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Sri Lanka dating guide advises how to pick up Sri Lankan girls and how to hookup with local women in Sri Lanka. Travel, enjoy and have fun with hot single girls and you might even meet the love of your life. Read more on how to date Sri Lankan women, where to find sex and how to get laid in Sri Lanka, Asia.

A view of Colombo, the capital city of Sri Lanka

Located in the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is an island country with a tropical and warm climate. The best thing about Sri Lanka is the amount of diversity it has to offer from pristine beaches, majestic mountain peaks and tropical forests. The country is not only diverse in terms of nature but also culture and it is home to many cultures, ethnicities, and languages. The country is also known for having a high human development index and is one of the only two South Asian countries that are rated high in the human development index.

As a tourist, there are endless possibilities in Sri Lanka, both in terms of the people you’ll meet and the things you’ll do. There are more details about the country provided below broken into different sections like the girls, the culture, the nightlife and other travel details! 2we1

Sri Lanka Top 10 Overview:

Chance of picking up girls: 3 / 5

Picking up at daytime: 3 / 5

Picking up at nighttime: 3.5 / 5

Looks of girls: 3 / 5

Attitude of girls: 4 / 5

Nightlife in general: 3 / 5

Locals' English level: 2 / 5

Transportation: 3 / 5

Budget per day: US$40 - $425

Accommodation: US$8 - $300

Sri Lankan Girls

Hot local Sri Lankan girls

One of the major things you need to understand that dating in South Asian countries isn’t as mature or as casual as it is in the western world. However, Sri Lanka can be considered different from the norm as the attitude towards dating is relaxed, compared to the South Asian standards. So, you’ll have to adjust your normal game a bit when it comes to approaching the girls here.

While you can expect to meet a diverse range of girls during your time here, most of them will have a few common characteristics which most of the local girls share here. Of course, you can expect to meet a fellow traveler or other tourists during your time in the country, let’s focus on the local girls here first.

When it comes to their everyday personality, most girls here are usually easy to talk to and approachable as long as you don’t come across as too creepy. They’re also known to usually be honest and open to most things in life. Of course, it takes them a little bit of time to open up but they’re usually very open to talking to new people. So you shouldn’t have to be too worried about approaching the girls here.

However, you should also note that once a girl from this country has opened up to you, she can be leaning a bit towards the dramatic side. Most of the girls here, especially when they’re in a romantic relationship, can often create unnecessary drama and in order to have a successful relationship, casual or serious, you should be able to know how to side-step all the drama that can come along with dating a local girl here.

A positive fact about the local girls here is that they usually don’t have too high expectations from you for material things as long as they feel an emotional connection with you. For example, a girl from Sri Lanka might not care about getting expensive gifts from you but she’ll care about the quality and quantity of time that you’re giving her. They appreciate the little things in life more than the big things, more often than not.

On the other hand, when a girl is into you, she can be a bit bossy and hard to deal with. They like to have their own opinions and will often try to make their point over your point but that is not the case with every girl and every relationship is different.

Lastly, while most of the local girls here are usually looking for long term relationships, it is not hard to find a lot of girls wanting just casual relationship and this is more the case if you’re a traveler. A lot of the girls here are tired of the local men and are looking for something new and they don’t care if it’s not a long-term. Overall, there are a lot of dating opportunities that you can find in the island country!

RatingLooks Looks of girls: 3 / 5

Most of the local girls in Sri Lanka usually have darker skin but girls with fairer skin can also be found, depending on where the area of the country you’re in. They’re usually pretty fit and decent looking. In the urban centers of the country, you’re more likely to come across girls who are prettier and who have a good sense of fashion.

So, while you’re not likely to come across many stunners in the island country, you can still find many better than average looking girls here. Girls in Kandy are known to be better looking than girls in other parts of the country.

RatingAttitude Attitude of girls: 4 / 5

Most of the girls here are usually pretty easy and simple-minded. They don’t like to play games and will often come across as shy and reserved, even in the urban centers. While some of them will be modern and forward-thinking, a lot of the girls here don’t know how to deal with being approached, so you have to keep that in mind.

