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Trail Safety Calculator

Quick risk read for any Sri Lankan trail. Inputs are tuned to local conditions — monsoon timing, wildlife corridors, and group composition — not generic mountaineering rules.

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How it scores risk

Each input adds or removes risk points. Carrying the right gear earns deductions. Output is a Low / Medium / High verdict plus the specific Sri Lankan factors that drove it.

  • Monsoon — biggest single factor; expect washouts and leeches
  • Wildlife corridors — leopard / elephant territory adds risk
  • Group composition — solo foreign hikers carry the most exposure
  • Gear credits — emergency device, certified guide, monsoon kit reduce score

A Medium or High verdict isn't "don't go" — it's "don't go without a local guide / proper gear / a clear weather window."

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