5 minutes away
Surfing at Weligama Bay
Weligama Bay is the gentlest place in the country to learn: long beginner waves, a sandy bottom, English-speaking instructors. Boards are available at the hotel, lessons at first light or late afternoon.
Experiences
Between river and bay, the whole south within reach
Beginner waves, whales, a fortified town and tea country: the essentials are less than an hour from the hotel.
Arranged by the front desk
Six signature experiences
Trusted drivers from our partner Taxi Sri Lanka, English-speaking guides, timings planned around the light: tell us your wishes the evening before, everything is ready by morning.
10–15 minutes away
Whales & dolphins at Mirissa
From November to April, whale-watching trips leave Mirissa harbour to meet blue whales and pods of dolphins. An early start, back for lunch: we arrange everything the evening before.
Nearby
Stilt fishermen & Coconut Tree Hill
The famous stilt fishermen at sunset, then Coconut Tree Hill and its ridge of palms above the ocean: two iconic images of the south, a few minutes’ drive away.
~40 minutes away
Galle Fort
A UNESCO-listed fortified town, Galle unfolds its colonial lanes, ocean-battered ramparts, boutiques and artists’ cafés. A lovely half-day escape.
Full-day trips
Snorkelling, turtles & tea country
Swim with turtles along the neighbouring coast, explore a spice garden, climb inland to the tea plantations: we plan your longer days, driver included.
With our partner
Transfers with Taxi Sri Lanka
Airport pick-ups, transfers between towns and tailor-made day trips: our partner Taxi Sri Lanka takes you everywhere on the island, safely and on time.
