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The north

Jaffna

Tamil culture and island ferries

Jaffna feels distinct from the rest of the island, with its own Tamil culture, cuisine and palmyra-lined landscape. See the Nallur Kandaswamy temple, walk the Dutch fort, and take a ferry out to the island of Nainativu. It is a long drive from the south, so it works best with a stop in Anuradhapura on the way.

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Jaffna

Part of the island
The north
Suggested stay
2 nights
Best months
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Things to do
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Weather

When to go

Sri Lanka has two monsoons, so the best months depend on the coast. This is the pattern here.

  1. Jan: best
  2. Feb: best
  3. Mar: best
  4. Apr: best
  5. May: best
  6. Jun: best
  7. Jul: best
  8. Aug: best
  9. Sep: best
  10. Oct: expect rain
  11. Nov: expect rain
  12. Dec: expect rain
Best Still good Expect rain

Stays

Where to stay

Prices per night for two people sharing, for dates about six weeks away. Yours may differ.

Budget

Clean, simple guesthouses and small hotels

  • Humming Birds Suites

    $25

    Suites on a quiet street with coffee shop and tour desk.

    Air conditioning · Restaurant · Parking

  • Jaffna City Palace Hotel

    $42

    Air-conditioned rooms with balcony, restaurant and lounge.

    Air conditioning · Restaurant · Parking

Comfort

Mid-range hotels, often with a pool

  • Grandpa's villa Jaffna

    $67

    Villa-style stay in Jaffna with a restaurant.

    Wi-Fi · Restaurant

  • NorthGate Jaffna

    $74

    Hotel with pool, sauna, gym and buffet breakfast.

    Pool · Air conditioning · Restaurant · Breakfast

Superior

The nicest stays that still keep costs sensible

  • Jetwing Jaffna

    $104

    Hotel with restaurant, bar and sun terrace.

    Air conditioning · Restaurant · Parking