Beach & Wildlife · 6 days · 5 nights
Down South in 6 Days
Galle Fort, Unawatuna and the quiet southern coast, with birdwatching and an ancient rock temple.
Description
A relaxed trip that stays in the Southern Province, so you have more time at the beach and less in the car. Base yourself in Galle, enjoy the fort and Unawatuna, then move on to the quieter Tangalle coast for a rock temple and one of the island's best bird sanctuaries. Ocean-front hotels make it an easy break for anyone who wants to unwind.
Your route
- Galle
- Tangalle
Itinerary
Arrive at Colombo airport and drive south to Galle. Check in and relax.
Overnight: GalleWalk along the Galle Fort ramparts, wander the streets or hire a bicycle. Finish with evening tea at a local café.
Galle Fort
Overnight: GalleSpend the day at Unawatuna. Try surfing or diving, or simply relax by the Indian Ocean.
Unawatuna Beach
Overnight: GalleTransfer to Tangalle, stroll along the shore and visit the Mulkirigala rock temple with its natural caves.
Mulkirigala Rock Temple
Overnight: TangalleHead to Kalametiya, a wetland full of wildlife and the best birdwatching spot in the area, home to endemic Sri Lankan birds.
Kalametiya Bird SanctuaryTangalle Lagoon
Overnight: TangalleAfter breakfast your driver takes you to the airport.
Inclusions
- Accommodation in hotels as listed, with daily breakfast
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking chauffeur-guide
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Welcome drink, local SIM card and welcome pack
- Free drinking water in the vehicle
- Entry ticket: Kalametiya Bird Sanctuary
Exclusions
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Personal expenses, tips and travel insurance
- Snorkelling near Galle
- Scuba Diving near Galle
Optional activities
Whale Watching in Mirissa