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Sri Lanka

Kandy

Hill country, tea estates, and the train ride people come for.

When to go

Feb, Mar, Jun tend to be the best months here. Nov is usually the one to avoid.

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Feb
29° / 20°Dry
Mar
31° / 20°Light rain
Jun
28° / 22°Light rain

What a day costs

Food and getting around, per person per day. Flights and accommodation are on top.

Backpacking
IDR 160,000per day
Comfortable
IDR 255,000per day
Treating yourself
IDR 490,000per day

Getting there

Visa for an Indonesian passport
e-Visa needed
Airport
CMB

Visa rules change. Check with the embassy before you book anything.

Things to book ahead

  • Best for tours and activities
  • Best for international esim card

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