Negombo beach, is it worth a stay on arrival.
Our flight lands late. Should we stay our first night in Negombo, or just head straight into Colombo city.
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If your flight lands late at night, staying your first night in Negombo is highly recommended. The airport is actually located in Negombo, not Colombo. It is a quick 15 minute drive to the beach hotels, allowing you to rest immediately without a long city transfer in the dark.
Scam Watch: colombo
Driver claims the meter is broken and quotes an inflated flat rate. Common on arrival at airport or railway stations when tourists are tired and disoriented.
Drivers wearing official-looking uniforms claim to be "government-approved" and charge 3-5x normal rates. They may have fake badges or ID cards.
Women with babies approach asking you to buy milk powder at a nearby shop (not cash). The shop is run by accomplices and charges 5-10x normal price.
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