Activities in Mirissa, Sri Lanka
Mirissa is one of the most popular places in Sri Lanka to visit for a beach getaway. But there is so much more to...
Secret Beach Mirissa
Secret Beach Mirissa, Mirissa, Sri Lanka
Secret Beach is my favorite place to relax during the day in Mirissa, Sri Lanka. Although it’s not that “secret” anymore, it remains uncrowded most of...
Snake Farm Weligama (Traditional Farm)
Weligama - Telijjawila Rd, Udukawa, Sri Lanka
The farm itself is run by a doctor and snake lover who rescues the snakes from local houses and rehabilitates them. He also takes venom from the...
Turtle Beach
WFR8+J7R, Mirissa, Sri Lanka
Polhena Beach (aka Turtle Beach) is located only 7km from Mirissa. It is, in my opinion, one of the best beaches on the southern coast. Not only is...
Parrot Rock
WFR6+HV9, Mirissa, Sri Lanka
Parrot Rock is a large rock that sits at the end of Mirissa Bay. From the top of the rock, you get amazing views of Mirissa Beach, and climbing it is...
Coconut Tree Hill
WFQ9+M7X, Mirissa, Sri Lanka
Coconut Tree Hill must be the most popular place to visit in Mirissa among Instagrammers. This small hill is literally covered in coconut trees and...
Yala National Park Sri Lanka
No81, sella road, කතරගම 91400, Sri Lanka
Let’s be honest, if you’ve come to Mirissa Beach you’re probably here for the sun, surf, and beach. However, if Mirissa is your only stopping point in...
Galle Dutch Fort
Galle Dutch Fort, Galle 80000, Sri Lanka
Galle Fort was built by the Portuguese in 1588 but the fort was heavily fortified by the Dutch in the 17th century. The Galle Fort is a UNESCO World...
Weligama
Weligama, Sri Lanka
The surf at Mirissa Beach is good, but for many just starting out, it can be far too rough. Luckily, Weligama Beach is only a few kilometers away and...
Sea Turtle Hatchery & Rescue Center
A2, Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka
Halfway between Galle and Mirissa, there are two turtle hatcheries. These turtle hatcheries are set up to protect the turtles and their eggs until...
Stilt fishermen
X8MJ+Q93, Koggala, Sri Lanka
Stilt fishing is a traditional fishing method in Sri Lanka. The men sit on wooden poles and dangle a line in the water constantly flicking it up and...
Dondra Lighthouse
Dondra Lighthouse, Lighthouse Road, Dondra, Sri Lanka
The Dondra Lighthouse is another attraction located around 19km from Mirissa. It is situated on the southernmost point of Sri Lanka and is surrounded...