Oreet mate hows it goin. Your videos are by far the best in these regions of Sri Lanka, top stuff. Mind a little help? how easy is it to get hold of a bike around these parts? We'll probably head over soon and you seem the man in the know. Anywhere you recommend North, Northeast, East away from most tourists? Cheers mate all the best.
Hey mate! Really sorry for the delay! I reckon i might have missed the boat in terms of how useful my recommendations are now, but if you still need any info, drop me a message on Instagram and I'll pick that up way quicker ✌
@@TheWanderLifeNo worries atall man! I'm a old school lad so don't use IG or ewt. Being honest Sri Lanka wasn't on our list of places to visit but watched a few of your videos cos your a fellow northerner and thought you know what actually looks decent so here we are. Will just explore and mooch about. Hope your keeping well wherever you are mate
Hey Melanie! I’m not certain, I don’t believe I did, but I met a lot of great people around there so who knows eh. Brilliant, beautiful place though 😊❤️🇱🇰
Hi, are you still in the Trinco area? If you are go to Sali again and ask for Wanum, everyone knows him. We are good friends and meet up every time we visit SL
@@melanieknight2351 Not there anymore - I left SL a little time ago (I've been in Spain for the last 2 months), but I'll remember that for next time I'm there 🙂
Hey there! Just stumbled upon your channel and I'm absolutely hooked on your videos! Currently indulging in a binge-watching session - your Sri Lankan series is an absolute gem! Thank you for showcasing the often overlooked northern and eastern parts of Sri Lanka. Your efforts are bound to attract more travelers and contribute to the economic growth of these lesser explored areas. Kudos to you! 👏 Looking forward to more exciting content. Cheers!
Heyyy! Thanks so much for tuning it! That’s really great to hear! I’m glad you’ve enjoyed the series and can’t wait to be back for Sri Lanka series 3.0 😊❤️🇱🇰
Hey Chris! Hope you’re doing well! This is from a little while back (around a couple of months ago) - I’ve been in Spain for the last 2 months, so that gives you a round about idea
Enjoyed the video and thanks for sharing this great find. What was that other beach you mentioned... sounded like "Katia Beach" and is that near by as well? Did you travel by scooter throughout the Island?
Hey Gene! It’s been such a while since I posted this video that I’m not sure what I said 🙈 if you know the timestamp in the video I’ll look back and listen to what I’m saying. As for getting around, yea, I travelled the whole country by scooter and it was really fantastic. A little taxing for the back and bum on the longer journeys, but great freedom nonetheless. I was actually back in Sri Lanka recently for another 3 months, but I didn’t make any content then, just holidaying and so I feel pretty well versed with the country if you have any questions
HEYY! Thanks for bringing us along on your beautiful adventure - great video - Quick quesiton re scooter - Do you reckon that I could get away without a motorcycle license because I just got my UK driving license and I heard that that's not enough for a 100cc + scooter here?
Could you ride here and potentially not be pulled over?…Yea, but it’s a high risk strategy. If you do get pulled over, best case scenario you end up paying more than what the actual licence costs. Worst case, I suppose they could hold the bike and land you in some bother with whoever you rent it from etc plus a possibly hefty fine. From what I actually saw myself, many places won’t rent a bike to you without the proper papers because if you get pulled, it could land back on them. That’s not to say you won’t find somewhere mind, but honestly it’s just easier to sort the licence. You can either do it yourself, which is what I did or you can keep it simple and pay the rental company to do everything for you. They can actually do that in advance too before you arrive so it’s all sorted and in order for your first day. I think the bigger issue at hand is actually whether you have any experience riding a bike in countries such as Sri Lanka. If you do, sweet…but I’d say that it’s not necessarily the best place to dive in and learn. The driving style, particularly in more built up areas and on busy roads can be extremely different to back in the UK. I personally saw not only the aftermath of a pretty horrendous crash a tourist had but also actually quite a few very serious (life ending) crashes locals had, so ultimately, it’s not for me to say don’t do it (if you’re not experienced) because I actually learnt in India years ago 🙈😂, but certainly question whether your ability and experience align with the conditions ✌🏻
I got stopped a fair few times…always friendly and polite, but when asked for the licence, it was specifically the Sri Lankan one they wanted to see. Didn’t experience it myself, but I have friends who have he extortion attempts because of licence issues - for every 100 good police officers, there’s always a couple of bad eggs (same goes in every country). For literally how little the licence costs, just better to sort it for peace of mind
11:24 actually there are sharks in Trincomalee sea. Most of them are Blacktip Reef Shark, and Grey Reef Shark, are generally not considered a significant threat to humans. Also risk of such shark's encounter is relatively low, however it's always a good idea to be aware of them.
Yea I heard later that you can see certain ones if you dive at/near Pigeon island, so assumed that there are obviously some there but the fishermen in the previous video made it sound like you’d be mauled by 1000kg monsters of you went in the wrong water 😂
Hey there! So sorry for the delay! I don't recall exactly, but I believe it was arounf May time last year and yea, it was incredible weather - insanely hot and humid though. I don't know Fahrenheit, but in celsius it must have been mid 30's
You should use a windslayer/wind muff. You can pick one up fairly easily on amazon/ebay if it's available where you are. Alternatively. you can DIY one (there's a few videos on YT for that). I actually need to pick one up myself still because I've got too much interference from the wind myself. If you hear the audio loud and clear it's only because I have a strong voice and there was no wind messing the audio up.
