Samahan Tea - The herbal tea from Sri Lanka

The effect of samahan tea In Sri Lanka and India, the origin of the herbal tea, samahan is drunk primarily at the first signs of a cold. As soon as a cough, aching limbs or a cold are on the way, the tea is prepared to strengthen the immune system. In Sri Lanka, however, the tea is not only drunk when feeling unwell, but is also [...]

Sri Lanka travel time - Weather & climate - When to go where?

The best time to visit Sri Lanka - Short & sweet for those in a hurry In principle, Sri Lanka can be visited all year round and there is no one best time to visit. Due to its proximity to the equator, temperatures remain fairly constant all year round at 29-33 degrees Celsius with an average humidity of 70-80%. However, the southwest of the island [...]

Visa for Sri Lanka - Everything you need to know

Picturesque beaches, lush rainforests and a culture as colorful as the spices in its local markets. But wait! Before you plunge into this dream world, there's one more important thing - the visa! Sri Lanka, this tropical paradise, is more than just a destination; it's an experience not to be missed.

Tour guides, guides & drivers in Sri Lanka

Hiring a car and driving yourself in Sri Lanka can only be recommended to a limited extent. The British brought some good things to the island in colonial times, unfortunately including left-hand traffic. Of course, at some point you get used to it, if it weren't for the typical Asian traffic. The roads of Sri Lanka are chaotic [...]

The best safari and national parks in Sri Lanka

The diverse flora and fauna and the abundance of protected national parks make Sri Lanka one of the best safari destinations in the world. Many of the species living here, 16% of fauna and 23% of flora to be precise, are endemic, meaning they are unique to Sri Lanka. With its own "Big Five", consisting [...]

Surfing in Sri Lanka - where you can ride the wave

There have always been inviting waves for surfing, but due to the civil war, the devastating tsunami in 2004 and a simple lack of suitable infrastructure, Sri Lanka was ruled out as a surfing destination for a long time.

The most beautiful beaches in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka's fascinating coastal landscape with numerous dream beaches is one of the many good reasons for a trip to the sun-kissed island in the Indian Ocean. 

The most delicious dishes in Sri Lanka

Rice and curry is the unofficial national dish of Sri Lanka and you will find it on every corner. The locals prefer to eat it in the morning, at lunchtime and in the evening. It is usually served as a buffet and you often pay no more than the equivalent of around 2.50 euros.

Sigiriya Sri Lanka - Lion Rock - What you should know!

Lion Rock in Sigiriya is one of Sri Lanka's eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites and is one of the island's most spectacular landmarks and a popular postcard motif.
It is a 200 square meter monolith that rises 200 meters out of the ground in the heart of the country.

Galle Sri Lanka

The historic port city of Galle is probably the most beautiful city in Sri Lanka and the jewel in the crown of the south coast.
The picturesque harbor was long considered the most important port in the country and the city's architecture is strongly influenced by the Dutch colonial era.