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One of the oldest beach resorts in Sri Lanka, Bentota has developed into a beautiful and tranquil place to stay. The sea here is calm and the gorgeous beach is endless, stretching many kilometers north and south. Many of the island’s luxury hotels are located in Bentota and it’s easy to see why.
Whether it’s beach holidays to Bentota or a sandy extension at the end of your Sri
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Getting Around
Getting to Bentota is pretty easy – there are many buses that can take you the 65km or so from Colombo city and for a quicker option a direct train runs from Colombo to Bentota, taking approximately 2 hours. Most tourists opt for a taxi however, as these are often the best value and quickest option. The coastal road is the most picturesque route of course, but this will double, if not triple the time to get there.
Snorkelling in Bentota
Sri Lanka is lucky enough to be surrounded by the glorious Indian Ocean and therefore benefits from seas with shallow reefs housing an abundance of coral and marine life. Snorkeling is a great and safe way to explore these shallower areas around the Island, without the use of diving equipment or extensive training and Bentota is one of the best locations for snorkeling. The sea is warm throughout the year, but the calmest waters are usually experienced between the months of November and April where visibility will be at its best.
Shopping For Souvenirs
Whether its batiks, traditional masks and handicrafts, hats and clothes, brassware and wooden ornaments or semi-precious and precious gem stones, there will be many souvenirs and gifts available for you to buy and take home from Bentota. The Sunflower Arts and Craft Centre in Bentota is a great place to visit, as is the shopping complex at the National Holiday Resort, where on Mondays a bustling market is held.
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