The honest Sri Lanka planner.
Verified itineraries, curated stays, opinionated guides — for the whole island, without the tour-sales pitch.
Destinations
Where to go in Sri Lanka
From the Cultural Triangle to the surf coast — start with the places that suit your trip.
east-coast
Arugam Bay
Arugam Bay is Sri Lanka's surf capital — a world-class right-hand point break with a laid-back village scene, lagoons, and elephants nearby.
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south-coast
Bentota
Sri Lanka's water sports capital on the south coast — river safaris, kite surfing, and three types of beach in one compact location. Honest guide to planning.
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colombo-west-coast
Colombo
Sri Lanka's capital city: a walkable mix of colonial heritage, buzzing street food, and coastal escapes. The honest guide to making the most of 1-3 days.
2-3
hill-country
Ella
Ella delivers waterfalls, jungle hikes, and Sri Lanka's most iconic train views in a compact, walkable village in the Hill Country.
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south-coast
Galle
Sri Lanka's most atmospheric town: a UNESCO Dutch fort, excellent restaurants, colonial streets, and a surf scene. Honest guide to 2–3 days in Galle.
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hill-country
Hatton & Adam's Peak
Climb Sri Pada at dawn from Hatton, heart of tea country. The sacred peak draws pilgrims and hikers alike from December to May.
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Itineraries
Find your route
From a 7-day classic loop to a 21-day grand tour, tested and dated.
Sri Lanka adventure: 12 days of hiking, rafting and wildlife
The active traveller's Sri Lanka: Pidurangala sunrise, Knuckles trekking, Kitulgala rafting, Adam's Peak, Ella Rock, Sinharaja, and Yala Block 5 photo safari.
The complete Sri Lanka itinerary: 14 days
Two weeks covers Sri Lanka properly: Anuradhapura, Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella train, Yala safari, Mirissa, Galle. No rush, no skipped classics.
Epic Sri Lanka grand tour: 21 days
The definitive Sri Lanka circuit: Jaffna, Arugam Bay, Wilpattu, Knuckles, Sinharaja, Kalpitiya. All 8 regions, off the beaten track.
Family-friendly Sri Lanka in 10 days (with kids 5-12)
The honest family Sri Lanka plan: safaris, elephants, calm beaches, and easy hikes. Optimised for kids 5-12 — no exhausting drives, no brutal climbs.
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