Off the coast of India, Sri Lanka is an eco-island of tropical beaches, spectacular wildlife and an enthralling history of British rule. Buddhist temples rub shoulders with lush tea plantations and trekkers revel amongst historic ruins and forest reserves.
Sri Lanka's beaches compete with the best, but the island's open secret is its inspiring scope for adventure. Our guided tours showcase Sri Lanka's astonishing scenery, ancient relics, diverse wildlife, warm-hearted people, mouth-watering cuisine and pulsing local culture.
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Essential information for Sri Lanka
Yes. You will need a visa to enter Sri Lanka. You can get a short stay visa online at www.eta.gov.lk Tourist visas are normally issued for a maximum period of 30 days.
The country enjoys near-perfect weather all the year round, with average temperatures hovering around 30° (86° F) in the coastal areas, but much cooler at around 19° (67° F) up in the hills that are central to the island. The mountains create rainy seasons at differing times to other parts of the island.
There’s an island off the coast of India where ancient Buddhist relics lie enshrined by the forest, rainforests are dotted with exotic flowers and incredible wildlife and bustling fish markets line the spectacular coastlines. Welcome to Sri Lanka.
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