Sri Lanka route guide · Southern Province to Cultural Triangle
Minneriya National Park, known for the great elephant gathering, is 6.5 to 7.5 hours from Mirissa by car. Many travellers break the drive in Colombo.
This is a long day in the car. Leave early and take breaks every two hours or so.
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…
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About 325 km by road.
6.5 to 7.5 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.
It is possible but tiring, with 12.5 to 15 hours of driving in total. Staying at least one night is better.
Colombo is the most natural place to break the journey, about 2.5 to 3 hours from Mirissa.
