Bentota Water Sports – Fun In The Surf For The Entire Family!

With its pristine beaches drenched in sunshine and cool, azure ocean waters, the tropical island of Sri Lanka is renowned the world over for being an ideal coastal getaway. Apart from being an ideal destination for a quiet holiday by the sea, Sri Lanka is also well known for the myriad of water sport activities it offers around the coastal areas. The country’s south coast is one of the most popular places for a beach holiday and one such area definitely worth visiting is Bentota.
Located around 60 kilometres from the commercial capital Colombo, Bentota is approximately 90 kilometres from the country’s international airport and is an idyllic coastal resort that offers plenty of fun in the sun, sand and surf. Apart from being right alongside the Indian Ocean, it is also home to a lagoon which is the perfect spot for Bentota water sports. 
Popular for being an ideal destination for a family holiday, Bentota is known for its safe waters where one can enjoy a wide range of activities and water sports. Banana boat rides, windsurfing, kayaking, waterskiing, wakeboarding and jet skiing are among some of the activities one can engage in here, and offer countless hours of thrills and spills that can be enjoyed by young and old alike. 
Those looking for relatively more relaxed activities that still provide much excitement and adventure can also try snorkelling and scuba diving. Those planning to do some diving in Bentota will find several small PADI certified company’s offering equipment and guidance regarding the best dive sites such as the famous Canoe Rock. 
Another activity worth indulging in is taking a boat safari on the Bentota River. Along this cruise you will come across a fascinating range of sights including mangrove swamps and a variety of bird species such as kingfishers and herons.
Those heading to the region and looking for Sri Lanka beach hotels near Bentota can look to stay at The Palm Beruwala. One of the best Beruwala hotels, it offers an idyllic seaside setting and easy access to the coastal areas where one can enjoy the many water sport activities on offer. 

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