$75 Cheap Car Rental in Kalkudah

If your trip to Kalkudah is all booked but your travel itinerary is looking a little empty, we can give you a few hints and tips.Consider extending your trip by an extra day or so. Once you’ve explored the center, Saint Nicholas Church Chenkalady and Batticaloa Lagoon are some other nearby attractions that are worth a look.

The best part about having your own wheels is that you can go anywhere, anytime. Make full use of your freedom by checking out all there is to do in Polonnaruwa. It’s just 35 miles away. Among your first few stops here ought to be Gal Pota, Gal Viharaya and Shiva Devalaya. The locals are also likely to point you toward Trincomalee, 55 miles away. If you can only find time for one thing here, let it be Sri Pathrakali Temple. (But we’d also highly recommend Sri Lanka Diving Tours - Trincomalee and Koneswaram Temple.)

Whether you’re traveling on your own or with the whole gang, we have a great set of wheels for you in Kalkudah. If you’d prefer something small, why not pick up the keys to a mini? These zippy cars are fun to drive and affordable to run. Excited to explore the surrounding areas? An SUV or a full-size car could be perfect. If you’d rather go all out this vacation, drive around in style with a premium car.

You’ll be happy to hear that there’s a broad range of both economy and high-end rental vehicles on offer in Kalkudah. What you opt for is largely dependent on how much you want to spend as well as what you plan to do. Specialty and prestige vehicles offer the best in comfort and class. If you want to indulge yourself, why not pick up an elite SUV, or perhaps a stylish mid-sized vehicle? Alternatively, if you just need a car to get you around town as economically as possible, maybe go for a versatile compact vehicle (or something else that won’t burn a hole in your wallet).

The left-hand side is where you’ll be driving in Kalkudah. Also take note that the controls of your rental car here, such as the steering wheel and gearshift, will be on the opposite side of what you’re used to.

Finding a car space in Kalkudah isn’t always easy. That’s why many people opt for a hotel that has its own parking. When leaving the car around the city, take careful note of the signage. Overstaying the permitted time limit could land you a steep fine.

Speed limits vary in and around Kalkudah, but generally range from 40km/h to 70km/h. Most residential areas have a maximum speed of 50km/h unless stated otherwise.

Most of the time, your chosen car rental company will bill the amount of the fine to your credit card. Alternatively, the company may provide your contact information to the relevant local agency so they can send a fine straight to you.

You’re allowed to use a cell phone when driving around Kalkudah. However, we always recommend waiting until the end of your journey, or pulling over in an appropriate spot, before using your phone.

In Kalkudah, it is illegal to drive with a BAC (blood alcohol content) over 0.08%. If you’re planning to have a few drinks with lunch or dinner, it’d be wise to leave the rental car at your hotel.

Seat belts are required in Eastern Province. That being said, the rule may vary for some vehicles, such as those operated by public transportation systems.