Sri Lanka is an island country that is known for amazing beaches. As a popular tourist destination for travelers from around the world for a long time, it is had really become a trendy location over the last few years.
The beaches range from those are that are very popular with the tourists to the smaller, less known beaches that are hidden spots the locals enjoy. Regardless of the time you can spend on holiday, booking flights to Sri Lanka to correspond with the best beach weather in December to March for the west and south and April through September for the east coast.
Unawatuna Beach
This is a great end of summer early part of autumn travel destination. As it is just outside of the main tourist season, it is a great option to get lower priced flights to Sri Lanka.
This beach is ideal for lounging on the sand, swimming or scuba diving and snorkeling. With spas, temples, resorts and some amazing local restaurants and fine dining locations, this is the ideal beach for a couple’s getaway or a honeymoon destination.
Bentota Beach
For those who want more private, resort type of holiday, Bentota beach offers resorts and relaxing spas. It is also a top location to enjoy whale watching tours or to take a river safari and see the wildlife of the area.
The beach is lovely for sunbathing, swimming and water skiing, with boats available for charter to take longer trips for a day along the coast.
Weligama
When choosing flights to Sri Lanka from October to March, plan to visit Weligama beach. This is a popular location for surfing and diving. Surrounded by a coral reef, it is also a shark-free area and provides a top beach experience for the whole family.
In addition to the beach, this area of the country is famous for gem and jewelry production as well as lace weaving. Local tours allow visitors to tour these facilities and purchase beautiful locally made items.
