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Situated within the Indian ocean, just to the south of India is Sri Lanka. This unique island is bursting with culture, is home to some of the best food I have ever tried and is coated with gorgeous landscapes, from tropical forests to golden beaches. It is a country that I knew very little about prior to visiting and which completely exceeded my expectations. This 10 day itinerary is perfect for those who want a taste of Sri Lanka and all it has to offer but without moving at break-neck speed. Alternatively, you can use the table of contents below to jump right to the itinerary! Between April and September it is monsoon season for this region. Whilst temperatures are similar year-round, you are more likely to experience sunshine outside of monsoon season. The wettest months for visiting this area are October and November. Yes, you do! You can apply for your Sri Lankan visa easily online here. I strongly recommend applying for your visa well in advance of your trip. Many expenses in Sri Lanka require cash such as tuk-tuks so it is advisable to withdraw some rupees at the soonest opportunity. There are currency exchange desks in the airport but do be aware that these will not have the best rates. For better rates you can seek out an ATM instead which can be found in any city or town. I personally withdrew some cash at the airport for ease. Plus I needed to pay for a taxi to my first accommodation. You may wish to withdraw a small amount at the airport to see you through until you encounter an ATM. Sri Lanka is a religious country. It is therefore respectful and appreciated if you dress modestly. There are no fixed rules about dress outside of the religious temples, but my best advice would to be mindful of the local culture and dress appropriately for where you are and your activity. In busy towns or on public transport I kept my dress modest. I wore a T-shirt covering my shoulders and long trousers elephant pants to be exact. This felt appropriate. On the beach however, I was more relaxed, wearing a bathing suit for bathing and shorts and a T-shirt or a dress when wandering around the sand. There are many airlines that fly to Sri Lanka. I flew with Qatar Airways after a layover in Doha Qatar and would recommend them. All flights arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport which is situated 30 minutes north of the capital city of Colombo. The roads are chaotic. Our taxi drivers frequently ran through red lights, cars would overtake without warning, cows would wander across the road at times, people would suddenly start crossing busy roads. As well as the impracticality of hiring a car, public transport in Sri Lanka is fun to take. There are several options of public transport. You can take taxis, tuk-tuks, buses or trains. All international flights into Sri Lanka arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport which is situated just outside of Negombo city. Travelling can be tiring so my best advice would be to stay in Negombo city for one night after arriving on the island for Negombo is only a few minutes away from the airport. Negombo is a good place to start your journey as the city is not as large or chaotic as the capital of Colombo 1 hour south , giving you a perfect introduction to Sri Lankan life. The city contains everything from long sandy beaches, shrines and temples to admire and even a large lagoon called Negombo Lagoon which is a haven for wildlife. From Negombo, you can also head out to yoga and nature retreats if you want a chill time in Sri Lanka. It is a roughly 15 minute drive from the airport to Negombo city exact times vary depending on which part of the city you are travelling to. There are no shortage of taxis waiting outside the airport who are keen to give you a lift. Do be aware however that these taxis are expensive. Instead I would recommend pre-booking a taxi. This is a great way to compare rates before your journey and ultimately choose the best company. Not only will you likely save money this way, it makes getting from the airport to your next destination far more relaxing as your ride will already be waiting for you, saving you the hassle of haggling for a ride after a long flight. I pre-booked a ride from the airport with my accommodation host. Ultimately, I probably could have got a cheaper ride with a taxi company but decided to book the option that felt like the right combination of ease and cost. As my ride was with my accommodation host, there was no chance of him getting lost trying to find the location. There are countless hotels and apartments which you can stay at in Negombo. Staying in a private room within the house of a Sri Lankan family was a great way to try local cuisine and find out recommendations for the area and Sri Lanka as a whole. If you would like food included in your stay, definitely find out if this is a service that is offered as only some homestays provide this service. If your flight arrives in Sri Lanka in the morning like mine did , then you will have the entire day to explore Negombo. There are countless things to do in this city, as my host explained to me. The most popular activities involve visiting Negombo beach, a long stretch of coastline where you can see small fishing boats with beautiful sails. Fishing is a key aspect of Negombo. Trying fresh fish in Sri Lanka is a must if you are into fish! Some restaurants and homestays will happily cook a dish including a fish which you have purchased at the fish markets, creating a meal for you to remember. Even if you are not interested in purchasing fish, the market is a great place to meet local fishermen, learn about how the fish is caught and prepared and find out more about how the fishing industry affects the lives of those in the city. For those interested in history, there are numerous churches that you can visit throughout the city — 25 to be