Sri Lanka is not recovering from a travel shutdown, it is operating, welcoming travellers and delivering journeys every day.
Just over a week after Cyclone Ditwah passed the island, tourism operations across Sri Lanka have stabilised. This update provides a clear, verified snapshot of the current travel situation, based on official tourism authority updates and Jetwing’s on ground operations.
Sri Lanka Travel Status — At a Glance
Bandaranaike International Airport: Fully operational
Main tourism regions: Open and operating normally
Wildlife parks & cultural attractions: Open
South Coast, East Coast & Cultural Triangle: Fully accessible
Hill Country: Accessible via approved routes
Knuckles Conservation Area: Temporarily restricted only
(Source: Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority – Status Report, 10.12.2025)
Is Sri Lanka Safe for Tourists Right Now?
Yes. Sri Lanka is currently safe for tourists and the island’s tourism network is functioning steadily. Roads are open, accommodation providers are operating and experiences across key regions continue as planned.
Jetwing Travels presently has guests travelling across the island, moving safely between regions and enjoying their holidays with minimal adjustments.
Are Flights, Hotels and Tours Operating Normally?
Yes.
- Flights: Operating as normal
- Hotels: Fully functional across tourism zones
- Tours & sightseeing: Proceeding across the country
Where minor adjustments are required due to weather related clean up or access checks, Jetwing proactively reroutes itineraries rather than cancelling experiences.
Roads, Rail & Transport Connectivity
All major road corridors connecting tourism regions are fully accessible, including:
- Colombo – Kandy (via Galagedara & Kadugannawa)
- Colombo – Kurunegala – Anuradhapura
- Kitulgala – Hatton / Nuwara Eliya
- Ella – Wellawaya
Rail Services
- Coastal Line: Fully operational
- Hill Country Line: Operating on scheduled segments, with gradual restoration underway
Pekoe Trail
Some Pekoe Trail sections may require phased access or short reroutes while safety assessments continue.
Road transfers remain completely reliable where rail adjustments are needed.
Status of Key Experiences & Attractions
Wildlife & Nature:
Yala, Udawalawa, Bundala, Wilpattu, Horton Plains, Minneriya, Kaudulla and Kumana National Parks are open. Wasgamuwa is expected to reopen shortly.
Marine & Coastal Experiences:
Mirissa whale watching, Kalpitiya, Hikkaduwa Coral National Park and Pigeon Island are operating normally.
Cultural Sites:
All sites and museums managed by the Central Cultural Fund are open island wide.
Are Travellers Actually Visiting Sri Lanka Right Now?
Yes and many are openly sharing their experiences in real time.
At present, Jetwing Travels has guests travelling across multiple regions, completing private transfers, wildlife experiences and coastal stays with minimal adjustments.
Should I Cancel or Postpone My Trip to Sri Lanka?
Current hesitation is largely driven by outdated headlines rather than present conditions.
On the ground, Sri Lanka’s tourism infrastructure is operating steadily and visitors continue to experience the island as intended, through wildlife, culture, coastline and hill country journeys.
For most travellers, there is no operational reason to cancel or postpone travel plans.
What Travellers Can Expect
- Smooth airport arrivals and departures
- Open roads between all major tourism regions
- Fully operating hotels and attractions
- Minor routing or scheduling adjustments only where required
At Jetwing Travels, when adjustments are needed, we reroute, we do not cancel experiences.
Our Commitment
Jetwing Travels continues to:
- Monitor official updates daily
- Coordinate closely with tourism and transport authorities
- Support travel partners and agents with verified information
- Deliver journeys with clarity, care and confidence
This page will be updated as required to reflect any material changes.