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How to Pick Up Girls

Picking up girls is not simple in Sri Lanka. In fact, the best way to pick up girls in Sri Lanka is through online dating. While you can definitely find some local girls and try to pick them up, they are often shy and setting up a date via online dating will give you better results, almost always.

There are also a lot of tourists that you can approach and approaching them can be much more rewarding than approaching the local girls. If you really want to pick up a local girl here, you should definitely use online dating as a major part of your strategy.

RatingPickup Chance of picking up: 3 / 5

Overall, while a direct approach is not very rewarding in Sri Lanka, you can definitely pick up a lot of girls, especially via online dating. The main problem when it comes to picking up girls in Sri Lanka is the backward culture and women don’t want to be judged for being easy to be approached. However, like all the girls in the world, they need some fun too and often look at online dating as a way of finding potential romantic matches.

Tips for Daytime

To be completely honest, daytime game will not provide a lot of great results in Sri Lanka. The beaches and malls are pretty good spots to meet local girls but approaching them might be a bit hard. In addition to that, there is also a pretty huge language barrier that you’ll have to overcome when it comes to communication.

However, you’ll definitely come across many tourists and local girls who you can approach. If you have a decent game and know how to come across as not creepy, you’ll definitely see some decent results gaming during the day in Sri Lanka. You would see better results if you stick to urban areas like Colombo and Kandy.

RatingDaytime Chance of picking up at daytime: 3 / 5

Picking up girls during the day can be a bit tricky in Sri Lanka. While you might have some success with the tourist girls but most of the local girls would prefer to take it slower. It is better to set up a date and see the girl later than trying to hookup with them during the day only when it comes to the local girls here.

Best Places to Meet Girls

Most of the best spots to meet girls are concentrated in Colombo. Here are some of the best spots to meet girls in Sri Lanka:

Hikkaduwa Beach, Sri Lanka
Kalpitiya Beach, Sri Lanka
Bentota Beach, Sri Lanka
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Colombo City Centre, Sri Lanka
  • Kandy City Centre (Kandy)
  • Arcade Independence Square (Colombo)
Arcade Independence Square, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Tips for Nighttime

Nighttime is one of the best times to pick up girls in Sri Lanka as most of the girls you’ll meet will be looking for some fun and adventure and as long as your approach isn’t too creepy, you can definitely get some decent results during the night here. All you have to do is to be observant of any girl that you like. You can be a little more direct in your approach during the nighttime, as the girls who you will come across in nightclubs and bars expect men to approach them.

However, if you approach a girl and she makes it clear that she is not interested, you should not pursue her any further as this might offend her and can cause some trouble for you. There is no reason for you to take a rejection seriously as there are plenty of fish in the sea. When faced with a rejection, you should look for another potential partner for yourself without wasting any time.

RatingNighttime Chance of hooking up at nighttime: 3.5 / 5

Gaming during the night is the second-best way to get good results in Sri Lanka as most of the girls who are open to being approached would be found during the night in the nightclubs. You will also come across many tourists in these nightclubs which can give you more results. Overall, the chance of hooking up at nighttime is pretty decent in Sri Lanka.

Best Nightclubs to Meet Girls

Some of the best nightclubs to meet girls in Sri Lanka are the following:

RatingLooks Nightlife in general: 3 / 5

The nightlife in Sri Lanka is pretty decent with a large number of bars, discos, and casinos that are spread throughout the country. The capital city, Colombo, is the center for most of the nightlife which includes a lot of wild beach parties. Cities like Unawatuna and Hikkaduwa are other hotspots for these beach parties, which are held almost every night. There are also a lot of karaoke bars and nightclubs for people to enjoy in these cities.

There are also some pretty unique places to visit during the night, such as:

  • Ceysands: It is a floating disco in the city of Bentota where you can dance and enjoy the music till the early hours of the morning.
The Colombo Marine drive at night

Mature Ladies and Cougars

There is a very low chance of meeting mature ladies over the age of 40 in Sri Lanka. Most of the women at that age are married or are not looking for something. 
Still, it not impossible to find a mature woman for either hooking up or a relationship. You should definitely scour online dating platforms for mature women as women over the age of 35 who are willing to hookup can be found on these platforms.

