Sri Lanka Beach Bliss is a relaxed coastal tour for travellers who want golden beaches, ocean wildlife and colonial history in one short trip. It ends with a Colombo city tour before your flight home.
Accommodation is on a bed and breakfast basis, with a private air-conditioned vehicle and an English-speaking chauffeur guide throughout.
ITINERARY & ACTIVITIES
Day 01 :
Airport to Galle
- Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport (Colombo).
- Meet and greet by your tour representative.
- Breakfast if arrival is early in the morning.
- Transfer to Galle (approx. 2.5 hours).
- Galle Fort: a UNESCO World Heritage Site built by the Portuguese in the 16th century and later fortified by the Dutch. Explore its charming streets, colonial architecture and iconic lighthouse.
- Unawatuna Beach or Jungle Beach: relax on golden sands, swim in clear water or enjoy a fresh coconut.
- Check in at a hotel in Galle and relax.
- Dinner (at own expense) and overnight stay in Galle.
Day 02 :
Galle to Mirissa
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Drive to Mirissa (approx. 45 minutes).
- Whale watching tour (seasonal, November to April): a boat safari to spot blue whales, sperm whales and dolphins in their natural habitat.
- Mirissa Beach: a tropical beach for swimming, surfing and sunbathing.
- Lunch at a beachfront cafe (at own expense).
- Check in at a hotel in Mirissa and relax.
- Coconut Tree Hill: a hilltop with panoramic views of the Indian Ocean, perfect for sunset photography.
- Dinner (at own expense) and overnight stay in Mirissa.
Day 03 :
Mirissa to Hikkaduwa
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer to Hikkaduwa (approx. 1.5 hours).
- Hikkaduwa Coral Reef: snorkelling and diving among colourful coral gardens, marine life and sea turtles.
- Marine turtle hatchery and conservation centre: learn about sea turtle conservation and see baby turtles before they are released into the ocean.
- Hikkaduwa Beach: surfing, jet skiing and banana boat rides, or simply relax on the sand.
- Check in at a hotel in Hikkaduwa and relax.
- Dinner (at own expense) and overnight stay in Hikkaduwa.
Day 04 :
Hikkaduwa to Bentota
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Drive to Bentota (approx. 1 hour).
- Madu River boat safari: cruise through mangroves, spot birdlife and try natural fish therapy.
- Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery: one of Sri Lanka's best-known turtle conservation centres.
- Bentota Beach: calm water and water sports such as jet skiing, parasailing and windsurfing.
- Check in at a hotel in Bentota and relax.
- Dinner (at own expense) and overnight stay in Bentota.
Day 05 :
Bentota to Colombo & Departure
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Drive to Colombo (approx. 1.5 hours).
- Colombo city tour: Galle Face Green, Independence Square and Arcade, Pettah Market, Odel or Barefoot for shopping, and Gangaramaya Temple.
- Lunch at a restaurant in Colombo (at own expense).
- Proceed to Bandaranaike International Airport (approx. 1 hour) for departure.
