Sri Lanka

How much does it cost to rent a scooter/motorbike or a car in Colombo, and is airport pickup available?

Colombo · Transport · today

Do immigration officers in Sri Lanka check for a return ticket on arrival, and can you be denied entry?

General · Visas & Documents · today

What is Arugam Bay and southern Sri Lanka like in June–July: weather, restaurants, swimming?

Arugam Bay · General Tips · 1 day ago

How can I arrange a private transfer to Arugam Bay from Colombo Airport or Trincomalee?

Arugam Bay · Transport · 1 day ago

How much does long-term house rental cost near Galle, Sri Lanka (Habaraduwa area)?

Galle · Housing & Rent · 1 day ago

What currency to bring to Sri Lanka and where to get the best exchange rate?

Hikkaduwa · Banking & Money · 1 day ago

How to get from Hikkaduwa to Galle (Sri Lanka) — by local bus or organized tour?

Hikkaduwa · General Tips · 1 day ago

Is there nightlife in Unawatuna, Sri Lanka?

Unawatuna · General Tips · 1 day ago

What is the weather and sea like in Unawatuna, Sri Lanka in mid to late October—can you swim and are there waves?

Unawatuna · General Tips · 1 day ago

Which beach in Unawatuna, Sri Lanka has the calmest, kid-friendly water for swimming?

Unawatuna · General Tips · 1 day ago

How to get from Colombo Bandaranaike Airport to Unawatuna, Sri Lanka?

Unawatuna · Transport · 1 day ago

How can international travelers fly from Sri Lanka to Russia after a flight cancellation, including routes via China or Turkey?

General · Transport · 2 days ago

How much does it cost to rent a villa or house in Unawatuna for a month (long-term rental)?

Unawatuna · Housing & Rent · 2 days ago

How much is a taxi from Colombo Bandaranaike Airport (CMB) to Unawatuna, Sri Lanka, and how do travelers usually book it?

Unawatuna · Transport · 2 days ago

How much layover time do you need in Dubai when connecting to/from Colombo?

Colombo · Transport · 3 days ago

How to get from Galle to Ella by taxi, bus or train?

Galle · Transport · 3 days ago

Which part of Sri Lanka is best for beach holidays in November-December and August (calm sea, no big waves)?

General · General Tips · 3 days ago

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hikkaduwa or Unawatuna, Sri Lanka?

Hikkaduwa · Housing & Rent · 3 days ago

How much is a private transfer between Mirissa and Colombo Airport, and can travelers share the ride?

Mirissa · Transport · 3 days ago

Where can I rent a private villa or house near the beach in Unawatuna, Sri Lanka?

Unawatuna · Housing & Rent · 3 days ago

Is November a good time to visit Unawatuna, Sri Lanka (in season or off-season)?

Unawatuna · General Tips · 3 days ago

What is the best time to visit Unawatuna, Sri Lanka?

Unawatuna · General Tips · 3 days ago

How much should two people budget per day for eating out in Sri Lanka?

General · Restaurants & Food · 4 days ago

Best beach area in Sri Lanka for calm swimming in August to September: east coast or west coast?

General · General Tips · 4 days ago

Where can you exchange cash for Sri Lankan rupees in Arugam Bay, and is there a physical USDT exchange?

Arugam Bay · Banking & Money · 5 days ago

Best place to exchange US dollars to Sri Lankan rupees in Colombo: airport, bank, or city money changer?

Colombo · Banking & Money · 5 days ago

How to book a private transfer to Colombo or Colombo Airport from Sri Lanka beach towns for a family with kids and luggage?

Colombo · Transport · 5 days ago

Can you leave Sri Lanka and apply for a new tourist visa online after using up all extensions?

General · Visas & Documents · 5 days ago

When is the best time to visit Hikkaduwa for beach weather and turtle watching?

Hikkaduwa · General Tips · 5 days ago

Which part of Sri Lanka has the best beach weather in late September and early October: the south coast, east coast, or north?

Hikkaduwa · General Tips · 5 days ago

How much does it cost to rent an apartment or villa in Mirissa for 3 weeks to 3 months with a kitchen, fast internet, AC, and sometimes a pool?

Mirissa · Housing & Rent · 5 days ago

How much does a furnished monthly apartment rental cost near Unawatuna Beach, Sri Lanka?

Unawatuna · Housing & Rent · 5 days ago

Where to eat Uzbek-style food (plov, kebabs) and good pizza in Unawatuna, Sri Lanka?

Unawatuna · Restaurants & Food · 5 days ago

Where to go in Sri Lanka during the rainy season if the southwest coast (Colombo area) has bad weather?

Colombo · General Tips · 6 days ago

How to exchange USD for Sri Lankan rupees at the airport and get the best exchange rate?

General · Banking & Money · 6 days ago

Where in Sri Lanka is the ocean calm enough for swimming with young children?

General · General Tips · 6 days ago

Do you need an international driving permit to rent a scooter/motorbike in Sri Lanka, and what happens if you drive without one?

General · Transport · 6 days ago

How to get around the Sri Lanka coast: bus, tuk-tuk, or private transfer?

General · Transport · 6 days ago

Best time to visit Trincomalee, Sri Lanka — beach and snorkeling season

Trincomalee · General Tips · 6 days ago

When is the best season to visit Trincomalee, and is it worth going in April, May, or October?

Trincomalee · General Tips · 6 days ago

What is the weather like in Unawatuna in June and July — how much rain to expect?

Unawatuna · General Tips · 7 days ago

What's the weather like in Unawatuna in July (monsoon/rainy season)?

Unawatuna · General Tips · 7 days ago

How to get to Ella and back by shared taxi (from Hambantota, Kandy, Colombo)?

Ella · Transport · 8 days ago

Which coast of Sri Lanka is best to visit in June, July and August?

General · General Tips · 8 days ago

How to cancel a private driver/transfer booking in Sri Lanka and get a refund if something goes wrong?

General · Transport · 8 days ago

When should you extend a Sri Lanka tourist visa, and how long is the initial stay after entry?

General · Visas & Documents · 8 days ago

Does a stream/river pollute the water near Hikkaduwa Beach with sewage runoff?

Hikkaduwa · General Tips · 8 days ago

How to take the train from Hikkaduwa to Galle: classes, prices, and where to buy tickets?

Hikkaduwa · Transport · 8 days ago

How much layover time should I allow for a connecting flight to Colombo via a hub airport (e.g. Dubai)?

Colombo · Transport · 9 days ago

Is it safe to swim in the ocean at Hikkaduwa Beach (sewage/water pollution)?

Hikkaduwa · Safety · 9 days ago