Regions

Map of Sri Lanka with provincial regions colour-coded
Central Province (Kandy, Matale, Nuwara Eliya)
Known as the "hill country" after its mountainous terrain.
Northern Province (Jaffna, Kilinochchi, Vanni, Mannar)
Home to country's Tamil speaking population. Is being rebuilt after being ravaged by war.
North Central Province (Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Sigiriya, Dambulla)
The ancient kingdoms of Sri Lanka dating back over 2500 years. Rich in history, the area is known as the cultural triangle.
Eastern Province (Trincomalee, Batticaloa, Arugam Bay)
Home to a rare natural habour in Trincomalee and miles of sandy beaches. Surfers' paradise.
North Western Province (Kurunegala, Puttalam, Chilaw)
Coconut plantations, dolphin watching, salt production
Sabaragamuwa (Ratnapura)
Gem mining capital of Sri Lanka.
Southern Province (Galle, Weligama, Matara, Tangalle, Unawatuna, Yala National Park)
Beach resorts galore.
Uva (Badulla, Haputale, Bandarawela)
Highlands. tea, tea and more tea
Western Province (Sri Jayawardenapura Kotte, Beruwela, Colombo, Gampaha, Negombo)
The capital and the commuter belt.

Cities

  • Colombo — commercial capital and the largest city of Sri Lanka. Hotels, cafés, restaurants, night clubs and shopping.
  • Anuradhapura — ruins of ancient capitals (partially restored).
  • Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia - lies south of the Colombo Municipal Council area and separated from it by the Dehiwala canal.
  • Galle — famous Dutch fort. Host city of the Galle Literary Festival.
  • Hikkaduwa — Hikkaduwa is a small town on the south coast of Sri Lanka located in the Southern Province, about 17 km north-west of Galle and 98 km south of Colombo.
  • Jaffna — northern capital. On display is the rich heritage of the Tamil speaking community.
  • Kandy — spiritual heart of the country, home to a tooth of the Buddha.
  • Moratuwa - on the southwestern coast of Sri Lanka.
  • Negombo - one of the major commercial hubs in the country.
  • Nuwara Eliya- Little England. Cool climes, Victorian architecture, top hats, tails and fascinators on race days.
  • Polonnaruwa — ruins of ancient capitals (partially restored).
  • Sri Jayawardenapura Kotte — new capital of Sri Lanka
  • Trincomalee - sandy beaches like nowhere else.

Dating

When visiting Sri Lanka, dating can be a fun and interesting experience. AdultFriendFinder.com, lets you meet local members in Sri Lanka and get to know them on a personal basis before you arrive. It just takes a few minutes, you simply create an account, upload a few images and tell a little about yourself. Since time in your destination may be limited, get to know each other’s desires beforehand so when you do meet, you can skip the awkward introductions and start having some real fun.

Top Dating Tips

The first thing you have to remember is that while Sri Lanka, especially Colombo, is accepting of casual dating but it is a recent development and it can be a bit disorienting to adjust to the typical dating routines in the country here. For example, public displays of affection are not very well received in the country. While you can do whatever you want within the confines of the walls of your private accommodation, you can sometimes get weirded out looks from the locals if you try to do PDA in public or public transport. The local girls here will also be wary of engaging in PDA with you because they are not used to it as their culture prohibits it.

Also, another important thing to keep in mind while you’re in Sri Lanka is to understand the difference between attention and affection. If you’re a foreigner in the country, you’ll get a lot of attention, but just because the girls are staring at you might necessarily mean they want you to approach them. Of course, some of them definitely want you to approach and the ability to spot them will often dictate how good your results will be.

You should also keep in mind that when it comes to dating local girls here, you’ll have to make the first move as the culture is still fairly patriarchal and women are used to men taking the lead in every aspect of the dating process. What is important is to know the right time to make the first move so the process goes smoothly. Lastly, Sri Lanka is a beautiful place and there are many natural places where you can go out and enjoy instead of the typical bars, beaches, and restaurants. If you’re dating a local girl here, going outside in nature for a date can be pretty rewarding.

