Following Cyclone Ditwah, floodwaters have receded and authorities are reopening affected road and rail routes. Many tourist destinations are now accessible and operating as usual, particularly in less-affected coastal areas. Work to clear and repair damaged infrastructure will continue for some time. Some services and travel routes continue to experience disruptions. Check conditions with local authorities or your travel provider before you travel by road or rail to all central mountain districts, including Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Ella, surrounding regions, and the Mahaweli River Valley. Follow instructions of local authorities (see ‘Safety’).

We advise:

Exercise a high degree of caution in Sri Lanka due to the threat of public demonstrations and security risks.