Over 39,000 Tourists Arrive in Sri Lanka in First Five Days of 2025

Sri Lanka has recorded a significant influx of tourists in the first five days of 2025, with a total of 39,415 visitors arriving between January 1 and 5, according to the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA).

The highest number of arrivals came from Russia, with 6,481 visitors, followed by India with 6,183 tourists. Other key contributors included the United Kingdom, Germany, Australia, and the United States.

January 2 marked the peak day for arrivals, with 9,392 tourists entering the country. The positive start to the year reflects growing confidence in Sri Lanka’s tourism sector, which has been recovering following challenges in previous years.