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Latest storyLight clothes, one warm layer, a rain jacket and a temple outfit cover most Sri Lanka trips. Here is exactly what to pack for the beaches, hill country, temples and safaris, season by season.
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Backpacker, mid-range and luxury daily budgets for Sri Lanka in 2026, with current prices for hotels, food, trains, drivers, safaris and entry fees, plus a sample week for two.
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Since May 2026, travellers from 40 countries get a free 30-day Sri Lanka tourist ETA, but you still have to apply. Here's who qualifies, what others pay, and how to apply step by step on the official site.
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December is dry season on Sri Lanka's south and west coasts and wet season in the east and north. Here's the weather by region, the December 2026 holidays, the Adam's Peak season and where to go.
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Sri Lanka has two monsoons that hit opposite coasts at different times, so somewhere on the island is dry every month. Here is when to go, region by region and month by month.
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The direct Kandy to Ella train is paused while the line is repaired, but the most scenic stretch is running again. Here's how to do the trip in 2026, step by step.
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The 10 best things to do in Jaffna and northern Sri Lanka, from Nallur temple and the island ferries to Jaffna crab curry, with 2026 transport and a 3-day plan.
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From hidden gems to bucket-list destinations, our destination guides will take you on a journey across the world. Whether you’re planning a European escape, an Asian adventure, or an African safari, we provide expert tips, must-visit spots, and travel itineraries to make your trip unforgettable. 🌎✨
From rice and curry and egg hoppers to kottu, lamprais and watalappan: the 12 Sri Lankan dishes every visitor should try, with tips on spice, eating and where to go.
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Combine Sri Lanka's temples, tea country and trains with a Maldives overwater villa: the best order, how to split your nights, flights from Colombo and 2026 entry rules.
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The 10 best places in Sri Lanka's hill country, from Ella and Nuwara Eliya to Horton Plains and Adam's Peak, with 2026 train status, fees and a 5-day route.
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The 9 best places on Sri Lanka's south coast, from Galle Fort and Unawatuna to Mirissa's whales and Rekawa's turtles, with when to go and a 4-day route.
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We test the routes, count the costs and share what actually worked, from first-timer itineraries to solo trips on a shoestring.
