Where to go? Destinations Sri Lanka

Discovering Sri Lanka, this island in south-east India with spicy fragrances ...

Drop of water' off India, the country of Ceylon evokes tea plantations, green landscapes, deep jungles and beaches lined with coconut trees. Like Pandora's Box, Sri Lanka jealously hides ancient mysterious cities and majestic Buddhist temples. Nature, ubiquitous, is home to thousands of elephants. Let yourself be enchanted by the sweet atmosphere of Sri Lanka. You will quickly understand why Marco Polo fell in love with it.

You will love :

  • Walking the city of Arunadhapura by bike
  • Relax on the beaches of Mirissa
  • Photographing elephants in the parks of Minneriya and Kaudulla
  • Awaken your Buddhist soul in the caves of Dambulla
  • Wander the streets of the tumultuous city of Colombo
  • Take the old train that connects Colombo to Kandy and contemplate the landscapes
  • Visit a tea plantation
  • Take a safari in 'Little Africa', Yala National Park
  • Enjoy the freshness of Uda Walawe National Park
  • Take yourself for Indiana Jones in the ruins of Polonnaruwa

What to do in Sri Lanka?

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Before getting in Sri Lanka

  • Infos
  • Driving
  • Languages
  • Security level

    Niveau: 2. Show great caution.

    Visa and passport

    See Embassy recommendations

    Vaccines and health

    Depending on the region and duration of your stay, you should protect yourself against: Yellow fever, Hépatithe A Typohoide, Japanese encephalitis, Hépathite B, Rabies, Malaria

    Currency / Exchange rate

    Currrency : Sri Lanka Rupee (LKR)

    Electrical outlets

    Voltage : 230 V
    Frequency : 50 Hz
    Plug : Type D / G / M
    Power outlet : Type D / G / M

    Local time / Capital

    Colombo
    GMT+05:30

    Road infrastructure

    The country has a good road infrastructure. You will not have unpleasant surprises.

    Driving direction

    Driving is on the left.

    Renting an SUV / 4x4?

    To enjoy your stay and explore all areas, we recommend to rent a 4x4

    Speed limitations

    In town : 50 km/h. Out of town : 70 km/h. Check for road signs.

    Alcohol

    Unexperienced drivers : 0.08 g/dl. Experienced drivers : 0.08 g/dl. For your own safety, you should not drink. (Regulations evolve quickly, find out before driving)

    English level

    Depending on the region, it will be difficult to be understood but don't worry the tourism staff is often bilingual.

    Spoken languages

    Sinhala (official language) 74%, Tamil (language) 18% Other 8%

    Phone code

    94

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