Our top Sri Lanka destinationsThis teardrop island off the coast of Southeast India packs a lot of history, beauty and pride between its rugged shores.There’s the west coast’s patchwork of faiths, communities and history, the colourful chaos of Jaffna, the rolling green Hill Country and national park safaris. And, on an island wrapped in coastline, there are boundless beaches: the east coast’s vast golden bays, and the south coast’s surfer alcoves and rolling blue waves.In short, you’re spoilt for choice. And on this relatively petite isle, distance isn’t the issue – deciding what to do is. We’ll help you start, plot the worthwhile detours, and leave space for moments that aren’t planned. Because Sri Lanka is at its best when it has space to surprise you (that’s how it earns its nickname – the “island of serendipity”). Overview Itineraries Experiences Places to visit Best time to visit Accommodation Image Image All Colombo & the West Cultural triangle Kandy & the hill country National Parks The East The North The South Sri Lanka UdawalaweA large national park packed with elephants and birdlife, easily accessible from the south coast. Sri Lanka WeligamaThe centrepiece of Sri Lanka’s surf scene and a popular beachside base. Sri Lanka WilpattuA lesser-known conservation area north of Colombo, for those seeking out wildlife in a peaceful setting. Sri Lanka YalaBrave the crowds for a leopard sighting in Sri Lanka’s most well-known safari park.