What to do in Matara District

Activities, attractions and tours

A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, surrounded by dense palm trees and a small island.
A wide sandy beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a distant shoreline with buildings.
A sunset over a coastal area with palm trees silhouetted against the sky.
A beach with palm trees, lounge chairs, and a clear view of the ocean.
Tall palm trees, a sandy beach, and the ocean.

Activities

Snorkeling with Turtles in Mirissa

Snorkeling with Turtles in Mirissa

NZ$44
per adult
Snorkeling with Turtles in Mirissa
Snorkeling with Turtles in Mirissa

Snorkeling with Turtles in Mirissa

NZ$48
per adult
Snorkeling with Turtles in Mirissa
Yala safari from Galle / Unawatuna / Waligama / MIrissa / Matara

Yala safari from Galle / Unawatuna / Waligama / MIrissa / Matara

NZ$167
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Yala safari from Galle / Unawatuna / Waligama / MIrissa / Matara
Galle light house

Galle day tour

NZ$159
per traveller
Galle day tour
Mirissa: Snorkeling Experience with Turtles

Mirissa: Snorkeling Experience with Turtles

NZ$46
per adult
Mirissa: Snorkeling Experience with Turtles
Picture 1 for Activity Sri Lankan Cooking Class – Kottu Roti or Rice & Curry

Weligama: Kottu Cooking Class & Local Street Food Dinner

NZ$39
per adult
Weligama: Kottu Cooking Class & Local Street Food Dinner
Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen

Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen

NZ$194
per adult
Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen
Koggala Lake Private Birdwatching Tour with Guide

Koggala Lake Private Birdwatching Tour with Guide

NZ$53
per adult
Koggala Lake Private Birdwatching Tour with Guide
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Galle day tour

Galle day tour

Activity duration is 10 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$156 per traveller*
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Wildlife & nature

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Mirissa: Guided Turtle Snorkelling Experience with Coral Reef

Mirissa: Guided Turtle Snorkelling Experience with Coral Reef

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 36 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$48 per adult*
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Classes & workshops

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Coconut Experience with Spice Tour and Village Walk

Coconut Experience with Spice Tour and Village Walk

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$21 per adult
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Cruises & boat tours

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Mirissa to Matara: Crocodile, Bird, Monkey Photography Tour

Mirissa to Matara: Crocodile, Bird, Monkey Photography Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$70 per adult
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Spa & wellness

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Mirissa: Nordic Sauna & Ice Bath Experience with TukTuk Ride

Mirissa: Nordic Sauna & Ice Bath Experience with TukTuk Ride

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$49 per adult
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What to do in Matara District

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A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, surrounded by dense palm trees and a small island.

Hiriketiya Beach

9.0/10 (19 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Hiriketiya Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Dikwella. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.
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Day trip destinations from Matara District

A beach with palm trees and a rocky shoreline.

Weligama

An aerial view of a coastal area with a clear turquoise sea, a sandy beach, and a densely forested island.

Ahangama

A beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and palm trees.

Matara

An aerial view of a tropical island surrounded by turquoise waters, with a sandy beach and dense greenery.

Kamburugamuwa

A multi-tiered waterfall cascading over large rocks in a forested area.

Deniyaya

A beach with waves, rocks, and a sunset sky.

Mirissa

A yellow temple with intricate carvings and a blue roof.

Dondra

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