Luxury Sri Lanka Holidays

The Small Miracle Of A Sri Lanka Holiday

Combine equal parts history, culture, and adventure on your Sri Lanka holiday. This island nation’s turquoise blue seas and vibrant green tea plantations are as much a lure as its ancient cities and wildlife. Sri Lanka is a year-round destination. Often called the Pearl of the Indian Ocean, the country is also a proud leader of the sustainable tourism movement. 

Why visit Sri Lanka?

If you’re keen on balmy weather, pristine beaches, and distinctive, delicious food, a Sri Lanka holiday is just what you need. Spend languid days in seaside towns like Unawatuna or ride perfect waves at Weligama and Arugam Bay. For water sports and more action, try Bentota. 

If you’re culturally inclined, you will love the atmosphere in Galle and Kandy. Pay homage to a precious Buddhist relic and pick from a variety of beautiful nature trails. Explore ancient kingdoms and colonial history in the Cultural Triangle. Hop on the train from Kandy to Ella and soak in the scenic wonders of lush tea plantations, waterfalls, and jungles. Wildlife enthusiasts will enjoy the safaris at Yala National Park, known for its leopard and elephant populations.

No holiday to this country is complete without a hike up the island nation’s most iconic attraction—the 5th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sigiriya. And this is just a small sampling of what awaits you. If you’d like to combine a trip to Sri Lanka with another destination, we’re happy to create a multi-centre holiday for you.

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Things To Know Before You Travel To Sri Lanka

• Direct flights from London to the Sri Lankan capital Colombo take around 11 hours.
• Sinhalese and Tamil are the official languages though English is widely spoken in big cities and tourist centres. 
• British passport holders need an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) to travel to Sri Lanka. The ETA is valid for six months and allows British citizens to stay in the country for up to 30 days. 
• The Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) is the country’s official currency.
• The standard voltage is 230V, the frequency is 50Hz, and the most common power sockets are Type D and G.