South Beach Tour & Safari

Day 1 - Airport to Bentota

Bentota is one of superb another tourist attraction beach close to Colombo. Early in the morning start the journey to Madu River, One of finest wetland in Sri Lanka and mangroves covered island with many small islands will the added enormous feeling to your journey. Fish therapy also one of the great expeditions can be gained in this Madu River. Another close destination is Lunugala garden which made by Geoffery Bawa, well-maintained landscape with picturesque surroundings will heal mind as well as the soul. Boat ride and having some relaxation at the Bentota is the final event of the journey. Overnight stay at Bentota

Madu River – This is one of amazing creation of Mother Nature and it is recorded as the most valuable wetland in Sri Lanka. There are many endemic fauna and flora can be found in this sanctuary. Also, it nestled to many immigrant birds as well. There are many small islands can be visited and there is a Buddhist Temple located middle of the lagoon. Having boat ride on this beautiful picturesque place will highly effect for having great tranquillity.

Lunugala Garden – A great architect called Geoffrey Bawa developed this great land as one of finest tourist attraction. There is find Asia’s most prolific and influential architects. The well-maintained garden with the beautiful superb landscape is a truly amazing thing. Something never missed and this place also demonstrates its beauty in a perfect way.

Day 2 - Bentota to Galle

The day begins on Hikkaduwa one of finest and highest tourist attraction with blended of joy. There is one of superb surfing point and vast spread coral sanctuary is the most attractive thing. There is a great opportunity to attend many water sport activities such like surfing, Jet Ski, banana boat ride, wakeboarding can be listed as few not even that moonstone mine which is located near Hikkaduwa. Moonstone find only in here and that is semi-precious stone and visiting that place is a great opportunity to grab more information. Mask making also another traditional tourist attraction in Ambalangoda. There are many rituals which mixed with each and every mask. Also there are some ancient temples expect to be visited. Overnight stay at Hikkaduwa.

Hikkaduwa Beach – This is one of highest tourist attraction place, sun-kissed beach with golden sandy, a crystal clear beach is a superb place to having great holiday experience. There are many water sports activities listed to be attended. Diving is one of top priority there are many great shipwrecks located in close. Coral Sanctuary is the main attraction and snorkelling is a great unforgettable experience. Shopping on the beach also a tremendous experience for you

Moonstone mine – Semi-precious stone found in Ambalangoda and according to the people those stones found as blessings of Moon. A great place to observe the rituals and the traditions of mining. This journey adventurous blended joy can observe about the inside of the tunnels of moonstone mine. Also, they demonstrate about the whole process in an interesting way.

Mask Making – A tradition over thousand years, Ambalangoda is the major hub for mask making. Each and every mask has own ritual as well as the interesting story. The mask museum is the great place to observe the traditions and rituals of the mask. Even can visit some workshops where prepared masks and that will be more interesting to observe the hidden tradition of Sri Lanka.

Day 3 - Galle to Mirissa or Waligama

Early in the morning visit Mirissa fort for having tremendous Whale Watching tour there are many Blue whales can be seen in near Dondra Point. After that start journey spends time to visit Stilt fishermen one of tradition fishing method Sri Lanka. Visit Cinnamon Island with a boat ride at Koggala Lake. Even visit the Galle Fort one of tremendous well preserved Dutch fort in Galle. Walking through the masonry pillars of the Colonial era with colonial buildings make a tremendous expression. End of the day spending time on superb Mirissa Beach.

Whale watching – The journey starts from Mirissa Fishery Harbor usually 9-15 natural miles travel during one journey. It is a truly amazing tour and many blue whales can be spotted in near Dondra Point. Blue Whales, Bottle Nose Dolphin, Turtles can be seen while on the journey. Breakfast and snakes will be provided while on the journey.

Stilt Fishermen – One of the traditional fishing method of Southern Province of Sri Lanka which comes generation to generation. Fishermen sitting on a narrow pole which fixed to the sand bed of Ocean. They never use bait and only attend the only morning, noon or evening. It is a way of living with a patient because fishermen have to wait more hours to capture a fish.

Cinnamon Island – This is located in Koggala Lake a spate island doing only cinnamon making process. The whole island consists of Cinnamon and people doing cinnamon industry of living and it is a great place to explore their hidden life. Not even that boat ride at Koggala Lake makes more sweet memories to the life.

Taprobane at Weligama - Just offshore – you can walk out to it at low tide – is this tiny island. The most enchanting feature of the bay beach is the small island called Taprobane, just 200 meters off the shore of Weligama. Peeping through the lush tropical greenery of the rocky island is the red-tiled roof of the exquisite white villa built on the centermost elevation.

Day 4 - Whale watching and travel to Tangalle.

Tangalle - Tangalle town itself is situated just back from a "projecting rock" from which, it is said, the town's name Tangalle is derived. The town, in spite of being beside the bay, fishing harbour & busy market has a relaxed atmosphere with some reminders of Dutch days. Tangalle was originally a small fishing village, and fishing is still the main income for many of the locals.

day 5 - Tangalle Beach (Hiriketiya or Goyambokka)

Tangalle is well situated between rocks and a hill, meaning the waves are hardly affected by onshore winds that might usually dampen the mood. The beaches in Tangalle have a harmonized environment and the sunsets are a must see! The beaches have hotels built as well.
People all around the world come to witness the beauty of the beaches that Sri Lanka holds in it.

Hiriketiya - Hiriketiya Beach Sri Lanka, also known as Hiriketiya Bay, is a stunning surf spot located in the South. Locals can kick themselves for not finding it earlier, but tourism also brings restaurants and hotels and things to do besides swim. Hiriketiya bay is without doubt the premier beach of South Sri Lanka. Away from the commercialized tourist zones, Hiriketiya bay feels like home away from home.

Goyambokka - Tangalle and the coastal scenery on the way was beautiful. the beach side huts and rocks and reached a little secluded beach with ample palm trees. The beach is relatively secluded, and retains a relaxing vibe despite attracting a fair number of visitors. beach provides enough privacy and plenty of natural shade by coco and palm trees.

Day 6 - Tangalle to udawalawa or yala safari.

The Uda Walawe National Park is one of the world's best places to see wild elephants. Udawalawe is an important habitat for water birds and Sri Lankan elephants. It is a popular tourist destination and the third most visited park in the country.

Udawalawa safari - Udawalawe safari, the park also offer you glances at water buffalo, wild boar, spotted deer, sambur deer, jackal, samber, black-naped hare, mongooses, bandicoots, foxes, the endemic Toque Macaque and Gray Langers.

Yala Safari - Yala National Park has one of the highest densities of wildlife per square kilometer on the island; it is often described as the finest safari destination in Sri Lanka. Drive through Sri Lanka’s Yala National park, the second largest and the most visited National Park in Sri Lanka.

Day 7 - Tangalle to Colombo

Tangalla is the gateway to the wide-open spaces and wide-open beaches of southeast Sri Lanka. Tourism has never taken off quite as much as the entrepreneurial locals would like, however, and Tangalle remains resolutely low-key compared to the resorts further west. But you're really here to find your perfect beach, and there are several nearby.

Tangalle Beach - Tangalle has some competitively priced clean beach hotels in the Bay of Tangalle, not to forget the great collection of Beach Villas in Tangalle. The most popular spots for sea bathing, sunbathing, swimming, surfing and also snorkeling are situated in the nearby tiny villages by the sea like Medilla, Goyambokke, Pallikaduwe, Mawella, Kudawella and Seenimodera.