exact. These Catholic churches date back to the Portuguese-era in Sri Lankans history. To this day a large portion of people in Negombo are Christian. If you are interested in nature, a visit to Negombo Lagoon may be more up your street. The lagoon is fed by number of narrow rivers and the Dutch canal a canal constructed by the British as a trading route. A narrow channel in the north of the lagoon links it to the ocean. Mangrove swamps and marshes surround the lagoon, home to a host of wildlife including an array of bird species. Negombo lagoon is also a great place to watch local fishermen take to the lagoon in wooden canoes, using traditional fishing methods. Start the day with a taxi ride from Negombo to the capital city of Colombo which is roughly an hour south. It is ideal to have your taxi arrange beforehand as today we will be taking the train from Colombo Fort station to Kandy and it is important not to miss the train! As with my airport pick-up, I arranged my ride through my accommodation host. However, there are numerous taxi companies that you can choose from to book your ride. Trains from Colombo to Kandy are fairly regular throughout the morning. The earliest train is at am and the latest morning train is at am. Trains in the afternoon are far less frequent and I would not recommend them for this itinerary. For up to date train times, this website is very informative. Trains can be booked either online or at the station before departure. There are pros and cons to each option. There will still be a chance that you can purchase unreserved ones on the day. There are four classes to choose from when booking your seats: first, second, third and the observation class only available on some trains. In my opinion, there is no best class to choose from. They all have something unique to offer. First Class: These carriages are right at the front of the train. They are air-conditioned and the windows do not open. Second Class: These carriages are in the middle of the train. They have small ceiling fans and the windows open. This was my personal favourite carriage. Third Class: These carriages are at the back of the train. Windows also open here. This class is the busiest class and a seat is not guaranteed which can be challenging if you are on a journey of several hours. Animals are also allowed in third class. First Class Observation: Only available on the older trains this carriage is right at the back of the train and has rear windows which look over the track, allowing for wonderful views. If you would like some time to explore Colombo city, arrive in Colombo a couple of hours before your train departure. Colombo is a sprawling city with a range of sights to see. If you do want to see some of Colombo, the area around Colombo Fort station is a great area to explore. Be careful when in Colombo. Scams which can happen in any country are more likely to take place in built-up areas such as the capital. This article has some useful information on scams in Sri Lanka and how to avoid them. If you have pre-booked your train ticket you will still need to report to the tourism office at the station to have your tickets printed. This can take some time, especially if the office is busy. I had to queue for a good 15 minutes. The train from Colombo to Kandy takes roughly 3 hours. The view of forests and mountains are stunning. For a detailed write-up of my experience with the Colombo to Kandy train, you can read my blog post here. Once you reach Kandy, there is a whole host of options in terms of accommodation. There are countless hotels and guesthouses available. I stayed in a homestay on the outskirts of Kandy city, on the opposite bank of the Mahaweli river which is in fact the longest river in Sri Lanka. I opted for a peaceful location with stunning views. The accommodation was lovely and the views did not disappoint but there were certainly drawbacks to being so far away from the centre such as the fact that there were no restaurants within walking distance, and it was tucked down a quiet road away from any passing tuk-tuks. It is also debatable whether peace and quiet is possible with accommodation in Sri Lanka as the sounds of arguing dogs stopped me getting more than a couple of hours sleep here. Taking a morning train from Colombo ensures you arrive in Kandy down with a good part of the afternoon to explore this cultural city. Surrounded by mountain ranges and tea plantations, Kandy is a city of significant cultural history. It is the second largest city on the island after Colombo and is the capital of the central district in Sri Lanka. There are plenty of things to do in Kandy. One of the main attractions in Kandy is the Temple of the Sacred Tooth which is a temple that is home to the relic of the tooth from the Buddha. The tooth has political history as it was believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country. Other popular activities include visiting the Botanical Garden, famous for housing over 4, species of plants and trees, seeing Kandy Lake and roaming the streets of Kandy, trying some of the gorgeous food. Many tourists take a day trip from Kandy to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, a place which advertises itself as being a safe haven for orphaned or mis-treated elephants. Sadly, Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is anything but a safe home for elephants. Elephants at this zoo it is a zoo not a sanctuary like they claim perform for tourists, take photos alongside tourists and are forced to live in chains. This shocking article gives a first-hand experience from a visitor documenting the cruelty to which they witnessed. The zoo operates a breeding programme. Now one thing that separates a sanctuary from a zoo is the fact that sanctuaries do not breed their animals — Pinnawala does so therefore it is not a sanctuary. The elephants which are bred by Pinnawala are then sold to temples