Sri Lanka is currently facing one of the worst flood disasters in recent history following Cyclone Ditwah. Lives have been lost, homes destroyed, and entire communities displaced by floods and landslides across the island. In this moment, we feel a responsibility not only as content creators, but as Sri Lankans to show up, support, and document what is really happening on the ground.
Whilst the primary objective is ensuring all those affected by the floods are looked after and get the aid and support they need to rebuild, we also understand the impact tourism has on the rural economy of Sri Lanka and the implications of cancellations to travel during the peak season for tourism to the island. As such we will be trying our best to show the real situation on the ground from a foreign tourists POV
We will be traveling across the island to document the current state of affairs and also see where we can connect our online communities to best help those in need around the island during this crucial period.As such we will be updating real time via Instagram & Facebook stories on
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The updates below will be made on a daily basis as to the best of our ability
Transportation Around Sri Lanka
(Updated as of 03 December)
Whislt we have report that both Kandy & Nuwara eliya can be accessed by road, many are still concerned as there are on going rescue missions in the hill country and many of the roads are being cleared of landslides.
hence caution is advised for the moment
📝 Advice: Road conditions may change depending on rainfall — check back for live updates.
Train & Bus Route Update
Train Services
Bus / On-Ground Travel Reports
Travellers have confirmed the following routes to be clear with smooth journeys:
📝 Drivers and buses are maintaining regular services on confirmed safe roads.
National Parks Update
(Updated as of 03 December – 10:00 hrs | Source: Department of Wildlife Conservation)
Most national parks are now open and operating normally. A few remain under monitoring but are expected to reopen soon.
South Coast
Hikkaduwa, Galle, Weligama, Ahangama, Mirissa
30/11/2025
This region has had the least impact from the floods and whilst some homes and villages did see flooding tourism activities and establishments remain largely unaffected and are running at full capacity, people are already surfing and basking in the sun as the weather has cleared up really well already
Sigiriya Region
(Dambulla, Sigiriya, Habarana)
03//12/2025
Whilst there was significant flooding in the areas and some hotels have had floods at their properties the main tourist sites such as Sigiriya, Pidurangala, Dambulla Cave Temples, Hiriwaduna Village Experience are all active and can be easily accessed by road, Having just visited this region we can confirm that is better than even right now
View from Aliya Resort Habarana 01/12/2025
Visitors at Sigiriya this morning 01/12/2025
Views on top of Sigiriya 01/12/2025
A group of tourist staying at Amba Yaalu Kandalama visiting the Sigiriya rock this morning (30/11/2025)
Kandy Region
Matale, Riverston, Hanthana
02/12/2025
One of the worst affected areas with a number of landslides reported along many of the access roads, emergency response teams are working through the night to clear the roads and Kandy can now be accessed from Sigirya/Dambula or Katunayaka via the Kurunegala Highway.
Nuwara Eliya Region
02/12/2025
Nuwara Eliya can now be accessed from the Kandy road however it is still not advised to travel into nuwara eliya other than for relief/aid distribution. will update soon once we hear from more folks on the ground
Jaffna Region
30/11/2025
Our friends in Jaffna say that the damage is not too bad this time around and the city is functioning as normal. all tourist sites are accessible and Jaffna too can be accessed by road Colombo and other tourist zones
Anuradhapura
30/11/2025
Large parts of anuradhapura town did experience flooding however the waters have receeded and it is now possible to travel to Anuradhapura through the meerigama Highway. We've just completed a tour of the ancient city and can confirm that Anuradhpura is safe to travel to and spend your days at.
Udawalawe
01/12/2025
The Udawalwe region is back in action with all of the properties running at full capacity and the national park accessible for Safari's. The access roads to Udawalawe are also clear and once can easily visit this region from the South coast of Sri Lanka
Pasikuda
30/11/2025
The Pasikuda Beach stretch which is where all the resorts are were not affected by the floods and the resorts are enjoying sunny days and calm seas
View from the Maalu Maalu Resort in Pasikuda Sri Lanka
Guests at the Maalu Maalu Hotel in Pasikuda
Ella
02/12/2025
Our friends in Ella say that they have not been affected too badly. the access road from the south of Sri Lanka Via Ella Wellawaya road is accessible and all tourist establishments are running as usual
The Trains rides in the this region are currently not running as per the most recent updates we've got
Gal Oya
02/12/2025
Our friends in Ella say that they have not been affected too badly. the access road from the south of Sri Lanka Via Ella Wellawaya road is accessible and all tourist establishments are running as usual
The Trains rides in the this region are currently not running as per the most recent updates we've got
Polonnaruwa
02/12/2025
Our friends in Ella say that they have not been affected too badly. the access road from the south of Sri Lanka Via Ella Wellawaya road is accessible and all tourist establishments are running as usual
The Trains rides in the this region are currently not running as per the most recent updates we've got
This is a Community sourced page hence please do check back for more updates frequently. Please mail us at hello@sheneller.com if you are able to contribute with more information to this page.
