Jungle Beach Discovery
Rumassala 3 hrs
Discover a secluded cove perfect for swimming and snorkeling.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Tropical
Languages
Sinhala and Tamil and English
Local currency
LKR
(LKR)
Local time
(GMT+5)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Unawatuna Beach
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Appreciated, 10% service charge common
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
70 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Rice & Curry
Kottu Roti
Hoppers
Fresh Seafood
When to visit Unawatuna
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: February
Busiest: Dec-Mar
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Jan90
Sunny, dry, calm seas
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Feb92
Sunny, dry, calm seas
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Mar88
Sunny, dry, calm seas
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Apr75
Hot, humid, occasional showers
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May60
Monsoon, rain, rough seas
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Jun55
Monsoon, rain, rough seas
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Jul58
Monsoon, rain, rough seas
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Aug65
Monsoon easing, some rain
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Sept68
Monsoon easing, some rain
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Oct70
Inter-monsoon, showers
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Nov78
Inter-monsoon, showers
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Dec85
Dry season begins, sunny
Things to do in Unawatuna
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
2 places
Snorkeling & Diving
Unawatuna Bay 3 hrs
Explore vibrant coral reefs and marine life just offshore.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Japanese Peace Pagoda Visit
Rumassala 1.5 hrs
Visit this serene stupa offering panoramic coastal views.
Wijaya Beach Swing Photo
Dalawella 1 hr
Capture iconic photos on the famous palm tree rope swing.
Any time of day
3 places
Unawatuna Beach Relaxation
Unawatuna 4 hrs
Relax on the golden sands and swim in the calm bay.
Galle Fort Exploration
Galle 4 hrs
Wander through the historic Dutch colonial fort, a UNESCO site.
Turtle Hatchery Visit
Habaraduwa 1.5 hrs
Learn about sea turtle conservation and see baby turtles.
Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Unawatuna
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