lonely planet sri lanka

1. What should I avoid in Sri Lanka?
2. How dangerous is Sri Lanka?
3. Is it safe to go to Sri Lanka alone?
4. How much money do I need per day in Sri Lanka?

What should I avoid in Sri Lanka?

13 Things Tourists Should Never Do in Sri Lanka, Ever

• Don't disrespect religion. ...
• Don't turn your back on a Buddha statue. ...
• Don't compare Sri Lanka to India. ...
• Don't get carried away in public. ...
• Don't take snaps without asking first. ...
• Don't try to check into a hotel with no beds. ...
• Don't take 'no' for an answer. ...
• Don't drink the tap water.

How dangerous is Sri Lanka?

By and large, Sri Lanka is super safe, particularly for travellers. The homicide rates are low, around 2.3%. In comparison, America is around 5%, while most European countries are less than 1%. Most homicides involve locals gangs or domestic violence, so attacks against travellers are extremely uncommon.

Is it safe to go to Sri Lanka alone?

Sri Lanka culture is predominately Buddhist, meaning that the country is very welcoming and safe for women travelling alone. ... It is a wonderful country to explore independently but if you are unsure what to see in Sri Lanka, you may feel more comfortable in a group tour for your Sri Lanka holidays.

How much money do I need per day in Sri Lanka?

You should plan to spend around LKR6,698 ($34) per day on your vacation in Sri Lanka, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, LKR1,407 ($7.07) on meals for one day and LKR589 ($2.96) on local transportation.