Bentota is a well-known beach resort on the south-west coast, about an hour and a half from the airport. It has a wide sandy beach on one side and the Bentota River and its mangroves on the other, so there is plenty to do on and off the sand.
A short history
Bentota has grown from a quiet fishing coast into one of the island’s main beach and wellness areas. Its Ayurveda resorts, in particular, attract travellers who want a longer stay focused on treatments, yoga and relaxation, which is why it is the base for the Ayurveda programme on our 21-day tour.
Getting there
Bentota is roughly one and a half to two hours south of Colombo and the airport by road, and about 45 minutes north of Galle. It is a natural place to end a tour before a flight home.
