If you’re on an Odyssey tour, we take care of tipping so you don’t need to give it a second thought. However, in your free time, or if travelling independently, it’s essential that you tip an appropriate amount for services. Sri Lanka has an active tipping culture, though it is custom for tips to be earned for good service rather than to be simply expected. An approximate tip for hotel staff such as housekeepers and porters would be about 100 rupees, while a few hundred may be expected of a decent tour guide, though this can vary. A service charge of 10% is sometimes added to restaurant bills, but otherwise a similiar tip is appreciated.