Sri Lanka route guide · Southern Province
Bentota, known for its river, water sports and resort hotels, is 1.5 to 2 hours from Mirissa by car. Close enough for a day trip.
For most of the way your driver can use the Southern Expressway, the fastest road in the country; tolls are usually included in the price.
It is a short transfer that fits easily around sightseeing at either end.
1Unawatuna
One of Sri Lanka's most beloved beaches with something for everyone!
2Unawatuna
Find tranquility at this gleaming white peace pagoda surrounded by jungle and ocean!
3Galle
Meet adorable baby turtles and learn how this conservation project is saving endangered sea turtles!
4Galle
Galle Dutch Fort is a lively historic fortress by the sea, filled with old-world charm.
5Hikkaduwa
The Turtle Hatchery in Hikkaduwa is a wonderful place to learn about sea turtle conservation.
6Hikkaduwa
Learn about the devastating 2004 tsunami through powerful personal stories and photographs at this moving…
Bentota Beach in Sri Lanka is a popular, beautiful stretch of golden sand known for relaxation, water sports…
Support sea turtle conservation while meeting these adorable ancient mariners!
Step into the artistic vision of Bevis Bawa, brother of famous architect Geoffrey Bawa!
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About 95 km by road.
1.5 to 2 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.
Yes. At 1.5 to 2 hours each way, a day trip works well with an early start.
Good stops include Unawatuna Beach, Japanese Peace Pagoda - Rumassala, Sea Turtle Farm Galle Mahamodara.
