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5N/6D Sri Lanka Backpacking Trip

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5N/6D
Colombo Airport
Colombo Airport,Sri Lanka
Min Age : 18+
Max People : 12

This is Tlow’s six-day backpacker road trip around the island nation of Sri Lanka. The trip starts off in the beach town of Negombo and moves to the Southern Districts of Galle & Matara with night stays in the lesser-known beach towns of, Hikkaduwa, and Mirissa. If you are someone who’s looking for a budget international trip either solo or with your spouse this is the trip for you.

Recommended Airport

Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Meeting Point

Negombo Town, Sri Lanka 

Price Includes

  • Air condition Homestays/Hotels
  • Private Taxi (AC)
  • Breakfast

Price Excludes

  • Visa fees
  • Travel from Hometown to Colombo Airport and back.
  • Lunch + Dinner (Approx. 500-700 all meals)
  • Entrance Fees
  • Anything not mentioned in Inclusions

Must Have

What to Expect

Our Sri Lanka road trip is an self exploration backpacking trip which, starts & ends at Colombo airport. The driver will double up as the trip lead for the entire journey from start to finish. 

So on our Sri Lanka trips expect mostly backpackers above the age bracket of 25+. With 95% being female solo travellers between the age of 25-35. The highlight of our Sri Lanka trip is our home stay accommodation at each and every beach village that we will spend a night at. 

If you’re a beach lover then Sri Lanka is an absolute must on your bucket list. 

  • Best Season: October to April
  • 4G Internet all over the country
  • Temperature: 25 to 38ºC
  • Currency: INR / LKR / USD
  • Must Do: Snorkling at Hikkaduwa
  • English & Tamil is easily understood
Blueprint

Day 1Negombo

– Arrive at Bandaranaike Airport by 12:00 HRS (noon)
– Hop onto the Vehicle
– Check into the homestay at Negombo (11 km = 30 mins)
– Freshen up and leave for Negombo sightseeing.
– Visit St. Sebastian’s church, The Dutch fort, Angurukaramulla Temple and the dry fish market.
– Watch the sunset at the beach.
– Return back post sundown.
– Rest of the evening at  leisure 

Day 2Kandy

– Post breakfast by 10:00 HRS, leave for the town of Kandy. (240 km = 3 hrs 5 mins)
– Reach Kandy by 12:00 HRS and check into our homestay for the night.
– Explore the town in a vehicle
– Rest of the evening at leisure.

Day 3Mirissa

– Post breakfast by 9:00 HRS, leave for the hippie town of Mirissa. (240 km = 5-6HRS)
– Enjoy the scenic drive
– Reach Mirissa by 12:00 HRS and check into our homestay.
– Catch the waves and watch the sky change colours for sunset.
– Visit Parrot Rock on Mirissa Beach.
– Post sundown, attend a beach party or have dinner by the beach.
– Spend the rest of the evening at leisure.
– Go for a swim in the ocean or read a book and watch the sunset.

Day 4Galle

– Post Breakfast around 11:00 HRS to the beach town of Boossa in Galle district. (42km = 1 hour)
– Reach Galle by lunchtime and explore the fort & lighthouse.
–  Arrive at our beach view cabana stay at Boossa by 15:00 HRS. (12km = 30 minutes)
– Spend the rest of the evening at leisure.
– Go for a swim in the ocean or read a book and watch the sunset.

Day 5Hikkaduwa

– Post breakfast by 11:00 HRS, leave by car to the beach town of  Hikkaduwa. (20 km= 45 mins)
– Check into our beach view homestay.
– Chill at Hikkaduwa Beach. (Famous for snorkeling)
– Return back to the homestay post sundown.
– Spend the rest of the evening exploring the town area cafes & flea market

Day 6Airport drop via Colombo

– Enjoy your morning at leisure on the beach, soaking up the sun or engaging in water activities.
– In the afternoon, make your way back to Colombo, the capital city of Sri Lanka.
– If time permits, you may take a city tour of Colombo, visiting attractions such as the Gangaramaya Temple, and the bustling Pettah Market.
– Transfer to Colombo International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your Sri Lanka trip.