and private owners. Elephants used at temples live terrible lives. A documentary by National Geographic looks into the living conditions of temple elephants with saddening findings. It seems strange that Pinnawala — who claim to rescue elephants from lives of abuse — would then sell their elephants to the very abusive places which they claimed to save them from. The truth is that Pinnawala is just a tourist attraction, trying to get money from tourists and they have realised that tourists are turning more towards sustainable tourism and visiting animals in sanctuaries and are trying to jump on the band-wagon. Today we will be journeying from Kandy city to the mountainous town of Ella. Ella is a small town at an elevation of 1, metres, surrounded by tea plantations and cloud forests. The Kandy to Ella train ride is often referred to as the most beautiful train ride in the world. You can read about my experience on the Kandy to Ella train here. The earliest train from Kandy to Ella is at am. My journey had a 1 hour delay due to bad weather. The estimated arrival time in Ella is 3. This train is known as the Podi Menike train which is a bright blue train made by the Chinese. You can opt to take the slightly later train instead which leaves Kandy at am and arrives in Ella at pm which is known as the Udarata Menike. This is also a vibrant blue Chinese train. It is worth considering that it may be more challenging to navigate from Ella station to your onwards accommodation in the darkness. It is advisable to arrive at Kandy station with ample time before the train is due to the depart — 30 minutes is a good amount of time. If you are curious to see more about the kind of views you can expect, I have two photo essays of the journey: here and here. The best train class to soak up the experience is second class. The open windows allow stunning views of the passing surroundings. If you get the choice, sit on the right side of the train. The views on this side are far superior to those on the left until the train passes through Nuwara Eliya. Once through Nuwara Eliya, the train should empty considerably and you should be able to shuffle over to the left side of the train to keep up with the amazing views. There are countless guest houses and hotels nestled in the hills surrounding Ella town. Chamodya Homestay was by far my favourite accommodation that I stayed at during my Sri Lanka trip. Our host was extremely welcoming and cooked us delicious meals. Breakfast was included in our stay. As the train from Kandy arrives late in the afternoon, it is advisable to book to stay in Ella for 2 nights in order to make the most of this picturesque town. This leaves a full day to explore Ella. Despite its small size, there is a whole host of activities to enjoy in Ella town. This stone railway bridge arching over tea plantations is beautiful. The bridge is 91 metres long and stands 24 metres high. The bridge is just out of town. Although it is possible to walk to it from Ella town, a 10 minute tuk-tuk ride may be easier. There are countless waterfalls in the area which you can visit including Ravana Falls and the Kital Ella Waterfall. It is worth noting that there is an entrance fee to visiting Ravana Falls. There are several shops as well, perfect for purchasing clothing and souvenirs. Hop in a taxi and drive south for roughly 2 hours to the town of Udawalawe. Udawalawe town is famous for being the entry point to Udawalawe National Park, dubbed as one of the best places on earth to view the Asian elephant in the wild. There are roughly elephants in the park, an extremely high density compared to other national parks. There are numerous lodges, hostels and cottages to stay at, most at a similar price and specification. My cottage was modern and stylish and even came with air-conditioning. Many accommodation options come with the option of booking a safari through them and some will even arrange transport to and from the accommodation. The drive from Ella to Udawalwe is fairly relaxed, allowing for time to be spent on either side of the journey. I personally enjoyed arranging my taxi journey for lunch-time, allowing me time to have a leisurely morning in Ella and then a relaxed evening in Udawalawe. The best time of day to go on safari is in the morning. Therefore if you really want to make the most of wildlife viewing in Udawalwe National Park, it is recommended you hop on an early morning safari. Safaris last for several hours. Although wildlife viewing cannot be guaranteed, there is an extremely good chance of viewing some elephants in Udawalwe national park. Immediately upon entry to the park I saw my first elephant. It turned out to be the first of countless! As well as elephants I managed to spot wild boar, jackals, crocodiles, deer, two types of monkey, countless birds and more. You can read all about my Udawalwe safari experience here. In the afternoon you can enjoy a visit to the Elephant Transit Home , a project that looks after orphaned elephants before eventually releasing them back into the wild in Udawalwe National Park. You can visit the elephants at feeding time which is every 3 hours 9am, 12pm, 3pm, and 6pm. I touched upon the subject of elephant orphanages when talking about Pinnawala in Kandy and the bottom line is that not all sanctuaries and orphanages are created equal. There are some genuine orphanages that treat their animals well and contribute to conservation. It can just be tricky to weed out the good ones from the bad ones. There are several signs that the Elephant Transit Home is ethical. First of all, there is no contact between the elephants and visitors. If you visit the Transit House, you watch the elephants being fed from a distance. Secondly, none of the animals are ever chained and are free to roam about how they please. Finally, once the baby elephants are old enough they are released back into the wild. Although morning safaris