Sri Lanka route guide · Southern Province
Galle, known for its Dutch fort, is 3.5 to 4.5 hours from Yala National Park by car.
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.
1Tangalle
Climb this dramatic rock temple rising 676 feet above the southern plains!
2Mirissa
Mirissa Beach is a beautiful crescent-shaped beach known for its golden sand, clear turquoise waters, and…
3Mirissa
Whale Watching with Chaminda in Mirissa is an exciting adventure on the Indian Ocean.
Meet adorable baby turtles and learn how this conservation project is saving endangered sea turtles!
Galle Dutch Fort is a lively historic fortress by the sea, filled with old-world charm.
Walking through the Old Town of Galle feels like stepping back in time.
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About 175 km by road.
3.5 to 4.5 hours by private car, depending on traffic and stops.
It is possible but tiring, with 7.5 to 9 hours of driving in total. Staying at least one night is better.
Good stops include Mulgirigala Raja Maha Viharaya, Mirissa Beach, Whale Watching.
