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Cyclone Ditwah Recovery:Some transport routes and destinations affected. Check status before travel.

Plan Your Visit to Sri Lanka

Check real-time accessibility status of popular destinations, airports, and railways. Updated with Cyclone Ditwah recovery information to help you plan your journey.

Tourist Destinations

10

7 Open2 Limited1 Closed

Airports

2

2 Open

Colombo (CMB) & Mattala (HRI) operational

Railway Lines

6

2 Open3 Under Repair

Upcountry line partially affected

Transport Status

Cyclone Ditwah Recovery Update

Several railway lines are affected due to infrastructure damage from Cyclone Ditwah. Please check individual line status below before planning your journey. Bus replacement services are available on affected routes.

Airport Status

Bandaranaike International Airport

CMB

Fully operational. All terminals open.

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Open

Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport

HRI

Operational with limited flights. Check airline schedules.

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Open
Railway Status

Main Line

Colombo Fort → Ambepussa → Kandy

Operational up to Ambepussa. Under repair from Ambepussa to Kandy due to Cyclone Ditwah damage.

Limited Access

Upcountry Line

Kandy → Nanu Oya → Ella → Badulla

Operations halted until further notice. Track damaged between Kandy and Badulla due to Cyclone Ditwah.

Closed

Northern Line

Colombo Fort → Polgahawela → Anuradhapura → Jaffna

Under repair from Polgahawela to Jaffna due to Cyclone Ditwah damage.

Expected to reopen: 15 Dec 2024
Limited Access

Coastal Line

Colombo Fort → Galle → Matara → Beliatta

Fully operational up to Beliatta. All services running normally.

Open

Kelani Valley Line

Colombo Fort → Avissawella

Fully operational up to Avissawella. Normal schedule.

Open

Puttalam Line

Colombo Fort → Negombo → Puttalam

Operational up to Negombo. Under repair from Negombo to Puttalam due to Cyclone Ditwah.

Limited Access

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Limited Access
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Cyclone Ditwah Update: Some destinations may have altered access. Check individual status for details.

All Destinations

Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Open
heritage

Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Ancient rock fortress and palace ruin, UNESCO World Heritage Site

Fully operational. All pathways accessible.

Temple of the Tooth
Open
cultural

Temple of the Tooth

Sacred Buddhist temple housing the relic of the tooth of Buddha

Open daily 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM. Special puja times available.

Galle Fort
Open
heritage

Galle Fort

Historic Dutch colonial fort and UNESCO World Heritage Site

Fully accessible. All shops and attractions open.

Yala National Park
Limited Access
nature

Yala National Park

Famous wildlife sanctuary known for leopards and elephants

Block 1 open. Blocks 2-5 closed for annual maintenance until Feb 15.

Ella & Nine Arch Bridge
Limited Access
nature

Ella & Nine Arch Bridge

Scenic hill country town with iconic railway bridge

Town accessible. Nine Arch Bridge viewpoint partially restricted due to trail repairs.

Mirissa Beach
Open
beach

Mirissa Beach

Popular beach destination for whale watching and surfing

Beach fully accessible. Whale watching season ongoing (Nov-Apr).

Anuradhapura Ancient City
Open
heritage

Anuradhapura Ancient City

Ancient capital and sacred Buddhist pilgrimage site

All major sites accessible. Guided tours available.

Adam's Peak (Sri Pada)
Open
cultural

Adam's Peak (Sri Pada)

Sacred mountain pilgrimage site with sunrise views

Pilgrimage season open (Dec-May). Night climbs recommended for sunrise.

Trincomalee & Nilaveli Beach
Open
beach

Trincomalee & Nilaveli Beach

East coast beaches with pristine waters and Koneswaram Temple

Best season May-October. All beaches and temples accessible.

Polonnaruwa Ancient City
Closed
heritage

Polonnaruwa Ancient City

Medieval capital with well-preserved ruins and Buddha statues

Temporarily closed for archaeological conservation work. Expected to reopen Jan 20.