Sri Lanka idea
5 Feb 2026 – 20 Feb 2026 · by paddiemaget
Destinations
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Negombo, Sri Lanka
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Ahangama, Sri Lanka
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Weligama, Sri Lanka
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Mirissa, Sri Lanka
Do a day trip to Ahangama for some dinner at
brine
Other restaunts too
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Hiriketiya Beach, Sri Lanka
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Tangalle, Sri Lanka
Kayaking in the mangroves
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Ella, Sri Lanka
Take the scenic train journey to Ella. Hike Little Adam's Peak(easy) and Ella Rock (moderate). Visit the Nine Arches Bridge and maybe a local waterfall like Diyaluma Falls.
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Sigiriya, Sri Lanka
Lions rock
ancient rock fortress & palace built by King Kashyapa in the 5th century
Reachable by bus to Inamaluwa Junction (near Dambulla) and then a tuk-tuk.
Tickets: Around $36 USD includes the museum
Best Times: Early morning for cooler climbs and fewer crowds
Ancient City of Polonnaruwa (cycling around city) and the Dambulla Cave Temple!
Day trip to
Rock and Pidurangala Rock can be done withinin a day
Pidurangala Rock for the best (and cheapest) view of the famous Sigiriya Lion Rock Fortress. Visit the Dambulla Cave Temple.
Leave via minivan to Mandy
Between £11-15
Each
Or taxi prices range from £30-80
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Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka
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Dambulla, Sri Lanka
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Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka
Rose quartz crystal
Big Buddha
Could also do AM safari at wilpattu national park (quiet safari, may see leopards)
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Wilpattu National Park, Sri Lanka
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Colombo, Sri Lanka