Weed in Galle, Sri Lanka: A Simple Story

Hi there! This is a story about a trip to Galle, Sri Lanka, where I learned some interesting things about cannabis, or in other words weed or ganja. It’s a magic plant that people use to feel relaxed or happy. But in Galle, it’s not so easy to find, and there are some important rules about it.

I just got back from Galle a week ago, now smoking a big joint of pineapple weed strain, reminding me of that cool time I had in Galle — thanks in part to the weed that accompanied me on my adventures.

Local Attitudes Toward Cannabis in Galle

Just because cannabis is strictly regulated in Galle doesn’t mean the locals are strongly opposed to it. In fact, most people in Galle don’t seem to care too much about marijuana use. Of course, it’s wise to follow some basic rules, like not smoking in public. But even if someone notices you, it’s unlikely they’ll see it as a big deal.

When I was in Galle, Joe invited me to a small party with some friends. They had some weed and played PS5, and everyone seemed okay with it as long as we were indoors and respectful. How lucky I was😁 Joe told he will be my weed dealer while I am here in Galle so I had no issues with great stuff all that time.

Weed Laws in Sri Lanka: The Real Deal

Alright, let’s break it down — Sri Lanka ain’t playin' with their weed laws. If you’re thinkin' you can just stroll into a shop and cop some high-THC weed in Galle like you do in the Netherlands, nah fam, think again. You won’t find any legit spots sellin' anything with enough THC to get you lifted. You might see some medical stuff, but that CBD ain't gon' do nothin'.

Met this dude Joe in the hotel bar. He’s been around the Galle block, knows what’s up with the ganja scene out here. Turns out, while the rules are strict on paper, the cops ain't always on it like that.

How the Cannabis Law Is Enforced in Galle

Technically, any cannabis product with more than 1% THC is illegal in Galle. However, Joe explained that the police tend to be relatively relaxed when it comes to cannabis in Galle, especially with tourists.

If you’re caught with a small amount — less than 10 grams of weed or 5 grams of hash — you’re unlikely to face serious consequences. The police might confiscate your weed, but it’s unlikely you’ll get into much trouble as long as you’re discreet.

So where do smokers purchase weed in Galle?

Despite the fact that I did not have any problems with weed in Galle because of Joe, he told me how everything works (and not only with cannabis).

Usually high-level dealers purchase stuff on wholesale darknet websites. Theoretically you may also go through all the nightmare of using darknet websites to get your stuff delivered in several days or even weeks. Website thehiddenwiki.com has all the links you may need to order stuff in the darknet using Tor browser and crypto, but this method usually works if you need a lot of stuff and have time (several days) to wait for the delivery.

But if you are just visiting Galle for several days (or up to 2 weeks) and need some weed - dealing with wholesale darknet websites looks like not the best way to spend your time. This is the point where local dealers rush into this game. But if you think you can easily find street dealers with good stuff nowadays - do not hurry so much, the situation with weed in Galle has changed already.

Now dealers switched to another approach - you simply find their messenger contacts from someone who purchased weed in Galle already or on some forum comments, choose stuff from menu, discuss drop off area (this may be some hotel or approximate area), after you pay in crypto (yes, now this is #1 payment option for all “dark” payments) - and stuff gets delivered and dropped where you agree. Package with weed is usually masked, you get a photo and coordinates where to pick up your stuff. As a result - no official payments and no meetings in person (you choose just the approximate package drop area, not the exact place where you meet) - so both you and the dealer stay secure and anonymous. This was a little surprise for me, at home I simply buy directly from my trusted dealer via cache, but we have what we have. How happy I was that I met Joe so I do not need to go through all this 🙂

Cannabis in Galle: Frequently Asked Questions

Is high-THC weed illegal in Galle?

Yes, non-medical cannabis is regulated and restricted, but the police tend to be lenient with tourists carrying less than 10 grams.

What happens if you get caught with cannabis in Galle?

It depends on the situation. If the police suspect you’re a dealer, you could face serious consequences. However, tourists with small amounts of cannabis are generally left alone.

Can you still find cannabis the old-school way in Galle?

Yes, though it’s becoming less common. While many dealers have shifted to online sales, searching in parks or asking taxi drivers might still work.

Top quality weed and hash in Galle - truth or myth?

Yes, truth, but complex to find. Quality differs among different dealers.

Is it possible to find hash in Galle?

Yes, a lot of dealers sell both weed and hash, so hash is also popular and can be found in Galle. Not always available, but rather popular.

Price for weed / hash in Galle?

Prices vary from dealer to dealer and usually depend on quality and anything else. From what I saw - super high quality weed may go up to $20 - $25 per 1 gram (while the more you buy - the lower price you get), and high quality hash was around $30-$35 per 1 gram. Have not seen low quality weed in Galle so do not know the prices, but should be lower.

Five random facts about cannabis

1. Modern-Day Cannabis Is A Lot Stronger

We talked about this on the cannabis flower and its influence in the 60s. For one, it’s purer than the illegal “hippie weed” that was imported into the United States. And it’s also been cultivated to increase its THC content, so the high you get from marijuana today is a lot stronger than what your parents or grandparents consumed.

2. Bob Marley Was Buried With Grass

The musical star was buried with his red Gibson guitar, a cannabis bud, and a Bible open on the 23rd Psalm, which reads: “The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures”. Way to go, Marley.

3. Cannabis Has Over 100 Active Cannabinoids

In fact, over 120. The most famous ones are (you guessed it!) THC and CBD.

4. California Banned First

A century ago, California was the first state in the United States to ban cannabis. This is a bit ironic when we look at the fun fact above. But it looks like Cali learned its lesson!

5. Weed Is Beer’s Cousin!

Beer hops are in the same family of flowering plants as cannabis. We thought the plants looked similar… and now we know why.