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Do you tip in Sri Lanka?
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Quick answer
Tipping is not obligatory but is appreciated. Restaurants often add a 10% service charge; if not, 10% is standard. For a private driver on a multi-day tour, USD 10-15 per day is typical; for airport transfers, USD 2-5. Hotel porters USD 1-2 per bag, tour guides USD 5-10. Always tip in Sri Lankan Rupees where possible, and only what you can genuinely afford.