The best time
to visit Habarana.

Best time: June to September.

Weather: Hot 27–34°C; dry zone climate, brief showers possible in the second monsoon.

Habarana is a quiet crossroads at the centre of the Cultural Triangle, with easy access to Sigiriya, Dambulla, Polonnaruwa and the elephant parks at Minneriya, Kaudulla and Hurulu. Most of the region's finest luxury lodges sit in jungle here rather than in any of the cultural towns themselves.

• · Stay in Habarana, day-trip to Sigiriya — the luxury lodges are quieter than Sigiriya village.
• · Book Minneriya late afternoon for the elephant gathering.
• · Balloon flights only run November to April.