Yeah I know, if you need to travel somewhere there are so many questions on your head, it can be private and it can be a common problem. I also have a lot of questions before I travel to a country, is it good?, is it prohibited? So many questions. So Here I will mention the most common questions on the internet about Sri Lanka asked by tourists.
Question: Is Sri Lanka safe to visit now?
Yes it is perfectly fine to travel to Sri lanka. There was a threat to travel Arugambay area because of terrorist attack warning but American travel Advisory said now it is level 2 security threat. That has always been for a while. This level 2 security threat also applied to France, Italy, Maldives and so on. So it is perfectly fine to travel to Sri lanka. If you are in trouble in Sri lanka you can call the tourist police in Sri lanka.
- Help desk Number : 1912
- Tourist police numbers : (https://srilankatourismhub.com/sri-lanka-tourist-police/)
- Emergency contact : 119
Question: Do you need any vaccinations for traveling to Sri lanka?
There are no special vaccination requirements for visits to Sri lanka. If you are sick or wounded there are public and private hospitals around Sri lanka also you can buy your medicines from a pharmacy.You need a doctor approval prescription to buy medicine.To buy painkillers and balms etc. you don’t need a prescription.
- For emergency call – Ambulance(suwaseriya) – 1990
Question: Do I need a visa to Travel to Sri Lanka?
Yes Should get a visa to come to Sri lanka. You can apply for a visa from the government website (https://eta.gov.lk/slvisa/) and there are free-visa countries. Citizens of China, India, Indonesia, Russia, Thailand, Malaysia, and Japan can effectively enter Sri Lanka without paying for a visa, but they must get a free online authorization (ETA) before they travel.
Question: Do I need cash in Sri lanka?
Yes, you need some Sri Lankan cash in your pocket. There many ATMs around main cities in sri Lanka and main supermarkets accept credit and debit cards. Rural areas little shops accept only money. So if you travel to Sri Lanka it is good to have 15000-20000 lkr in your pocket.
Question: How much tip to Sri lanka?
There is no such an amount but in reality it is enough if you can give 100 – 200 lkr or maximum 500 lkr. Also you can say Keep the change(Balance).
Question: Is it expensive to eat in Sri lanka?
Eating in Sri lanka is not Expensive it is affordable. If you go to the Local Restaurant you can have a meal for 500 – 1000 lkr.
Question: Are there mosquitoes in Sri lanka?
Yes, Sri Lanka Has mosquitoes. So You can use mosquito repellents. In Sri lanka there is citronella oil (pengiri thel). In many hotels and guest houses they have mosquito nets.
Question: Is it safe to swim in Sri lanka?
Most Famous beaches i n Sri Lanka are safe to swim in and there are highly trained lifeguards. If it is not good to swim there are warning boards(sign boards) that are not suitable for swimming and listen to locals.
Question: What are the wettest months in Sri lanka?
April to June in the southwest and October to December in the northeast. This reddit post might help you. (https://www.reddit.com/r/srilanka/comments/1e6tii8/best_times_to_visit_sri_lanka_a_travel_experts/)
Question: What is the best months to visit Sri Lanka?
It is from December to April. Other months are also good. January and February are peak seasons and hotel rates are also a bit higher rate.
Question: What are the best places to Visit Sri Lanka?
There are a lot of best places to visit in Sri Lanka. Most Famous Destinations and Places are.
- Colombo Bazzar
- Galle
- Kandy
- Dambulla
- Sigiriya Lion Rock
- Nuwara-Eliya
- Ella
- Arugambay
- Negombo
- Jaffna
- Yala and Wilpattu and minneriya Natioanl Parks and so on.
Question: Best thing to Buy in Sri Lanka?
There are several unique things that you can buy from Sri lanka.
- Gems
- Spices
- Ceylon Teas
- Traditional Masks
- Buddha statues
- Elephant figures.
Question: Can I haggle or Bargain in sri lanka?
Yes you can. Bargaining is everyday life in sri lanka. Markets, taxis and tuk tuks, hotels and food stalls can all be bargains. If the seller says no several times, that is it, don’t push it.
Question: Are there leopards in Sri Lanka?
Yes, you can see leopards in sri lanka. In Several national national parks. Famous national parks for leopards are Yala National Park and Wilpattu National parks. Minneriya is also famous for its elephant gathering.