The island of Sri Lanka has long been a popular beach destination with miles of gorgeous coastline with numerous coves, bays, and lagoons and has attracted tourists seeking sand, sun-bathing, swimming, water sports, deep-sea fishing, and diving. The western and southern beaches are at their best from November to April, while the eastern coast has become popular from April to November.

Tourist hotspots such as Negombo, Mount Lavinia, Bentota, Galle, Unawatuna, and Mirissa, and in the East Trincomalee, Passikudah, and Arugam Bay, are great destinations for beach holiday tours.

Hikkaduwa

Hikkaduwa, on the southern coast of Sri Lanka, is a relatively small town that has a well-developed tourist industry, and it is one of the best surfing spots in Sri Lanka and affords ample opportunities for water sports, diving & snorkeling. There are coral reefs straight off the beach and turtles are regularly seen in these waters.

Mirissa

Mirissa is one of the main beach destinations in southern Sri Lanka. This beach is popular with those who are looking for more relaxed activities, and there are enough spots where you can enjoy fresh coconut from your hammock seeing the sunset. Between December and April, it’s one of the best places in the world to enjoy whale-watching as blue and sperm whales make their migratory journeys around the coast of Sri Lanka.

Arugam Bay

Arugam bay is located on the southeast corner of the island. This bay features an attractive palm-fringed beach and a famous breakpoint that makes it popular with surfers. It’s also a good launching-pad from which to explore the elephant-rich Lahugala National Park, Yala National Park, and Kumana national park which is famous for bird watching.

Nilaveli

For years Nilaveli has been considered one of Sri Lanka’s best beaches, offering all you wish in the form of marine life, sports, and leisure on peaceful beach fronts. Palm trees, golden sands, and lack of crowds make it a wonderful place for a beach tour. Across the beach, about two kilometers into the ocean, there is a famous pigeon island. Off the coast, Pigeon Island and its surrounding coral reefs make a good diving and snorkeling spot.