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Health and Security

What are the top health and safety tips for Sri Lanka?

For comfortable and safe travel, be prepared with key health items. Carry essentials like sunscreen, insect repellent, and a small first-aid kit to manage common issues like upset stomachs. Crucially, avoid tap water—stick strictly to bottled or filtered options for drinking. While urban areas offer healthcare, facilities are limited in rural areas, making comprehensive travel insurance with medical coverage is recommended.

 

Your Guide to Health and Security While Exploring Sri Lanka

  • Carry sunscreen, insect repellent, and a small first-aid kit
  • Have travel insurance with medical coverage, especially for rural travel
  • Use seatbelts in cars and helmets on scooters
  • Keep your belongings safe in hotels or with you
  • Drink bottled or filtered water instead of tap water

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Check with your doctor for routine vaccines and travel-specific ones

Use sunscreen, wash hands often or carry sanitizer, and stay hydrated

The best protection is a mix of precautions—use insect repellent with DEET, wear long sleeves and trousers