ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW   

ABOUT YOUR ITINERARY

Each itinerary is personally designed and curated by Lanka Destinations based on the information provided at the time of planning. Lanka Destinations retains editorial discretion to revise the presentation and layout of itineraries to enhance clarity and readability.

At the time an itinerary is shared, no accommodation or services are held or reserved unless specifically requested. Availability is confirmed only upon booking.

If a quoted room or service is unavailable at the time of booking, alternative options of a similar standard may be proposed by the travel service provider subject to availability.

The total price reflects the complete journey as designed and delivered through our trusted partners, including planning, coordination and on-the-ground services.

BEFORE YOU TRAVEL

All nationalities are required to obtain a visa to visit Sri Lanka. Exemptions may be declared from time to time for certain nationalities subject to government legislation.

British passport holders and other travellers must apply for an Electronic Travel Authorisation ETA online prior to departure to Sri Lanka. The application is completed online using accurate passport and personal details. Once issued, the ETA is provided electronically and should be retained for presentation on arrival.

Travellers must hold a valid passport with sufficient remaining validity for travel. It is the traveller’s responsibility to ensure passport validity meets current entry requirements at the time of travel.

For official guidance and applications, travellers should refer to the Sri Lanka Department of Immigration website at https://eta.gov.lk

British travellers are also encouraged to review the UK Government travel advice for Sri Lanka at
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/sri-lanka

TRAVEL AWARE - STAY SAFE & HEALTHY ABROAD

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office and the NHS provide up to date advice on staying safe and healthy while travelling abroad.

UK Government guidance on safety, security, local laws, passport and visa requirements is available via the Travel Aware campaign at https://travelaware.campaign.gov.uk

Up to date health advice for travel including vaccinations and general wellbeing abroad is available from the NHS at https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk

Travel advice and health guidance can change. Travellers are encouraged to check official sources regularly in the lead up to departure.

TRAVEL INSURANCE PROTECTION

All travellers must arrange comprehensive private travel insurance prior to departure. Travel insurance must protect against cancellation, curtailment, travel disruption, delays, loss or damage to luggage and personal belongings and include full medical cover and emergency repatriation as part of a comprehensive policy.

BOOKING AND PAYMENT INFORMATION

To confirm arrangements, a deposit of 50 percent of the estimated travel services cost is required within seven days of the invoice being issued. The balance is payable no later than 60 days prior to arrival.

Payments in respect of travel services are collected by The Bigger Picture International Limited trading as Lanka Destinations acting as agent only on behalf of the travel service provider.

TRAVEL

Cancellation and amendment terms are governed by the terms and conditions of the relevant travel service provider.

In general, travel services cancelled 60 days or less prior to arrival may be subject to a 100 percent cancellation charge. Travel services cancelled 61 days or more prior to arrival may not incur a cancellation charge. These terms may vary depending on the services booked and will be confirmed prior to payment.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Standard hotel check in time is 1400hrs and standard check out time is 1100hrs. Early arrival or late departure access should be arranged in advance as availability cannot be guaranteed on the day.

Travel times and distances shown in itineraries are estimates only and may vary due to traffic weather conditions or local circumstances.

Travellers are encouraged to use the services of the allocated chauffeur guide or national guide throughout their journey for safety clarity and continuity.

Special requirements such as room configuration dietary needs or accessibility should be discussed at the planning stage. While we are happy to coordinate requests with service providers these cannot always be guaranteed.

When visiting religious sites guests are asked to dress modestly covering shoulders and knees and to remove hats footwear and caps as a sign of respect.

OUR ROLE

Lanka Destinations acts as expert curator of itineraries.
The Bigger Picture International Limited acts as agent only in respect of travel services.

Travel services are supplied by AST (PVT) LTD who are responsible for their performance.