The Southern Coast of Sri Lanka has lots to offer. I travelled from East to West. Starting in Tissamaharama and then slowly making my way to Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka.
The Southern Coast of Sri Lanka really has something for everyone. Whether you travel alone or as a couple. If you travel as a family I can recommend this post about the best family friendly beaches in Sri Lanka.
Tissamaharama
Most people come to Tissamaharama for a wildlife safari in Yala National Park and I too thought it was just a gateway to other more interesting places. I was absolutely wrong and surprised by the amount of things to see and do in Tissamaharama. It is the best place along the Southern Coast of Sri Lanka for nature and tranquility.
Tissamaharama really is a lovely and enchanting place. Think buddhist stupa’s surrounded by rice paddies and beautiful sunsets over the Tissa Wewa lake. Other lakes in the area include Debarawewa lake and the Yodakandiya lake. Perfect for boat rides or canoeing.
If it comes to wildlife Yala National Park is not the only destination near Tissamaharama. Bundala National Park is equally beautiful and if you love birds you shouldn’t miss the Wirawala bird sanctuary.
