documents and official sources. Verify current requirements before departure.
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Sri Lanka travel information
Practical, clearly organised guidance for preparing a Sri Lanka trip and travelling around the island.
Extending a Sri Lanka tourist visa
How to prepare for a longer stay and verify the current extension procedure.
Read guide →Sri Lankan rupee exchange rate and money guide
An indicative USD to LKR rate and practical advice for handling money.
Read guide →Transport in Sri Lanka
Compare trains, buses, taxis and private transfers for journeys around the island.
Read guide →Trains in Sri Lanka: tickets, classes and routes
A practical guide to reserved and unreserved travel, booking and popular railway journeys.
Read guide →Buses in Sri Lanka: a traveller’s guide
How public and private buses work, where to board and what to expect with luggage.
Read guide →Travel routes around Sri Lanka
Compare train, bus, taxi and private transfer options between popular destinations.
Read guide →Sri Lanka weather and the best time to visit
Sri Lanka has regional weather patterns, so the best coast depends on the month and your plans.
Read guide →Best beaches in Sri Lanka
Choose a beach for swimming, surfing, family travel, nightlife or a quieter long stay.
Read guide →Surfing in Sri Lanka: seasons and regions
Compare the south coast and Arugam Bay seasons, from beginner beaches to reef breaks.
Read guide →Sri Lankan fruit and seasonal produce
A guide to tropical fruit, flavours, market shopping and approximate seasonality.
Read guide →Sri Lankan food: what to try
An introduction to rice and curry, hoppers, kottu, seafood and everyday eating.
Read guide →Restaurants in Sri Lanka
How to choose restaurants and find good local food around the island’s main resorts.
Read guide →SIM cards and internet in Sri Lanka
A straightforward guide to mobile connectivity, tourist SIMs and staying online.
Read guide →Sri Lanka cities and beach resorts
Compare the island’s southern and south-western bases before choosing where to stay.
Read guide →Practical information for Sri Lanka travel
Useful preparation covering health, money, connectivity, transport and everyday travel.
Read guide →Travel insurance, hospitals and emergency care in Sri Lanka
What to check in your policy, how to contact assistance and where to verify emergency services.
Read guide →Medicines and pharmacies in Sri Lanka
How to search by active ingredient, prepare a travel first-aid kit and carry personal medication.
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