Relationships and Love

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Online Dating

You’ll be surprised but online dating is one of the easiest and most effective ways of getting laid in the country. The dating culture here isn’t as liberal as the west but a lot of women are liberal these days and want to spend some quality time with interesting men. These girls usually flock to online dating as a means to find potential partners as they might not be that comfortable getting approached on the streets. With that being said, here are some of the best dating apps that work in Sri Lanka:

  • AsianDating - The leading Asian dating site with over 2.5 million members.
  • Tinder - There’s a reason why Tinder is one of the biggest dating app in the world and while we don’t know the reason, we definitely know that Tinder works pretty great in Sri Lanka too. Not only will you find a lot of local girls on the platform but you’ll also come across many tourists who are looking for some adventure during their vacation.
  • Meeyo - While not as popular as Tinder, Meeyo is a pretty decent dating app that works very well in Sri Lanka. It works on the same principle as Tinder and allows you to match up with girls and then message them once you both match.
  • Happn - While there won’t be a lot of local girls on this platform, it is pretty great to find potential tourists to date. Instead of matching you up with girls near your physical location, Happn tries to match you up with girls who had passed you by in real life. It is an interesting take on dating apps and definitely worth checking out.

While all of these dating apps are great, the best strategy for online dating is to use all three as it is still largely a game of numbers. While each has its advantages and disadvantages, using all three of them together allows you to mitigate the downsides as much while enjoying the positives of all them.

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What Kind of Guys Have the Best Chances

The kind of guys who are good looking or at least who can present themselves well will definitely have a pretty big advantage in a country like Sri Lanka. Knowing how to approach girls in a non-creepy way while taking the interaction forward is also a vital skill that can help in getting laid here.

While most girls are not looking for a man with a big wallet, having some extra money to spend will definitely make you much more attractive to the local girls here. When it comes to long term relationships, if you can create a strong emotional connection with the girls here, you’ll have better chances of maintaining the relationship.

Knowing how to deal with drama and being able to walk past it is another skill that can give you an advantage when you’re looking to get laid in Sri Lanka. A lot of guys simply can’t handle the local girls and end up supplicating to them which ends up working against them.

Lastly, guys who work on their bodies and look decent will also have a large advantage as you’ll most likely meet a lot of girls in the many beautiful beaches of the country and having an impressive beach look will boost your attraction by a very large margin. Also, being able to speak a little bit of their language will also put you ahead of the competition when it comes to getting good dating results in Sri Lanka.

Risks while Gaming

While most parts of the country are not that risky, it is important to keep an eye out while gaming in Sri Lanka. In some underdeveloped parts of the country, you should be extremely careful when approaching girls as there is a chance of getting into some ugly situations. Even though the chance is pretty low, you should definitely be careful. However, as long as you stick to the major parts, you should be pretty safe. It is better to do indirect approaches in the country to give yourself plausible deniability in case things do go haywire.

How to Get Laid as Soon as Possible

The best way to get laid as soon as possible in Sri Lanka is by following two main methods of hooking up with girls - gaming during the night and online dating. While gaming during the night will increase the number of girls who are actively looking for a partner, online dating can also work wonders in Sri Lanka where the girls are usually a bit uncomfortable about being approached directly. If you want to focus on getting laid as soon as possible, it is better to focus on online dating and mainly night game to get the best results possible when it comes to dating in the country.

Gold Diggers and Sugar Babies

Sri Lanka is full of hot girls looking for a mutually beneficial hookup with travellers. There are lots of girls who don’t charge by the hour but who will do anything for a guy who is willing to help them pay their bills. If you are looking for a more personal and less transactional alternative to escorts, a good place to find these sexy open-minded girls in Sri Lanka is SecretBenefits.

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Swinging and Naturism

The culture of Sri Lanka isn’t very liberal and swinging and naturism aren’t really big in the country. You can however join swinger communities in the country on online platforms as such activities are kept quiet discreet in the country. There are no official beaches which are clothing optional but if you befriend a local and ask them for guidance, they can tell you where you can find a place to strip off and relax. However, it is not recommended as it practicing naturism is illegal in the country.

