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Escape to? Sri Lanka

Tea-clad highlands, ancient capitals, leopard country and Indian Ocean beaches fit within a compact island.

Plan my trip Visa in 3 minutes Packages from ₹38,601.25 · 5D / 4N
Visa ETA, tourist, double entry 30 days
Currency LKR
Best season Nov – Sep
Time zone GMT +5.5

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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

The Finest of Sri Lanka

Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Bentota Runs Jan–Dec
from ₹93,100 Per person on two sharing Details
10D / 9N

The Best of Sri Lanka

Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Bentota Runs Jan–Dec
from ₹82,305 Per person on two sharing Details
8D / 7N

Magical Sri Lanka

Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Bentota Runs Jan–Dec
from ₹61,187.50 Per person on two sharing Details
8D / 7N

Stunning Sri lanka

Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Bentota Runs Jan–Dec
from ₹61,832.50 Per person on two sharing Details
7D / 6N

Mesmerizing Sri Lanka

Kandy · Nuwara Eliya · Bentota Runs Jan–Dec
from ₹53,697.50 Per person on two sharing Details
6D / 5N

Honeymoon in Sri Lanka

Colombo · Kandy · Bentota Runs Jan–Dec
from ₹49,492.50 Per person on two sharing Details
6D / 5N

Highlights of Sri Lanka

Kandy · Bentota · Colombo Runs Jan–Dec
from ₹44,116.25 Per person on two sharing Details
5D / 4N

Sri Lanka at a Glance

Kandy · Bentota · Colombo Runs Jan–Dec
from ₹38,601.25 Per person on two sharing Details

Visa Information

What we have checked against an official source, with the date we checked it. Your trip manager files the paperwork for you.

The essentials
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

What you’ll send us
  • 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.

Colombo THE WESTERN GATEWAY
Excellent
27°C
Day high
124mm
Rainfall
Cultural Triangle THE ANCIENT HEARTLAND
Excellent
27°C
Day high
124mm
Rainfall
Hill Country THE CENTRAL HIGHLANDS
Excellent
27°C
Day high
124mm
Rainfall

Dry weather favours Colombo, the hill country and south coast; the northeast remains wetter.

A long travel window shaped by two monsoons

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 Lanka

A central rice plate arrives with several vegetable, lentil, fish or meat curries and sambols.

Hoppers

Colombo

Bowl-shaped fermented rice pancakes are served plain, with an egg, or alongside seeni sambol.

Kottu roti

Colombo

Chopped flatbread is griddle-fried with vegetables, egg or meat using rhythmic metal blades.

Jaffna crab curry

Northern Sri Lanka

Roasted spices, coconut and tamarind give this northern crab curry its concentrated heat and acidity.

Lamprais

Colombo

Sri Lanka’s Burgher community developed this banana-leaf parcel of rice, meat curry, sambol and cutlets.

Ambul thiyal

South Coast

Tuna 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.

Length of trip 8 days · 7 nights
4 days16 days
Comfort level
Estimated, per person
Get an exact quote

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.

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