10D / 9N
SOUTHERN ASIA · COUNTRY GUIDE
Escape to? Sri Lanka
Tea-clad highlands, ancient capitals, leopard country and Indian Ocean beaches fit within a compact island.
Planned and run by us
Curated Sri Lanka Packages
8 trips we run ourselves. Each one is a starting point — your trip manager moves the days, hotels and pace until it reads like your trip.
10D / 9N
10D / 9N
The Best of Sri Lanka
Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Bentota Runs Jan–Dec
8D / 7N
Magical Sri Lanka
Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Bentota Runs Jan–Dec
8D / 7N
Stunning Sri lanka
Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Bentota Runs Jan–Dec
7D / 6N
Mesmerizing Sri Lanka
Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Bentota Runs Jan–Dec
6D / 5N
Honeymoon in Sri Lanka
Colombo · Kandy · Bentota Runs Jan–Dec
6D / 5N
Highlights of Sri Lanka
Kandy · Bentota · Colombo Runs Jan–Dec
5D / 4N
Sri Lanka at a Glance
Kandy · Bentota · Colombo Runs Jan–DecVisa Information
What we have checked against an official source, with the date we checked it. Your trip manager files the paperwork for you.
- Visa type
- ETA, tourist, double entry
- Length of stay
- 30 days
- Government fee
- Free for Indian passports, since 25 May 2026
- Apply from
- Anywhere, fully online at eta.gov.lk
Checked August 18, 2026 · Department of Immigration and Emigration, Sri Lanka
- A jpg of your passport data page
- Your passport and personal details exactly as printed
- An email address you check
The ETA has to be approved before you travel — it is not issued at the airport. The second entry uses whatever is left of the 30 days.
When to Go
Pick a month. Weather is typical for the time of year; price and availability are our own departures, not a market forecast.
Dry weather favours Colombo, the hill country and south coast; the northeast remains wetter.
November to September is the broad travel window, but the best coast depends on the monsoon. January averages 27°C with 124mm of rain; March reaches 32°C with 88mm. June through August is comparatively dry nationally, averaging 32–57mm monthly. October is the clearest month to avoid for an all-island route, averaging 256mm, while November and December remain wetter transition months.
Where to Go
Colombo supplies contemporary energy; the Cultural Triangle holds the early capitals; Kandy and Hill Country rise inland; the South Coast and southeast bring forts, beaches and wildlife.
Food & Culture
A single route can pair Sigiriya at sunrise, the Kandy–Ella railway, Yala safaris, Galle Fort walks and several quiet days beside the Indian Ocean.
Rice and curry
Across Sri LankaA central rice plate arrives with several vegetable, lentil, fish or meat curries and sambols.
Hoppers
ColomboBowl-shaped fermented rice pancakes are served plain, with an egg, or alongside seeni sambol.
Kottu roti
ColomboChopped flatbread is griddle-fried with vegetables, egg or meat using rhythmic metal blades.
Jaffna crab curry
Northern Sri LankaRoasted spices, coconut and tamarind give this northern crab curry its concentrated heat and acidity.
Lamprais
ColomboSri Lanka’s Burgher community developed this banana-leaf parcel of rice, meat curry, sambol and cutlets.
Ambul thiyal
South CoastTuna is cooked with black pepper and goraka until the sour spice mixture becomes nearly dry.
- Cover shoulders and knees, then remove footwear and hats before entering Buddhist temples.
- Walk clockwise around stupas and other sacred Buddhist objects.
- Use the right hand when giving money, food or small objects.
- Ask permission before photographing monks, worshippers or religious ceremonies.
What It Costs
Move the days, pick a comfort level, and see a realistic per-person number before you talk to us. Based on the 8 trips we currently run to Sri Lanka.
Know Before You Go
The practical half of the trip, in short answers — each one checked against an official source before we publish it.
Packing
Light, breathable clothing for tropical heat, Modest clothing covering shoulders and knees for temples, Comfortable shoes with reliable grip, Prescription medicines in original packaging, Passport, ETA approval and travel insurance documents, Universal adapter supporting Type D, G and M plugs, and Sunscreen, insect repellent and reusable water bottle.
Sri Lanka FAQs
When is the best time to visit Sri Lanka?
December to March suits Colombo, the hills and south coast. May to September is better for the east coast and Cultural Triangle.
Do Indian passport holders need a visa?
Indian passport holders need a tourist ETA before travel. The fee is currently waived, but confirm on Sri Lanka’s official ETA website.
Which languages are commonly spoken?
Sinhala and Tamil are official languages. English is widely understood in hotels, visitor sites and major transport hubs.
Is Sri Lanka safe for travellers?
Most visits are trouble-free. Watch for petty theft, avoid political gatherings, respect swimming warnings and never approach wild elephants.
What clothing should be packed?
Pack light clothing, rain protection and modest temple wear covering shoulders and knees. Add a warm layer for Nuwara Eliya and Ella.
What should travellers do in an emergency?
Call 119 for police, 110 for fire services or 1990 for the Suwa Seriya ambulance service. Tourism assistance is available on 1912.