Is Sri Lanka worth visiting?
Is Sri Lanka worth visiting?
Here’s why we think you should visit this paradise island before it reaches its’ target of 5 million tourists.
Sri Lanka offers something for everyone.
Sri Lanka offers a wide variety of experiences for you to enjoy on holiday.
Whether you love the beach, history, culture, hiking, animals or nature it packs in a lot for a small island (similar in size to Ireland).
If you are after nightlife then stopping in Colombo, Galle, Kandy or Ella should keep you entertained.Â
Is Sri Lanka worth visiting? It is for the variety of what's on offer.
Backpacking, climbing mountains, river rafting, whale watching, riding a zip wire and wave boarding are all on offer to get your heart racing.
Tranquil walks through nature and birdwatching tours. Yoga & meditation retreats and remote glamping are available for those who want a quieter time to work on ones soul.
Tourist numbers are going up.
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We would recommend that you visit sooner than later.
The Tourist Board in Sri Lanka has a plan to increase tourist numbers from under 2 million to 5 million by 2029.
We hope that the country will not get to a level where it needs to restrict numbers. We don’t want to be like Barcelona, The Sechelles, Bhutan, Machu Picchu, Galapagos Islands, The Forbidden City and Lord Howe Island.Â
Is Sri Lanka worth visiting?It packs a big punch for a small island.
Sri Lanka is 65,610 sq. km. in area which compares with the Republic of Ireland which is 70,273 sq. km.
The road network has been improved in more recent years however, it does take longer than anticipated to get around. We have lots of German guests at GlenMyu Estate who are used to flying down the autobahn. They are surprised when the same distance covered Sri Lanka can take three or fours times the time to complete. However, Sri Lanka is all about the journey and enjoying what you see on the way.
The variety of experiences and what you will see makes the time you spend on this paradise island worth it.
Come at different times of the year.
The country is now marketing itself as an all year round destination and a place where you will visit again and again.
Monsoons hit the North West and South East of the island at different times of the year.
This opens up parts of the island which are best to see in particular months.
The high tourist season has been during the Northern Hemisphere winter during December to March. The South and East of the country are monsoon free and getting a tan when others are shivering at home is an attractive proposition.
The North and the East.
The North and the East coasts are best seen during April or May to September when lots of European tourists are in the Mediterranean seeking the sun.Â
This part of the country has only been open in more recent years as it was not a place you could visit due to the civil war which ended in May 2009.
Investment in tourism has started in the North and East. Guests that have stayed with us at GlenMyu Estate have advised to go now, before it gets too busy.
Is Sri Lanka worth visiting? Different months, different places to explore.
You can experience the Sri Lankan Hill country for most months in the year.
In October the island is hit by the inter Monsoon and you would need to have good luck during that month to get some rain free days.
Climate change looks like it is changing the weather patterns in Sri Lanka, so there is no guarantee that you will be basking in the sun.
Recent guests from Australia stayed at GlenMyu Estate during the tail of the Inter monsoon and had a spectacular sunrise at Lipton’s Seat. You can read about their experience on our blog post “Sri Lanka’s most beautiful place”.Â
So, holidaying in Sri Lanka can pose a bit of a risk however you may win by by being derived a unique experience.Â
Is Sri Lanka worth visiting?- Summary
We would say that Sri Lanka is definitely worth visiting.
From our experience every one of our guests have loved their holiday in Sri Lanka. They are amazed by the people, what they see and the food that they eat around this small island.
Come over and experience this gem before it gets too busy.
Stay at GlenMyu Estate to explore the Sri Lankan Hill Country
A stay at GlenMyu Estate as you explore the Sri Lankan Hill Country and see sights like Horton Plains National Park is a unique experience.
We only have three bedrooms and you will need to book early during the peak holiday season.
The estate is usually within an hours drive of the major sightseeing locations such as Nine Arch Bridge, Ella Town, Upper Diyaluma Waterfall, Lipton’s Seat, Bambarakanda Waterfall and many more,
GlenMyu Estate is listed on Booking.com and Airbnb.
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