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RESPONSIBLE SRI LANKA

Travel with
context.

Responsible travel is less about a perfect checklist and more about understanding the places, people and environments you are visiting.

Baby Sri Lankan Elephant at Yala National Park
Choose quiet observation over a close encounter. Photo credit

01 / WILDLIFE

Give wildlife space.

Choose operators who follow park rules, avoid chasing animals and keep appropriate distance. Follow official park guidance and accept that sightings are never guaranteed.

SL Kandy asv2020-01 img34 Sacred Tooth Temple
Religious places are living places of worship. Photo credit

02 / CULTURE

Respect living traditions.

At temples and other religious places, follow local dress, footwear, photography and behaviour rules. Ask before photographing people or private spaces.

Secret beach - Mirissa Sri Lanka
Enjoy the coast while protecting its habitats. Photo credit

03 / COASTS & NATURE

Leave landscapes as you found them.

Reduce single-use waste, keep beaches and trails clean, avoid taking natural objects and follow local marine or conservation rules.

Lighthouse Galle, Sri Lanka
Make room for local businesses and everyday life. Photo credit

04 / LOCAL ECONOMY

Let your spending travel locally.

Local guides, small businesses, community experiences and locally owned accommodation can help more of the travel value remain in the destination.

SL Demodara near Ella asv2020-01 img02
A slower journey leaves time to notice more. Photo credit

05 / SLOWER ROUTES

Fewer stops can mean more Sri Lanka.

Long travel days have a cost in time and energy. Consider staying longer in a region, using scenic transport where practical and leaving space for local recommendations.

MAKE ROOM FOR THE ISLAND

Choose a slower starting point.

Shape a route around the places you care about, with room to stay longer.

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