Sri Lanka is, hands down, my favorite country in Asia. It’s underrated—and even now, you can explore it without the crowds.
It was the first place I ever backpacked for six weeks. I became friends with roadside food stalls, watched elephants roam wild, and lived in a remote jungle village. I even met my partner here.
Sri Lanka made me fall in love with backpacking—and with slow travel.
These guides are filled with the places I loved most, along with tips to help you experience the real Sri Lanka: warm locals, wild landscapes, and stories you won’t find in any itinerary.
SRI LANKA TRAVEL ESSENTIALS
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Best Time to Go
Dec–Apr (south & west) May–Sep (east coast)
How Long
2–3 weeks to see coast, culture & highlands
Daily Budget
Rs 4,000–7,000/day ($12–$20) for budget travelers
Getting There
Fly into Colombo (CMB), main international airport
SRI LaNKA visa
Most nationalities need an e-visa (ETA); apply online
SRI LANKA eSIM
Must-have for navigating. $3 off code: GLADIS1238
travel insurance
Recommended. Medical care is limited in rural areas.
SRI LANKA Custom Itinerary
[Coming Soon]
Explore Sri Lanka’s Cities & Villages

The cultural heart of the north
Jaffna
The sacred city in the hills
Kandy
- Meemure: Sri Lanka’s Hidden Village
- Cheapest Kandy Private Tuk‑Tuk Tour
- Master Sri Lankan Spices and Cook Authentic Curry
- Sigiraya Day Tour from Kandy
- Ella Day Tour from Kandy
- Nuwara Eliya Drop Tour from Kandy
- Adams Peak Guided Hike from Kandy
- Ambuluwawa Full-Day Tour from Kandy
- Knuckles Mountain Range Overnight Wildlife Trek
- Kandy Batik Workshop: Paint Your Own Sri Lankan Textile
- Kelani River White Water Rafting Day Trip