I have relatives there . Visited few times . Go & see 7 well. One well is extremely hot water u can boil the eggs other one is extremely ice cold Natural harbor
I wouldn't wash my cloths in that sink where people spat or washed their hands after wiping their butt. Just wash them under the shower or give it to a local laundry.
So you wouldn't wash your clothes in there with laundry soap, but you would still wash your hands in there etc? If I thought like that I'd never get anything done.
Man makes travel video - immediately he’s a 100% copycat of another man that also makes travel videos. ‘Outrage today as man dares to pick up a paintbrush - Da Vinci fans in uproar’. Alright mate!
I’ve watched Harold and apart from beard lol nothing similar matey. Watching from UK 🇬🇧 as fingers crossed visit next year! Check out Davud he’s doing amazing work to encourage tourists
@@callum9880 Hope you manage to make it out! (Both to SL and out of the UK - I'm back later this week and already on countdown to the flight out haha). Incredible country to visit so no doubt you'll love every second of your time there 🙂
Oreet mate hows it goin. Your videos are by far the best in these regions of Sri Lanka, top stuff.
Mind a little help? how easy is it to get hold of a bike around these parts? We'll probably head over soon and you seem the man in the know. Anywhere you recommend North, Northeast, East away from most tourists?
Cheers mate all the best.
Hey mate! Really sorry for the delay! I reckon i might have missed the boat in terms of how useful my recommendations are now, but if you still need any info, drop me a message on Instagram and I'll pick that up way quicker ✌
@@TheWanderLifeNo worries atall man! I'm a old school lad so don't use IG or ewt. Being honest Sri Lanka wasn't on our list of places to visit but watched a few of your videos cos your a fellow northerner and thought you know what actually looks decent so here we are. Will just explore and mooch about.
Hope your keeping well wherever you are mate
Brilliant to see you in Sali , did you meet Wanum? He is a good friend of ours.
Melanie and Nigel Knight
Hey Melanie! I’m not certain, I don’t believe I did, but I met a lot of great people around there so who knows eh. Brilliant, beautiful place though 😊❤️🇱🇰
Hi, are you still in the Trinco area? If you are go to Sali again and ask for Wanum, everyone knows him. We are good friends and meet up every time we visit SL
@@melanieknight2351 Not there anymore - I left SL a little time ago (I've been in Spain for the last 2 months), but I'll remember that for next time I'm there 🙂
Hey there! Just stumbled upon your channel and I'm absolutely hooked on your videos! Currently indulging in a binge-watching session - your Sri Lankan series is an absolute gem! Thank you for showcasing the often overlooked northern and eastern parts of Sri Lanka. Your efforts are bound to attract more travelers and contribute to the economic growth of these lesser explored areas. Kudos to you! 👏 Looking forward to more exciting content. Cheers!
Heyyy! Thanks so much for tuning it! That’s really great to hear! I’m glad you’ve enjoyed the series and can’t wait to be back for Sri Lanka series 3.0 😊❤️🇱🇰
It is truly one of the most beautiful beaches and its crystal clear water.
Honestly, such a little paradise there 😍
What is this beach called??
Thanks for getting back in the other
Video, I've been to Sri Lanka before, this is great video is it from today or few months ago.
Hey Chris! Hope you’re doing well! This is from a little while back (around a couple of months ago) - I’ve been in Spain for the last 2 months, so that gives you a round about idea
Enjoyed the video and thanks for sharing this great find. What was that other beach you mentioned... sounded like "Katia Beach" and is that near by as well? Did you travel by scooter throughout the Island?
Hey Gene! It’s been such a while since I posted this video that I’m not sure what I said 🙈 if you know the timestamp in the video I’ll look back and listen to what I’m saying.
As for getting around, yea, I travelled the whole country by scooter and it was really fantastic. A little taxing for the back and bum on the longer journeys, but great freedom nonetheless. I was actually back in Sri Lanka recently for another 3 months, but I didn’t make any content then, just holidaying and so I feel pretty well versed with the country if you have any questions
@@TheWanderLife Minute 14:55. Thanks again.
It’s now on a our list maybe boat ride there, we staying At Nilaveli so hopefully get there
Great show mate
Glad you enjoyed! 😊✌🏻
Nice vlog my guy 😍🥳
Cheers Aravind! Hope you’re keeping well! 😊✌🏻
HEYY! Thanks for bringing us along on your beautiful adventure - great video - Quick quesiton re scooter - Do you reckon that I could get away without a motorcycle license because I just got my UK driving license and I heard that that's not enough for a 100cc + scooter here?
