Holidays to Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Holidays

Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, is an Asian island in the Indian Ocean near south east India. Topographically, it is for the main part a flat country with mountains rising in a central area in the south. Sri Lanka has a tropical climate with an average temperature of around thirty in the lowlands. Considering its size, the biodiversity of the island is remarkable. It has twenty-four wildlife reserves with such species as Asian elephants, leopards, sloth bears, wild boar as well as a host of others. Its flora is equally diverse. The island is home to two hundred and fifty species of birds.

Low Cost Sri Lanka Holidays

Low cost Sri Lanka holidays satisfy on many fronts. A beautiful landscape, charming people, interesting towns and cities, stunning beaches and a wide variety of tourist attractions combine to bring many visitors to its shores. If all you want is a relaxing break in the sun, listening to waters gently lapping at your feet, you have a good choice of resorts. The likes of Ahungalia or Marawila would satisfy. If diving is your hobby, Beruwela has an off shore reef with a wide variety of marine life. The ship wrecks around the island are of great interest to divers. Apart from diving, you'll find the resorts provide a range of water sports. The hills and rain forests give opportunities for safaris or adventure holidays. One of the island's premier attractions is the Pinnawela elephant orphanage. Who can resist a trip to see those delightful creatures.

Sri Lanka is proud of its hospitality and its welcome of strangers. Accommodation reaches high standards of comfort and service is excellent. If you enjoy spicy food you are in for a treat as most traditional dishes are rather hot. If this is not to your liking, you need not worry as menus cater for the western palate and you'll find a wide range of international food. Fish is a prominent feature of menus. Sri Lanka, in common with most Asian countries, offers great opportunities for shoppers with shops and markets galore. Jewellery is a popular purchase as the island has a natural supply of precious stones.

If you are looking for a cheap holiday, Sri Lanka does not immediately spring to mind. Its distant shores and exotic reputation, its luxurious accommodation and fine restaurants, is reflected in its tariffs. However, if it is your destination of choice, Cheekytrip can find you the Sri Lanka holiday that offers best value. As a price comparison site with more than three dozen travel companies all vieing for your custom, you are sure to get a good deal. All it takes is one quick search. Simply enter your destination, your point of departure and your dates and within a matter of seconds we'll show you the Sri Lanka holiday that costs the least. All you need then do is make the call and book. Since offers change on a daily basis, if you wish to avoid disappointment, book now.