South Coast
Mirissa
Crescent beaches and blue whales
A laid-back south-coast crescent of golden sand, palm-fringed coves and one of the world's best blue-whale watching grounds.
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Plan my Mirissa trip
Best time
November – April
How to get there
2.5h drive on the southern expressway from Colombo
Region
South Coast
About the place
Why travelers fall for Mirissa
Mirissa is where slow mornings meet wild ocean adventure. Watch blue whales breach a few miles offshore, surf gentle right-handers at Weligama, climb Coconut Tree Hill for sunset, and finish with grilled fish and arrack cocktails on the beach.
Known for
- 01Blue-whale watching
- 02Coconut Tree Hill
- 03Surf at Weligama
- 04Beach BBQ nights
Things to do
Unmissable in Mirissa
01
Blue-whale safari
Sunrise boat trips to spot the planet's largest mammal in deep offshore waters.
02
Coconut Tree Hill
A photogenic palm-crowned headland between two perfect crescent bays.
03
Weligama surf
Long, mellow beach-break waves perfect for first-timers and longboarders.
04
Secret Beach
A quieter cove around the headland with shaded loungers and cold king coconuts.
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