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Sri Lanka Travel Tips | Your Complete Guide

Welcome to Sri Lanka – a tropical paradise where golden beaches, misty mountains, lush rainforests, and vibrant culture come together. Before you start exploring, here are essential Sri Lanka travel tips to make your journey safe, enjoyable, and unforgettable.
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01

Adapters & Power

  • Sri Lanka uses Type D, M, and G sockets.
  • Voltage: 230V.
  • Hotels often have UK-style plugs, but we recommend a universal adapter.

👉 Pro Tip: Carry a small power strip if you travel with multiple gadgets.

02

Airport & Arrival

  • Main entry: Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) – 35 km from Colombo, 6 km from Negombo.
  • Domestic flights are available to Nuwara Eliya, Jaffna, Batticaloa, and Arugam Bay – perfect for saving time in 2025 when roads get busy.
03

Alcohol & Poya Days

  • Wine shops mainly sell beer, arrack, and spirits (not much actual wine).
  • Supermarkets offer better international selections.
  • Poya Days (Full Moon) = no alcohol sales island-wide.

👉 Solution: Buy your drinks one day before Poya.

04

Sri Lankan Food – A Must Try

Sri Lankan cuisine is trending worldwide – and here, you get the real thing:

  • Rice & Curry – spicy, hearty, and delicious.
  • Kottu Roti – the king of street food.
  • Hoppers & String Hoppers – unique to Sri Lanka.
  • Curd & Treacle – traditional dessert.

👉 Don’t miss seasonal fruits (mango, rambutan, mangosteen). Eating with your hands is normal – locals will love you for it!

05

Climate & Best Time to Visit

Sri Lanka is warm year-round (avg. 28–32°C). But 2025 brings more climate-aware travel, so plan smart:

  • Southwest Monsoon: May–June.
  • Northeast Monsoon: Dec–Feb.
  • Best months overall: Jan–April & July–Sep.

👉 Always pack sunscreen + mosquito repellent.

06

Clothing & Dress Code

  • Light cotton clothes for coast & cities.
  • Warm layers for tea country (Nuwara Eliya/Ella).
  • Modest dress at temples (shoulders/knees covered).
  • No hats/footwear inside Buddhist temples.

     

07

Culture & Local Etiquette

  • Greeting: “Ayubowan” = May you live long.
  • A few Sinhala phrases to win hearts:
    • Isthuthi – Thank you.
    • Koheda? – Where?
    • Lassanai – Beautiful.

Tattoos of Buddha: Cover them – it’s culturally sensitive.

08

Money & Currency

  • Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR).
  • Notes: Rs. 20 → Rs. 5000.
  • Always carry small notes (Rs. 100/500).
  • ATMs everywhere. Declare if carrying USD 10,000+.

👉 Tip: Many shops & tuk-tuks now accept QR payments & cards – but keep cash for rural areas.

09

Transportation in 2025

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Wildlife & Safety

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Internet & SIM Cards

12

Nightlife

13

Photography Rules

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Safety & Travel Tips

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Essential Final Tips

Why Choose Taxisceylon?

At Taxisceylon, we provide trusted Sri Lanka travel services:

We don’t just move you around – we help you experience Sri Lanka safely, comfortably, and authentically.

Plan your trip with Taxisceylon and explore Sri Lanka with peace of mind.