Day 1-2: Colombo → Bentota – Lagoon & Relax

Airport pickup. 1.5hrs to Bentota.  
Do: Madu River boat safari, Turtle Hatchery Kosgoda, water sports, ayurveda spa.
Stay: Beachfront resort with pool

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Day 3-4: Bentota → Mirissa – Whales & Chill

Scenic coastal drive. Stop at Galle Fort for coffee + shopping.
Mirissa: Sleepy beach town.
Options: Whale & Dolphin watching Dec-Apr, surf lessons, Coconut Tree Hill sunset, Secret Beach.  
Stay: Boutique beach villa

 

Day 5: Mirissa → Tangalle – Quiet Beach

Less crowded. Rekawa Turtle Watching at night Jun-Sep.
Daytime: Rock pools, blowhole at Hummanaya, Mulkirigala Rock Temple view.
Stay: Eco beach resort

 

Day 6: Tangalle → Unawatuna – Fun & Food

Unawatuna Beach: Palm-fringed, great for swimming.
Evening: Jungle Beach + beach bars + seafood.
Stay: Unawatuna

 

Day 7: Unawatuna → Colombo → Airport

Last swim + shopping. Drop at airport.

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End of Tour

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Alternative: “East Coast Summer” – May to Sept

*When south/west is monsoon, flip to east.
*Colombo → Trincomalee → Nilaveli → Pasikudah → Arugam Bay
*Highlights: Nilaveli Beach, Pigeon Island snorkeling, Pasikudah shallow waters, Arugam Bay surf.  
*Same 7-day format, just different coast.

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What makes Taprobane’s beach tours great

*2 coasts, 1 country: We pick season so you get sun guaranteed

*Mix of vibes: Party beach Unawatuna, romantic Mirissa, quiet Tangalle, family Bentota

*Activities: Surf, dive, snorkel, turtle hatcheries, whale watching, river safaris

*Stays: Handpicked beachfront hotels — no 20min walk to sea

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Signature Beach Experiences

*Sunset at Galle Fort Lighthouse

*Blue Whale watching in Mirissa – Dec to April

*Turtle release in Kosgoda

*Surf in Weligama or Arugam Bay

*Private beach dinner with torches

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Best time to go

*Dec –April: West & South Coast – Bentota, Galle, Mirissa, Tangalle

*May – Sept: East Coast – Trinco, Nilaveli, Pasikudah, Arugam Bay

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