To have a car in Sri Lanka, tourists over the age of 21 must have international rights. This is quite enough, there is no need to acquire local rights. But you need to obtain permission from the Automobile Association of Ceylon (AAC) for the amount of 3000 Rs. (About 23 USD) - usually the trouble with its registration is taken over by the rental company.

The average budget for renting a Toyota Yaris or Suzuki Swift car on Sri Lanka Lanka is 18-20 thousand Lanki Rs (140-155 USD). The rental price, as a rule, includes a refundable deposit of ~ 8 - 10% of the transaction amount. However, please note that here is established a limited mileage, allowed for travel per day: 70 - 100 km. Exceeding the norms, it is necessary to be ready to pay the penalty.

It is most convenient to arrange car rental in Sri Lanka in advance, even before the trip: after the transfer to the rental company of the necessary documents (copies of national and international rights) and payment, the selected machine will wait you at the airport. However, given the peculiarities of the landscape, the intricate road system, left-hand traffic and very aggressive driving, the safest option: renting a car with a driver. This option will be approximately 40% more expensive.

Rent a scooter in Sri Lanka you will cost 400-1000 Lankian rupees (3 - 8 USD) per day, a deposit (money or passport) is not required.

Petrol on Sri Lanka -Lanka (super petrol 95 and 90) costs 115-130 Lankian rupees per liter (about 1 USD). It can be bought not only at gas stations, but also at roadside food stalls