Train travel in Sri Lanka - Everything you need to know

If you think traveling by train is just a way to get from A to B, then you haven't experienced Sri Lanka yet. Here, the trains are a vibrant lifeline, connecting not only towns and villages, but also people, stories and traditions. Every journey is a journey through the past, the culture and the [...]
Travel tips for traveling in Sri Lanka

Travel tips during your trip through Sri Lanka
Drinking water in Sri Lanka - Everything you need to know

Have you ever thought about how crucial water is to your travel experience? Whether it's quenching your thirst after a long day or making sure you're feeling healthy, water can make the difference between a carefree adventure and a messy experience. On my first trip to Sri Lanka, I was faced with [...]
Sri Lanka Sights

A vacation in Sri Lanka is never boring, as there is so much to discover and do. Swimming, surfing, diving, hiking, culture, safari, whale watching, photography and much more. Here we have summarized a few sights in Sri Lanka. Galle South Coast Lighthouse in Galle More info about Galle Ella Nine Arch Bridge More [...]
Withdraw money in Sri Lanka

Withdrawing money in Sri Lanka is quite easy. The currency is the Sri Lankan rupee, 230 rupees are approximately 1 euro. ATMs are generally available in every large and small town, and credit card withdrawals are usually free of charge. If you are planning to travel to more remote or not yet too [...]
Arrival and onward journey / traffic in Sri Lanka

Colombo Airport There are good local bus connections from the airport to both Negombo and Colombo. Alternatively, private drivers can be booked at the cab counter. Cab apps such as Uber, Grab and Pick-Me also work in and around Colombo and often offer cheaper rides (unfortunately these apps are not currently available in the rest of the country). Traffic in the [...]
Yala National Park in Sri Lanka - What you need to know for your safari

Yala National Park is the most popular wildlife park in Sri Lanka, partly because of the many leopards. What you need to know for your safari!
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 [...]
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.