Nature was always on this tear-dropped island’s side, blessing it with a favourable position in the balmy Indian Ocean, bestowing it with pristine beaches and diverse underwater life and decorating it with verdant forests that in turn house some of the most rare and beautiful species of flora and fauna.
The magnificent forts, stunning temples and splendid ruins scattered across the country display unique and priceless heritage gems in art, architecture and human values.
Southall Travel, one of the most popular ATOL protected travel companies of the UK, designs a wonderful range of holidays for all sorts of tourists. Whether you want to book a flight to Sri Lanka or a stay at a luxury hotel, we promise to serve you with the best of a Sri Lanka holiday. Browse our impression collection of Sri Lanka tours that take you through the breathtaking natural splendours and cultural delights at all corners of the island country. Furthermore, if you wish to discover this paradise as a part of your multi-centre holiday, we have exciting deals that won’t break the bank.
Major Attractions in Sri Lanka
Whether you are travelling to the bustling capital of Colombo or sacred Kandy/Anuradhapura, to striking Galle or quaint Sigiriya, to serene Negombo/Bentota or wild Hambantota, your Sri Lanka holiday is bound to be marked by moments of absolute joy, awe and wonderment. The breathtaking train journeys, astonishing wildlife encounters, thrilling adventure opportunities, lip-smacking food and rejuvenating wellness treatments are just a few of the treats in store.
Best Time to Visit Sri Lanka
Fortunately, the weather of the country is as welcoming as its people, remaining conducive to tourism all year round due to its two monsoons. If you know how to plan, you can see a whole different side of the country even after frequent visits.
Tips and Advice
Visitors from the UK need a visa, issued for a maximum period of 30 days for entering Sri Lanka. You can get the visa on arrival but it is advisable to get it online before the travel. For up-to-date advice on visas, check with the Sri Lankan High Commission in the UK. A number of airlines run direct and indirect flights from London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR) and other major UK airports to Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo, Sri Lanka. SriLankan Airlines runs non-stop flights from LHR, taking up to 10hrs 30mins to land in Colombo.
