Bentota
Destination
Overview
Bentota is one of the main beach destinations in southern Sri Lanka. The area is renowned for its beautiful tropical beaches, surf waves thriving bars and restaurants. Enter into the coast, take in the sun, soak in the warm waves.
Sunny skies & crystal beaches
Activists and excursions
Nature Hike Near Madu River
Nature Hike Near Madu River
Nature Hike Near Madu River Take a hike up to Madu river, a wetland estuary spreading over 900 hectares of which 770 hectares is covered with water and inhabited with 64 islands and take in the tranquillity of the surrounding.
River Safari
River Safari
Guided boat tours are a must! It’s the best way to explore the dense mangroves adorning the banks of the majestic bentota River. With over 100 species of birds, 60 species of fish, 40 species of butterflies and 20 species of reptiles, discovering the rich biodiversity of Sri Lanka’s third largest river is an unforgettable experience.
Kande Vihara
Kande Vihara
Discover Kande Vihara in, Sri Lanka. This amazing mountain temple is topped by one of the tallest sitting Buddha statues in the world.
Local Market
Local Market
Visit the famous Bentota market, reputed for its fresh catch of sea food. Pick your choice of fish, crabs or lobster and enjoy a fresh and delectable meal later on back at the hotel.
Barberyn Island
Barberyn Island
A ten-minute boat ride across choppy waves is the Beruwala Lighthouse, also known as the Barberyn Lighthouse because it's situated on Barberyn Island and is a truly breathtaking sight to see!
Kayaking
Kayaking
Explore the beautiful Bentota by kayaking whilst being amazed by the morphing landscapes of tropical beauty, enriched with stunning flora, fauna, birdlife and rich mangrove forests.
Lunuganga Bawa's Country Estate
Lunuganga Bawa's Country Estate
Explore the world renowned Lunuganga Estate which was the country home of the veteran Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa and get mesmerized by its serene beauty.
suntan at NO 1 bentota
suntan at NO 1 bentota
Lie on the beautiful shores across the sapphire oceans and let the light shine on you. Sunny days and happy smiles.
PARAGLIDING
PARAGLIDING
Soar over the epic Bentota landscape on a motorised paraglider and experience the same stunning views as the birds of paradise
Bentota Beach + Ahungalla Beach
Bentota Beach + Ahungalla Beach
Nestled along the mesmerizing Indian Ocean and overlooking breathtaking stretches of palm-fringed beaches and a winding river, are the beaches of Bentota and Ahungalla. Sandy stretches await your lingering.
Brief Garden by Bevis Bawa
Brief Garden by Bevis Bawa
Located ten kilometres inland from Bentota, Brief Garden is the legendary garden and country home of Bevis Bawa and was the garden which inspired his brother, renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa to create Lunuganga. The garden, which has been open to the public since 1970, resembles a magical place from a fantasy novel and presents a wonderful space in which to lose yourself for a few hours.
Ambalangoda Art Tour
Ambalangoda Art Tour
Go on an art tour of Ambalangoda, Sri Lanka's artistic hub, and explore some iconic Sri Lankan arts and crafts, including batik, puppetry and mask-making.
Shop Your Heart Out
Shop Your Heart Out
Bentota is the ideal place for shopping of any sort. So, if you are on the search for beautiful souvenirs to take back home with you, the shops alongside the bustling road are perfect for you.
Ayurvedha
Ayurvedha
Ayurvedha is an ancient form of medicinal practices that is focused on the interconnections between the mind and body. Let the city address the balance of one's dosha to bring about complete holistic wellbeing.
Toddy Experience
Toddy Experience
The simple rural life gives birth to some of the purest joys one can experience. One of them is toddy. Engage with the toddy tappers of the rural village and discover the island.
Turtle Hatchery
Turtle Hatchery
The Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery is an institute dedicated to the protection and safeguarding sea turtles that visit our paradise isle for nesting and even injured, wounded and sick turtles in and around the island. The best part is that you can witness these efforts and get first-hand experience by helping out at the hatchery.
Jetski
Jetski
Enjoy an exhilarating day at the waters of Bentota when you book this jet ski experience from Klook! Instead of your usual beach activities, this exciting ride will allow you to explore the open waters.
Birds Lake
Birds Lake
A bird watchers dream comes true as you watch the different types of birds, at the far end of the Bentota lake; while on the other end of the lake you can enjoy all kinds of water sports.
Lake Fishing
Lake Fishing
The Indian Ocean off the coast of Bentota, offers some of the richest sources of deep-sea fish in the world. An exciting excursion for the lover of nature.
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