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South & West Coast

Bentota

Golden beaches where the river meets the sea, perfect for water sports, mangrove boat safaris and lazy days at classic resorts.

Best Nov–Apr105 km · 1 hr 45 min2 tours

Highlights

Why visit Bentota

  • Madu River mangrove safari
  • Lunuganga, Geoffrey Bawa's garden estate
  • Sea turtle hatchery visit

When to visit

Best timeGoodWetter

Tours

Tours that visit Bentota

Goyambokka Beach in Tangalle with turquoise waterBeaches6days

Southern Shores Escape

Golden beaches, Galle Fort and blue whales

Bentota · Galle · Mirissa · Tangalle

FromUS$380 pp
Yoga pose on a tropical beachWellness8days

Ayurveda & Yoga Retreat

Rest, restore and come home renewed

Bentota · Galle

FromUS$450 pp

Day trips

Day trips to Bentota

The ramparts of Galle Fort by the sea≈ 10 hours

Galle Fort & South Coast

  • Walk the ramparts of UNESCO-listed Galle Fort
  • Stilt fishermen and a sea turtle hatchery
  • Lunch by the sea at Bentota or Hikkaduwa
Car, up to 3US$200
Van, up to 9US$230
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Airport transfers

Colombo Airport to Bentota

105 km · 1 hr 45 min

Car, up to 3US$85
Van, up to 9US$110
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