Getting Around Sri Lanka: A Friendly Guide to Transportation

One of the greatest ways to take in Sri Lanka's natural beauty is by train, particularly the picturesque Kandy to Ella route that winds through tea plantations, jungles, and foggy hills.

Hoppers: A crispy-edged Breakfast Crepe

Hoppers, which are made with rice flour, coconut milk, and a little yeast, have a distinct texture that is soft in the center and crispy on the outside.

Curd: Sri Lanka’s Creamy Answer to Greek Yogurt

Curd has been made for generations, especially in the southern and eastern regions. Made from rich buffalo milk, curd is thicker and creamier than cow’s milk yogurt.

Tangalle: Sri Lanka’s Sleepy Southern Secret

There is no need to hurry in Tangalle. Just golden, broad beaches where footprints disappear as fast as they appear.

Hidden Beaches: The Lesser-Known Beaches of Sri Lanka’s South Coast

Let's explore seven of Sri Lanka's most serene and lesser-known south coast beaches that are worth seeing on your next trip there.

Anuradhapura: Sri Lanka’s Eternal Sacred City

Anuradhapura was Sri Lanka's first  capital and a flourishing hub of Buddhist politics, culture, and civilization.

Timeless Wonders: A Quick Guide to the Cultural Triangle of Sri Lanka

A highly developed and profoundly spiritual civilization, are dispersed throughout the island's north-central plains and rocky outcrops.

Kottu Roti: The Rhythmic Heartbeat of Sri Lankan Street Food

Kottu, which is sometimes spelled "kothu," is a mess. A yummy mess. A thin, flaky flatbread called "godamba roti" is the primary ingredient.

Mirissa: Where Coconut Palms Meet the Sea

Mirissa is more than just a beach town; it's an emotion. An emotion made out of the flicker of a whale's tail at sunrise, the soft murmur of waves at night, and the illumination of lanterns on golden sand.

Chasing Waves: The Best Surf Beaches in Sri Lanka

The surf scene in Sri Lanka is friendly, full of waves, and always inviting. There are waves for every skill level and beaches for every mood in Sri Lanka, whether you're an experienced surfer or a keen novice.

How to See Leopards in Yala: A Guide to Sri Lanka’s Elusive Big Cat

The highest number of leopards on Earth can be found in Yala National Park, which is situated on the southeast coast of Sri Lanka. Slightly larger than their African cousins, these leopards (Panthera pardus kotiya) are exclusive to the island.

Hiriketiya: Sri Lanka’s Horseshoe Bay of Bliss

Surfers love Hiriketiya for good reason. The left-hand break in the middle of the bay is thrilling for the more experienced but gentle enough for novices.

Wildlife

Kanneliya Forest Reserve: Sri Lanka’s Quiet Emerald Secret

Kanneliya Rainforest is a hidden treasure in southern Sri Lanka—less crowded, just as magical, and definitely worth the trip

Beach

Elephant Rock & Peanut Farm: Hidden Beach Escapes near Arugam Bay

Hiking up Elephant Rock for sunrise is for early-birds, if you're willing to start early. A little, uncrowded surf break just below the rock, performs best during the season, May to September.

Wildlife

Panama Lagoon: Sri Lanka’s Wild and Peaceful Hideaway

Panama Lagoon is where wild nature and complete peace meet whether your activity is paddling across calm waters at sunrise, observing elephants graze close to the shore.

Wildlife

Kumana National Park: Sri Lanka’s Untamed Eastern Wilderness

Kumana is quieter, wilder, and most importantly fulfilling for those who enjoy nature at its most unspoiled.

Wildlife

Sinharaja Forest Reserve: Where Sri Lanka’s Wild Heart Still Beats

Sinharaja ( Sinha -lion / Raaja-king) is probably the last stretch of main tropical rainforests left in Sri Lanka.

Beach

Arugam Bay: The Laid-Back Surf Town You’ll Never Want to Leave

Arugam Bay has an unusual sort of magic - Easygoing, sun-soaked, and bursting with character, Arugam Bay (or "A-Bay, as most call it)

Destinations

The Singing Fish of Batticaloa: Sri Lanka’s Quietest Mystery

A Sound Passed Down Through Generations, the silence around you and the stars above the sea make the wait worthwhile even if the fish do not sing that evening.

Beach

Nilaveli Beach: Where Time Slows Down on Sri Lanka’s East Coast

Nilaveli is a breath of fresh air for those who enjoy coastline peace and somewhat slower travel, you will find space—endless space, calm blue waves, and a quiet rhythm inviting you to just be.

Destinations

Trincomalee: Sri Lanka’s Serene Coastal Sanctuary

Trincomalee, one of the most beautiful natural deep-water harbors in the world, is situated on the eastern coast of Sri Lanka.

Beach

Pigeon Island National Park: A Snorkeler’s Dream Off the Coast of Trincomalee

Pigeon Island, one of the few maritime national parks in Sri Lanka, is named after the blue rock pigeons that nest here.

Culture

Koneswaram Temple: Where the Ocean Meets the Divine in Trincomalee

Koneswaram Temple, lies on a magnificent rock cliff called "Swami- Rock" offering a view of the deep blue Indian Ocean.

Destinations

Stilt Fishing Koggala

Stilt fishing is a type of fishing in which the angler sits patiently on a vertical pole with crossbars while waiting for a catch.