20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka

20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka
20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka
20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka

If you’re on the hunt for the best surf town in Sri Lanka, Hiriketiya is an absolute must-visit (that’s where I took the picture of all those surfboards). We spent over a month surfing and chilling on the beach here, and it’s hands down our favorite spot in Sri Lanka. If you want to find out more about it, check out our guide on where to stay in Hiriketiya.

20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka
20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka
20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka

Nuwara Eliya, with its charming tea plantations and British architecture, feels like stepping into a time capsule of colonial Sri Lanka. It’s a place where you can almost feel the British influence everywhere—it’s such a unique experience to explore! You can even enjoy a high tea at the Grand Hotel; it’s a must-try. Check out our guide on where to stay in Nuwara Eliya!

20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka
20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka
20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka
20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka
20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka
20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka

Even though Hiriketiya may be on the smaller side, the food scene here is an absolute banger! There are so many amazing cafes and restaurants that you’ll be busy for weeks just trying to sample them all. To truly dive into this culinary adventure, check out our post on The Best Restaurants in Hiriketiya.

20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka
20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka
20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka
20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka

The picture above is at Cactus, one of my absolute favorite spots for lunch and coffee! Nestled in Ahangama on Sri Lanka’s stunning south coast, it’s the perfect daytime hangout to enjoy some deliciously healthy snacks and a flat white that’ll have you reminiscing about Australia.

If you want to find out more about Ahangama, its best areas, and restaurants, then take a look at our guide on where to stay in Ahangama.

20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka
20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka
20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka
20 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Sri Lanka

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We are Oliver and Carae, the faces behind Girl on a Zebra. We set out to create a blog that brings a little bit of wild and a whole lot of adventure to our readers. We are throwing out the traditional influencer mold and instead, showing you the real, raw, and exotic side of travel.