Benthota

Bentota Water Sports

• Snorkelling and Diving
• Banana boat & Tube rides 
• Wind Surfing
• Jet Ski
• Water Skiing

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So, while you visit the Bentota Beach, do not forget to experience the magic of this spellbinding attraction. You will get to see up to five endangered species of turtles hatching and crisscrossing each other. Especially for the nature lovers, this spot is considered as the most enchanting places to visit in Bentota. You can visit this place with your family as well, trust me, kids will love it.

It is yet another enthralling spot for tourists and sight-seers. It is also included in the list of the most beautiful places to visit near Bentota Sri Lanka. This island is famous for its age-old cinnamon plantation wherein you can learn and explore every small detail about cinnamon, from how it is processed to how it is used. For generations, this place has been taken care by a single family and you must not miss this island to visit during your trip to Bentota. This is one of the best places to visit in Bentota.

This ancient beauty was constructed in the twelfth century. Whats most stunning here is the maze of underground tunnels that beautifully connect various temples within the area. Its one of the best tourist places to visit in Bentota. It houses a thirty-meter high Buddha statue surrounded by eye-catching paintings. The temple has a very rich history absorbed in it which again makes it a great place to visit and explore for the history lovers.

Another adorable town near Bentota, Ambalgoda is located twenty-four kilometers away from the town. It is widely known across Sri Lanka and outside for its appealing devil dancers who perform this activity wearing devil masks; this a must watch activity, and it will totally flabbergast you. There are small shops nearby the area where you can bargain and buy these masks. I must say this is one of the superb tourist places in Bentota.

A refreshing beach which is mostly calm and is not overstuffed with people. Situated on the south of Beruwala, Moragalla is not that famous, but if you are looking for a place to revive yourself after traveling for long hours, this is it. It has clear blue water and is a perfect place for sports activities such as windsurfing, diving, and snorkeling, among others. You will also see over twenty varieties of mangrove trees lined up at this beach; also, a perfect spot for boat trips.

Hey all the nature lovers, this safari is a paradise coupled with rich wildlife experiences. There are over hundred and eleven bird species to watch and click pictures. It is also a popular spot for ecologists as well as biologists. You will also see Captains boathouse which offers amazing boat rides along the river and you can explore numerous things while spending time with the local guides.