7 Nights / 8 Days Sri Lanka Beach Itinerary
Relax and unwind along Sri Lanka’s golden coastlines – from the lively beaches of Negombo and Hikkaduwa to the serene shores of Mirissa and Tangalle. Enjoy sun, sand, and sea with optional whale watching, river safari, and cultural stops.
Discover Sri Lanka’s Best Beaches in 8 Days
This 7 Nights / 8 Days Beach Itinerary is designed for travelers seeking the perfect mix of leisure, adventure, and scenic beauty. Lounge on Bentota and Hikkaduwa beaches, explore Mirissa and Tangalle, try whale watching, and optionally visit Galle Fort or Yala National Park. A complete sun, sand, and nature experience along Sri Lanka’s southern coast.
Day 1: Arrival – Negombo / Colombo Beach
Arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA)
Transfer to Negombo Beach (~30 km | 45 min)
Leisure on the beach / jetlag recovery
Overnight : Negombo
Day 2: Negombo → Bentota
Check-out: 9:00 AM
Drive to Bentota (~100 km | 2–3 hrs)
Relax at Bentota Beach
Visit Turtle Hatchery
Optional Madu Ganga River Safari
Overnight: Bentota
Day 3: Bentota → Hikkaduwa / Unawatuna
Check-out: 9:00 AM
Drive to Hikkaduwa (~80 km | 2 hrs)
Snorkeling, swimming, or surfing at Hikkaduwa Beach
Overnight: Hikkaduwa / Unawatuna
Day 4: Hikkaduwa → Galle → Mirissa
Check-out: 9:00 AM
Drive to Galle (~40 km | 1 hr)
Optional cultural stop: Galle Fort
Continue to Mirissa (~45 km | 1 hr)
Relax at Mirissa Beach
Sunset photography at Coconut Tree Hill
Overnight: Mirissa
Day 5: Mirissa – Whale Watching & Beach Leisure
Optional early morning whale watching (Nov–Apr)
Leisure at Mirissa Beach
Optional visit to Secret Beach
Evening seafood dinner by the beach
Overnight: Mirissa
Day 6: Mirissa → Tangalle
Check-out: 9:00 AM
Drive to Tangalle (~70 km | 2 hrs)
Relax at Tangalle Beach – quiet and serene
Sunset photography & leisure
Overnight: Tangalle
Day 7: Tangalle → Yala / Beach Safari
heck-out: 9:00 AM
Drive to Yala / nearby beach (~100 km | 3 hrs)
Optional Yala Safari for wildlife experience
Evening relaxation at nearby beach
Overnight: Yala / Southern Coast
Day 8: Yala → Colombo – Departure
Check-out: Flexible / as per departure
Drive from Yala → Colombo (~300 km | 5–6 hrs) with optional beach stops along the way
Optional Colombo city tour & shopping (time permitting)
Transfer to Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for departure
Tour Highlights
- Negombo, Bentota, Hikkaduwa, Mirissa, Tangalle beaches
- Whale watching (seasonal, Nov–Apr)
- Turtle Hatchery & optional Maduganga River Safari
- Sunset at Coconut Tree Hill & Secret Beaches
- Optional Galle Fort & Yala Safari
