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Bentota is a paradise resort town located along the Southwest Coast of Sri Lanka. The charm and beauty of the beach and the whole town attracts locals and tourists in large numbers. Enjoy the safari experience of a boat in the Bentota River and explore the thick forest and its greenery. Visit and enjoy the breathtaking elegance of the mangrove lagoons that surround you on your safari and admire the scenic beauty of the Bawa Garden and the Herbal Garden. Visit the famed Buddhist temple and the Bentota beach which is a brilliant choice for various water activities, including surfing, snorkelling, diving, Catamaran Sailing, and many more.
• Hassle free private transportation
• Hear commentary from an expert guide
• Relax in the coastal town of Bentota
Additional Info
Duration: 12 to 13 hours
Starts: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Bentota is a paradise resort town located along the Southwest Coast of Sri Lanka. The charm and beauty of the beach and the whole town attracts locals and tourists in large numbers. Enjoy the safari experience of a boat in the Bentota River and explore the thick forest and its greenery. Visit and enjoy the breathtaking elegance of the mangrove lagoons that surround you on your safari and admire the scenic beauty of the Bawa Garden and the Herbal Garden. Visit the famed Buddhist temple and the Bentota beach which is a brilliant choice for various water activities, including surfing, snorkelling, diving, Catamaran Sailing, and many more.
• Hassle free private transportation
• Hear commentary from an expert guide
• Relax in the coastal town of Bentota
Itinerary
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Stop At: Kande Viharaya Temple, 22 Marikkar St, Dharga Town 12080 Sri Lanka
One of the treasured monuments of the country of Sri Lanka is the Kande Vihara temple. One of the biggest Buddhists temples in the district of Kalutara, the Kande Vihara temple derives its name from its location – the mountain crest. The unique characteristic of the temple is that on top of it sits a majestic cross-legged Buddha, one of the tallest sitting Buddha statues in the world. The Sri Lankan government has also recognised the temple as one of the archaeological sites of the country. The temple is an important site for followers of Buddhism, cultural enthusiasts and even historians and architecture geeks and archaeological explorers. In 1734, the temple was founded by the chief of a kingdom and was developed and reconstructed.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Brief Garden – Bevis Bawa, Kalawila Village, Beruwala 12070 Sri Lanka
How can we not include this enchanting garden on the list of things to do in Bentota? Renowned Sri Lankan artist Bevis Bawa designed this wonderful place! Brief Garden is the masterpiece of Bevis Bawa, brother of the famous Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa. Bevis created the garden by spending decades transforming the rubber plantation he inherited into the verdant jungle-esque gem it is today. He began cultivating the space in the late 1920s while serving in the army and continued up until he died at age 89 in 1992. The garden is a collection of magnificent imposing structures, tropical trees, sculptures, and an array of flowering plants.
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
Visiting Madu River is undoubtedly a must-do thing in Bentota. Madu River is a wetland estuary spreading over 900 hectares of which 770 hectares is covered with water and inhabited with 64 islands. The boat ride is a wonderful way to take a closer look at this complex wetland ecosystem; a world heritage site protected by the Ramsar Convention on Wetlands being one of the last wetlands in Sri Lanka to contain a pristine mangrove forest. The river alone is a famous travel attraction in Sri Lanka for boat safaris. The region is one of Sri Lanka’s top mangrove forests, and an array of bird species live there. Cruising along the river makes you come across over a hundred fascinating bird species, making it a top place for birdwatching in Sri Lanka. Make sure you have a quality camera to capture every essence of the river.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Bentota Beach, Bentota 80500 Sri Lanka
This is the element that makes Bentota a world-famous tourist attraction. Many best things to do in Bentota originate here. The sugar-soft beach, iconic coconut trees, and picturesque landscapes collectively make you feel like you are in heaven. The beach is a real treasure for nature lovers and energetic travelers and is a prime element of honeymoon packages in Sri Lanka. You can try diving, swimming, snorkeling, and strolling over there. After all daytime excitement, you can take a stroll along the crispy beach for the end of the day.
Duration: 1 hour
