https://thetrailsofceylon.com/ Expert travel guides and itineraries for Sri Lanka — destinations, activities, visa info and planning resources. en-gb hello@thetrailsofceylon.com (The Trails of Ceylon) hello@thetrailsofceylon.com (The Trails of Ceylon) Sun, 25 Oct 2026 07:22:23 GMT https://thetrailsofceylon.com/apple-touch-icon.png https://thetrailsofceylon.com/ https://thetrailsofceylon.com/blog/sri-lanka-budget-travel/ https://thetrailsofceylon.com/blog/sri-lanka-budget-travel/ How to travel Sri Lanka cheaply — budget accommodation, cheap transport, free attractions and money-saving tips. Tue, 20 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://thetrailsofceylon.com/blog/sri-lanka-photography-guide/ https://thetrailsofceylon.com/blog/sri-lanka-photography-guide/ The best photography locations in Sri Lanka — from Sigiriya at sunrise to the tea country in the mist. 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Tue, 01 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://thetrailsofceylon.com/blog/best-time-visit-sri-lanka/ https://thetrailsofceylon.com/blog/best-time-visit-sri-lanka/ When to visit Sri Lanka — a complete month-by-month breakdown of weather, seasons and the best time to visit each region. Tue, 25 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://thetrailsofceylon.com/blog/adams-peak-hiking-guide/ https://thetrailsofceylon.com/blog/adams-peak-hiking-guide/ Everything you need to know about hiking Adam's Peak — the best route, timing, what to expect, and how to reach the summit for sunrise. Thu, 20 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://thetrailsofceylon.com/blog/best-beaches-sri-lanka/ https://thetrailsofceylon.com/blog/best-beaches-sri-lanka/ From the surf at Arugam Bay to the turtle-watching beaches of Rekawa — Sri Lanka's best beaches ranked and reviewed. 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Sat, 01 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://thetrailsofceylon.com/blog/ella-travel-guide/ https://thetrailsofceylon.com/blog/ella-travel-guide/ Everything you need to know about Ella — Nine Arch Bridge, Little Adam's Peak, the best hikes, restaurants and guesthouses. Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://thetrailsofceylon.com/blog/sigiriya-tips/ https://thetrailsofceylon.com/blog/sigiriya-tips/ Avoid the crowds, beat the heat, and make the most of your Sigiriya visit with these practical insider tips. Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://thetrailsofceylon.com/blog/sigiriya-rock-fortress-guide/ https://thetrailsofceylon.com/blog/sigiriya-rock-fortress-guide/ Everything you need to know about visiting Sigiriya — the history, how to climb it, what to see and the best time to go. Sat, 15 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT