South Coast Beach Escape
Palm-fringed beaches, colonial forts and turquoise bays along Sri Lanka's golden south coast.
Full Itinerary
- Step 01
Day 1 — Colombo → Bentota
Airport welcome and transfer to Bentota — golden beaches, tranquil lagoons and luxury resorts on the southwest coast. Optional Madu River boat safari through mangrove tunnels, cinnamon island plantations and exotic birdlife. Overnight in Bentota.
- Step 02
Day 2 — Bentota → Hikkaduwa
Drive to Hikkaduwa for snorkelling over accessible coral reefs teeming with tropical fish and sea turtles. Visit a turtle hatchery to learn about conservation, then optional water sports — jet ski, banana boat, surfing, paddleboard or glass-bottom boat. Overnight in Hikkaduwa.
- Step 03
Day 3 — Hikkaduwa → Galle
Continue to the UNESCO-listed Galle Fort, built by the Portuguese in the 16th century and fortified by the Dutch. Walk the ramparts overlooking the Indian Ocean, explore the Dutch Reformed Church, Maritime Museum, cobblestone streets, boutiques, the lighthouse and clock tower. Overnight in Galle.
- Step 04
Day 4 — Galle → Mirissa → Galle
Early whale-watching excursion from Mirissa — chance to see blue whales, sperm whales, Bryde's whales and spinner dolphins. Return via picturesque Unawatuna Beach for a sunset over palm-fringed sands and turquoise waters. Overnight in Galle.
- Step 05
Day 5 — Galle → Airport
Breakfast and comfortable transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport for departure.
Sri Lanka Map
Trace the path of your journey across the pearl of the Indian Ocean.
Route Stops
- 01
Colombo
6.927°N · 79.861°E
- 02
Bentota
6.426°N · 79.996°E
- 03
Hikkaduwa
6.139°N · 80.101°E
- 04
Galle
6.053°N · 80.217°E
- 05
Mirissa
5.949°N · 80.457°E
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Unawatuna
6.009°N · 80.250°E
Moments from the Journey
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