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Sri Lanka Tours & Trips
44 Sri Lanka trips. Tours from 11 tour companies. 851 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating.
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By Contiki
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Why we love them
Their trips create life-long memories for young people setting off to discover the world.
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviewsLodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Highlights
- 10 Breakfast (B)
- 1 Lunch (L)
- 2 Dinner (D)
11 days$155 / day
By Contiki
preferred
Why we love them
Their trips create life-long memories for young people setting off to discover the world.
4.7/5 Excellent
100+ reviewsLodging level
Standard - 3 star
Highlights
Say Ayubowan to Southeast Asia's gem, Sri Lanka. This nostalgic adventure is going to take you all over - from national parks to beaches to ancient fortresses and temples, we’ve squeezed in all the highlights & a few lesser-known secrets to create the perfect 11-day trip with 35-45s from around the world. With hand-picked inclusions and extra free time add-ons, his trip delivers the best Sri Lanka has to offer.
11 days$223 / day
By National Geographic Expeditions
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3.5/5 Great
30 reviewsLodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Highlights
- See the world withNational Geographic Explorer-in-ResidenceDr. Spencer Wells
- Travel in a privateBoeing 757 jet
- Go off the beaten path to discover some of the most incrediblelegacies of legendary civilizations
24 days$2,831 / day
5/5 Excellent
14 reviewsLodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Highlights
- Search for abundant wildlife on a Yala National Park expedition, which boasts Asia’s largest concentration of leopards, along with Asian elephants, spotted deer, and over 200 species of birds.
- A hallmark of any Sri Lanka tour, discover the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Sigiriya, an ancient palace and fortress built atop a huge granite monolith; the monumental ruins in Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka’s medieval capital; and the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy, a significant site of pilgrimage for Buddhists.
- Enjoy whale-watching cruises off the southern coast, one of the best places in the world to view blue whales.
19 days$552 / day
4.1/5 Great
100+ reviewsLodging level
Standard - 3 star
Highlights
- UNESCO Lion Rock of Sigiriya & Cave Temple in Dambulla
- Temple of Tooth
- Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya
8 days$399 / day
4.1/5 Great
100+ reviewsLodging level
Standard - 3 star
Highlights
- UNESCO Lion Rock of Sigiriya & Cave Temple in Dambulla
- Temple of Tooth
- Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya
11 days$465 / day
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Highlands of Sri Lanka
Good walking and sight seeing and experience of Sri Lanka. Adequate/good hotels. Seeing the leopard in Yala national park. Staying in tea plantation bungalow. Walk ...
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Highlands of Sri Lanka
A thoroughly enjoyable group tour of the southern half of Sri Lanka. Highlights included an overnight ascent of Adam's Peak and whale watching off the south coast....
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Highlands of Sri Lanka walking tour
Two weeks walking tour in Sri Lank. through cultural hotspots, mountain ranges, tea plantations, national parks. An excellent programme for a first discovery of th...
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Highlands of Sri Lanka
A wonderful experience in a beautiful country. The welcoming smiles of the Sri Lankan people. Sujee was excellent - caring, helpful and knowledgeable with a passio...
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Great trip!
A thoroughly enjoyable and well planned trip. Our guide Sujan was great. Hotels of good standard. Good bunch of people. Seeing the devotion of old people climbin...
Sri Lanka Tour Selection Trips
- Sri Lanka is so rich in attractions that you’ll need to allow at least a week to tour the major sites.
- If you have a specialized interest in archaeology, history, birding, or the production of tea, gems, or spices, you can find tours that emphasize or include those activities and more.
- Sri Lanka offers a surprising number of adventure travel tour opportunities, such as whitewater rafting, mountain biking, hiking, Scuba diving, and wildlife safaris.
- Some tours combine Sri Lanka with extensions to Kerala in southern India, which is just a 45-minute flight from Colombo.
