Will my tour operator tell me what to pack for a Sri Lankan holiday?

Yes, a thorough tour operator usually gives you a detailed pre-departure packing list that is tailored to your exact route, with the key items spelt out like temple-appropriate clothing and jungle-level insect repellent. They help you show up properly equipped, so you are not thinking on the spot.

Since Sri Lanka has wildly different microclimates, you will need strategic packing guidance. The agency will nudge you to pack warm layers for the cooler Nuwara Eliya highlands and modest outfits that cover knees and shoulders for sacred places, like the Temple of the Tooth, you know. They will also suggest the best footwear for the particular hikes included in your route.