Day 1 | Morning
Mirissa Beach
Opening Hours: Open 24 hours
Ticket Price: Free
Recommended Length of Stay: 5-7 Hours
Location: Mirissa Beach,Mirissa
Mirissa is one of the three major beaches in southern Sri Lanka. The crescent-shaped beach here still retains the original and natural charm, with bright sunshine, bursts of coconut trees, blue sea and blue sky. Beach Features Mirissa's main focus is the original, quiet, here you can't find all those chain hotels on other beaches, it is suitable for a daze, idle and some lovers walking on the beach, reading or chatting. Whale watching is also an ideal whale watching place in Sri Lanka. It is a rare life experience to go out to sea with the fleet every morning. Introduction to the east and west ends of the beach The west end of Mirissa Beach is a very charming beach, with inns lined on both sides, and many simple cafes along the beach, which are isolated from the main road. The sandy beach on the east side curves around, perfectly matching the noise of the Galle-Mattler road. There is also a place for people to take pictures at the end of the beach, which is a small peninsula extending from the beach and can be walked over at low tide.
Day 1 | Afternoon
Koggala Stilt Fisherman nearby is the top choice before you leave Mirissa Beach and hit the road.
Koggala Stilt Fisherman
Opening Hours: 5:30-19:30
Ticket Price: Free
Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours
Location: Koggala
The Sri Lankan stilt fishermen concentrated in the shallow waters of the southwest coast are distributed along the coast from Galle to Mirissa, and are famous for the small town of Kogler. 1. The origin of stilt fishermen is said to be because fishermen cannot afford fishing boats to go out to sea, and there are many small sardines along the southern coast of Lanka, so fishermen basically waded to the wooden stakes soaked in sea water, climbed up, and then Sitting on a rudimentary wooden stand, set up a fishing rod and fish. Their goal is to swim in a large number of sardines in the shallow waters, and sometimes with luck, fish will be hooked every minute. What's even more amazing is that their fishing rods have no bait, no wonder they are called "the world's cattle way of fishing". 2. Status Quo There are not many stilt fishermen now, and more of them are stage shots with a performance nature.
Day 1 | Evening
Don’t forget to book Cape Weligama in advance, because all the tourists head to Koggala Stilt Fisherman love staying at it.
Cape Weligama
Property Location With a stay at Cape Weligama in Weligama (Matara District), you'll be close to Mirissa Fisheries Harbor. This 5-star resort is within the vicinity of Handunugoda Tea Museum and Martin Wickramsinghe Folk Museum. Rooms Make yourself at home in one of the 39 air-conditioned rooms featuring iPod docking stations and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies or patios. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature jetted bathtubs and designer toiletries. Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities Take time to pamper yourself with a visit to the full-service spa.
Day 2 | Morning
Mirissa Whale Watching
Recommended Length of Stay: 5-6 Hours
Location: Harbour Road, Mirissa, Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is one of the best whale watching spots in the world, the southern end of the continental shelf extends into very deep waters, and large groups of dense and graceful blue whales can be seen approaching the coast. Every April and November, a large number of whales and dolphins will follow the ocean currents from the north of the Antarctic to the Indian Ocean to breed their offspring, which is a good season for whale watching. The southern coast of Mirissa is one of the best whale watching spots in the world. The whale watching tour lasts about 5-6 hours and returns to the pier at noon. It is recommended to choose a large boat for professional whale watching, and do not choose a fisherman's boat for cheap. Note that seasickness is very windy at sea. If you are prone to seasickness, you need to bring your own seasickness medicine, and try not to eat before the boat.
Day 2 | Afternoon
Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Parrot Rock.
Parrot Rock
Opening Hours: Open 24 hours
Ticket Price: Free
Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours
Location: Mirissa
Parrot Rock is located east of Mirissa Bay, ideal for sunset viewing and a great sea fishing spot. 1. When the tide is high, the road will be covered by sea water, the surrounding is very suitable for snorkeling, and the waves hitting the reefs are also spectacular. 2. When the tide is low, you can walk up the steps, but you must be careful, because there is basically no handrail on the right, and the one on the left is also shaky, so it is dangerous.
Day 2 | Evening
Don’t forget to book Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa in advance, because all the tourists head to Parrot Rock love staying at it.
Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa
Tune in to the inspiring art of modern global Hospitality, blend in with the unique flavours of a charming fishing village in Sri Lanka: Sun, Sea and Surfing. Welcome to Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa; a luxurious resort designed to help escape the mundane. This beach front property offers 198 exquisitely designed sea facing rooms and suites, right in the heart of Weligama Bay. Located in close proximity to the Galle Fort and Blue Whale watching hubs; this resort mimics the environs of the open pristine outdoors. Perfect for a mini break, a destination wedding, a refreshing venue for corporate meetings, Weligama Bay Marriott Resort & Spa provides a plethora of reasons to explore and relax. It’s time to start packing.
Day 3 | Morning
Shallow Bay
Opening Hours: Open 24 hours
Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours
Location: Facing the sea and on the right towards the sea reef area.
The shallow bay is located on the east side of Paradise Beach Club and is surrounded by a reef in order to block the waves of the Indian Ocean. The wind and waves in the bay are relatively strong, so it is especially suitable for surfing activities. The fine sand is very suitable for children to play, and many foreign tourists will stay with their children to swim and play here.
Day 3 | Afternoon
After finishing the tour at Shallow Bay, you can head to Kandavahari Temple, the most worth visiting place around the corner.
Kandavahari Temple
Ticket Price: Free
Recommended Length of Stay: 0.5-1 Hours
Location: Harbour Road, Mirissa, Sri Lanka
Kandavahari Temple is located in the west of Mirissa, Sri Lanka, and is a white dome building. Surrounded by green trees, it has an exotic atmosphere. Overlooking the Mirissa coast and fishing boats, there are many monkeys.
Day 3 | Evening
Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Kandavahari Temple? Dickwella Resort and Spa is one of your top choices.
Dickwella Resort and Spa
Located on a peninsula in southern Sri Lanka, Dickwella Resort and Spa features views of the Indian Ocean. It offers water sports equipment, yoga classes and early morning fishing trips. Dickwella Resort and Spa is within walking distance of Dickwella Beach. It is 8 km from the Hummanaya Blow Hole. Bandaranaike International Airport is 210 km away. The dive centre provides courses for beginners, as well as diving trips for the more experienced. Dickwella offers water sports like windsurfing and canoeing. Other recreational facilities include a saltwater pool and a tennis court. Rooms at Dickwella Resort feature large windows and beds with mosquito nets. Guests can sit at the private balcony or terrace and enjoy the beautiful sea view. Room amenities include a TV, mini fridge and tea/coffee making facilities. Open for breakfast and dinner, the restaurant serves Sri Lankan and European specialities. Lunch is available at the pizzeria, which uses a traditional Italian stone oven. At the beach bar, cocktails can be enjoyed along with the sea breeze.
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