Could you ride here and potentially not be pulled over?…Yea, but it’s a high risk strategy. If you do get pulled over, best case scenario you end up paying more than what the actual licence costs. Worst case, I suppose they could hold the bike and land you in some bother with whoever you rent it from etc plus a possibly hefty fine. From what I actually saw myself, many places won’t rent a bike to you without the proper papers because if you get pulled, it could land back on them. That’s not to say you won’t find somewhere mind, but honestly it’s just easier to sort the licence. You can either do it yourself, which is what I did or you can keep it simple and pay the rental company to do everything for you. They can actually do that in advance too before you arrive so it’s all sorted and in order for your first day. I think the bigger issue at hand is actually whether you have any experience riding a bike in countries such as Sri Lanka. If you do, sweet…but I’d say that it’s not necessarily the best place to dive in and learn. The driving style, particularly in more built up areas and on busy roads can be extremely different to back in the UK. I personally saw not only the aftermath of a pretty horrendous crash a tourist had but also actually quite a few very serious (life ending) crashes locals had, so ultimately, it’s not for me to say don’t do it (if you’re not experienced) because I actually learnt in India years ago 🙈😂, but certainly question whether your ability and experience align with the conditions ✌🏻
Sri Lankan police go easy on foreigners. They likely dont mind as long you have some kind of a driving license.
I got stopped a fair few times…always friendly and polite, but when asked for the licence, it was specifically the Sri Lankan one they wanted to see. Didn’t experience it myself, but I have friends who have he extortion attempts because of licence issues - for every 100 good police officers, there’s always a couple of bad eggs (same goes in every country). For literally how little the licence costs, just better to sort it for peace of mind
Nice video mate
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beautiful video0
Thanks so much 😊✌🏻
11:24 actually there are sharks in Trincomalee sea. Most of them are Blacktip Reef Shark, and Grey Reef Shark, are generally not considered a significant threat to humans. Also risk of such shark's encounter is relatively low, however it's always a good idea to be aware of them.
Yea I heard later that you can see certain ones if you dive at/near Pigeon island, so assumed that there are obviously some there but the fishermen in the previous video made it sound like you’d be mauled by 1000kg monsters of you went in the wrong water 😂
Great video sir ❤
Thanks so much 😊✌🏻
What month was this? Weather looks fantastic?
Also, do you remember what the temperature was? Was it nearly 100?
Hey there! So sorry for the delay! I don't recall exactly, but I believe it was arounf May time last year and yea, it was incredible weather - insanely hot and humid though. I don't know Fahrenheit, but in celsius it must have been mid 30's
What do you use for have clear voice even if there heavy wind for your GoPro camara ?
You should use a windslayer/wind muff. You can pick one up fairly easily on amazon/ebay if it's available where you are. Alternatively. you can DIY one (there's a few videos on YT for that). I actually need to pick one up myself still because I've got too much interference from the wind myself. If you hear the audio loud and clear it's only because I have a strong voice and there was no wind messing the audio up.
Thank you very much
Welcome to Sri Lanka 🇱🇰. ❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Thanks so much 😊✌
I have relatives there . Visited few times . Go & see 7 well. One well is extremely hot water u can boil the eggs other one is extremely ice cold
Natural harbor
Yea I actually went to that place with the two local guys from the other video in Trinco (the boat video). I didn't record that place, but it was fun
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You should have asked the Navy for permission.
The local guy I spoke to said it wouldn’t be allowed so I just figured he’d know best being from around there
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Heyyyy! Appreciate that so much! Thanks for coming along with me! 😊✌
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I'm going to guess that Wayne is an Aquarius and Xiomara is an Aries.
1 out of 2…I (Wayne) am an Aquarius 😊✌🏻
@@TheWanderLife what is Xiomara's sign?
Ayubowan…🙏🫶🏼🇱🇰🇱🇰🇱🇰
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1: Sharks do not live in shallow water. 2: Sharks do not actively attack people. 3: Humans are not a diet for sharks.
This is what living in Australia does to you 🙈😂
@@TheWanderLife yeah. sharks in Australia are powerful
I wouldn't wash my cloths in that sink where people spat or washed their hands after wiping their butt. Just wash them under the shower or give it to a local laundry.
So you wouldn't wash your clothes in there with laundry soap, but you would still wash your hands in there etc? If I thought like that I'd never get anything done.
This guy pretending to be Harald Baldr. copying everything he does.
Man makes travel video - immediately he’s a 100% copycat of another man that also makes travel videos. ‘Outrage today as man dares to pick up a paintbrush - Da Vinci fans in uproar’. Alright mate!
@@TheWanderLife No you are copying him from beard to almost everything he does, even copying his new thing with subtitles. don't be a laughing stock.
The beard 😂 Mate I’m 35 years old and had a beard since I was 18 so yea, I’m copying some fella on TH-cam….
I’ve watched Harold and apart from beard lol nothing similar matey. Watching from UK 🇬🇧 as fingers crossed visit next year! Check out Davud he’s doing amazing work to encourage tourists
@@callum9880 Hope you manage to make it out! (Both to SL and out of the UK - I'm back later this week and already on countdown to the flight out haha). Incredible country to visit so no doubt you'll love every second of your time there 🙂