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01 · Entry essentials · 7 min
Sri Lanka ETA and visa guide for Europeans
The calm, official-source-first route from passport check to arrival approval.
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Everything practical.
Nothing overwhelming.
Ten clear guides take you from the first ETA check to the train, coast and safari—written for a thoughtful first journey from Europe.
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Build your trip,
one decision at a time.
Start with entry and season, choose your route, then settle transport, budget and responsible experiences.
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02 · Weather made simple · 8 min
Best time to visit Sri Lanka, month by month
Choose the right coast, hills and wildlife region for your travel dates.
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03 · Best first journey · 10 min
The perfect 14-day Sri Lanka itinerary
Ancient cities, tea hills, wildlife and coast—with enough room to breathe.
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04 · Transport guide · 9 min
Getting around Sri Lanka without stress
How trains, buses, drivers and tuk-tuks fit into a realistic island journey.
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05 · Money & budget · 8 min
Sri Lanka travel costs and daily budget
A practical framework for planning accommodation, transport, food and activities.
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06 · First 90 minutes · 6 min
Colombo airport arrival guide
Immigration, money, SIM cards and the easiest first transfer after a long flight.
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07 · Iconic rail journey · 7 min
Kandy to Ella train booking guide
Seats, scenery, luggage and sensible expectations for Sri Lanka's famous hill train.
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08 · Travel well · 9 min
Sri Lanka safety and health guide
Insurance, mosquitoes, road awareness, ocean conditions and emergency planning.
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09 · Eat with curiosity · 7 min
Sri Lankan food for first-time visitors
What to order, how meals work and how to enjoy local kitchens respectfully.
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10 · Responsible wildlife · 8 min
Ethical wildlife and safari guide
See elephants, leopards and marine life without making the encounter the animal's problem.
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