The Realm Journal
Practical Sri Lanka travel tips for Australians — visas, money, weather, transport and the little things we wish we had known.
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Where to stay in Negombo near Colombo airport: the best areas for your first or last night in Sri Lanka, things to do and tips for Australian travellers.
Where to stay in Sri Lanka: the best areas and accommodation types across the south coast, hill country, Cultural Triangle, Yala and east coast, for Australians.
How to hike Pidurangala Rock near Sigiriya: route, sunrise and sunset tips, what to bring and how it compares with Sigiriya, for Australian travellers.
When to visit Sri Lanka’s east coast: monsoons explained, the best months for Pasikuda, Trincomalee and Arugam Bay, plus a sample route for Australians.
How to see leopards in Yala National Park: the best months and time of day, spotting tips and responsible safari advice for Australian travellers.
Planning the Ella Rock hike in Sri Lanka? Route options, how long it takes, what to bring and safety tips from Australian travellers.
Everything Australians need to know about the Kandy to Ella train in Sri Lanka: classes, booking tickets, the best side to sit, what to pack and safety tips.
Visiting the Temple of the Tooth in Kandy: history, puja ceremony times, dress code, what to see and practical tips for Australian travellers.
A self-guided Galle Fort walking tour from an Australian traveller: the best route around the ramparts, lighthouse and old town lanes, with timing tips and FAQs.
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