FAQ

Yes. Sri Lanka is considered safe for travellers, especially in popular tourist areas. As always, standard precautions and local guidance are recommended.

Sri Lanka is a year-round destination, but the most popular months are December to April for the south/west coast and May to September for the east coast.

Yes. Most travellers require an ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization), which can be applied for online before arrival. Sri Lanka Government Visa Application Site https://www.eta.gov.lk/slvisa/ SmmitsBridge Lanka Tours for any further clarifications/ Assistance.

Sri Lanka offers options for all budgets - from affordable stays to premium boutique resorts. Transportation, food, and entrance fees are reasonably priced.

Our standard luxury packages are priced using an all-inclusive, transparent model featuring 5-star hotel accommodation on a twin-sharing basis (with clearly listed exclusions). If you prefer budget options, we can offer alternatives that are approximately 30-40% lower in cost. However, we strongly recommend choosing the premium 5-star experience to truly indulge and enjoy the comfort, elegance, and exceptional service that define a SummitsBridge luxury tour.

A private, air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver is the best transport for touring Sri Lanka. SummitsBridge provides seamless airport-to-airport travel with luxury cars, spacious Toyota Hiace vans, and optional premium vehicles or domestic air transfers, ensuring comfort, safety, flexibility, and a stress-free luxury holiday experience.

Most travellers spend 7-10 days in Sri Lanka to experience beaches, wildlife, culture, tea country, and stunning coastal highlights. Short stays of 4-5 days cover key attractions, while 12-14 days allow deeper exploration.

At SummitsBridge Lanka Tours, every itinerary is fully customisable-letting you design a flexible, luxury holiday perfectly matched to your interests, pace, and travel style.

Sri Lanka uses the Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) for all local transactions, including shopping, dining, and day-to-day expenses.
However, all SummitsBridge Lanka Tours packages are fully priced in advance with clear, all-inclusive rates - meaning you only have minimal additional costs during your stay, such as tips, water sports costs or alcohol. These optional expenses are discussed transparently during the tour-planning stage, ensuring complete clarity and a seamless luxury travel experience.

Light clothing, sunscreen, comfortable shoes, swimwear, and a light jacket for the hill country. Modest attire is recommended when visiting temples.

Yes. Sri Lanka is very family-friendly with beaches, safaris, scenic train rides, cultural sites, and safe accommodation options.

You cannot legally drive in Sri Lanka with a foreign licence alone. Current regulations require an International Driving Permit (IDP) or a temporary local permit from the Department of Motor Traffic. In addition, rent-a-car options in Sri Lanka often have questionable vehicle quality, limited insurance, and inconsistent safety standards.
For a reliable, stress-free journey, SummitsBridge Lanka Tours recommends using our professional, fully insured private vehicles/ drivers with airport to airport responsibility.

Yes. Sri Lanka offers wide availability of vegetarian, vegan, and halal meals in most major towns and hotels.
SummitsBridge Lanka tours will discuss your meal related requirements during the tour-planning stage, ensuring complete clarity and a seamless luxury travel experience.

Everything from budget guesthouses to 5-star hotels, boutique villas, eco-lodges, and luxury resorts.

We offer fully customised itineraries, private and comfortable transport, transparent pricing, airport-to-airport support, and a seamless experience designed around your interests - not standard templates.

All standard packages include private cars for up to 3 guests or spacious Toyota Hiace vans for groups. Luxury vehicles and domestic air transfers are available on request.

Absolutely. Whether you want beaches, heritage sites, wildlife safaris, adventure, or hill-country views, we build the itinerary around your preferences and travel pace

Keep your itinerary balanced and not rushed. Sri Lanka is best enjoyed at a relaxed pace. Aim for 2–3 nights per major city (Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella, Galle) to avoid unnecessary long drives and to enjoy each place properly.

Choose private transport for multi-city tours. Public transport is scenic but slow. For comfort and efficiency, especially if you are covering several cities, private cars or vans are strongly recommended.
SummitsBridge always consider airport-to-airport private transport

Plan your route based on weather patterns. Sri Lanka has two monsoons.
a. South/West coast: best from December - April b. East coast: best from May - September
A weather-aligned itinerary ensures you get the best beaches and clear skies.

Book major attractions early. Popular hotels, Yala safaris, whale watching tours, and the Kandy-Ella train often sell out. Early booking ensures better rates and confirmed seats.
SummitsBridge recommend confirming your bookings between 90 - 60 days in advance where we will be able to pass on any early booking/ confirmation related discounts directly back to you - transparent cost adjustments will be made at the planning and booking confirmation stage.

Include a mix of culture, nature, and relaxation. The ideal Sri Lanka holiday blends Sigiriya or Kandy (culture), Yala or Minneriya (wildlife), Ella (scenic highlands), and the south coast (beach and relaxation).

Travel during daytime when possible. Sri Lanka’s roads are most enjoyable during daylight - especially through the hill country and coastal regions. It’s safer and more scenic. We always recommend daylight travel unless it’s the airport pickup or drop-off.

Yes. There are plenty of local unique experiences and you should try at least one Sri Lankan local experience. Some of them are cooking classes, village tours, a traditional rice & curry meal, a tea factory visit, or a river safari can make your trip feel more authentic.

Pack light but smart. Light clothing suits the tropics. Bring sunscreen, comfortable shoes, swimwear, and modest attire for temple visits. A light jacket is useful in cooler hill-country areas.

Always keep one free day. A buffer day helps you recover from travel fatigue and absorb the beauty of the surroundings - whether it’s a beach day or a casual wander around town. SummitsBridge standard tour packages always allow spare/ recovery time and we always recommend this to the guests during planning stage.

Generally, Sri Lanka is very easygoing and no restrictions, But respect cultural norms at religious sites. Cover shoulders and knees, remove hats, and avoid loud behaviour. Sri Lanka is welcoming, and small gestures of respect go a long way.

Choose accommodations with breakfast included. This adds convenience, saves time in the morning, and helps you start your daily tour without searching for food.
SummitsBridge generally arrange all meals included tours with transparent upfront communication on inclusions and any exclusions.

We strongly recommend you have a detailed plan and have some flexibility in the event your mood or preferences change whilst on travel.
SummitsBridge generally try and accommodate these requests as we go except there could be additional cancellation changes coupled with last minute booking premiums. Additionally, Weather, wildlife sightings, or local events can influence your plans. A bit of flexibility improves the overall experience.

SummitsBridge Recommendation for first-time visitors, a 8-10 day itinerary covering Sigiriya → Kandy → Ella → Yala → Galle offers the perfect blend of culture, scenery, wildlife, and beaches