Bentota Coastal Escape with Beaches, Gardens, Rivers and Wildlife

Explore Sri Lanka’s southern coast with a private day trip to Bentota and nearby highlights. Enjoy comfortable transportation by private vehicle from Colombo or surrounding areas, with a scenic drive of about 90 minutes each way. Once in Bentota, transportation around the area is also included. Relax on Bentota’s beaches or take part in optional water sports like jet skiing and windsurfing. Visit Brief Garden, once home to architect Bevis Bawa, known for its peaceful layout and sculptures. Enjoy a boat safari along the Madu River, passing through mangrove forests and cinnamon-growing islands. Stop at the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery to learn about sea turtle conservation and see hatchlings up close. This tour combines time by the coast, nature, and wildlife conservation in one well-paced day.