Bentota is a coastal resort town on the south-west coast of Sri Lanka. It lies between the Bentota River and the Indian Ocean. The town is a popular resort destination, known for water sports including jet skiing, windsurfing, and banana boat rides. The Madu River Boat Safari through the mangroves is a highlight. Brief Garden, the creation of landscape artist Bevis Bawa (brother of Geoffrey Bawa), is nearby.
Bentota
June 12, 2026
Bentota
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- Panadura Beach Panadura Beach is a lively, local-flavoured beach located in the
- Fa Hien Cave Fa Hien Cave is one of the most archaeologically significant
- Wadduwa Beach Wadduwa Beach is a pleasant, somewhat quieter stretch of coast
- Galapata Raja Maha Viharaya Galapata Raja Maha Viharaya is an ancient and historically significant
- Aluthgama Town River Area Aluthgama is a lively market town at the point where
- Bentota River Safari The Bentota River Safari is one of Sri Lanka's most