- While you’ll need to pack light tropical-weight clothing for most of your stay, the air in the highlands is much cooler, so bring a jacket or sweater as well.
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Where is Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka is an island country in southern Asia. Sri Lanka sits in the Indian ocean, off the south-eastern coast of India.
What is the Weather like in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has pretty ideal weather year round, if you’re looking for a warm getaway. The key to this is knowing what side of the island to visit at what time of the year.
The summer months (from about May to September) are a great time to visit the eastern and northern regions of the country if you want dry and sunny weather. This is when the west and south gets hit with rain.
The opposite is true for the winter. October through February brings sunny and dry weather to the west and south, and the eastern and northern part of the country gets hit with monsoon season. Though October-mid November brings questionable weather across Sri Lanka, with the possibility of rain and thunderstorms.
You can expect anywhere from upper 60s to low 80s depending on the time of the year and where you are visiting in Sri Lanka. Colombo sits on the western coast and averages upper 80s (Fahrenheit, about 30 degrees C) year round. Colombo is often a hot, wet, and humid city, with abundant rainfall in the spring and fall. Kandy is pretty central on the island, averaging temperatures in the mid-upper 70s year round.
Who will enjoy traveling in Sri Lanka?
Anyone who loves beautiful nature, warm weather, wildlife, and awesome food will enjoy a trip to Sri Lanka. Dive with blue whales, watch dolphins leap through the water or visit one of the many national parks to get some incredible animal experiences.
One of the highlights of Sri Lanka is the wildlife. Sri Lanka has the biggest concentration of leopards in the world, there are opportunities to see wild elephants migrate, and other wildlife opportunities when visiting Sri Lanka.
Many people love to visit Sri Lanka for the religious and cultural experience. The country is filled with temples and history, and the annual festivals are a great way to experience Sri Lankan culture. Sri Lankans are friendly and genuine, and love to engage with conversation.
Scenic opportunities are everywhere in Sri Lanka. Enjoy the beautiful beaches on the coast of Sri Lanka, or take a train throughout the country. Sri Lanka is home to one of the most scenic train rides in the world, between Ella and Kandy. Spend seven hours on the train riding through the luscious green landscapes, through tea plantations, waterfalls, local villages and gorgeous mountain views.
Train rides are so popular among both tourists and locals, it’s almost an attraction itself! Because of the small size of the country, it’s easy to travel between landscapes of beaches to mountains to rainforest within a few hours. Sri Lanka is fairly affordable as well. There are few places that match the scenery and experiences that Sri Lanka offers, and there will always be something for everyone in the group.
Packing list for Sri Lanka
Beyond the essentials (passports, money, adaptors, etc.), many people are curious what to pack on a trip to Sri Lanka. Especially if you’re traveling around the whole island, there’s an opportunity to run into rain.
A lightweight rain jacket should be packed to keep you dry. Sunscreen and mosquito repellent are two more must pack items. If you forget, these items are purchasable once you touch down in Sri Lanka, but it’s good to be prepared and not have to spend time searching.
Sunscreen is important to protect the skin from the sun, and other forms of sun protection, such as sunglasses and a sun hat, are good items to pack as well.
In Sri Lanka, many places such as shops, cafes, and temples, require for shoes to be off, so slip-on sandals are recommended for easy removal. Sarongs are also recommended, as they are extremely versatile! Whether you need a towel, a scarf, a skirt, or a cover up, a sarong can do the trick.
Is Sri Lanka safe?
As of September 2019, yes, Sri Lanka is safe for travelers. A 30-year long civil war ended in 2009, which before, kept tourists away. Since the end of the war, tourism has be inclining and rebuilding, increasing the number of visitors each year. Investments have been made to accommodate the growing number of tourists every year.
There has been some terrorist attacks in recent years, which is why the U.S. government has marked Sri Lanka as a travel 2 advisory, meaning exercise with increased caution. As long as travelers use common sense and stay alert, most of the travel within Sri Lanka is safe for tourists.
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