About Us

About Us - Nalaka Priyantha

My name is Nalaka Priyantha, and I am the founder of the Sri Lanka Travel Life blog. I am a doctor by profession in Sri Lanka, but a traveller at heart. Exploring my homeland with my family has been one of my greatest joys. From cities and ancient sites to wildlife parks, road trips, and scenic landscapes, I have travelled across almost every corner of Sri Lanka. Along the way, I developed a deep connection with the wildlife and landscapes, which I capture through my photography, adding a personal touch to the stories and guides I share here.

With my daughter - Lipton's Seat, Haputale
With my daughter – Lipton’s Seat, Haputale

Behind Sri Lanka Travel Life is a strong focus on destination knowledge and tourism marketing. I have completed formal training in tourism marketing and destination promotion, including a CDP-accredited Tourism Marketing and Promotion course and destination-focused programs with TBO Academy. This background shapes how itineraries are planned, how seasons are mapped, and how travel advice is presented across the site.

Walking around the beautiful Meemure with the background of Lakegala
Walking around the beautiful village Meemure with the background of Lakegala

Through this blog, I aim to offer clear, practical, and reliable travel information about Sri Lanka. You can expect to find detailed guides on cities, ancient sites, wildlife parks, road trips, and scenic landscapes, all accompanied by my personal experiences. My goal is to help visitors plan their dream journey, whether they are interested in culture, traditions, heritage, events, activities, nature, wildlife, or smart travel tips. I also want to inspire families to step away from screens, spend more time in nature, and experience the beauty of travelling together.

Sri Lanka Travel Life is not a one-person journey. My wife, Dr. Ridmika Harshani, plays an important role behind the scenes by proofreading and reviewing each article before publication, helping maintain clarity, accuracy, and quality throughout the blog.

Ridmika and Nethuli in Nuwara Eliya
Partners in travel, my loving wife Ridmika and our daughter Nethuli, in Nuwara Eliya

Sri Lanka Travel Life is not just another travel blog. It’s a reliable source of information, built on my knowledge and experiences as a local traveller. I share these insights so that tourists like you can have the most accurate information to make the most of your time here. Whether you are planning your first trip or next adventure, you can trust that the content here will save time, boost confidence, and make your dream journey smoother.

This blog is for travellers who want to experience Sri Lanka in a real and memorable way. I invite you to stay, explore, and follow along as I share the places, traditions, and experiences that make this island special.

Your adventure begins here. Let Sri Lanka Travel Life help you create memories you’ll carry with you forever.