are recommended, afternoon safaris can be just as good. In fact, I actually went on an afternoon safari not a morning one — I enjoy lie-ins and was blown away by the quantity of wildlife I encountered. Hiriketiya bay is a beautiful horseshoe-shaped beach and a real hidden gem, best-known for its incredible surf. It takes roughly 3 hours to reach the beach from Udawalawe. There are numerous hostels and guesthouses in the area surrounding the bay. It was good in regards to its proximity to the beach but lacked views and was a little far out of down. Staying by Dikwella beach the neighbouring beach may be a better option as there is more choice in terms of shops and restaurants. Walk down to Hiriketiya beach. There are numerous restaurants on the beach, each with a gorgeous view of the waves. Hiriketiya is one of the most beautiful beaches I have ever visited. The golden sand is fringed by lazy palms making the beach feel private and untouched. You can also pay a visit to Dikwella beach which is far larger but just as beautiful. There are countless restaurants along Dikwella beach and just behind it is Dikwella town. This beach is famed for its beach-front restaurants and whale watching just off the coast. There are so many options when it comes to accommodation in Mirissa, from hotels to hostels, homestays to guest houses. I stayed in one of the many guest houses which was a 15 minute walk from the beach. Search for an accommodation option that is a short walk away from the town and beach. My absolute favourite thing to do in Mirissa is eat at the Dewmini Roti Shop. I can indeed agree with its name — it is the No1 Roti shop in my eyes. Take a walk down Mirissa beach and enjoy the sunshine. If you visit Mirissa between November and April, take part in a whale watching excursion where you can spot whales and dolphins. Bentota is perched upon the coast with a beautiful stretch of golden sand known as Bentota beach. Further inland is Bentota river, a vast river surrounded by lush forests. Bentota is an area of natural beauty from the beach to the river. Each part of the area has something different to offer. Generally, prices are cheaper the further inland the accommodation is located. You can find the homestay I stayed at here. The room was comfortable and clean with a large double-bed and an air-conditioning unit. My experience with the host was great; he was incredibly welcoming and hospitable, making recommendations for what to do in Bentota as well as offering a home-cooked meal. It was also wonderful to meet his family. This is a fantastic option if you want to have an authentic experience. Bentota beach is often referred to as one of the most beautiful beaches in the whole of Sri Lanka. You can take a stroll through the soft white sand or even a snorkel in the ocean. Hotels and restaurants can be found lining the beach which you can visit for a bite to eat or a dip in the pool. The river is lined by precious mangrove forests which are a haven for wildlife. You can take a boat safari along the river. You can read more about what to to do in Bentota here. For your final day in Sri Lanka journey back to Negombo, the city in which the international airport is situated. The drive should take 2 or 3 hours via taxi. Arrive in Negombo in good time before your flight. For more useful information to help you plan your backpacking trip to Sri Lanka, you can read this article on Sri Lanka travel tips. If you have found this website useful for planning your adventures, you can show your support by buying me a coffee. Thanks so much! Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Notify me of new posts by email. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed. What is the Currency in Sri Lanka? A fruit stall in southern Sri Lanka. Appropriate clothing for busy cities and public transport. Tuk-tuks are a common mode of transport in Sri Lanka. A typical street in Negombo. Palm forests in Negombo. Hanging out the door in second class on the train. Views from the Colombo to Kandy train. Colombo Fort station. Mahaweli river in Kandy. The beautiful Kandy to Ella train ride. The view of Ella Rock from our homestay in Ella. View of Ella town. Elephants in Udawalawe National Park. Safari in Udawalwe National Park. Hiriketiya Beach. Mirissa Beach. Bentota River. Click here to cancel reply.

10 Day Sri Lanka Itinerary (for Beach & Safari Lovers!)

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Legislation: Marijuana is illegal in Sri Lanka, and so is any related activity. Recently the government has launched a campaign against drugs. Marijuana, although used in local ayuvredic medicine, is taboo. Smoking in public will get you into trouble. Law Enforcement: Due to very high security measures in Colombo related to recent escalation of Tamil Tigers problems people seem to be quite cautious when selling. Especially by night, you can expect to meet police patrols which will search your vehicle literally every few hundred meters. Police and military do not harass foreigners but it is highly recommended not to smoke in the car nor create any suspicion. Unfortunately, as a foreigner, all I could get there was suspicion. Most of the Tuktuk drivers will have some or will be able to provide some info — check the ones which linger by their vehicle eg. For hashish you have to try the latter option. It did not seem safe to meet these people the next day so I have no info on the quality of the hash. More information: It is said that good things are available also on the beaches down south — eg. Bentota beach. Just walk out to the sea, look interested and very probably you will be approached by some offerers. Also, out of Colombo there is less police so you might feel safer! Outdated information. They remain up simply for nostalgic and entertainment purposes. Laws have changed, and places have changed. As of all articles are severly outdated.

Bentota buying ganja