How to Spend a Weekend in Bentota: A Quick Travel Guide

They say some cities in this world are magical. Bentota, a southern city in Sri Lanka, is one such destination you must visit at least once in your life. With calm weather, stunning beaches and an idyllic atmosphere, Bentota attracts thousands of local and foreign hearts, and this is why Bentota has already become a famous tourist hub in the world. 

Guess what... You don't need to plan long vacations to explore this beautiful coastal city. Just two days is enough. Here's how you do it! 

Getting to Bentota and getting around the city 

Bentota is a very accessible city even if you are planning to come to Bentota right from the BIA (Bandaranaike International Airport - the main airport of Sri Lanka). From Colombo to Bentota, it's only a matter of driving around 60 km which only means a one-hour drive. If you are someone who likes to travel like a local, you may also use the train or the bus. 

Getting around Bentota is also hassle-free as you have many options such as tuk-tuks, motorbikes and even bicycles. 

Staying in Bentota 

Bentota has many hotels that offer everything you need for a perfect tropical holiday. For example, NH Bentota Ceysands Resort offers all the comforts that a traveller would love to enjoy including spa therapies, gym facilities and not to forget- world-class buffets with all sorts of local and international cuisines. 

Since many properties often come up with weekend offers for their packages, stay alert on them too. 

Spend some quality time on the Bentota Beach 

One of the best things to do in Bentota is to enjoy the beautiful Bentota Beach. Unlike many beaches in the South, this beach offers serenity and privacy and it's also a great place for water adventures (such as jet skiing). If you are someone who does not want to engage in adventures, you may sit back and relax as much as you like while also watching the beautiful sunsets. 

Explore the other beaches too 

Did you know that there are also other beaches in Bentota? During your weekend, do not also forget to explore the other beaches located in the same area. Moragalla Beach is one such spot where you can freely enjoy your moments either alone or with company. Sunsets are also much more beautiful when viewed from here. 

A river safari? 

Yes, Bentota is a coastal city with a good number of amazing beaches. While enjoying them, don't also forget to get the experience of a river safari at the Madhu Ganga (a river). Madhu River is a beautiful river which is blessed with bio-diversity and a boat river at this river lets you get exposed to the beauty of nature. 

You may explore deep into the mangroves which will also be a new experience. 

Exploring a beautiful garden 

Have you heard of the infamous architect called 'Bevis Bawa'? Well, this beautiful garden called 'Breif Garden' was designed by him some hundred years ago. Although it's a famous tourist attraction today, it used to be the architect's residential home back in the day. The statues, ponds and water steps are all amazing, and they are great in photographs as well. 

What would be the ideal next destination? 

So, during your weekend spent in Bentota, you can visit many attractions such as Bentota Turtle Hatchery and Kande Viharaya. But soon after saying Bye to Bentota, where will you go if time permits? The ideal destination next would be Galle, Sri Lanka which is located just close by. 

Explore the Galle Fort when you are there and enjoy the best of colonial vibes.