Costs of Living

When it comes to the cost of living, Sri Lanka is very affordable. While a normal trip can fit most people’s budget, you can experience a pretty luxurious trip even with a decent budget.

CostsDay Single traveler’s budget per day: US$40 - $425

The average travel budget for a single traveler per day in Sri Lanka is around $40. For those looking for a more premium experience, you can extend the budget to as much as $425 per day. However, a budget of $100 per day should be more than enough for most people!

CostsAccommodation Accommodation per night: US$8 - $300

The cost of accommodation for a single person is can be as low as $8 per night in Sri Lanka. Most of the hotels are pretty decent and low cost. Of course, there are some international hotels which charge a higher price per night but most of them are also pretty affordable. $30 per night can get you really nice accommodation in Sri Lanka. If you want to stay in a luxurious 5-star hotel, it can end up costing you as much as $300 per night.

CostsBeerBottle Beer in a grocery shop: US$1 - $3

The cost of a beer can be a bit expensive in Sri Lanka when compared to other prices. A domestic beer should cost somewhere around $1 to $2 and imported beer can cost somewhere between $2 to $3 in Sri Lanka.

CostsBeerBar Beer in a bar or restaurant: US$3 - $6

You can expect to pay up to $3 to $6 for a bottle of beer. Of course, that is only the average price and some bars and restaurants may charge a premium based on the ambiance they provide.

CostsMeal Meal in a restaurant: US$5 - $30

The cost of food is also pretty affordable in Sri Lanka. While fast food can cost around $5 for a decent meal, an inexpensive restaurant may charge up to $30 for a meal and a mid-range decent restaurant would charge around $15 for a decent meal.

Accommodation

Tourism in Sri Lanka is a pretty big industry and hence, you can expect to find a variety of accommodation options in the country. There are a lot of hotels that range from budget to really high-end and there are also hostels available but it would be advised to check out the quality of the place first when it comes to the hostels here. Other options like Airbnb are also available but the quality of these accommodation options varies a lot as they are dependent upon the host so you should be careful when using these services too. It could cost you anywhere between $8 to $300 per night for your accommodation.

Movenpick Hotel, Colombo, Sri Lanka

How to Get There and Move Around

Even though it is an island country, Sri Lanka has decent transportation options for getting into the city and moving around. There are a lot of ways to move around the country. More details about the country and how to get there and move around are provided in the sections below:

By air:

The main airport of the country is the Colombo-Bandaranayake International Airport. The main air carrier of the country is SriLankan Lines which connects the country to cities in a lot of countries like Australia, China, Japan, India, and Pakistan. Other airlines operating in the country include KLM, Ukraine International Airlines, Emirates Airlines, Etihad Airways and a host of other airlines. It is not hard to get into the country via air, regardless of where you’re coming from.

When it comes to moving around, a pretty amazing option is Cinnamon Air, which runs small Seaplanes to destinations like Nuwara Eliya, Kandy and more. Flights between the cities are also available.

Inside the Colombo-Bandaranayake International Airport, Sri Lanka

By bus:

Since the country is an island nation, there is no way of getting into it by using a bus. However, buses are pretty great for traveling within the country. There is a wide range of buses available to use and cover a wide range of service. For example, while a particular type of bus may be too crowded and uncomfortable, others offer a pretty decent service.

There are 4 major types of buses that you can use in Sri Lanka:

  • Normal buses - These are the cheapest buses and often have really bad service. You can get a ticket from the conductor once you get into the bus and to get out of the car, you basically ring a bell or tell the conductor to stop the bus.
  • Semi-luxury - These types of buses are a bit more expensive but don’t be fooled by the name as the service they provide can often be worse than normal buses. They can often be overcrowded.
  • Luxury - These buses are the most comfortable and are widely available. There are usually air-conditioned and cost more than the types of buses provided above.
  • Super Luxury - These types of buses operate only on limited routes and while they do provide a better service than luxury buses, the difference isn’t that large.
Kandy Bus Station, Sri Lanka

By car:

Again, as the country is surrounded by sea on all sides, it is not possible to enter the country via a car. However, cars can be a great way of getting around. You can either use taxi services or rent a car. The famous cab app Uber is also available in the country

When you rent a car, you have two options - you can either pick a service that provides a driver to take you around or you can choose to drive it yourself. You should note that you should have an international driving permit in order to drive the rented car by yourself.

