South Coast Beach & Whale Watching
A relaxed loop down the south coast — water sports and a river safari in Bentota, the colonial ramparts of Galle Fort, snorkeling at Unawatuna, and an early-morning blue whale boat trip from Mirissa.
Your Route
A short, easy drive down the southwest coast — roughly 170km end to end.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
An unhurried pace, with the whale-watching trip timed for the calmest morning seas.
Colombo to Bentota
A short drive south to the lagoon-side resort town of Bentota, with the afternoon free for water and river activities.
- Boat cruise along the Bentota River through mangrove channels, spotting water monitors and kingfishers
- Optional water sports on the lagoon — jet-skiing, banana boat, windsurfing
- Overnight in Bentota
Bentota to Galle & Unawatuna
Continue down the coast to the historic fort town of Galle, then settle in at nearby Unawatuna for the evening.
- Walk the ramparts of Galle Fort, a 17th-century Dutch colonial fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Afternoon at Unawatuna's sheltered crescent bay, or snorkeling at nearby Jungle Beach
- Overnight in Unawatuna
Mirissa Whale Watching
A short drive to Mirissa for an early-morning boat trip to see blue whales, the largest animal to have ever lived on Earth.
- Sunrise departure for the calmest seas and best sighting odds — sperm whales and spinner dolphins are also regularly seen
- Afternoon free to relax on Mirissa's beach
- Overnight in Mirissa
Mirissa to Colombo
A relaxed final morning before the drive back to Colombo for your departure.
- Return drive to Colombo (≈2.5–3 hours) or drop-off at Bandaranaike International Airport
What's Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with English-speaking driver-guide
- 3 nights' accommodation
- Mirissa whale-watching boat trip
- Bentota River safari cruise
- Galle Fort entrance and guided walk
- Daily breakfast
- Fuel, tolls, parking, and driver accommodation
Not Included
- International flights
- Lunches and dinners
- Water sports in Bentota (bookable on request)
- Personal expenses and tips
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