Best Time to Visit Sri Lanka – A Seasonal Perfect Travel

As you may already know Sri Lanka is an island surrounded by breathtaking coastlines that offer some of the best beach experiences to its visitors, especially for beach lovers, people in love with sunrises and sunsets and water sports adventurers. 

One thing you might witness in Sri Lanka, as you travel from one city to another, is the climatic differences existing between regions in Sri Lanka. Therefore, the best time to visit a beach in Sri Lanka, entirely depends on which beach you are hoping to visit. 

If you are hoping to visit the beaches in Sri Lanka simply to bask under the sun and to have a quick swim, of course, you can hit the beaches at any time of the year. But in case you are looking to pump up your excitement by opting for surfing and other water sports, it is best to go with the best timings when visiting the beaches in Sri Lanka.

The best time for whale watching tours, similar to beach visits, depends on the region you are planning to visit in Sri Lanka.

However, unpredictable climatic changes can cause difficulties in going whale watching, as you have to sail a few kilometres into the sea to spot whales and dolphins. 

Make sure to contact a liable local tour operator to get updated information and to experience government authorized whale watching tours.

If you are someone into trekking and/or hiking, Adam’s Peak, Horton Plains and Knuckles Mountain Range are some of the all-time favourite trekking hotspots in Sri Lanka. 

The best time to visit these locations can be mentioned as follows;

Of course, you can opt to visit these locations during the off-season. Advantages would be that these locations may not be over crowded, making it easy to trek and hike at your own pace. In addition, you will witness the same scenic views present during the seasons. 

However, the experience would not be the same as visiting during the best time of the year as the monsoon rains and other unpredictable climatic changes can hinder your trekking and hiking experiences, sometimes making it too dangerous as well. 

If you are interested in opting for a tour around Sri Lanka, including a variety of trekking opportunities, opt for our 3-weeks tour itinerary or 4-weeks tour itinerary to experience a stress free journey across Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka–home to a wide array of wildlife–owns several national parks, which are popular for its diverse ecosystems and rich biodiversity. Yala, Udawalawa, Wilpattu and Horton Plains are of significance. Elephants, leopards, wildboars, spotted deer, and water buffaloes are some of the many animal varieties taking shelter in these sanctuaries.

In order to reap the maximum advantage of your wildlife exploration journey make sure to visit these locations at the right time of the year.

Aforementioned times of the year bring in the dry season for those parks. The speciality is that, during the dry season animals are compelled to roam around and gather around water sources, thus increasing the chance of witnessing animals in their natural habitat

When referring to the central highlands in Sri Lanka, sight seeing at Nuwara Eliya and Ella are the two most prominent activities available at the Central Highlands  in Sri Lanka. Trekking, hiking, wildlife exploration, tea plantation tours, sight seeing, cultural experiences, you name it, Nuwara Eliya and Ella have it all. 

Yes, anyone can visit these two destinations at any time of the year. Less crowded areas may be an advantage of travelling during the off season, but at the same time, heavy rainfall during the off season can limit you from going outdoors, making the cities less interesting. 

If you wish to experience the true beauty and splendour of these cities, make sure to visit them during their season times.

Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa–recognized as two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Sri Lanka–were two ancient capitals during the reign of kings. Ruins of various buildings, majestic Buddhist pagodas, large man made lakes, carving on granite stones and mindblowing irrigation systems used during those days portray the intelligent and clever engineering capabilities of Sri Lankans.

Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa usually have a dry climate, making it favourable to visit these at any time of the year. However, choosing the peak season may suit you as it may offer a pleasant climate with cooler temperatures when compared to the off season.

As you now know, Sri Lanka is an island nation that has something interesting to offer every month of the year. Depending on the region you are visiting and the activity you are interested in, the best time to visit Sri Lanka may differ accordingly. To make your tour to Sri Lanka stress free and to reap the maximum benefit of your visit, ensure to contact a liable local tour operator. 

Arabiers –owning up to four decades of experience in tour operating–promises to give its customers the best experience in Sri Lanka. Their collection of local tour itineraries, ranging from 2-days local tours to 4-weeks tour itineraries, ensure a safe and comfortable journey across Sri Lanka, assisting its customers to enjoy to their heart’s content.