Q: Are elephant rides available?
A: No, we do not advocate for elephant riding among our esteemed customers, and the Elephant Freedom Project is strictly forbidden from doing so.
Q: Can we roam the national parks on foot?
A: Definitely NO! The passengers are not allowed to get down from the safari jeep.
Q: Where is the driver going to be staying?
A: The majority of hotels offer accommodations for drivers; if not, they will remain nearby your hotel.
Q: What kind of food is served in Sri Lanka?
A: Sri Lankan food is renowned for achieving an exquisite fusion of herbs, spices, fruits, vegetables, rices, and fish. Typically, the diet focuses on rice, and since coconut is always readily available, it is a common element in most dishes. The sea ensures a year-round fresh supply of crabs, prawns, squids, and King Fish, which play a significant part in Sri Lankan cuisine. Fish is used in all forms, including fresh and preserved, and the recipes are influenced by a variety of cultural elements, including ethnic groups, colonizers, and regional customs, among others, that Sri Lanka has absorbed through the years. Along with its neighboring Asian and Southeast Asian neighbors, Sri Lanka’s food is mostly influenced by South Indian, Dutch, and Indonesian cuisine. On your trip to the island nation, you must sample a traditional Sri Lankan cuisine of rice and prawn curry. If you’re feeling very daring, try the Kiribath, which is rice cooked in salted coconut milk and topped with a relish composed of red onion and chili peppers.
Q: Which hill station in Sri Lanka is the most well-liked?
A: There are a number of hill stations in Sri Lanka recognized for their brisk climates and sprawling woods perfect for nature hikes and bird watching. The most well-known hill station in Sri Lanka is Nuwara Eliya, which is renowned for its undulating tea estates. Nuwara Eliya is as picturesque as it gets because of the area’s abundance of waterfalls, gardens, tea plantations, and lakes. The colonial-era structures, foggy golf courses, and the gorgeous, chilly environment all add to the atmosphere. It’s not surprising that it’s also called Little England. On your journey to Sri Lanka, you can also visit the following hill stations: Kandy, Ella is notable for its unique nine-arched railway bridge, a building from the colonial era, and Kitulgala, which is tucked away in a natural forest.
Q: Which beaches in Sri Lanka are the most well-known?
A: Despite being remote and offering a tranquil atmosphere, Hiriketiya on the south coast is becoming more and more popular with tourists. The region’s coastline is lined with pristine beaches, the most beautiful of which is the horseshoe-shaped bay of Hiriketiya, which is also close to some fantastic lodging options. Another great beach on the west coast may be found in Bentota, which is bordered by several charming hotels and runs south from the pristine Bentota lagoon. The Bentota beach is also the center of Sri Lanka’s water sports. For example, you can enjoy kayaking and jet-skiing in the lagoon’s calm waters while the others take boat excursions through the mangrove forests. In between Galle and Colombo, this is located. Arugam Bay, a palm-lined beach with several charming guest houses nearby, located on the east coast and was first made famous by surfers.
Q: What is Sri Lanka’s official currency, and can I exchange money there?
A: You should be aware of Sri Lanka’s local currency and the current exchange rate as you choose one of the travel packages to Sri Lanka. Then exchange your USD for LKR at a live rate at one of the banks outside the Colombo airport. Many hotels in Sri Lanka accept USD as a form of payment, and most foreign credit cards are also accepted there.
Q: What language is spoken in Sri Lanka?
A: The majority of Sinhalese speak their native language, Sinhala, while a smaller percentage speaks Tamil. The majority of hotel staff, entertainment venues, and cab drivers speak and understand English, which acts as a connecting language. As a result, English is widely used throughout the nation, particularly in tourism areas like Bentota, Colombo, Negombo, and Kandy, among others. It might not be the case, however, if you’re traveling in a remote area where people speak exclusively their native tongue. However, in general, English is enough to move around in Sri Lanka.