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This trip is simple, You follow the coast south, and the coast gives you everything. Surf lessons in Weligama. Blue whales off Mirissa. Sea turtles in Hikkaduwa. Leopards in Yala. Ancient temples, hidden beaches, mangrove rivers, Ayurvedic spa days, and fresh grilled seafood every single evening. You don’t need to plan a thing — show up and let Sri Lanka do the rest. Thirteen days that move at exactly the right pace, stop at exactly the right places, and leave you wondering why you didn’t come sooner.

  • 12 Nights / 13 Days
  • Bead & Breakfast
  • First-Class Sightseeing

per person double sharing

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Rated 4.8 out of 5

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We’ve spent time getting the details right so you don’t have to think about them at all. Every stop, every transfer, and every moment in between has been arranged to give you the kind of trip you’ll still be talking about long after you’ve landed home.

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Day 01 — Arrival & Bentota
  • A smooth 1.5-hour highway drive from Bandaranaike International Airport straight to Bentota
  • Unwind at your beach resort pool or lounge under shade palms
  • Take a barefoot walk along Bentota's wide, uncrowded stretch of sand
  • Enjoy local grilled snapper or tiger prawns right on the beach at Malli's Seafood Restaurant
  • Jet-skiing, banana boat rides, tube rides, and wakeboarding on calm lagoon waters
  • Fresh seafood and tropical fruit smoothies at a quiet spot along the riverbank
  • Chill on Bentota Beach with a good book or rent a sunbed
  • Relax with beachside cocktails and fresh calamari at Sun & Sea Restaurant
  • Walk through the romantic architectural country gardens designed by master architect Sir Geoffrey Bawa
  • Boat cruise through dense mangrove channels, visiting Cinnamon Island and small temple islets
  • Learn about marine turtle conservation and see rescued sea turtles up close
  • Discover traditional Sri Lankan wooden devil masks, heritage carving techniques, and folklore
  • Swim alongside wild green turtles and colourful reef fish in calm, shallow waters
  • Shipwreck and rock reef diving with PADI-certified dive shops for beginner or certified divers
  • Wade into shallow waters near Hikkaduwa's main reef point to see giant sea turtles feeding
  • Sip cold drinks, listen to live music, and eat wood-fired pizza at Vibration or Top Secret
  • Swim in unique natural coral rock basins carved into the coast or relax at Jungle Beach cover
  • Explore the fascinating underwater museum off the Galle coast — submerged sculptures and artificial reef structures unlike anything else in Sri Lanka    
  • Stroll past colonial Dutch architecture, the iconic Galle Lighthouse, and sturdy stone bastions
  • Explore shipwrecks, nautical artifacts, and historic maps housed inside a 1670 Dutch warehouse
  • Watch the sun set over the ocean from the fort ramparts, followed by street-market browsing
  • Private surf instruction with local beach coaches on Weligama's safe, sandy-bottom break
  • Healthy poke bowls, avocado toast, and specialty coffee at Ceylon Sliders overlooking the bay
  • Practice your new pop-up skills or relax on beach beanbags while watching local surfers
  • Voyage into deep offshore waters to spot giant blue whales, Bryde's whales, and dolphin pods
  • A secluded rocky beach cove hidden behind coconut groves — ideal for a peaceful afternoon dip
  • Wander through backstreets to check out colourful tropical murals and surf-culture art
  • Evening chill at 'The Doctor's House' - a heritage colonial property turned oceanfront garden bar with great pizzas, craft beers, and live music
  • Early morning walk to the iconic Nine Arch Bridge to watch the train cross the historic stone viaduct
  • Thrilling zip-line experience across the lush valley at Flying Ravana Adventure Park
  • Guided tour of tea Factory with a full estate tasting session
  • Sunset hike up Little Adam's Peak for 360-degree panoramic views across Ella Gap
  • Walk across an ocean footbridge to visit a tranquil Buddhist temple located on a tiny offshore island
  • A quick look at the small 17th-century ramparts guarding the Nilwala River mouth
  • Stand at Sri Lanka's southernmost tip marked by an impressive 49-metre tall white lighthouse
  • Arrive in Hiriketiya Bay, grab a cold drink, and relax as surfboards catch late evening waves
  • Marvel at Sri Lanka's largest seated Buddha statue — 160 feet high — and its historic wall frescoes
  • Learn how to make authentic coconut curries, sambols, and clay-pot dishes from scratch with a local chef
  • Ride waves in Hiriketiya's sheltered horseshoe cove or swim in clear waters near Nilwella
  • Explore the Nilwella Underwater Gallery — a unique submerged art installation hidden beneath the clear waters off the southern coast
  • Explore the Nilwella Underwater Gallery — a unique submerged art installation hidden beneath the clear waters off the southern coast
  • Explore the Nilwella Underwater Gallery — a unique submerged art installation hidden beneath the clear waters off the southern coast
  • Explore the Nilwella Underwater Gallery — a unique submerged art installation hidden beneath the clear waters off the southern coast
  • Enjoy craft cocktails, live acoustic music, and a lively beach crowd under illuminated palm trees
  • Choose your morning: A wild 4x4 tracker safari in Yala National Park OR a guided wildlife drive through Ridiyagama Safari Park.
  • Get up close to vibrant, exotic macaw and parrot species inside the walk-through aviaries of the Hambantota Birds Park.
  • Late afternoon unwind and swim at the pristine, palm-fringed Silent Beach.
  • Quiet coastal dinner away from the busy main tourist hubs
    • Enjoy a late breakfast with fresh tropical fruits, Ceylon tea, and sea views
    • Read a book, take final swims, or collect seashells along the bay
    • Organise your luggage, gifts, and souvenirs in your room during the cool afternoon hours
    • Treat yourself to a special candlelit dinner under the stars at Smoke & Bitters — voted one of Asia's top bars
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  • Quick 2.5-hour highway transfer from the south coast straight to Colombo city centre
  • Pick up handmade batiks, Ceylon teas, and spices at Barefoot and luxury wellness products at Spa Ceylon
  • Dine at the historic Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct in Fort Colombo
  • Smooth 30-minute drive via the Colombo Katunayake Expressway directly to the departure gates

