Cruise from Colombo (Sri Lanka)

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Colombo as a cruise port

The port of Colombo in Sri Lanka lies north of the Fort and Pettah districts. The Sri Lanka Ports Authority lists a passenger terminal for cruise guests; the port also comprises several terminals. The specific berth used for the voyage determines the starting point for a shore visit. The distinctions between a cruise pier, passenger port and ferry terminal help distinguish the port area from the facility actually in use.

Fort lies south of the port. Colombo Fort railway station is east of the centre of Fort; farther east to northeast lies Pettah, with its central bus station. The railway station and bus station are separate, nearby landmarks that help orient visitors within the city. Pettah is also listed as a starting point for intercity bus journeys.

The city and regional travel

Bandaranaike International Airport is near Katunayake, north of Colombo. It is therefore part of the regional journey, not the immediate port surroundings. Indian Ocean cruises connect islands and coastal ports across the region on a variety of routes.