Cruise To Sri Lanka: A Complete Travel Guide
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Sri Lanka is a place to visit on a cruise. Many people go there to see the beaches, cities, wildlife and tropical landscapes. You can see history, nature and modern things all in one place. Its not too far from where the cruise ships dock.
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### Arrival by Cruise Ships
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Most cruise ships stop in Colombo. That’s where people usually arrive from countries. From there it’s easy to get to hotels, shops and tours around the city.
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### Top Places to Visit
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If you’re on a cruise you might want to visit:
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* Sigiriya
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* Kandy
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* Galle
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* Negombo
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These places have history, beaches and culture.
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### Short Trips on Shore
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People on cruises usually take day or full-day tours. You can:
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* Take a city tour
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* Visit temples
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* Relax on the beach
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* Go shopping
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* See sights around Colombo
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### Wildlife and Nature Tours
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Some people on cruises want to see animals and nature. Sri Lanka has:
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* Safaris
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* Birdwatching
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* Lagoon tours
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You can experience nature even if you don’t have time.
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### Shopping and City Experiences
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Colombo has:
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* Malls
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* Local markets
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* Restaurants
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* landmarks
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Many cruise passengers like to shop and eat in the city.
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### Best Time to Visit
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The time to visit Sri Lanka on a cruise is from December to April. The sea is calm. The weather is nice which is perfect, for cruises and shore trips.