Bentota

Looking for a Beach holiday filled with water Sports? Then Bentota is one of the little pieces of heaven not to miss out. What is the one word to describe the Bentota beaches? “Mesmerizing”. Clean and sandy beach with mammoth […]

Looking for a Beach holiday filled with water Sports? Then Bentota is one of the little pieces of heaven not to miss out. What is the one word to describe the Bentota beaches? “Mesmerizing”. Clean and sandy beach with mammoth waves is what attracts the people to do surfing and relax. A sunset walk for miles by the Sea is a must adventure at stake.

What is special about Vivanta by Taj resort? The whole atmosphere which is very welcoming, amazing sunset view, hideout and a good place for valentines, and a perfect relaxing time, simply stunning.

Next up is the Sea Turtle Protection Association. This is a great opportunity to mingle with turtles and discover the beauty of happenings along with preservation measures. From turtle eggs to really big ones, it’s truly amazing to watch especially for kids when releasing the baby turtles into the Sea which are so lovely to feel. It’s worth a visit to know the glimpse of the life of the turtle.

Bentota River is a great place for a boat trip. Mangroves are totally adorable to pass through on either side. Visit Cinnamon gardens, watching crocodile if lucky enough, fishing, Fruit bats sighting are some of the fascinating things to experience along the river banks. The calmness of the river with rare wildlife creature cry injects a peaceful, relaxed state of mind which is really worth of. In the middle of the safari, local spice plantation is well positioned to see how they dry the cinnamon, rolled and grind them. End of the trip will be to a fish foot massage zone which is a unique place to have that good vibes been spread out to the body through the school of fish kisses.  This is one of the highlights of Bentota adventure beyond doubt.

Nature and Wildlife tours, beautiful gardens, Water Sports centres, River rafting, Dolphin and Whale watching are many other adventurous picks.

Aluthgama, which is only 8 minutes’ drive from Bentota is well known for cultural heritages. Temples, Mosques, ancient symbolic gift and speciality shops are must place to visit while being here. This is a town with mixed cultural people which makes it a great place to socialise and learn few interesting stories for a lifetime. Shopping? Yes indeed. A tuk-tuk drive is what all wanted to pack your bags with all the necessities.