
Things to do in West & South Coast
Sri Lanka's west and south coasts are warm-water surf and reef. Surf the breaks, dive and snorkel, kitesurf the lagoons and paddle mangrove estuaries, with a good range of courses and local centres.

Sri Lanka's west and south coasts are warm-water surf and reef. Surf the breaks, dive and snorkel, kitesurf the lagoons and paddle mangrove estuaries, with a good range of courses and local centres.

Swim with whales in Mirissa on a guided 4-hour offshore snorkelling trip with equipment and refreshments included. From USD 348.72.
From $ 348.72

See Victoria Falls and the Zambezi River from above on a 15-minute microlight flight from $190pp, including transfers, safety briefing, and expert guidance.
From $ 228

Fifteen minute jet ski ride along the Mirissa coast with safety briefing and professional supervision. Ages 6+. From USD 45.
From $ 45

Early morning sunrise kayaking on Negombo Lagoon with guide and equipment. Suitable for ages 8+. From USD 39.
From $ 39

Full day Zambezi whitewater rafting in Livingstone from $155pp, tackling Class III–V rapids with expert guides, lunch included, and views of the Batoka Gorge.
From $ 155

Four hour snorkelling safari from Mirissa seeking dolphins, turtles and seasonal whales. Ages 16+. From USD 260.
From $ 260

Two hour small group snorkelling in Hikkaduwa with equipment and expert guide. Shallow reef sites. Ages 8+. From USD 30.
From $ 30

Guided snorkelling at Port City Colombo with full equipment and instructor briefing. Ages 6+. Passport required. From USD 40.
From $ 40

Private one-hour guided ATV ride through forest trails near Gampaha, about 40 minutes from Colombo.
From $ 105

Private water skiing session in Bentota lagoon with coaching and safety gear included. Beginner friendly 20-minute ride. From USD 40.
From $ 40

Private windsurfing lesson in Bentota lagoon with equipment and coaching included. Beginner friendly 2-hour session. From USD 100.
From $ 100

Private guided water skiing on Negombo Lagoon with tow boat and coaching. Passport required. Ages 8+. From USD 60.
From $ 60

Three hour guided snorkelling on Negombo coast with equipment and expert guide. Passport required. Ages 8+. From USD 70.
From $ 70

All-inclusive guided motorcycle tour through Sri Lanka's ancient cities, tea highlands, and tropical south coast over 12 days. From £3,500.
From £ 3500

High-speed private jet ski session in Bentota lagoon. 15 minutes of guided riding with safety gear included. From USD 180. Book now.
From $ 180

Private surf lesson in Weligama for beginners. 90-minute guided session with board and safety gear included. From USD 25.
From $ 25

Private night scuba diving in Mirissa with full equipment and expert guidance. Discover nocturnal marine life. From USD 194.88.
From $ 194.88

Challenge Zambezi rapids from $100pp with rafting guides, safety gear, hotel transfers, and free photos & videos included for a thrilling adventure
From $ 100

Spend a full day canoeing the Upper Zambezi from $140pp, including hotel transfers, lunch, safety gear, expert guides, and wildlife spotting
From $ 140

High-water Zambezi whitewater rafting in Livingstone from $129pp, featuring Class III–IV rapids, swim stops, gorge hike-out, lunch, and expert river guides.
From $ 129