Mattala Rajapaksa Hambantota Airport 1 hr 36
Stilt Fisherman (16 min) Beach with local fishermen on top of stick crosses demonstrating on-water stilt fishing. Mirissa Beach (24 min) Popular beach, home to many seafood restaurants, best known for surfing & seasonal whale watching. Galle Fort - Lighthouse (29 min) Historic lighthouse at a fort with simple style & a nearby beach popular with swimmers. Dalawella Beach (11 min) Palm-fringed sandy beach backed with restaurants & tourist accommodation. Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya (19 min) Old Buddhist temple complex built into rock formations featuring many statues & a serene atmosphere. Galle Dutch Fort (29 min) Built in the 16th century, this preserved Dutch sea fort houses a network of museums, shops & cafes. Japanese Peace Pagoda (22 min) Unique Buddhist temple with a circular deck for sweeping views of the ocean & surrounding landscape. Mihiripenna Beach (11 min) Sandy beach with turquoise waters & palm trees, plus a large rock formation & nearby lodging. Martin Wickramasinghe House & Folk Museum (4 min) Simple home of a Sri Lankan author with displays on Buddhist culture, set in tree-dotted grounds. Koggala Lake (14 min) Freshwater lagoon dotted with mini islands boasting jungle habitat & rich wildlife. Unawatuna Beach (15 min) Beach with golden sand & palm trees offering activities like snorkeling & scuba diving. Koggala Beach (5 min) Known for its surfing & scenic bay views, this tropical beach includes hotels, restaurants & shops. Galle Fort - National Maritime Archaeology Museum (27 min) Underwater artifacts, ship models & other marine-centric exhibits in a Dutch warehouse from 1671. Jungle Beach (22 min) Compact sand beach, popular for swimming & sunbathing, with a tiki-style beach bar/seafood spot. Midigama Beach (8 min) Relaxed, palm-fringed beach with public wooden sun beds in the sand & waves attracting surfers. |