Sri Lanka

Day trips from Galle

Places you can visit in a day from Galle and be back by evening. Distances are in a straight line from the city centre.

Best day trips

1

Mirissa Beach
29 km from Galle
A crescent sand beach south of Galle, good for whale watching and relaxed walks
2

Hikkaduwa Coral Reef and Beach
17 km from Galle
A reef‑lined beach popular with snorkelers, about an hour north of Galle
3

Bentota Beach
48 km from Galle
A wide river‑front beach with calm waters, suited for families and water sports
4

Kanneliya Forest Reserve
29 km from Galle
A misty rainforest reserve with well‑marked trails and diverse wildlife
5

Weligama Bay
24 km from Galle
A shallow bay ideal for beginner surfing and beachfront cafés
6

Kudawa Beach
51 km from Galle
A quieter stretch of sand north of Galle, good for a peaceful beach break