Sun & Sand

Pack your suitcase with your swimming costumes, sunglasses and sun cream, because Sri Lanka’s most beautiful beaches await you for unforgettable days of relaxation and swimming.

With 1300 kilometers of coastline and a wonderful climate, Sri Lanka is the perfect beach destination. The water is very clear and the beaches are golden colored with nice and fine sand.

When it comes to beaches, Sri Lanka has it all from scuba diving to whale watching, surfing to sunbathing, there's something for everyone.

Best beaches in Sri Lanka by activity: Mirissa beach, Weligama beach, Unawatuna beach, Tangalla beach, Hikkaduwa beach, Bentota beach, Arugam Bay beach, Nilaveli beach, Trincomalee beach, and Pasikuda beach.

THINGS TO DO

Surfing

Sri Lanka is one of the most popular surf destinations in the world, with its warm waters, consistent waves and beautiful beaches.

Diving & Snorkeling

Sri Lanka has always been famous for adventure enthusiasts and water sports lovers. With its stunning coastlines, pristine beaches, it offers thrilling water sports to both beginners and seasonal adventurers.

Ayurveda Spa

There is no better place to enjoy an Ayurveda Retreat than the beautiful island of Sri Lanka. Many travelers visit Sri Lanka each year to enjoy authentic Ayurveda treatments such as Abhyanga, Shirodhara and Panchakarma (Ayurveda cleanse) for detoxification, rejuvenation and weight loss.

Sri Lankan cuisine

Throughout years of colonization and influence from other countries, Sri Lanka has adapted its food culture into a blend of different curry concoctions and tasty dishes.

Canoeing & Kayaking

Canoeing and kayaking in Sri Lanka is a gift you shouldn't refuse! With 16 rivers that extend over 100 kilometers, a rich marine biodiversity and old canals, it allows you to explore hidden corners, watch wildlife and enjoy the peace and quiet away from the hustle and bustle of the cities.

Hiking & Trekking

There's no better way to explore Sri Lanka than on two feet! Sri Lanka, known as the pearl of the Indian Ocean, boasts a wealth of natural beauty and diverse landscapes from lush rainforest to sprawling highlands and spiritual peaks.

Wildlife experience

This island is paradise for nature lovers, and it is gifted with many wildlife attractions such as National parks, Rain Forest and Scenic mountainous reserves.

Whale & Dolphin watching

Whale and Dolphin watching in Sri Lanka is one of the island's biggest seasonal attractions.

Cycling

Sri Lanka is so packed with interesting sights, and traveling by bike gives you a front-row seat to explore them at your own pace.

UNESCO heritage sites

Sri Lanka's history and culture is extremely rich for it had developed with time over the centuries, many ancient kingdoms such as Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, and Kandy.