Negombo
The closet sea side resort to the International Airport, Negombo is a fishing village and tourist beach resort town all at the same time. Warm weather, long beaches, great seafood and a vibrant night life can be enjoyed by all who visit Negombo.
Bentota
Just an hour’s drive away from Colombo, Bentota is one of the most established beach resorts in Sri Lanka. Bentota is also a part of the famed stretch of beach called the “Golden Mile”. The area is dotted with many fantastic resorts ranging from five star hotels to rest houses to suit the budget traveler. The sea and adjoining Bentara River provides the opportunity for plenty of water sports such as swimming, diving, jet-skiing, windsurfing and even parasailing.
Hikkaduwa
Sri Lanka’s Coral Reef seaside town, Hikkaduwa will provide you with a seaside adventure of coral reefs, scuba diving and warm sandy beaches. Watch the Hikkaduwa fisherman bring in their catch, and wander through the town stopping at shops selling beautiful sea shells, wooden carvings and masks.
Trincomalee
The city of Trincomalee is a major port city located on the northeast coast of Sri Lanka, about 270 km from Colombo. The Trincomalee harbour is the fifth largest natural harbour in the world and is accessible to all types of craft in all weathers making it a port of immense strategic importance. Trincomalee also features many outstanding tourist attractions such as Sri Lanka’s largest Dutch fort, the world famous hot water springs, cultural and religious sites and of course the pristine Nilaweli beach area famous for surfing, scuba diving, fishing and whale watching.
Arugam Bay
If you are a surfer Arugam bay is for you, and you may have even already heard of it. Known as one of the top 10 surf destinations in the world, Arugam bay has played host to international surfing competitions. It is a beach side town, fishing village and with waves that surfers dream about. The best surfing season is from April to October.
Pasikuda
Pasikuda beach, recognized as one of safest beaches in Sri lanka is very famous among the travelers who travel around the sri lankan tourism areas. It is located in the eastern coast of Sri Lanka. The nearest city is Batticloa. Throughout the year the beach is fully crowded with travelers from all around the world. The sea is visualized with crystal clear water. Foreign travelers never miss this beach as it is known as an ideal destination for a sea bath.
Visitors are walking kilo meters in to the sea because the sea is not compared toh other beaches of Sri lanka.They play, scream and entertain themselves in the beach. Even small children can dive in the sea. Some try to play with a surf board.