5 Reasons to Visit Sri Lanka This Year

Sri Lanka is slowly turning up on the globetrotter’s radar, transforming the island nation into one of the world’s top travel destinations. The country offers the ideal balance between nature and opulence, with a plethora of short hiking trails, picturesque waterfalls, and vast tea plantations, coupled with boutique hotels at exotic locations. The country is home to a few famous beaches, and has some of the best surfing spots in the world.

Here are 5 Reasons Sri Lanka Should be On Your Travel Bucket List

1. Pristine Beaches

The beaches on the southern part of the island are picture-perfect and devoid of human interference. The water here is crystal clear, and the sand extremely fine and without hidden stones. Unlike most other tropical Southeast Asian countries, Sri Lanka has not quite caught up with tourist influx. However, that is quickly changing.

2. Perfect Weather

Sri Lanka being a tropical destination, is home to clear blue skies and warm weather for the most part of the year. If you plan ahead and avoid the monsoons, the country offers exotic sunset views round the year. While the beaches tend to be warmer, the central region of the island has higher elevation and is hence a lot cooler than you would expect. A thorough research of the climate is a must before embarking on future Sri Lanka tours.

3. Cultural Heritage

Despite its limited landmass, Sri Lanka is home to a total of 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The country exhibits a rich and diverse culture, as it was colonized by the Dutch, British and the Portuguese between the early 1800s and 1900s. This is evident in the local art, architecture and cuisine, which has a slight hint of European influence.

4. Diverse Wildlife

Sri Lanka is home to a wide variety of animal species. The country has close to 6 major wildlife reserves, each famous for sheltering different varieties of birds and animals. Almost every Sri Lanka Tour Package will include jungle safari in some form or the other. Sri Lanka is the best place to spot Asian elephants and the elusive spotted leopard. Whale and dolphin spotting is equally popular.

5. Surfer’s Paradise

If you enjoy surfing, Sri Lanka is a hidden gem. You can easily customize Sri Lanka holiday packages to include surfing. While the coast offers the perfect waves for beginners, the pumping waves near the reef is a treat for the experts. Sri Lanka being a tropical paradise, the water is nice and warm. While surfing season in the south is between November and April, the eastern part of the island is accessible between May and October.