Bentota is a coastal town in Sri Lanka, located in the Galle District of the Southern Province, approximately 65 kilometres south of Colombo and 56 kilometres north of Galle. Just across the Bentota Bridge over the River Bentara also called River Bentota Ganga is the coastal town of Bentota. The finest beaches in Sri Lanka start from Bentota and go southwards. It is the perfect holiday destination for the entire family. Expansive golden sandy beach tempts you get your skin tanned in the sun, let the children play safely, take romantic beach strolls and sit tight and enjoy a stunning sunset. All this is possible while you enjoy your stay at one of the Resorts in Bentota such as AVANI Bentota Resort.
The Bentota Beach divides into two areas. At the north end lies a narrow spit of land beautifully sandwiched between the choppy breakers of the Indian Ocean and the calm waters of the Bentota lagoon popularly known as Paradise Island. Backing Paradise Island is tranquil Bentota River and Lagoon which provides the setting for Sri Lanka’s biggest range of watersports. On boat trips up the river you are sure to witness many different varities of birds and reptiles. The southern end of Bentota beach is a broad stretch of sand backed by dense thickets of corkscrew palms.
Calm seas during the season from November set up an ideal background for a relaxed holiday in Sri Lanka. Despite the number of visitors, Bentota beach remains surprisingly quiet and the best time to treat yourself with some peace and solitude is to visit the beach at sunset. It is a promising sight to watch the sun setting over the Indian Ocean. Bentota provides the perfect location for extended holidays at the beach.
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