When it comes to taxis, there are both local taxi services and services like Uber. While they are a cheap way of getting around relatively, you should be careful as a lot of local taxi drivers can have a tendency to overcharge tourists. A cheaper mode of traveling within a city is using the iconic tuk tuk. These are local rickshaws that are cheaper and can take you anywhere in the city and sometimes even to another city.

Local tuk tuk rickshaws parked at a roadside in Sri Lanka

By train:

Sri Lanka is not connected to any other country via a rail network. However, getting around the country by trains is possible via Sri Lanka Railways. Overall, there are three major rail lines in the country that run East, North, and South from the city of Colombo. There are also other less important lines that can be used to move around the country.

Fort Railway Station, Colombo, Sri Lanka

By boat:

While it was possible to get into Sri Lanka through a ferry service from Tuticorin, it is suspended as of date. There are no other ways to enter the country by boat except if you’re on a cruise ship and Sri Lanka is one of the destinations. Some destinations in the country do offer boat tours that take you through scenic locations to make your trip memorable.

A tour boat at Madhu River, Sri Lanka

Visas:

Nationals who are from Maldives, Seychelles and Singapore can get a free visa upon arrival and can stay up to 30 days to 60 days while nationals of countries like Cameroon, Egypt, Ghana and a lot of other countries are required to obtain a visa in advance. You should check the status of your country to understand your specific visa requirements for Sri Lanka.

Digital Nomads and Remote Work

Sri Lanka is an average destination for digital nomads. While the cost of living is extremely affordable, the internet connectivity in the country is not that great and the quality of life is also not that great.

While the good air quality of the country can be appealing to some, the lack of really good hospitals and decent nightlife can be a turn off to a lot of people. Overall, while it can be a digital nomad destination for some people, it is not the best place in the world to work as a digital nomad.

Internet and Mobile Operators

While internet connectivity isn’t the best in the country, there are a lot of mobile operators and internet service providers to choose from. Here are some of the most popular internet and mobile operators in the country:

  • Dialog
  • Mobitel
  • Airtel
  • etisalat
  • Hutch

Gambling and Casinos

There are a lot of casinos in Sri Lanka that can fulfill your gambling needs. Most of them are located in Colombo. Here are some of the best casinos in the country:

Weed and Drugs

While cannabis is not allowed for recreational purposes, people with a license can buy it for medical and scientific purposes. While it may be illegal, it can be pretty easy to find a dealer to hook you up but you should definitely be careful when it comes to looking for a dealer.

As for other drugs, they can also be sourced via dealers but then it is best to avoid such dealers in order to be safe from any legal troubles in the country.

Health, Fitness, Gyms and Massage

While there are not a lot of quality hospitals available in the country, there are definitely some good hospitals providing quality health care. Here are some of the best hospitals in the country:

There are also a lot of gyms in the country for those who are looking to keep their fitness regime in line even when they are travelling. Some of the best gyms in the country include the following:

If you’re looking for massage and relaxation services in the country, there are a lot of spas available in the country too. Some of the best spas in the country are:

STDs and HIV

While a lot of sex workers are at risk in the country, the overall population has a low rate of HIV and AIDS. Fortunately, in the country, condom use is pretty high. Overall, while you are not at risk of developing HIV or AIDS during your stay in Sri Lanka, it would be prudent to use protection any time you engage in sexual intercourse with a girl in the country and in general, you should try to use protection as much as possible when it comes to hooking up with random girls.

Stay Safe

On 21 April 2019, almost 200 people including foreigners died and hundreds were injured in a terrorist bomb attack against several churches and hotels in Colombo, Negombo and Batticaloa. The situation is stable at this time, but safety assurance is still not confirmed by the government.

Violent crime is not usually any more serious a problem for tourists in Sri Lanka than it is anywhere. There has been an increase in violent crimes involving tourists in the past few years, but it is still very rare. Tourists should exercise the same care and attention as they would at home.

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