Sri Lanka Tour Packages from Qatar & Doha (2026 Guide)

Direct flights from Doha (DOH) to Colombo (CMB)

Qatar Airways operates 2–3 daily non-stop flights from Hamad International to Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo. Flight time is roughly 4h 45m. Return fares typically range QAR 1,400–2,400 in economy, lower in shoulder months (April–June, September–October).

SriLankan Airlines also operates the route in code-share — same airport, similar pricing. We recommend the late-night QR departure: you land in Colombo around dawn and have a full first day with our driver waiting at arrivals.

Visa & ETA: Qatari passport holders vs Qatar residents

Sri Lanka's entry rules follow the nationality of your passport, not your Qatar residency or QID. So there is no single ETA rule or price that covers everyone flying out of Doha.

Qatari passport holders: Qatar is one of the 40 countries listed by the Sri Lanka Department of Immigration and Emigration for a tourist visa (ETA) free of charge for 30 days with effect from 25 May 2026, subject to the official conditions. An ETA is still applied for in advance — the fee is simply waived.

Expatriates living in Qatar: your eligibility, the duration granted and any fee depend on the passport you hold. Some nationalities are on the same 40-country list; others apply under the standard fee-paying arrangements. Check your own nationality on eta.gov.lk before booking.

Apply only on the official ETA service (eta.gov.lk); look-alike sites add their own service charge. Important: Sri Lankan visa and ETA requirements, eligibility and fees may change. Travelers should always verify the latest requirements with the Sri Lanka Department of Immigration & Emigration (immigration.gov.lk) or the official ETA service before traveling. Last verified: 10 August 2026.

Most popular packages from Doha

5-Day Cultural Discovery (Colombo → Sigiriya → Kandy → Colombo): the sweet spot for a long weekend. From USD 595 per person twin-share including 4-star hotels, private driver, breakfast and all entry fees.

7-Day Island Highlights: cultural triangle + Ella tea country + south coast beaches. Our most-booked Qatar package — from USD 850 per person twin-share.

10-Day Complete Sri Lanka: adds Yala safari and extra beach time. From USD 1,250 per person twin-share.

Family of 4 with kids? We swap to a larger Toyota KDH van and family rooms — works out roughly 25% cheaper per person than two double rooms.

Best months to fly from Qatar

December to March is peak (perfect weather on the south + west coasts and cultural triangle, but book 6–8 weeks ahead from Doha).

April Eid holidays: hot and humid, but doable — focus on hill country (Ella, Nuwara Eliya).

July–August (Qatar summer break): east coast is glorious (Trincomalee, Pasikuda) — flip the itinerary east instead of south.

What's included when you book with us

Airport meet & greet with name board, private air-conditioned vehicle for the whole trip, English-speaking Sri Lankan driver-guide, hand-picked hotels, all entry tickets, daily bottled water, WhatsApp support from our Qatar number during your trip, and a no-shopping-stops guarantee.

Prices, fees and schedules — last verified August 2026

Last verified: August 2026. Entrance tickets, national park and safari fees, train fares and timetables, visa and ETA charges, opening hours, exchange rates and travel regulations in Sri Lanka are set by the relevant authorities and are revised from time to time.

Every price, duration and schedule in this guide is indicative and subject to change. Please confirm current details with the official source — the Department of Immigration and Emigration for visas and ETA, Sri Lanka Railways for train times and reservations, the Central Cultural Fund for heritage-site tickets and the Department of Wildlife Conservation for national parks — or message our team for an up-to-date quote.