A practical Sri Lanka travel guide

Simple answers to the questions that shape a comfortable, well-paced journey.

When to go

Sri Lanka has two monsoon patterns, so the best coast depends on the month.

Carry some Sri Lankan rupees; cards are common in larger hotels and cities.

Bring sun protection, stay hydrated and arrange suitable travel insurance.

Sinhala and Tamil are official languages; English is widely used in tourism.

Sri Lanka commonly uses type D, M and G sockets with a 230V supply.

Dress respectfully at temples and keep a responsible distance from wildlife.