6 Activities That Will Make You Fall In Love With Bentota, Sri Lanka

Summary- Even 10 visits to Sri Lanka are not enough to experience the beauty of this vast Island country. Exuding a laid back charm, Bentota is a place-to-be on your next visit to this country. Continue reading.

With fishermen going easy about their daily routine, the isolated beaches begging tempting you to spend entire day, the age-old cinnamon trade, Bentota is a laid back coastal town on Sri Lanka`s south coast that never fails to capture the heart of all those who visit the resort town every year.

Being a beach town, it is located 64km south of Colombo and 101km south of the airport. Popular as a prime beach resort, it is a gateway to south western and southern bay beaches. Most of the people come here to spend few hours, but on the contrary there is no shortage of things to do here. Why not visit here once again by applying for online Sri Lankan ETA. Check out our top picks:

1.       Water Sports- With pristine beaches, the turquoise waters are a haven for plenty of water sports. The adventure sports junkies can simply indulge themselves in Wind surfing, Jet skiing, banana boat rides, wake boarding and canyoning here.

2.       Brief Garden- This famous garden is spanned over five acres and was designed by the Bevis Bawa who is a brother of well renowned architect Geoffrey Bawa. With profusion of magnificent structures, sculptures and tropical trees, it is a must visit.

3.       Madu Ganaga River Safari- For nature lovers, the Madu Ganga River Safari is something they can`t afford to miss. Cruise through the mangroves and explore the islands to find over 111 rare bird species. The site is not only a treat for bird lovers but also a paradise for biologists and ecologists due to its rich abundance in wildlife and plant life thriving within shady mangroves.

4.  The Beach- The activity doesn’t need any mention, but still a reminder will give you a glimpse of golden sand beaches smeared with reddish-orange hue of the sunset. Bentota is one of the best beaches in Sri Lanka famous for its beauty and serenity.

5.       Kande Viharaya Temple- For those who are looking for something to satisfy their spiritual needs, Kande Viharaya is a perfect place. Dating back to 1700s, the temple is a pioneer center for Buddhist education in the country. Visit the temple to gobble up some historical information while observing the local life. It also has a number of ancient sculptures, colorful frescoes and statues built in the Kandyan era (15^th to 19^th century).

6.       Go Diving- Bentota is not only popular for its idyllic views but also for as a diving spot. It has some of the best diving spots such as South Reef, Canoe Rock and Hundirangala where you can witness bright and colorful corals and large school of fishes.

If you have travelled to Sri Lanka earlier, plan to visit the country once again. Bentota will provide you a fresh perspective about the country with all new set of adventurous activities. Book your online Sri Lankan ETA from our website www.sri-lankaeta.com at discounted rates!