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Bentota is Sri Lanka’s answer to island living. Journey just a few hours south of bustling Colombo and you’ll discover Bentota’s charming coastal town.
This little seaside town is the perfect place to unwind and soak up the sun after an adventurous holiday through Sri Lanka’s vast and diverse landscape of rolling hills and hidden temples. Spend your time in Bentota however you wish, whether you prefer soaking up the sun along the dazzling beachfront, taking to the waters for an afternoon of exhilarating water sports or heading in land to discover the nearby temples, landscaped gardens and sea turtle conservations.
Every type of traveller will love spending some of their Sri Lanka holiday in Bentota.Honeymooners will instantly fall for the swaying palms and postcard-perfect golden sands,while adventurous couples will love windsurfing along the waters, and the kids will undoubtedly be entertained by the sea turtle conservation and nearby temples while on the family holiday of their dreams.
We recommend pairing Sri Lanka with a luxury beach holiday to the Maldives. Experience the very best of culture & safaris with white beaches & overwater villas. Sri Lanka is home to so many incredible destinations and there's so many different ways to explore the island, depending on what you would like to see and do!
Bentota is located along the south western coastline of Sri Lanka, and is considered a year round destination. From October to April the area experiences hot weather and bright, sunny days which makes this an excellent time to visit. May to September is considered the rainy season but it’s still a great destination to visit at this point of the year as the downpours can often clear up quickly.
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You cannot go wrong with a honeymoon in Sri Lanka, and Bentota’s close proximity to Colombo makes it an easy stop to add to the itinerary. Opt for Bentota and you’ll get to experience a little bit of everything that makes Sri Lanka special. We also recommend twinning Sri Lanka with a stop in the Maldives as its only a 1-hour flight away; a no brainer! With plenty of sensational luxury hotels and resorts to choose from at both destinations, it’s so easy to create the perfect honeymoon when choosing both Sri Lanka and the Maldives.
Couples planning an unforgettable Sri Lanka luxury holiday will love taking time out of Colombo’s busy capital to soak up the sun and culture of Bentota. Spend your days relaxing along the huge, golden beachfront, take to the ocean for water sports or visit the nearby temples and landscaped gardens. There’s also a great selection of boutique luxury hotels within the area that are perfect for couples seeking some well-deserved rest and relaxation.
Those looking for a great place to relax will love adding Bentota to their Sri Lanka family holiday. This idyllic destination perfectly compliments Sri Lanka’s vast landscape of rolling hills and tea terraces, offering golden sands to soak up the sun along and plenty of activities to keep every member of the family entertained. The kids will love visiting the nearby Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation, they may even get to see the eggs hatch!
A visit to Bentota is not complete without visiting the world-renowned Brief Garden, which sits just a 20 minute drive outside of the city.
Brief consists of the house and gardens of Bevis Bawa, a famous landscape artist who developed the area and whose work lives on through the gardens. The gardens are home to sculptures crafted by Bawa and other artists, and there’s also a museum and a tranquil Japanese Garden.
Thrill-seekers need not worry about boredom, as a number of exhilarating expeditions are available in Sri Lanka. See everything the island has to offer and satisfy your need for adventure all at once.
Adrenaline will course through your veins and ignite your heart as you whitewater raft, waterfall trek and rock climb your way through rainforests. As if this isn’t enough, you could witness first-hand the remarkable ingenuity of ancient Sri Lankan civilisations by exploring the virtually untouched, millennia old underground castles, complete with ponds and ventilation systems.
The Kande Viharaya temple is just a 15 minute drive from Bentota, and is home to a 160ft tall Buddha statue, one of the tallest sitting Buddha statues in the world.
This incredible temple was built in 1734, and has been renovated and developed over time in order to preserve it’s beauty and stunning architecture. It’s now celebrated for being one of the most important Buddhist shrines in the country, especially since the towering statue of Buddha was constructed in 2002.
Located just a 15 minute drive away from Bentota sits a fantastic Turtle Conservancy that’s definitely worth adding to the must-visit list.
This Turtle Conservation is the only place in Sri Lanka where turtles are not held in captivity, and showcases five different species of turtle that are found in Sri Lanka. The conservation put a lot of emphasis on helping visitors understand the work they do on helping to sustain the turtle population in Sri Lanka, and also goes into detail about the survival threats they face. You may also get a chance to see turtles laying their eggs in the evening!
If waterfall trekking isn’t enough for you, you can immerse yourself in Sri Lanka’s underwater wonderland with an exceptional scuba diving excursion.
Bentota is an excellent diving destination. Journey into the deep and discover hundreds of different species of corals and tropical fish. If you’re new to diving, book a class at Sunshine Diving and the’ll get you sorted in no time. If you’re a professional, head straight to Canoe Rock, Hundirangala and South Reef for vibrant corals and all kinds of exotic tropical fishes.
Language:
Sinhala, Tamil, English
Currency:
Rupee
Timezone:
GMT +5.30
Best Time To Travel:
December - April
Flight Time:
10h 45m
Direct Flights:
1
Country Combinations::
The Maldives Thailand