Yes it is safe to travel Sri Lanka.After the end of the civil war in 2009, Sri Lanka became one of the main tourist attraction in the world. In 2019, around 2.3 million of Tourist visited Sri Lanka.many of the tourism related platforms named Sri Lanka as a top destination in the world to travel.in 2019 Lonely Planet declared Sri Lanka as the best country to visit. Forbes named Sri Lanka as top 23 countries to visit in 2023.
You may apply for Tourist Visa from the ETA through the government website. Now the Tourist visa can be applied for 30 to 180 Days. For more information please visit,
https://eta.gov.lk/slvisa/visainfo/center.jsp?locale=en_US
https://eta.gov.lk/slvisa/visainfo/center.jsp?locale=en_US
You may apply the Visa through ETA.ETA tourist Visa fee shall be 20$ for the SAARC countries and 50$ for all Other Countries. For more information please visit,
https://eta.gov.lk/slvisa/visainfo/center.jsp?locale=en_US
https://eta.gov.lk/slvisa/visainfo/center.jsp?locale=en_US
Sri Lanka can be visited year round. Since Sri Lanka is located near to the Equator, there are no seasonal changes. But the rain might affect for the climatic conditions. May to September is the South West monsoon, so the beaches in the South and west coast could get rough. But the beaches in the East coast are good to visit. October to April is the busiest time period in the Sri Lanka tourism industry.
May to September is the South West monsoon, so the beaches in the South and west coast could get rough. So the beaches in the East coast would be ideal. From December to February North East monsoon is activated so the Beaches in the East could get rough. Then the South & West beaches would be ideal.
Sri Lanka is Famous for the Safari experience. Yala is the most famous Safari park in the Sri Lanka.It is famous for the Leopard watching. If someone is interested on the Elephant watching, the best place would be the Udawalawa national park or the Minneriya / Kaudulla national park. Wilpattuwa also a popular national park to see the Leopards and the elephants.
Whale watching is mainly popular in the Mirissa, a town in the southern coast. Whale watching can be done during the November to April from Mirissa. Trincomalee is another destination for the whale watching situated at the Eastern coastal line.
Sinhala is the mostly speaking language in Sri Lanka which is more than 75 % and Tamil also another main language in the Country. English is a common & link language in Sri Lanka. As a tourist you may use the English language in most part of the country.
Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR) is the official currency in Sri Lanka.Most of the Tourist destinations, Activities operators, Hotels and shops will accept the foreign currencies such as US Dollars, Euros or Pounds (GBP).Currency exchange centers are located in the Airport and some of the main cities.ATM facilities are spread island wide ,so you may withdraw cash from the ATMs as well.
Yes. Sri Lanka is a family friendly destination. Most of the destinations are accessible with the kids and the infants. Sri Lanka is a one of the best country for the kids to learn the oriental culture, History, traditions and Religions. Apart from that it is famous for the Wild life, nature and the Beaches. So the Sri Lanka has destinations, where the whole family can enjoy during the holidays.
Tip is accepted in Sri Lanka.Tippping is not a compulsory thing but customary. So you may decide the value of the Tip depends on the service you have received or how much you have satisfied. Tourism is the 3rd largest foreign remittance earner for the Sri Lanka.Around 3 million of the populations are depending on the tourism industry directly and indirectly.
From the ancient time Sri Lanka was famous for Export of Gems (Precious stones), Spices, Ivory, Pearls and Elephants. Now the Sri Lanka is famous for export of Ceylon Tea, Gems and Spices including the Cinnamon. At the Authentic Sri Lankan shopping stores you may buy the Gem & Jewelries, Tea, Spices, Handicrafts, wooden carvings, Silk and Batik cloth and many more items.
Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwaraeliya, Ella, Mirissa,Galle,Colombo are the best cities / Towns you can visit during your Sri Lanka tour. Sri Lanka has 8 UNESCO world heritage destinations and 26 national parks. So you contact our agent to arrange your itinerary in Sri Lanka for Free.
Unawatuna, Hikkaduwa,Mirissa,Weligama,Bentota,Tangalle ,Kalpitiya,Arugambe,Trincomlee ,Pasikudha are the most famous beaches in the Sri Lanka. For the Surfing Weligama and galle is the best place for the beginner level.Hiriketiya,Ahangama,Hikkaduwa and Unawatuna is famous for the Intermediate lever surfers.Arugambe is famous for the Advance surfing.
For the Sigiriya ticket price is 30$ per person. For Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa sites the ticket price would be 25$ per person. Half rates are available for the SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) countries passport holders.
Entry ticket for the foreigners in the Dambulla Cave temple and the Kandy Temple of tooth relic are 2000.00 LKR per person. For the Elephant Orphanage ticket price would be 15$ per person. . Discounted rates are available for the SAARC (South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation) countries passport holders.
Sri Lanka is famous for the world famous Ceylon Tea, Cinnamon, Gems, Spices, Rubber, Coconut and the apparel industry. Apart from that Sri Lanka is famous for its beauty. Specially the Golden sandy beaches, Wild life, Colonial era buildings, Culture, Buddhism and the historical monuments. Other interesting fact is Sri Lanka has won two Cricket world cups in 1996 and 2014.
You may contact the Tetra Travels pvt Ltd via our website. Then you may get a quotation according to your travel requirements and the itinerary. Then we shall arrange you the transportations, Tour guides and the Hotels.
One of our agents will send you the invoices, and then you can do the online payments.
Tetra Travels Sri Lanka undertakes hotel transfers and the Airport pickups and Airport drop-off. You may book your Transfers, airport pickup or airport drops from our website for your Sri Lanka tour.
We the Tetra Travels Sri Lanka undertake the Safaris in the main national parks in the Sri Lanka.You may book the Yala Safari,Wilpattu Safari,Udawalawa Safari or Minneriya /Kaudulla Safari from our web site. We shall guarantee for the best experience and the best prices.
While you are packing for your Sri Lanka trip you can pay attention to the following facts
- Comfortable shoes – If your Sri Lanka tour involves more hikes or walks you may have to bring the necessary shoes. If you may have to visit Temples don’t forget to pack the Temple socks.
- Sunscreen – Sri Lanka is a country located to the Equator so the average annual temperature is 28° C.so Sunscreen is a must thing to bring.
- Light Cloths – Due to the heat and the humid, it is ideal to pack the light cloths for your Sri Lanka holidays.
- Raincoat – If your Sri Lanka tour involves more hikes or walks you may have to bring the Raincoat with you.
- Mosquito Repellent – Flies and the Mosquitoes are quite a common in Sri Lanka.So don’t forget to pack the mosquito repellent before you travel in Sri Lanka.
Please contact the Tetra Travels Sri Lanka via through our website. We can arrange the Tour guides and Transportation facilities for your Sri Lanka Tour.