Plan A

Group of 6+
1,63,800/-
  • 27,300 x6= 1,63,800
  • Stay: AC Guesthouses/homestays
  • Sightseeing as per blueprint
  • Transport: Van
  • Breakfast
  • 3 in a room
  • 5% GST

Plan B

Group of 3-4 ppl
1,26,000/-
  • 31,500 x 4= 1,26,000
  • Stay: AC Guesthouses/homestays
  • Sightseeing as per blueprint
  • Transport: Sedan/Van
  • Breakfast
  • 1 Family room
  • 5% GST

Plan C

Double sharing
84,000/-
  • 42,000 x 2= 84,000
  • Stay: AC Guesthouses/homestays
  • Sightseeing as per blueprint
  • Transport: Sedan
  • Breakfast
  • 2 in a room
  • 5% GST

Web Stories from Sri lanka

  • Solo backpacking to Sri Lanka

    6 day Sri Lanka backpacking

    See here

  • Boossa

    Cabana beach stay experience: Boossa

    See here

  • Sri Lanka Mirissa beach

    How travel heals anxiety

    See Here

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FAQ

General Questions

Q. Do Indians need a visa for Sri Lanka
Yes, you get an eVisa that you can apply at https://www.srilankaevisagov.com/apply-visa which takes around 72 hours to process.

Q. What currency works in Sri Lanka
USD is widely accepted across SriLanka, however, you may also get LKR (Lankan Rupees) at the airport in SriLanka. Usually, the availability of Lankan rupees is less in India. It is advisable to either exchange some small notes at the Sri Lanka Airport and carry additional USD

Q. What time do we have to reach the Sri Lanka Airport (Katunayake International Airport aka Bandaranaike International Airport)
Ideally, it is advisable to reach early morning before 12 Noon so that you can do most things on day 1 and also have enough time to rest

Accommodation related FAQs

Q. What kind of accommodation will be provided?
We will be using homestays and guesthouses all along the trip. Except at Boossa, its a cabana stay.

Q. Will the accommodation be clean?
Since no one in the world likes to keep their home untidy, it’s safe to say that every place we stay at will be clean and will give you a homely feel.

Q. Will we get a bed, blankets and pillows?
Yes, at every place we stay at you’ll get a blanket, a pillow and if not a bed then surely a mattress to sleep on.

Q. Will we get hot water for a bath?
Every guest house and homestay we stay at will have geysers so you’ll surely get to have a bath at least once a day.

Q. Will the rooms be based on gender or mixed?
It will be girls in a separate room and boys in a separate room, for all those backpacking solo.

Food-Related Questions

Q. Why is lunch and dinner not included
Sri Lanka is known for its diverse cuisines and we give the freedom to our travellers to have what they like, explore your tastebuds

Q. Is there enough vegetarian food option available
Yes, there will be enough vegetarian food options

Network Related Questions

Q. How do I get a sim card in Sri Lanka?
The mobile phone providers are Dialog, Mobitel, Etisalat, Airtel and Hutch. As soon as you exit Sri Lanka Airport, you can choose any network and procure a sim.

Q. Is there a cell phone network in Sri Lanka?
Yes, there is cell phone coverage in Sri Lanka. Dialog is the best network provider for tourists.

Q. Is there 3G/4G in Sri Lanka?
Surprisingly there is an excellent 4G network all over.

Travel related FAQ

Q. What will be our mode of transportation?

The entire trip will authentic backpacking which will include hopping in and out of local buses.

Q. Will the bus be Air conditioned?

No the bus will be Non Air conditioned.

Q. Will I get a seat in the bus?

Yes you will defiantly get a seat in the bus.

What is cancellation policy?

https://thelandofwanderlust.com/terms-conditions/

Natural Calamity FAQ

What if there is a natural calamity or delay due to an external factor?
-Any cost arising due to natural calamities like, landslides, road blockage, political disturbances(strikes), or any delay arising due to an external factor etc. (to be borne by the client, which is directly payable on the spot).

Solo Travel

Q. I’m a solo traveller can I enrol for this trip?

Yes you can enrol solo for this trip

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