Guided Touring in Sri Lanka

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Passports

To enter Sri Lanka, passports should have one blank page and be valid for no less than six months from date of arrival.

Visas

Since 1 January 2012 all passenger arrivals (except Singaporean and Maldivian) to Sri Lanka must obtain ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation), prior to their arrival by logging into www.eta.gov.lk. The Visa required is a Double-Entry Tourists Visa applicable for 30 days from the date of arrival in Sri Lanka and costs US $20.

Important: All passengers traveling to Sri Lanka from 1 January 2012 are required to submit the following at the port of entry to Sri Lanka:
        a) Valid passport (not less than 6 months)
        b) A copy of the ETA approval notice
        c) Return air ticket
        d) Sufficient funds

Health advice

Before booking, you should check with your doctor to see if any health precautions are needed. The following websites provide a wealth of information on travelling and health: www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk www.traveldoctor.co.uk

Climate

Sri Lanka is warm and sunny year round with average temperatures of 27°C (80°F) on the coast and around 20°C (68°F) in the hills. It can rain at any time of the year, but the driest season in the west, south and central highlands is October to March.