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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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