Dhushy
Colombo
3 days
Hey everyone! I’m Dhushy from Sri Lanka, a solo traveler on a mission to explore the world one adventure at a time! Whether it’s chasing sunsets, getting lost in new cities, or diving headfirst into the unknown, I’m always up for the thrill. Looking for awesome travel buddies to share epic experiences, spontaneous trips, and unforgettable memories. Let’s explore together!
Dashini
Colombo
3 days
Hi Gals I’m a 42year old lady living in the colombo suburbs. I wish I could say I’m a a regular person at day and moonlights at night, however I’m a doctor working at one of the largest hospitals in Colombo. Don’t let my profession discourage you! I was brought up in Dubai, so I’m quite fun loving and I know the ropes to surviving in SriLanka . I am also an extensive travel enthusiast and have travelled to over 30 countries. I’m the nature lover and an adventure sport junkie
Nathasha
Negombo
3 days
hii all, I’m Nathasha from Sri Lanka and happy to host if you’re traveling in Negombo ! I love traveling as well and being witness to different cultures. my next travel to list is : chiang mai, Taiwan, Vietnam, Kyoto and Maldives. super excited to be part of this community! HUGSS
Dulmini
Colombo
3 days
Hi, I’m Dul! I’m an adventurous traveler who loves a mix of exploring beautiful beaches and hiking through nature. History is also a big passion of mine, so I’m always eager to dive into the past when visiting new places. I’m a kind of an extrovert who loves meeting new people and sharing experiences, and I’m also really into volunteering whenever I can—it’s a great way to connect with people and help them. If you're planning a trip to Sri Lanka, I'd love to help guide you around and show you some hidden gems! Oh, and I’m always up for trying new recipes—cooking is one of my favorite ways to unwind and get creative. Let’s explore together! 💗
Based on 43 experiences
Alexandra
Spain
I was traveling solo in Sri Lanka, in between I joined a group of backpackers. I had an overall good experience. The locals were mostly helpful and when I had a doubt or question, I could ask a person around and they would mostly try to help. Public transport can get crowded, and there is no centralised bus schedule, so you need to figure it out by asking around. I had some misunderstandings, but all went well in the end. In buses and trains, people were mostly nice to me, I had pleasant conversations and several people shared their food with me when sitting next to me (which I am not used to at all:) ). For booking a taxi or tuktuk, I recommend to use the Pick Me app. Otherwise, I used to tell the tuk tuk drivers the price I would get on PickMe, so I wouldn't have to bargain, and they normally accepted. I haven't spent much time in Colombo, but I felt fine. A lot of traffic, I didn't like to walk around. Some stray dogs (I was fine, but a fellow backpacker got attacked at some point). Places like Sigiriya and Ella have a tourist infrastructure, many guesthouses and restaurants, so it's very easy to be there as a traveler, but also the prices are higher and there are not many locals. Keep in mind that pickMe doesn't work in Ella, so tuktuks are expensive. If you stay far from the centre, it's not always ideal in the night (especially if you have to walk, it is very dark, couple I met got attacked by dogs on the way back; I heard a story of somebody who had to stay at a different person's hotel room, because the tuktuk wouldn't come that "far" in the night for a reasonable price). Tricomalee has a touristy part which has a bar with beach access where all the party happens, many western people stay there etc. But the city centre is not touristy at all. That's the only place where I felt a little uncomfortable sometimes when young men were staring/ calling me "baby", etc., so I recommend not showing to much skin not to attract attention. But also it was the part where I have experienced a festival and learned a lot about the culture. In Kandy I felt generally safe, I just didn't like the air pollution, and around the lake there are many people trying to sell you tickets for the dance show. They will walk behind you and not leave you alone for some time. In Galle (Fort area) I felt very safe, but I was only there for a few hours till sunset. There were many local families with kids, so it had a nice ambience. Also, I went to Ambalangoda and a tea plantation in Dolosbage, and I had good experiences and felt safe there. But I was Couchsurfing, so I was not alone. If you feel I can help you in any way, feel free to reach out:)
Posted: September 3, 2025Experienced: July, 2025