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Safety & Health
Is Sri Lanka safe to visit?
Should I take any health precautions when traveling to Sri Lanka?
What is dengue fever and how can it be avoided?
I'm afraid of snakes. Are there any snakes in Sri Lanka? Can you find snakes in hotels?
Is Sri Lanka safe for solo female travelers?
Family travel
Is it easy to get medical help in Sri Lanka?
The best way to avoid falling ill is to look after yourself. Eat properly, make sure you get enough sleep and don’t try to cram too much strenuous activity into your holiday, especially in the first few days before you’ve acclimatized to the sun, water and food, and while you’re probably still suffering jetlag. Luckily, standards of medical care in Sri Lanka are good. Most doctors speak English and a significant number have trained in Europe, North America or Australia. All large towns have a hospital, and you’ll also find private medical clinics in Colombo. If you pay for treatment, remember to get receipts so that you can claim on your insurance policy. All larger towns have well-appointed pharmacies (signed by a red cross on a white circle) and can usually provide an English-speaking pharmacist. If stuck, any reputable hotel or guesthouse should be able to put you in touch with a local English-speaking doctor.
Do people in Sri Lanka speak English?
What do I need to know about driving in Sri Lanka?
Am I expected to tip in Sri Lanka?
I'm afraid of snakes. Are there any snakes in Sri Lanka? Can you find snakes in hotels?
What is the climate like in Sri Lanka?
