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View all0answersWhich SIM card is best for tourists in Sri Lanka?General Questions
Landing at Colombo airport next week. Should I get Dialog, Mobitel or Hutch? I mostly need data for maps and WhatsApp. Is it cheaper to buy at the airport or in town?
2answersYala or Udawalawe safari for seeing elephants?Places & Attractions
We only have time for one safari. Our main goal is seeing elephants (leopards would be a bonus). Which park would you recommend, and is a half-day safari enough?
Udawalawe1answerBudget guesthouses in Ella under $30 a night?Accommodation
Looking for a clean, quiet guesthouse in Ella with a view, around $20-30 a night. Is it better to book online or just walk in during the low season?
Ella3answersIs it safe to travel solo as a woman on the south coast?Safety & Travel Assistance
I'm planning two weeks around Mirissa, Weligama and Galle on my own. Are there any areas or situations I should be careful about? How about taking buses at night?
Helpful answer chosen Mirissa2answersWhere can I try authentic kottu roti in Colombo?Food & Local Experiences
I keep hearing about kottu roti and I want to try a really good, local version rather than a tourist restaurant. Any recommendations in Colombo? Vegetarian options would be a bonus.
Colombo3answersIs Sigiriya better to climb early morning or in the afternoon?Places & Attractions
I will be in Dambulla for two days. I've read that Sigiriya gets very hot and crowded. When is the best time to climb, and is Pidurangala a good alternative for sunrise?
Helpful answer chosen Sigiriya4answersBest way to get from Kandy to Ella by train?Travel & Transportation
We are planning to take the famous train from Kandy to Ella next week. Should we book reserved seats in advance or just buy tickets at the station? Which side of the train has the best views? Any tips on which departure time to choose would be great.
Helpful answer chosen Kandy1answerHow much should a tuk-tuk from Colombo Fort to Galle Face cost?Travel & Transportation Closed
A driver asked me for 2000 rupees for this short ride. That seems a lot. What is a fair price, and should I use metered tuk-tuks or apps?
Colombo3answersWhat should I wear when visiting the Temple of the Tooth?Local Advice & Culture Closed
We are visiting the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy. What is the dress code? Do we need to take off our shoes, and is there a place to leave them?
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