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Planning
When to visit Sri Lanka, explained simply. How the two monsoons work, the best months for the south and west coast vs the east coast, hill country, safaris and whales.
Practical
How to get around Sri Lanka as a visitor. Trains, private drivers, tuk tuks, buses and ride-hailing apps compared, with honest tips on cost, comfort and time.
An honest local view on safety in Sri Lanka for tourists. Common scams, road safety, the sea, solo and female travellers, health and how to stay safe without worrying.
Itineraries
Realistic Sri Lanka itineraries for 7, 10 and 14 days, with travel times that work in real life. Culture, hill country, safari and beaches, planned by locals.
What you need to enter Sri Lanka and what to do when you land. Visa and ETA basics, the airport, getting cash, buying a SIM card and getting to your first hotel.
Beaches & surf
Which Sri Lanka beaches are in season when. South and west coast in winter, east coast in summer, and the best beach for families, surfers and couples.
Culture
How to plan the Cultural Triangle: which ancient sites to see, in what order, where to base yourself and how many days you need.
Journeys
How to ride the Kandy to Ella train, one of the most scenic railway journeys in the world. Booking tickets, classes, which side to sit on, timings and honest tips.
Nature
Hiking the Pekoe Trail, a long-distance walking route through Sri Lanka's tea country. Stages, best time, how to plan sections and where to stay.
Wildlife
Which Sri Lanka safari park to choose: Yala for leopards, Udawalawe for elephants, Minneriya for the elephant gathering. Seasons, tips and ethics.
Where to surf in Sri Lanka by season: Weligama and Hiriketiya on the south coast, Arugam Bay on the east. Lessons, boards and tips.
A guide to Sri Lanka's tea country around Nuwara Eliya, Hatton, Haputale and Ella. Factory visits, estate bungalows and the best viewpoints.
Where and when to see blue whales in Sri Lanka. Mirissa in winter, Trincomalee in summer, and how to choose a responsible tour.