Beach trips

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Bite-sized trips

Culture, nature & wildlife

Sri Lanka boasts a picturesque coastline of tropical beaches: golden sands lined with brightly painted fishing boats and hidden palm-fringed coves. We have created a handful of bite-sized beach trips to help you relax and unwind during your Sri Lanka holiday. Whether you’re after some peace and quiet on the east coast, looking for a livelier beach scene, or even a short hop over to the nearby Maldives, we can offer a trip to suit your needs.

Our bite-sized beach trips are located throughout Sri Lanka’s tropical coastline, so you can enjoy sunbathing year-round, regardless of the rainy season. During the summer months of May to September head to the east coast beaches, such as Trincomalee, for the best weather. If you’re planning a trip between late November and April we recommend visiting the beaches on the south and west coasts, such as Tangalle.

How does it work?

1. Explore our regions and pick your favourite bite-sized trips.

2. Add them to your travel plan and send it our way.

3. Your Sri Lanka Specialist will stitch it all together into a personalised holiday, made just for you.

Or, if you’d prefer something ready-made, our itineraries are good to go. You can book them as they are or chat with your Specialist about adding extra experiences. Get in touch with our destination experts to start planning.

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1
Amble along Negombo’s Canals
Itinerary:
Negombo
Duration:
3 days / 2 nights
Price:
From £234 per adult (excluding flights)
Located on the palm-fringed west coast of Sri Lanka, lies Negombo. This modest beach town is situated close to the airport, making it an ideal spot to acclimatise after your long flight. Here you can soak up the sights and sounds of the town, explore the fascinating colonial history, wander through the vibrant bazaar and watch the fishermen bring in their morning catch at the market. You’ll stay in a characterful, boutique hotel with a pool.
Located on the palm-fringed west coast of Sri Lanka, lies Negombo. This modest beach town is situated close to the airport, making it an ideal spot to acclimatise after your long flight. Here you can soak up the sights and sounds of the town, explore the fascinating colonial history, wander through the vibrant bazaar and watch the fishermen bring in their morning catch at the market. You’ll stay in a characterful, boutique hotel with a pool.
2
Relax on Tangalle’s palm-fringed shores
Itinerary:
Tangalle
Duration:
3 days / 2 nights
Price:
From £175 per person
Home to perhaps some of the most beautiful beaches in Sri Lanka, Tangalle is a quiet spot on the south coast with pretty bays, quiet palm-fringed sands and tropical lagoons. For the best weather, visit the south coast between November and April.
3
Beach time in Mirissa
Itinerary:
Mirissa
Duration:
3 days / 2 nights
Price:
From £289 per person
Spend a couple of days in Mirissa on Sri Lanka’s south coast, staying in a small hotel near the beach. This is a simple stop to slow the pace, with time to do as much or as little as you like before continuing your journey.
4
Beach time on Weligama Bay
Itinerary:
Weligama Bay
Duration:
3 days / 2 nights
Price:
From £229 per person
Located on Sri Lanka’s southern coast, the laid back town of Weligama boasts a long, golden sand bay, excellent surfing conditions and hip cafes & restaurants. It’s the perfect spot to kick back and relax for a few days. Visit Weligama between November and April for the best weather.
5
Surf Away in Arugam Bay
Itinerary:
Arugam Bay
Duration:
4 days / 3 nights
Price:
From £374 per person
Discover Arugam Bay whilst it remains one of Sri Lanka’s best-kept secrets, as it won’t stay that way for long. Renowned for some of the best surf spots in the world, this low-key fishing village is as chilled as the sundowner waiting for you after a busy day riding the waves. We recommend to visit Arugam Bay between May and September for the best weather.
6
Secluded Shores of Trincomalee
Duration:
3 days / 2 nights
Price:
From £249 per person
Head to the secluded beaches of the east coast and relax on palm-fringed sands, swim in clear waters or simply enjoy a good book. The beaches of the east coast are the perfect place to recharge your batteries after a few days of culture and sightseeing. Here you’ll find quiet pristine beaches, blue seas and swaying palms. For the best weather, visit the east coast between May and September.
7
Dolphins and a Mangrove Lagoon in Kalpitiya
Itinerary:
Kalpitiya
Duration:
3 days / 2 nights
Price:
From £489 per person
If you’re looking for a quieter beach experience, away from large hotels and mass tourism, Kalpitiya is the place for you. The region is known for its peaceful beaches and wildlife-rich lagoon. Between November and April, the crystal clear seas attract whales and dolphins.
8
Daydreaming on Barefoot Island – Maldives
Itinerary:
Maldives
Duration:
5 days / 4 nights
Price:
From £859 per person (excluding flights)
Top off your Sri Lanka holiday with a slice of tropical paradise in the Maldives. Peppered with islands of palm-fringed beaches with soft ivory sands that slope into warm luminous waters, this famous cluster of islands provide the perfect haven to unwind at the end of your travels.