Sri Lanka route guide · South coast
Kandy to Mirissa takes you from the hills to the beach in one day. A private driver uses the expressways around Colombo to save hours compared with the train and bus.
The road heads west towards Colombo, joins the Outer Circular and Southern Expressways, and runs south to Galle and Mirissa. Traffic around Kandy and the outskirts of Colombo is the slowest part.
1Pinnawala
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage is a heart-warming place where you can see elephants up close in a natural…
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Get up close with gentle giants at this heartwarming elephant sanctuary!
3Unawatuna
One of Sri Lanka's most beloved beaches with something for everyone!
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Find tranquility at this gleaming white peace pagoda surrounded by jungle and ocean!
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Meet adorable baby turtles and learn how this conservation project is saving endangered sea turtles!
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Galle Dutch Fort is a lively historic fortress by the sea, filled with old-world charm.
Mirissa Beach is a beautiful crescent-shaped beach known for its golden sand, clear turquoise waters, and…
Whale Watching with Chaminda in Mirissa is an exciting adventure on the Indian Ocean.
A natural swimming pool protected by coral reefs - perfect for families!
Best for: Going straight from the hill country to the south coast beaches. Compare verified drivers, send a free request and pay the driver directly.
About 5 to 6 hours for roughly 250 km using the expressways.
No. You would change in Colombo, which usually takes most of the day. A car is much faster.
