Sri Lanka tour packages

Located in the southern tip of Galle district Bentota is another favorable town in Srilanka worth visiting. Bentota is relatively a small place with an estimated population of approximately 25,000 to 40,000 locals. However the place remains a massive tourist attraction. Bentota too like the other cities of Srilanka holds a lot of history and mythical stories about its existence. Bentota is the name believed to have come from the name of demon Bem who lived on the river bank “Tota”. Interesting as the myths are, so is the place for a casual retreat in Srilanka tour package.

A local river airport and a handful but extremely world class hotels make Bentota a popular destination for water sports. Tourists can never stop raving about water skiing and the river safari that beats most of the water sport attractions. A private tour company Malubanna arranges for trip to Koggala turtle hatchery. A private tour of the sanctuary and letting the newly hatched babies in the sea during dinner after sunset is an experience beyond description.

Bentota serves as the base to explore rest of Srilanka. The two rivers Bentota Ganga and Lunu Ganga make Bentota appear as a peninsula. The beautiful beaches, vibrant markets and restaurant serving fresh catch of fish make for perfect ending of Srilanka tour package.

The river and lagoon is where most of the water activities take place. You can try your hands on Jet skiing, canoeing, and boat rides that show you the waterways of the Bentota Ganga waterways. Birds and reptiles can catch your attention too. Beruwala fishing harbour is a must visit if you can wake up early and watch the fresh load of fish being unloaded. The 160.5 ft tall statue of Buddha at Bhoomi Sparsha mudra is the tallest standing statue of Buddha in entire Srilanka and makes for an exclusive attraction in Srilanka tour package while in Bentota.

Bentotas golden sandy beaches and hidden resorts behind the tall standing palm trees invite you to a Srilankan tour to enjoy exhilarating water sports and emotionally calming turtle hatchery.