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Sri Lanka โ€“ A Paradise for Surfers and Beach Lovers

Sri Lanka is an island nation surrounded by the sea on all sides, known as a prime destination that attracts both beginner and professional surfers. Many travelers come here to explore the waves or turn a budding hobby into a true passion. Beyond surfing, Sri Lanka offers numerous beautiful beaches, making it an excellent destination for a relaxing beach vacation.

We traveled in Sri Lanka for two weeks, dedicating the second week entirely to beachside relaxation.

Sri Lanka Ananatara

Recommended Travel Season to South Sri Lanka


The beach seasons in Sri Lanka are divided across different months of the year. The rainy season in the southwest region begins in May and lasts until September, while the monsoon season in the southeast occurs between October and January.

We traveled in Sri Lanka in April, which is considered a transitional season between the west and east coasts. Since the eastern season had not yet begun, we focused our stay on the southwestern beaches and were lucky to experience sunny and dry weather for most of the trip. This is typically the best choice for a Passover vacation on the island.



Accommodation


We dedicated about a week to this part of the trip and decided to split our stay between two hotels. This is something I always recommend โ€“ if you have the opportunity to divide your stay between different areas or even just different hotels in the same region, do it. This division makes the vacation feel longer and adds an extra layer of experience.

We stayed for three nights at Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resortย and another three nights in the Galleย area.

Galle Sri Lanka Hotel

A Hotel That Feels Like a Slice of Paradise


The first hotel we visited on Sri Lankaโ€™s beaches was Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort. We have a special connection to the Anantara brand since our first trip to Thailand, so when we saw there was one in Sri Lanka, we jumped at the opportunity to stay there.

We were looking for a hotel with a relatively quiet private beach that is family-friendly, and this was one of the best hospitality experiences weโ€™ve ever had. The resort spans a vast area, yet still feels intimate. It features two excellent restaurants โ€“ one Italian and one Asian/Japanese โ€“ and a kids' clubย where children aged four and above can stay without parental supervision. We saw many young children staying at the club and easily navigating their way around the resort, which is very accessible and safe.

Additionally, the hotel has a huge swimming poolย with a 20 cm shallow areaย that allows toddlers to swim freely, a long private beach, a gym, a spa, and daily yoga classesย offered for free to hotel guests. Throughout our stay, we had a dedicated butlerย who was always available via WhatsApp and checked in on us regularly.

If I had to mention one downside, it would be the location. While the hotel provides everything you need, if youโ€™re looking to explore beyond the beaches, there arenโ€™t many interesting towns nearby. The closest town is Tangalle, which we visited on our first evening, only to find it quite empty, with just a handful of restaurants that didnโ€™t look particularly inviting.



Recommended Beaches in the Area


A well-known and highly popular beach among tourists. The Hiriketiya area has several hotels, guesthouses, and numerous surf schools. The beach is long, with plenty of restaurants and bars



Located about five minutes west of Hiriketiya Beach, this is a long stretch of sand with calm, pleasant waters. It is much more suitable for young childrenย compared to Hiriketiya. The beach has a few simple restaurants and offers a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere.


 Dickwella Beach Sri Lanka

One of the most famous beaches in southern Sri Lanka. A beautiful beach with palm trees and a stunning sunset viewpoint.


One of the most popular and tourist-friendly beaches. The area has several well-known hotels, such as the Weligama Bay Marriott, which is particularly suitable for families with childrenย and is very popular among travelers.



A very child-friendly beach due to its calm and pleasant waters. It is located near Unawatuna Beach.


A long beach located near the Rumassala Japanese Pagodaย and Welle Devalaya Temple. Several restaurants and bars are located along the shoreline.

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