The perfect little coastal town to enjoy a very relaxed and laid -back holiday, Bentota is a quite a popular tourist destination in Sri Lanka well worth visiting.
Bentota Town
The town of Bentota is home to a long stretch of pristine beach dotted with palm trees, making it an ideal setting to lounge with a great book while working on your tan. Remember to refresh yourself with a glass of king coconut water while catching up on some sun-filled fun.
How to Get There
Tourists can reach Bentota by the Colombo Galle main road as well as the Southern Expressway in a matter of 2 hours. Buses and trains leave the town from most stations at an hourly interval.
Places to Stay
Bentota has no shortage of choices when it comes to accommodation. A wide range of guesthouses and B&Bs to neighbouring hotels in Kalutara including the likes of Mermaid Hotel & Club are available for tourists to choose from.
Things to Do
The best time to visit is anytime between the months of November to April. The water is calm and delightfully warm, making it ideal for diving, snorkelling, windsurfing and waterskiing. Apart from water sports, tourists can visit the Bentota Estuary and enjoy a relaxed boat safari.
Intrigued by history, art and food, Lavinia Woolf is a writer who is passionate about the extraordinary and writes of the exhilarating and enchanting. Google+
