Trincomalee
Trincomalee is a historic port city, blessed with one of the finest natural harbours. The area is home to Koneswaram, a Hindu cliff temple perched above the sea, as well as Fort Frederick, a Portuguese and British colonial fortification with ocean views. The beaches of Uppuveli and Nilaveli nearby are among the finest, and the […]
Hikkaduwa
Hikkaduwa is one of Sri Lanka’s oldest and most beloved beach destinations, a lively, colourful town on the southwest coast famous for its coral reef, surf and vibrant beach culture. The shallow reef running close to shore makes it an ideal snorkelling and glass-bottom boat destination, where you can drift above colourful corals and observe […]
Nilaveli
Nilaveli is widely considered one of Sri Lanka’s most beautiful beaches, a long, broad, empty stretch of white sand on the east coast just north of Trincomalee, lapped by calm, glass-clear water of clarity. The beach faces Pigeon Island National Park, a protected marine reserve teeming with reef fish, hawksbill turtles, and blacktip reef sharks, […]
Tangalle
Tangalle is a string of small, separated cove beaches framed by rocky headlands and calm bays. It is a favourite among travellers seeking a peaceful escape from the more developed tourist strips, offering a sense of discovery and seclusion. Tangalle is also one of Sri Lanka’s most important sea turtle nesting sites, and nearby Rekawa […]
Kalpitiya
Kalpitiya is Sri Lanka’s premier destination for kitesurfing, attracting enthusiasts from across the globe to its wide, open lagoons and consistent coastal winds. Situated on a peninsula in the northwest, the area also offers excellent dolphin watching and whale shark sightings during the season. The surrounding landscape is a patchwork of lagoons, sandbanks, mangroves, and […]
Mirissa
Mirissa has become famous as the best place in Sri Lanka and one of the best in the world for blue whale watching. Between December and April, the offshore waters are visited by blue whales, sperm whales and large pods of spinner dolphins during their seasonal migration. Beyond the ocean, Mirissa itself is a charming […]
Pasikuda
Pasikuda is home to one of Sri Lanka’s most celebrated beaches, a shallow, crescent-shaped bay on the east coast with some of the calmest, clearest water. The reef that shelters the bay creates a natural swimming pool, making it ideal for swimmers of all abilities. Pasikuda is also a centre for snorkelling and glass-bottom boat […]
Negombo
Negombo is one of Sri Lanka’s most accessible and characterful coastal towns, a place where Dutch colonial history, Catholic fishing communities and vibrant beach life intertwine. The Negombo Lagoon is one of the island’s finest, ideal for boat rides through mangrove channels teeming with birdlife. It serves as both a welcoming first stop and a […]
Arugam Bay
Arugam Bay is one of Asia’s top surf destinations, drawing wave riders from around the world. Situated on the east coast, this laid-back town has a warm, unhurried energy, a cluster of surf schools, open-air restaurants and guesthouses set against a backdrop of uncrowded beaches. The surrounding area offers lagoon boat rides, wildlife spotting at […]
Bentota
Bentota is known for its calm lagoon waters, luxury resort hotels and water sports scene. The Bentota River winds through mangrove-lined banks – perfect for a boat safari – before meeting the sea at one of Sri Lanka’s most elegant stretches of beach. It is equally popular for Ayurvedic wellness breaks, water skiing and windsurfing, […]