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Sri Lanka travel guide

Practical notes for planning safaris, coast days, the hill country and the drives in between.

15 October 2026 · 5 min read

How a Yala safari works, when to go, half-day or full day, and what to bring. A practical guide for your first jeep drive in Yala, Sri Lanka.

15 October 2026 · 4 min read

Travel from Ella to Mirissa, Tangalle, Hiriketiya or Galle in one day, with a Yala safari on the way. How the day is planned with a private driver.

15 October 2026 · 3 min read

How to travel from Bandaranaike International Airport to Yala and Tissamaharama by private car, how long it takes, and what to expect on arrival.

15 October 2026 · 4 min read

Sri Lanka has two monsoon seasons that affect different coasts. Find the best months for the south coast, the east coast, the hill country and Yala.

15 October 2026 · 5 min read

How to plan the rock fortress at Sigiriya, the sunrise climb at Pidurangala and the Dambulla cave temple, with timings, dress code and tips.

15 October 2026 · 4 min read

What it is like to tour Sri Lanka with your own car and driver: how booking works, stops on the way, vehicles and practical tips for a smooth trip.