Uga Bay by Uga Escapes, Pasikuda

Sri Lanka’s vast ancient ruins, wild elephants and white-sand beaches – not to mention its excellent value for money – have long been a magnet for the adventurous and experience-hungry. Take a train through tea country, visit the seasonal surf towns, or navigate the streets of the capital Colombo, teeming with honking tuk tuks. And be sure to stay in one of the best resorts this lovely Indian Ocean idyll has to offer. Here’s our guide.