Sri Lanka route guide · Southern Province to Western Province
Colombo Airport, known for international arrivals at Katunayake, is 2.5 to 3 hours from Unawatuna 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.
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The Turtle Hatchery in Hikkaduwa is a wonderful place to learn about sea turtle conservation.
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Learn about the devastating 2004 tsunami through powerful personal stories and photographs at this moving…
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Step into Sri Lanka's largest museum and discover treasures from ancient kingdoms!
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Gangaramaya Temple is one of Colombo’s most vibrant and culturally rich Buddhist temples.
Cruise along this historic 120km waterway built by Dutch colonizers in the 1800s!
Negombo Lagoon is one of Sri Lanka’s most serene coastal wetlands, just a short drive from the airport.
The Negombo Fish Market is one of the most vibrant and authentic experiences on Sri Lanka’s west coast.
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About 160 km by road.
2.5 to 3 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.
Yes. At 2.5 to 3 hours each way, a day trip works well with an early start.
Good stops include Turtle Hatchery Hikkaduwa, Community Tsunami Museum, Colombo National Museum.
