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Palm-lined coast and clear ocean around Mirissa

River wetlands, fort walls and four different beaches

Southern Coast Escape

A six-day coastal route through Bentota, Galle, Mirissa and Tangalle with wildlife-aware marine experiences.

Duration
6 days / 5 nights
Guide price
Tailored quote

The route

Bentota · Galle · Mirissa · Tangalle

Beach travellers who want each south-coast base to feel different rather than repeating the same beach day.

  1. 01Madu Ganga wetlands and Bentota’s west-coast water activities
  2. 02A complete Galle Fort day instead of a rushed transfer stop
  3. 03Mirissa marine wildlife followed by quieter Tangalle coves

Day by day

A realistic daily rhythm

Activity times exclude transfers, meals, queues and hotel time. Final operating conditions are checked before the itinerary is sold.

Day 01

Madu Ganga & turtle conservation

A wetland cruise and conservation visit with the beach evening left open.

Place guide
  • Madu Ganga River Safari2–3 hours
  • Kosgoda Turtle Conservation Visit1–2 hours
Day 02

Galle Fort in depth

A complete fort day joining ramparts, lighthouse, church and maritime history.

Place guide
  • Galle Fort2–3 hours
  • Galle Lighthouse30–45 minutes
  • Dutch Reformed Church30–45 minutes
  • National Maritime Museum1–2 hours
Day 03

Whale watching & Coconut Tree Hill

An early responsible marine excursion followed by an easy coastal viewpoint.

Place guide
  • Whale & Dolphin Watching4–5 hours
  • Coconut Tree Hill1 hour
Day 04

Weligama surf & Secret Beach

A guided surf session and a separate quieter cove visit.

Place guide
  • Weligama Surfing2–3 hours
  • Secret Beach2–3 hours
Day 05

Mulkirigala & Hummanaya

A rock-temple climb paired with the coastal blow-hole stop.

Place guide
  • Mulkirigala Rock Temple2 hours
  • Hummanaya Blow Hole, Kudawella1 hour
Day 06

Hiriketiya & Rekawa

A flexible beach day with an optional regulated turtle watch after dark.

Place guide
  • Hiriketiya BeachHalf day
  • Rekawa Turtle Watching2–3 hours

Your journey, place by place

Where this route takes you

Coast & Beaches

Bentota

The wide sandy beach and palms at Bentota, Sri LankaBentota sandy beachMadu river mangroves

Where the Bentota River meets the sea, this west-coast resort town balances a broad golden beach with mangrove boat safaris, watersports, and turtle hatcheries.

  • Cruise through the 64 islands and mangrove tunnels of the Madu River Safari
  • Enjoy jet skiing, banana boating, and windsurfing on the calm waters of Bentota lagoon
  • Learn about endangered marine life at the Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation project

Coast & Beaches

Galle

A sunlit street within Galle FortGalle Fort cobblestone streetGalle Fort ramparts and sea

Galle Fort is a walled 17th-century Dutch and Portuguese port turned living neighborhood of ocean ramparts, boutique-lined lanes, and artisan cafes.

  • Stroll along the 400-year-old stone ramparts and watch the sunset from Flag Rock Bastion
  • Photograph the iconic white colonial lighthouse framed by swaying palms at Point Utrecht
  • Wander charming cobblestone streets like Pedlar and Church Street for dining and artisan shopping

Coast & Beaches

Mirissa

Coconut Tree Hill overlooking turquoise bay on the south coastCoconut Tree Hill in MirissaMirissa coastal panorama

The south coast’s tropical beach haven, famed for blue whale safaris, the famous Coconut Tree Hill, easy surf breaks in Weligama, and sunset seafood dining.

  • Embark on an early morning boat safari to spot majestic Blue Whales and dolphins
  • Watch sunrise or sunset over the Indian Ocean from Coconut Tree Hill
  • Catch rolling gentle waves with a surf lesson in sheltered Weligama Bay

Coast & Beaches

Tangalle

Palms leaning over a quiet rocky beach at TangalleTangalle beach covesSunset on the southern coast

Finish your journey slowly among the quieter coves, palm-sheltered beaches, and turtle nesting sanctuaries east of the busier south-coast towns.

  • Relax on pristine, uncrowded turquoise beaches at Goyambokka and Silent Beach
  • Observe nocturnal sea turtles laying eggs on the natural beaches of Rekawa
  • Climb the 500 steps to the ancient rock cave monastery of Mulkirigala

Quote structure

What the guide price covers

Included

  • Private air-conditioned transport with an English-speaking driver-guide
  • Five nights accommodation with breakfast
  • Arrival transfer and route planning support
  • Experiences and entrance fees specifically listed in the final itinerary

Not included

  • International flights, visas and travel insurance
  • Meals and activities not listed in the final itinerary
  • Personal expenses and optional gratuities

Places along the way

Destination guides