Overview
Experience the sun-kissed southern coast of Sri Lanka, where tropical beaches, wildlife adventures and colonial charm come together. The Southern Escape runs from the heritage streets of Galle Fort to the golden shores of Mirissa and Bentota, with a thrilling leopard safari in Yala along the way.
Watch for blue whales off Mirissa, track leopards and elephants on a private 4×4 game drive in Yala National Park, wander the ramparts of the 17th-century Galle Dutch Fort, and unwind on the palm-fringed beaches of Bentota. Travelling in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a licensed chauffeur-guide, it is the ideal mix of relaxation and exploration for beach lovers, couples and wildlife enthusiasts.
Accommodation Plan
This tour includes 4 nights across the following overnight stops:
| Night | Overnight Stay | Nights |
|---|---|---|
| Night 1 | Bentota | 1 |
| Night 2 | Mirissa | 1 |
| Night 3 | Yala / Tissamaharama | 1 |
| Night 4 | Bentota | 1 |
Hotel Options: Choose your preferred category – Budget, 3-Star Comfort, 4-Star Superior, or 5-Star Luxury – and we will reserve hand-picked hotels at every stop above, with breakfast included.
Important Note – Accommodation & Customization:
This tour is 100% flexible and fully customizable – travel dates, daily stops and pace can all be adjusted to suit you. Accommodation is never included in our package prices, so you only pay for what you really need:
- Already chosen where to stay? Simply share your hotel details and we will plan your route, pick-ups and drop-offs around your own selected places.
- No idea where to stay? Leave it to us. We can arrange hotels to match your budget and style (from cosy guesthouses to 5-star resorts), together with entrance tickets, safari jeeps, train tickets and all other charges – so you can freely relax and enjoy your tour.
Please contact us before placing your booking so we can finalize your customized itinerary and accommodation plan.
Highlights
- Explore the historic Galle Dutch Fort, a 17th-century UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Go whale and dolphin watching on an early-morning cruise from Mirissa.
- Track leopards, elephants and sloth bears on a 4x4 safari in Yala National Park.
- Cruise the mangrove tunnels of the Madu River and visit Cinnamon Island.
- Visit a sea turtle conservation hatchery in Kosgoda.
- Relax on the golden sands and calm lagoon of Bentota.
