BEACHES & SUNSETS
Boasting year-round sunshine and breathtaking sceneries, beach holidays in Sri Lanka offer a laidback coastal escape. Those on a getaway with Lanka Leisure Travels can enjoy lazing on soft sandy beaches, get the perfect tan, delight in magical sunsets and the thrills of water sports; a perfect holiday be it with the whole family or that special someone.
NEGOMBO
Little white sailboats voyage into the heart of the seas while the deep blue skies stretch like a canopy of glory above the picturesque oceanic vistas. When the sun sets in the golden horizon, stylish restaurants illuminate their spaces with dim, romantic lights; tourists gather around tables to enjoy meals of the best lobsters, prawns and crabs found in the country and conversations while the salty breeze keeps all company under the starry skies. All of this you will find in the cinnamon hub of the colonised Dutch city of Negombo Sri Lanka; beach holidays do not get any better!
The golden sands of the shores of Negombo are lined with many luxurious resorts and have plenty of accommodation options to choose from. With many of the modern amenities available in the town, the plethora of choices for the discerning shopper is fulfilled. Negombo also represents the ultimate nightlife featuring bars, disco bars and clubs. So, jazz up to the rhythm of the west, and be ready for a night of ‘fest’, because at Negombo everything is ‘best’.
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KALPITIYA
The little city of Kalpitiya, which beautifully embraced a simple life for years, has now started becoming a major tourist attraction. Travellers from all over the country and the world have started falling in love with the rich beauty of this remarkable destination that boasts of pristine beaches and dazzling ocean waters. Kalpitiya has 14 islands in total and each of these possesses stunning beauty and appeal.
Located in Puttalam in the North Western Province of Sri Lanka, the area has a number of luxury resorts and boutique hotels, making it a tourist magnet.
Kalpitiya is one of the best beaches to visit in Sri Lanka to have a quiet coastal vacation, as the region is still quite new to the tourism industry. Calm, unspoiled stretches of powdery shores line the borders of the city, glistening under the golden sun creating a vista that is breathtakingly beautiful.
Adventure seekers will find perfect delight when a visit is made to Kalpitiya. The area is quite popular among kite surfing enthusiasts. You can also enjoy whale and dolphin watching cruises while you are here. Witness the magnificent giants of the ocean, as they breach the waters and put on a priceless display like no other.
KALUTHARA
Kalutara, famous for its rich history and cultural background set against the golden beaches of the region, makes the city quite a popular destination among locals and tourists. There are many hotels and resorts that offer premium comforts to travellers in Kalutara, which enhances the appeal of the city.
Perfect “family time” is always guaranteed at Kalutara Beach. Sri Lanka has many other marvellous attractions in the Western and Southern Provinces, which are quite easy to reach from the city. Among these attractions, undoubtedly the most famous one is the Kalutara Bodhiya. It is one of the most prominent places of worship among the Buddhists in the country. It is one of the 32 saplings of the famous Jaya Sri Maha Bodhiya in Anuradhapura, the oldest Bo Tree in Sri Lanka. A large number of devotees visit this sacred place of worship throughout the year.
Richmond Castle, Thudugala Ella Waterfall, Fa Hien Caves, Holy Cross Church, Ranjith’s Carving and Batik Museum & Asokaramaya Buddhist Temple are some of the other famous landmarks in the region; these definitely should be included in your travel itinerary when visiting Kalutara. The area is famous for growing delicious mangosteens which were introduced to the country from Malaysia back in the 19th century.
BENTOTA
Sun-kissed beaches that glisten under brilliant blue skies, greet you the moment you enter the town of Bentota. Luxury resorts encircle the shoreline while the spectacularly gorgeous Indian Ocean ceaselessly ripples and crashes upon it. Albeit its fame, the little town of Bentota is a quiet one, and you will be able to look forward to hours of blissful contentment upon these pristine shores while tiny sand crabs keep you company.
While Bentota features one of the best beaches to visit in Sri Lanka, it has more than seaside delights to look forward to. The region has many popular tourist attractions too so a tour here will certainly be a richly rewarding one. The Galapota Temple which houses a large statue of Buddha is a popular attraction, as is the Paradise Island, which is a sandy strip of the Bentota Beach that runs parallel to the Bentota Lagoon. Visit the famed architect, Geoffrey Bawa’s home, Lunuganga, open to those who appreciate fine architecture and design.
Water sport fanatics will be delighted to learn that Bentota offers quite a few easy to access diving and snorkelling sites. Among these, the Canoe Rock is quite famous. The many resorts, as well as the water sports centres in the region, provide equipment and facilities needed to enjoy hours of blissful indulgence in the waters here.
HIKKADUWA
Hikkaduwa is a stylish seaside resort town in the Southern Province of Sri Lanka. The number of luxurious resorts that are scattered along the golden shores of Hikkaduwa Beach in Sri Lanka makes this gorgeous destination an immensely popular one among tourists around the world.
Picture perfect vistas of golden beaches, turquoise oceans and dazzling blue skies are all yours to enjoy when you visit this enchanting little coastal getaway. You can laze upon the beach and soak up the golden sun or give yourself an epic adrenaline rush by enjoying the many forms of water sports that the region offers. Take a snorkelling tour and delve into the mysterious depths of the ocean to discover some of its best-kept secrets. The mesmerising beauty of the coral reef here can be observed when taking a glass bottom boat ride across the Hikkaduwa National Park, a world-famous coral sanctuary.
Dotted along the coastline are plenty of restaurants that serve mouth-watering seafood concoctions! Be brave and sample the fiery crustaceans placed before you and fall in love with the flavours of this magical paradise island. After a hearty meal, visit one of the many pubs dotted along the coastline and dance the night away!
UNAWATUNA
Indulge in a holiday experience of a lifetime in the idyllic town of Unawatuna.
There are plenty of luxury resorts in Unawatuna that offer world-class service and the warm hospitality of the island to tourists who visit from all over the world. These along with the myriad of well-established surf centres that are located in and around the town offer sensational thrills to adventure seekers too. Sea kayaking, sailing and surfing are immensely popular activities here.
Unawatuna Beach in Sri Lanka lies in close proximity to many prominent tourist attractions. Places such as Dalawella Beach, Jungle Beach and Mihiripenna Beach are great spots to soak up the sun, while there are other popular sites of interest too; the Japanese Peace Pagoda, Rumassala Sanctuary, Unawatuna Devol Devalaya and Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya can be included in your travel itinerary if you wish to embark on exploratory tours during your vacation.
Fans of seafood will find divine satisfaction at the many restaurants and eateries that line the shores of Unawatuna. You can opt for a simple meal or indulge in an exquisite gastronomic treat at local restaurants here too. The opportunities to find blissful contentment are abundant indeed!