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3 Reasons Sri Lanka Should be on Every Traveler’s Bucket List

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If you have traveled extensively throughout Southeast Asia but never been to Sri Lanka, you need to get back to the drawing board at once! With its fair share of beautiful sandy beaches, tropical climate, and incredible cuisine, Sri Lanka is a vacationer’s paradise. Once you look past the conventional destinations, you will notice the country is home to a diverse geography, interesting history, and welcoming locals. If this is your first trip to the island, most travel agents in sri lanka  can help you chalk out an itinerary. Some experienced travel planners can also arrange Sri Lanka private tours if you are up for it. If you are still looking for reasons to include the island in your travel bucket list for the year, here is a list of reasons that make Sri Lanka special! Pristine and Secluded Beaches Sri Lanka is home to some of the most picturesque beaches in the world. Save for a few located towards the southern part of the island, most Sri Lankan beaches are de...

A Comprehensive Guide to Backpacking Sri Lanka

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When we think about Sri Lanka, we think about its vast sunny beaches, extended coastlines, clear blue water, and palm-lined stretches. However, the country has a plethora of other attractions to explore. From the incredible central mountains, to the cultural capital of Anuradhapura and Kandy, a Sri Lankan vacation is incomplete without exploring the far ends of the land. Although you will find numerous sri lanka tours  and travel packages, the terrain is ideal for backpacking. However, traveling with an agent has its perks. If you plan on a DIY vacation, here is a list of factors that you need to keep in mind. Figure Out the Budget Unlike other popular Southeast Asian countries, Sri Lanka is not very cheap. You need to plan your accommodation and food expenses carefully before carrying on with the rest of the itinerary. Foreigners also have to shell out considerably more than the locals when visiting popular tourist sites. An average backpacker will need to spend ...

The Top 2 Popular Road Trips in Sri Lanka

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If you like cross-country road trips, we suggest taking one through the heart of Sri Lanka. The Sri Lankan road network is developing rapidly, making it ideal for road trips. With the influx of foreign tourists, self-drive car rental is picking up the pace. However, if you are inexperienced in driving in Southeast Asian countries, we recommend a chauffeured car hire sri lanka . Explore the Mountains Take a trip through the central mountains starting in Colombo, through Nuwara Eliya. The climate changes rapidly in the three-hour drive from the coast to the highlands. The road is lined with beautiful tea estates open to the public. Stop at any plantation that you like and experience how the leaves are harvested and processed first-hand. Spend the night at Nuwara Eliya. Visit Horton Plains National Park first thing in the morning. Do not miss the opportunity to hike the summit at World’s End. The view from the top is simply breathtaking. Get a taste of the local cuisine at...