Beach holidays

Sri Lanka Beach Break

Beaches, river safaris and Galle Fort's ramparts on Sri Lanka's southwest coast.

Trip at a glance

Duration6 days / 5 nights
Starts inBentota
RouteBentota · Galle
Places2 destinations
CountrySri Lanka
Ideal forBeach holidays, Couples' holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-QAI00Y

Best time to visit: November to April

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Unawatuna Beach – Galle

Trip overview

Beaches, river safaris and Galle Fort's ramparts on Sri Lanka's southwest coast.

The route spends 3 nights in Bentota and 2 nights in Galle, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits beach holidays and couples' holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Bentota BeachMadu River safariBrief GardenGalle FortUnawatuna BeachMirissa whale watching

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Bentota

Arrive via Colombo (CMB) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Bentota Beach: Long golden beach

Day 2Bentota: Madu River safari and Water sports

Madu River safari: Mangrove boat ride
Water sports

Day 3Bentota: Beach time and Brief Garden

Beach time
Brief Garden: Landscaped garden

Day 4Bentota to Galle

Travel from Bentota to Galle by private vehicle
Check in at your Galle hotel
Mirissa whale watching: Blue whales (seasonal)

Day 5Galle: Jungle Beach and Rampart walk at sunset

Jungle Beach: Hidden cove
Rampart walk at sunset

Day 6Depart from Galle

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Colombo (CMB) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Beachfront or walk-to-beach hotels requested
Boat and island trips planned for calm-sea mornings
Free beach days between excursions
A relaxed pace with two-night stays where possible
One special dinner or experience suggested at each stop

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Bentota: Do the Madu River safari in the morning for birdlife.
Galle: Walk the fort ramparts at sunset.

At a glance

Duration: 6 days / 5 nights
Route: Bentota, Galle
Ideal for: Beach holidays, Couples' holidays
Best time: November to April
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-QAI00Y

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 5 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Bentota: November to April. Galle: November to April.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Bentota (Colombo (CMB), about 2 hours). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.

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