Top 15 Things to Do in Sri Lanka – From Sigiriya to Whale Watching

Best things to do in Sri Lanka. Attractions and experiences.

Top experiences in Sri Lanka: (1) Climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress. (2) Safari in Yala National Park for leopards and elephants. (3) Take the scenic train from Kandy to Ella. (4) Explore Galle Fort. (5) Whale watching in Mirissa (December–April). (6) Temple of the Tooth, Kandy. (7) Dambulla cave temples. (8) Tea country and Nuwara Eliya. (9) Nine Arch Bridge, Ella. (10) Beaches at Unawatuna, Mirissa, Tangalle.

Add spice garden visits, cooking classes, and village walks for a deeper cultural experience. Our small group Sri Lanka tours include many of these highlights with expert guides.

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