Colombo Trip Overview
The Southern coast of Sri Lanka may be host to a myriad of locations for a beach holiday getaway. However, the coastal town of Bentota, almost 2 hours away from Colombo, is famed as the prime location for that ‘luxurious’ beach holiday getaway boasting of a tranquil environment along with delightfully calm beaches. It is the calm blue sea, the pristine palm fringed beaches and the abundance of luxurious resorts that entice many to visit the small town. The rural, rustic and tranquil environment, away from the urban jungle makes the town favorable, for that much needed tropical holiday you always wanted.
• Personalize your private tour to see the sites of most interest
• Hassle-free round-trip transport from your hotel
• Set the pace and duration of the tour depending on your time constraints
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Duration: 11 to 12 hours
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka
The Southern coast of Sri Lanka may be host to a myriad of locations for a beach holiday getaway. However, the coastal town of Bentota, almost 2 hours away from Colombo, is famed as the prime location for that ‘luxurious’ beach holiday getaway boasting of a tranquil environment along with delightfully calm beaches. It is the calm blue sea, the pristine palm fringed beaches and the abundance of luxurious resorts that entice many to visit the small town. The rural, rustic and tranquil environment, away from the urban jungle makes the town favorable, for that much needed tropical holiday you always wanted.
• Personalize your private tour to see the sites of most interest
• Hassle-free round-trip transport from your hotel
• Set the pace and duration of the tour depending on your time constraints
Itinerary
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Stop At: Moragalla Beach, Moragalla, Beruwala Sri Lanka
Situated between Bentota beach and Beruwala beach, the Moragalla Beach has a unique and peaceful shore. Though like the other beaches there are clear blue waters and golden white sand, the Moragalla Beach can boast of its tranquil environment. This is one of the reasons that the beach is a retreat for beach lovers who want to bask in the sunny beach with a quiet and secluded environment. The Moragalla Beach is also visited by many water-sports enthusiasts as the beach has shallow waters, the beach is an apt location for water-sports such as snorkeling, windsurfing, etc. The beach also has a mystical island known as the moragalla dharmadhveepa at a few distances from the shore.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ventura Beach, Sri Lanka
Ventura Beach, also known as the Bentota Beach, can be seen over the Bentota Bridge and is surrounded by numerous luxurious hotels and resorts that provide an excellent opportunity to have a fantastic and memorable stay in the area. The resorts are known for serving delectable seafood and international cuisines. The beautiful waters, picturesque scenery and engaging water sports make this beach a fun-filled location for people of all ages. The beach is absolutely spotless and often free from over-crowding, making it a very exclusive and romantic destination.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Lunuganga Garden Tour, Dedduwa Lake, Bentota 80500 Sri Lanka
The Geoffrey Bawa Gardens or more popularly known as the Lunuganga Garden is a beautiful garden architected by the known Geoffrey Bawa. The former cinnamon estate was later converted into a country house which was then brought by Geoffrey in the year 1949. It was during that year when Geoffrey wished to convert the estate into an European renaissance garden. Expanding the country house into a weekend home and a 15 acres garden, the architect created a garden so splendid and spacious, that with its charm and beauty, it enthrals its visitors to this date. Located on the banks of the Dedduwa Lake, the garden is a symbol of continuous change and development, while staying true to its roots. This is because since it’s built the garden has been undergoing through multiple renovations.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Madu River, Nilwala River Safari, Bridge View, Custom Road, Balapitiya , Sri Lanka 941906362 Call And Contact, Balapitiya 80550 Sri Lanka
Madu River, one of Sri Lanka’s most prized possessions and the home of the mangroves is located in the Galle district. The river covers at least 150 acres of land and consists of 14 mangroves out of the 24 mangrove species found in Sri Lanka. The river having the mangrove environment has different species of both flora and fauna living inside of it, which makes it a haven for the ecologists and the botanists. The river is a different world in itself; consisting of varied species of both flora and fauna that co-exist harmoniously with each other. The river is used for various sources of economic income such as boating, fishing and the cinnamon industry.
Duration: 2 hours
