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Sri Lanka
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Locations for car hire in Sri Lanka
If you’re looking at car hire in Sri Lanka, then SIXT are on hand to assist. Check out our convenient locations in Colombo, both in the city centre and at the airport, while we also have a location in central Galle. Our friendly and professional team can offer you expert advice on vehicles choice and hiring options. We have a range of models and brands available to hire at reasonable prices and different rental periods. Our fleet of vehicles include popular models such as saloons, 4x4s and people carriers, perfect for a family road trip.
SIXT services in Sri Lanka
When it comes to Sri Lanka car hire with SIXT, you’ll be impressed with the top-class service we provide to our customers. We’ll walk you through the process making sure you have everything you need to make an informed decision on your vehicle of choice. Whether you’re looking for a weekly car hire or just a one-day rental, SIXT will make sure your requirements are met providing a flexible and stress-free booking process. Look at our range deals on saloons, MPVs and people carriers and keep in mind you can add some attractive bookable extras like sat navs and an additional driver.
Best places to visit in Sri Lanka
- Colombo: The charming capital city of Sri Lanka is a must visit with its diverse landscapes and interesting cultural monuments, with a mix of history and modernity thrown in you’ll be truly captivated. The city is famous for its local cuisine, market culture, sprawling parks and stunning temples. Thanks to car hire in Sri Lanka you'll discover all the secrets of Colombo.
- Galle: The colonial city of Galle is the perfect combination of culture and beach. Separated into two parts, Galle Fort and Unawatuna, with the former you can discover the colonial history of the city with its mixture of Dutch architecture and British influence. While in Unawatuna you can enjoy a relaxed beach life, with surfing and scuba diving being particularly popular.
- Kandy: In the heart of Sri Lanka, you’ll find the former capital of the ancient kings, Kandy. An UNESCO World Heritage site, it’s home to the country’s oldest relic, the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic. Kandy boasts a wonderful mix of spice gardens, tea plantations and tropical rainforests. It’s the ideal place to wander around in nature and discovering Sri Lanka’s ancient Buddhist culture.
Summer 2025 in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is a great place for a summer holiday, as an island you can explore the many beautiful beaches on offer, in the summer beaches on the south coast are recommended especially Galle, Tangalle and Bentota. There’s also Minneriya National Park and natural beauties like Nuwara Eliya where you can find lakes, waterfalls, gardens, and tea plantations a plenty. While in July and August the Esala Perahera festival is a special parade with locals dressed in elegant costumes.
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Good to know when renting in Sri Lanka
We have a selection of quality car categories for drivers as young as 23 years old. You must hold a valid licence for at least 2 years and a small charge applies.
Opt to ‘pay later’ while making your online booking and we guarantee free cancellation all the way up to the day of pickup!
Choose from our wide selection of useful add-ons for your booking. Whether it’s sat navs, child seats or extra protection of miles packages we can assist.
It is often possible to have separate domestic pickup and drop-off locations for your car hire. Simply put in the branches while online or inquire at pick-up.
International Drivers will need to have their licence validated ahead of pickup. We can arrange this for a small fee if you send copies of your passport and licence to the pickup branch.
We accept all major and internationally recognised credit cards. We do not however accept prepaid or debit cards like VISA Electron.
