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A relaxing trip around Sri Lanka’s southern coast that includes the sun, sea, historic towns, and marine life. This trip combines leisure with discovery, letting guests see the island’s beautiful southern bend and its pristine beaches, lagoons, and cultural sites.
When you get to Bandaranaike International Airport, meet your private guide and have a lovely drive along the coastal route to Bentota. Enjoy the beautiful foliage and views of fishing communities along the way. When you get there, relax by the quiet river lagoon or walk along the beach. As you settle into your boutique beachfront hotel, enjoy the evening watching the sun set over the water.
Spend the whole day exploring the beautiful area around Bentota. Visit Brief Garden, the old house and art studio of Bevis Bawa. The tropical gardens, sculptures, and water features make it a wonderful place to relax. You might also go on a river safari along the Bentota River to see native birds and animals while floating through mangroves. At night, you may relax on the beach or have a peaceful meal with the sound of waves in the background.
Go to Hikkaduwa and enjoy the lively seas along the shore. You may go snorkeling in the Coral Sanctuary and see colorful fish and thriving coral reefs, or you can take a glass-bottom boat trip to see the marine life in a beautiful way. Later, have fun on the Hikkaduwa beach, where surfers ride the waves and local cafés provide fresh seafood and tropical beverages. The best time to take pictures or think quietly is around sunset.
Go to Galle and spend the day seeing the old Galle Fort, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. You may walk around its walls, shop in little stores, and look at antique lighthouses and buildings from the colonial past. Find secret cafés and art galleries along cobblestone lanes. In the evening, go around the historic streets and take in the atmosphere of a city that combines history, culture, and coastline beauty.
Unawatuna is a short drive away. Spend a relaxed day at Jungle Beach, a small cove with calm waves and lovely dunes. You may also check out the Rumassala Sanctuary, which has woodland paths and great views of the bay. At night, relax by the water and enjoy some local seafood or traditional Sri Lankan cooking.
Go to Mirissa, a little seaside town known for its turquoise waters and beaches shaped like crescents. Spend the day lounging on the beach, swimming, or walking around Coconut Tree Hill for great views of the coastline with swaying palms. At night, enjoy a delicious seafood meal by the water as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean.
Depending on the time of year, you can see blue whales, sperm whales, and pods of dolphins on an early morning whale watching trip. Go back to Mirissa and check out Secret Beach, a little nook with beautiful views. You can see the whole harbor and shoreline from the Parrot Rock overlook. At the end of the day, relax on the beach or have a leisurely meal at a nearby café.
Move down the southern coast to Weligama, Midigama, or Ahangama. These areas are noted for their calm waves and beaches that are great for surfing. You may take beginner or intermediate surfing classes, or you can spend time exploring peaceful coves and small cafés. The day is a combination of action, leisure, and a real look at life in a seaside community.
Go to Hiriketiya, where there is a beautiful horseshoe-shaped bay surrounded by green rocks. Spend the day going down secret trails, checking out the views, and enjoying the calm waters of the bay. In the evening, go to the neighboring Dickwella shoreline to watch the sunset and relax on the beach before going back to your hotel.
Take it easy on the beaches of Hiriketiya and Dickwella in the south. You may swim, sunbathe, or just enjoy the calmness of the shore. You may also go to the Hummanaya Blowhole and the neighboring hamlet areas to see the natural wonder of water shooting out of the ocean into the rocks.
Drive to Tangalle and see some of Sri Lanka’s most beautiful and calm beaches. Take your time and walk along lagoons, find hidden coves, and enjoy the view. You may go to the turtle conservation project in Rekawa to learn about how to conserve sea turtles and maybe even see baby turtles making their way to the sea.
Spend the whole day at a fancy beach resort in Hambantota. You may go on nature walks along the coast, take boat cruises across the lagoon, or have a spa treatment to unwind. Take some time to relax and enjoy the pleasure of a quiet day by the sea.
Use the southern freeway to go back to Colombo, and you may stop at a picturesque seaside viewpoint or cultural site along the route. Arrive to Bandaranaike International Airport for your flight home, where you’ll have recollections of peaceful beaches, colorful marine life, and deep cultural experiences.