Mattala Rajapaksa Hambantota Airport 1 hr 30
Coconut Tree Hill (5 min)
Much-photographed red-rock promontory with coconut palms, known for ocean views & sunset walks. Midigama Beach (18 min)
Relaxed, palm-fringed beach with public wooden sun beds in the sand & waves attracting surfers. Polhena Beach (14 min)
Swimming & snorkeling on a beach sheltered by a reef, with calm waters & breathtaking sunsets. Koggala Lake (38 min)
Freshwater lagoon dotted with mini islands boasting jungle habitat & rich wildlife. Parrot Rock Bridge (8 min)
Elevated lookout atop a large rock, with views of Mirissa Beach surfers & Indian Ocean sunsets. Sri Lankan Snake Farm (20 min) Secret Beach Mirissa (9 min) Martin Wickramasinghe House & Folk Museum (30 min)
Simple home of a Sri Lankan author with displays on Buddhist culture, set in tree-dotted grounds. Point Dondra (32 min)
Palms, a beach & sweeping ocean views from a small rocky headland, home to a landmark lighthouse. Weligama Bay (15 min)
A popular destination for surfing, this expansive bay features sandy beaches & picturesque views. Koggala Beach (31 min)
Known for its surfing & scenic bay views, this tropical beach includes hotels, restaurants & shops. Mirissa Beach (15 min)
Popular beach, home to many seafood restaurants, best known for surfing & seasonal whale watching. Stilt Fisherman (28 min)
Beach with local fishermen on top of stick crosses demonstrating on-water stilt fishing. Taprobana (17 min) | 
