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Colombo International Airport
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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.

Winter 2024 in Sri Lanka

Winter in Sri Lanka brings mix of heavy rain and sunshine, but if you stick to the south of the island the sunny weather tends to stick around. After sampling the beaches in the south, heading towards the Central Highlands, Kandy, and the Cultural Triangle. Hiking around Adam’s Peak is popular, while Colombo is good place to visit with interesting temples and great local cuisine. You also have the amazing rock fortress of Sigiriya and the impressive cave temples of Dambulla.

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*Our Customer Excitement Score is based on a survey sent to all customers who booked in Sri Lanka. The score is an average of all customer responses.

Good to know when renting in Sri Lanka

Under 25 Car Hire

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.

Flexible Hiring

Opt to ‘pay later’ while making your online booking and we guarantee free cancellation all the way up to the day of pickup!

Available Extras

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.