Sri Lanka route guide · Cultural Triangle to North Western Province

Minneriya National Park to Kalpitiya by private car and driver

Kalpitiya, known for kitesurfing and dolphin watching, is 5 to 6 hours from Minneriya National Park by car.

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The roads are paved and busy through the towns, with quieter stretches between them.

Close to the road, in the order you reach them. Just ask your driver to stop.

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About 190 km by road.

5 to 6 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.

It is possible but tiring, with 9.5 to 11.5 hours of driving in total. Staying at least one night is better.

Good stops include Kaudulla National Park, Isurumuniya Temple, Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi.

Distance from OpenStreetMap road data; times are estimates based on our drivers' real journeys. Your driver will confirm the best road on the day.