Sri Lanka

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(8 addresses)

The tumultuous Spice Island

Formerly known by the English as Ceylon, Sri Lanka is a fascinating island 435 km long and 225 km wide to the south-east of India. Shaped like a pearl, it well deserves its name inspired by mythological poems, the Isle of Fortune. Indeed, in Sri Lanka one finds a concentration of exceptional cultural sites (Polonnaruwa, Anuradhapura, Sigiriya Rock, Dambulla, Kandy), of coconut-fringed beaches (Tangalle, Trincomalee), of resplendent natural parks (Yala, Horton Plains, Uda Walawa), proud colonial remains (Colombo, Fort de Galle), of flourishing tea plantations (famous black tea Ceylon Pekoe, of royal botanic gardens (Kandy), and a whole host of heavenly boutique hotels. 

WHEN TO VISIT SRI LANKA

SOUTH, SOUTH-WEST & MOUNTAINS

December to March

NORTH & EAST

April to September

VISIT THE IMPERIAL CITIES

Ideally February and March

OUR ADDRESSES IN SRI LANKA

Amangalla

Sri Lanka - Southern Province

Style : A devilishly chic colonial mansion, worthy of an Agatha Christie film set Location : On the southwest coast of Sri Lanka, a 2-hour drive south of Colombo Capacity : 30 Rooms & Suites Highlights : A historic address not to be missed, ideally located for wandering through the charming port city of Galle

Amanwella

Sri Lanka - Southern Province

Style : : Minimalist lines designed by the architect Geoffrey Bawa, a champion of tropical modernism Location : On the south coast, outside Tangalle, a 1 hour and 15 minute drive east of Galle Capacity : 30 Suites with private pool Highlights : A dream location on the south coast within a 15-hectare coconut grove, all with the service and elegance inherent to the Aman group

Ceylon Tea Trails

Sri Lanka - Mountain Region

Style : A classic and colonial address offering unique settings Location : In the centre of Sri Lanka, perched at an altitude of 1250 metres, right in the heart of the famous tea plantations Capacity : 27 Rooms & Suites spread across 5 bungalows, each with a different scent Highlights : The altitude, the lake, the tea bushes, the planters’ bungalow, the magic of the setting takes hold, making the tasting of the golden tea all the more exquisite

Chena Huts

Sri Lanka - Southern Province

Style : A cosy and secluded lodge with nest-like huts that beautifully reflect mother nature Location : On the southeastern coast of Sri Lanka, at the gates of Yala National Park Capacity : 14 cabins with private pool between jungle, dune and ocean Highlights : A terribly wild atmosphere, mixing the song of the sea with the calls of the jungle

Jungle Beach

Sri Lanka - East Coast

Style : A rather understated tropical and contemporary ambiance, designed to blend into its verdant surroundings Location : On the east coast of Sri Lanka, 25 km north of Trincomalee Capacity : 48 villas spread between the beach, lagoon and jungle Highlights : Jungle Beach offers you the opportunity to combine nature, culture and beach in an exceptional and authentic environment

Santani

Sri Lanka - Mountain Region

Style : A luxurious wellness-centric retreat in a stunning natural setting with a sleek design Location : In the heart of an old tea plantation, a 1 hour 15 minute drive northeast of the city of Kandy Capacity : 20 chalets, including 4 family chalets (for children over 12 years old) Highlights : It is Sri Lanka's first «holistic hotel» offering Ayurveda, detox, yoga and spa

TRI

Sri Lanka - Southern Province

Style : A designer and ecological architecture that blends into the landscape, with interiors that have a clean look Location : On the south coast of Sri Lanka, on the edge of Koggala Lake, 45 minutes' drive from the fortified city of Galle Capacity : 11 Lake-Facing Rooms & Villas Highlights : An admirable lakeside retreat to rebalance yourself and, why not, heal yourself with Quantum Yoga

Ulagalla

Sri Lanka - Cultural Triangle

Style : A 19th-century former manor house restored as a boutique hotel with beautiful colonial and modern-inspired villas Location : In the north-central part of the island, a 30-minute drive from the ancient capital of Anuradhapura Capacity : 20 Villas with pool Highlights : The living spaces are incredibly spacious and romantic, with an absolutely superb pool and the manor house as a backdrop

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PRACTICAL GUIDE

ENTRANCE AND SECURITY

- Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) mandatory
- Passport valid for at least 6 months after entry into the territory

CLIMATE

- West and South coast of the island: heavy monsoon from May to August, dry season from November to March
- East and North coast of the island: short monsoon from October to February, dry season from April to September

TIME DIFFERENCE

- Sri Lanka is at GMT+5:30
- In summer, +3h30 time difference
- In winter, +4h30 time difference

LANGUAGE

- Sinhalese and Tamil are the official languages
- English spoken in tourist areas

HEALTH & VACCINATION

- Vaccination record update

CURRENCY

- The currency is the Sri Lankan Rupee
- 1,000 LKR = €2.83 (July 2025)

ELECTRICITY

- 220 volts
- Three-pin round sockets
- Await an adapter

TIP

- 50 $ per person per day for the guides
- 20 $ per person per day for driver-guides
- 5 to 10 $ per person per day for taxis
- 5 to 10 $ per person per day in the restaurant and for other services

As this information may change, we invite you to consult
The website of your country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs

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