Sri Lanka Is Ready to Travel
All Major Sri Lankan Tourist Sites Are Open After the Recent Cyclone
Sri Lanka experienced a brief period of challenging weather due to a cyclone a few days ago. Thanks to fast recovery efforts and the island’s strong tourism infrastructure, the situation has now improved & Sri Lanka is fully ready to welcome travelers again.
Recent updates from the Department of Wildlife Conservation and the Central Cultural Fund confirm that most marine attractions, national parks, historic cities and UNESCO World Heritage Sites are open for visitors.
If you’re planning your holiday, here’s the latest travel friendly update.
Marine Tourism Sites: Open & Safe to Visit
According to the official update issued on 03 December 2025, Sri Lanka’s most popular marine destinations are operating normally. Conditions are suitable for ocean activities, including whale watching and snorkeling.
- Marine Sites Currently Open
- Mirissa Whale Watching
- Kalpitiya Whale Watching
- Hikkaduwa Coral National Park
National Parks: Almost All Fully Open
As of 03 December 2025, most national parks across Sri Lanka are open for wildlife safaris. Travelers can enjoy elephant gatherings, leopard sightings and birdwatching safely.
Open National Parks
- Wilpattu
- Kaudulla
- Minneriya
- Horton Plains
- Udawalawe
- Yala
- Bundala
- Kumana
- Wasgamuwa National Park (To Open Soon)
Cultural & Heritage Sites: Fully Open
In an update released on 04 December 2025, the Central Cultural Fund announced that all UNESCO World Heritage Sites and historic attractions under their management are open for visitors.
This includes:
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Sigiriya
- Dambulla
- Anuradhapura
- Polonnaruwa
- Kandy
- Galle
Major Historic Sites
- Jaffna
- Colombo
- Negombo
- Bentota
- Matara
- Trincomalee
Museums and cultural monuments are functioning normally, offering travelers a smooth and safe experience.