What to

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Bentota Water Sports

Bentota's calm river lagoon and open Indian Ocean make it Sri Lanka's undisputed water sports capital. Jet skis, banana boats, wakeboarding, and tube rides all run right from the beach

Ambalangoda Mask Workshops

Ambalangoda is the birthplace of Sri Lanka's traditional devil mask carving — a craft that has been passed down through families for centuries. Local artisans hand-carve and paint each mask using ancient techniques.

Hikkaduwa Diving

Hikkaduwa's coral reef sanctuary offers some of the most accessible diving in Sri Lanka — shallow coral gardens for beginners and deeper shipwrecks for certified divers. PADI-certified shops line the beach, and the underwater visibility on a calm morning is genuinely outstanding.

Hikkaduwa Turtle Beach

Wild green sea turtles have made Hikkaduwa's reef their home for decades — and they swim completely unbothered just metres from the shoreline. Wade into the shallows near the main reef point and you'll find them gliding along the sandy bottom at arm's length.

Galle Underwater Museum

Just beneath the surface off the Galle coast sits a collection of submerged sculptures that have slowly transformed into a living coral reef. It's one of Sri Lanka's most unexpected attractions.

Galle Dutch Fort

A UNESCO World Heritage Site sitting on a rocky headland on Sri Lanka's southern coast. Walking the 17th-century Dutch ramparts at sunset.

Galle Nightlife

After dark, Galle Fort takes on a completely different character — candlelit restaurants, rooftop bars along the ancient ramparts, and live acoustic music drifting through cobblestone lanes. It's relaxed rather than rowdy, with great cocktails and an atmosphere that makes it genuinely hard to leave.

Weligama Surf Lessons

Weligama's wide horseshoe bay has a sandy bottom, gentle rolling waves, and local coaches who have been teaching beginners for years. Most people are standing up within the first hour — and what starts as a morning lesson usually turns into a full day on the water.

Mirissa Whale Watching

blue whales. Add spinner dolphins, sperm whales, and the sheer drama of the open Indian Ocean and this early morning boat expedition becomes one of the highlights of the entire trip.

Ayurvedic Spa

Sri Lanka's Ayurvedic tradition goes back thousands of years, and a genuine herbal oil treatment in the cool highlands of Kandy is a completely different experience from a hotel spa elsewhere in the world.

The southern beach cafes

The southern beach cafes have a rhythm all their own — fairy lights strung between palm trees, the smell of coconut and spice drifting from open kitchens, and that particular kind of easy conversation that only happens when the ocean is right there beside you

Nilwella Underwater Gallery

Beneath the clear, shallow waters off Nilwella's southern coastline sits a collection of submerged sculptures slowly being claimed by coral and marine life. It's one of the south coast's best-kept secrets — crowd-free, visually striking, and accessible to both snorkellers and divers.

Ridiyagama Safari

Ridiyagama Safari Park near Hambantota brings the open savannah experience to Sri Lanka — lions, giraffes, zebras, and rhinos roaming across wide, open enclosures in an immersive open-jeep format. It's an unexpected and genuinely impressive addition to the south coast circuit.

Hambantota Birds Park

The Hambantota region sits along one of Asia's great bird migration routes, and the Birds Park reflects that with an extraordinary collection of flamingos, peacocks, and rare Sri Lankan endemic species. Early morning visits are best — the light is beautiful and the birds are at their most active.

Yala Safari

Yala National Park holds one of the highest densities of wild leopards anywhere on earth — and a morning game drive through Block 1 with an expert tracker is as close to a guaranteed sighting as Sri Lanka gets. Sloth bears, wild elephants, crocodiles, and hundreds of bird species share the same dramatic coastal scrubland wilderness.

This Isn't a Tour. It's a Story You'll Never Stop Telling.
Every itinerary we build is put together with real thought — not copied from a template, not rushed, not generic. We want you to leave Sri Lanka with memories that actually mean something. The kind that make you close your eyes and wish you were back. Let's make that happen for you.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Discover the answers to your most common questions about Ceylonra Travels

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What is included in the tour price?

The tour price includes transportation, and a knowledgeable guide.

Can I customize the itinerary?

Yes, we can customize the itinerary to suit your preferences and interests.

What is the duration of the tour?

The tour duration is approximately 5 dayss.

What should I bring?

Comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, and a camera are recommended.

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