Health & Safety
Vaccines:Hep A, Typhoid
Water:Do NOT drink tap water.
“Bring mosquito repellent. Healthcare basic in rural areas.”
🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
The Pearl of the Indian Ocean
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Essential Travel Info for Sri Lanka
Visa Requirements
EU Citizens:ETA required (apply online).
Others:ETA required.
Internet & SIM
Quality:Decent 4G in towns.
Action:Dialog or Mobitel.
Money & Tipping
Cash vs Card:Cash is essential outside high-end hotels.
Tipping:Expected (~10%).
Getting Around
Apps:PickMe, Uber
Drive:Drive on the LEFT.
Trains (scenic blue train) and buses. Tuk-tuks everywhere.
Safety: Safe
Generally safe.
SOS:119
Climate & Weather
Day
30°C
Night
24°C
Sunny Hours:7–8 hours/day
Tropical. Yala Monsoon (SW) May–Aug, Maha Monsoon (NE) Oct–Jan.
Electricity
230V • Types D / M / G.
Local Etiquette
- •Dress modestly (shoulders/knees covered).
- •Remove hats/shoes in temples.