Bentota
Discover Bentota – Sri Lanka's Watersports Beach Town
A south-coast beach resort town known for watersports, a long sandy beach, and a turtle hatchery.
Why Visit Bentota
Bentota is one of Sri Lanka's best-established beach resort towns, sitting where the Bentota River meets the Indian Ocean. It's known for its long sandy beach, a wide range of watersports, boat trips along the river, and a turtle hatchery that supports local conservation efforts.
Bentota Day Tour Highlights
- • Try jet skiing, banana boating, or other watersports on Bentota Beach
- • Take a Bentota River boat safari through mangroves
- • Visit a local turtle hatchery
- • Relax on the beach or try a spa treatment at a beachfront resort
Related Services: Galle Fort
Pricing & Inclusions
Private tours to Bentota start from $65 USD per person.
- ✅ Private driver-guide
- ✅ Air-conditioned vehicle
- ✅ Road taxes and parking fees
- ✅ Flexible itinerary
Entry fees to attractions are not included.
Travel Tips
- Agree on watersport prices with the operator before starting — rates vary
- River safaris are best in the early morning or late afternoon
- The sea is calmer and safer for swimming/watersports in the dry season
Best Time to Visit: November to April (dry season, calmer seas)
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