Sri Lanka Honeymoon

Consider Sri Lanka for a honeymoon or romantic getaway.

With more than 1300km of gorgeous palm-fringed golden-sand beaches and a compelling mix of ancient cities, palaces and Hindu and Buddhist temples dotting emerald plains and lush jungle-clad mountains, Sri Lanka is a unique honeymoon destination and perfect for adventurous newlywed couples.

Things to do and see
In Sri Lanka you can discover an adventure playground of world-class diving, surfing, windsurfing and wildlife safaris.

Sunbathe, swim, snorkel and surf from an impressive expanse of golden-sand beaches that mainly lines the southern half of the island. Windsurf at Beruwela Beach and discover world-class diving among the underwater caves and pristine coral reefs of Bentota and Hikkaduwa beaches.

Inland, scramble over the ancient city ruins of Anuradhapura and Polannaruwa; spot leopards, bears and monkeys on an elephant safari through unspoiled rainforest; then hike to Adam’s Peak, Sri Lanka’s holiest mountain.

Examine the sacred tooth relic of the Lord Buddha at Kandy, breathe in the delicious aroma of fresh tea while roaming the Sri Lankan highlands, join an impromptu game of cricket on the beach and, for an insight into Sri Lanka’s enthralling culture, watch Kandy’s Esala Perahera procession or Colombo’s spectacular Vel Festival.

Accommodation
Sri Lanka offers a huge range of honeymoon accommodation options to suit all budgets.

Best time to visit Sri Lanka?
Any time. Sri Lanka is a year-round holiday destination with a tropical climate, high humidity and an average year-round temperature of 27°C, increasing to a high of 31°C in coastal regions. January is the coolest month, especially in the highlands where temperatures may drop by up to 7°C, and May is the hottest month.

Sri Lanka has two monsoon seasons, which produce a dry season from November to April on the southwest coast and highlands, and a wet season on the east coast. Alternatively, May to September is the dry season and the best time to visit the east coast, while the west is wet. For more climate info: Bentota Weather Guide

Location – Formerly known as Ceylon, Sri Lanka is located south of India in the Indian Ocean.

Getting there – Colombo's Bandaranaike international airport is 29km north of the city. How to get to Sri Lanka . . .