The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) reports that 279,328 tourists arrived in Sri Lanka in February 2026. This shows a strong 16.2% increase compared to February last year, highlighting the steady growth of the country’s tourism sector. 📈

India remained the leading source market, contributing 47,679 visitors, which accounts for 17% of total arrivals in February 🇮🇳. The United Kingdom followed with 30,788 tourists 🇬🇧, while Russia recorded 23,099 arrivals 🇷🇺. Germany brought in 22,566 visitors 🇩🇪, China added 20,180 travellers 🇨🇳, and 17,174 tourists arrived from France 🇫🇷.

From January 1 to February 28, 2026, Sri Lanka welcomed a total of 556,655 tourists. During this period, India contributed 99,740 visitors, the United Kingdom recorded 60,328 arrivals, and Russia accounted for 50,233 tourists. 🌴

These figures reflect growing international confidence in Sri Lanka as a preferred travel destination and signal a positive momentum for the tourism industry in 2026. ✨