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Sri Lanka Beach Hopper
An eight-night multi-stop holiday taking in the west and south coasts as well as Yala National Park.


Dip your sand in the toes on the Teardrop Isle as you go from golden shore to golden shore. This is a relaxed holiday where coast, culture and nature mingle; there’s a sprinkling of everything that makes Sri Lanka special but with a focus on the oceanfront. And in Sri Lanka, no two beaches are the same: Yala is wild and wonderful, the south is all about the spectacular coves and bays, while the west trends more sweeping and golden.
From £2,325 per person including international flights.
Itinerary overview
Highlights of trip
Negombo
First up is a night in Negombo, the closest of our featured beach resorts to the airport. You’ll be shaking off the flight and stretching your legs on stunning shores in next to no time. We’ve got a couple of hotels right on the beachfront and a delightful boutique spot inland to choose from, but either way, you’ll be in for a chilled first night in Sri Lanka.
This modern hotel, with beautifully landscaped grounds beside a broad golden beach, is an inviting spot to start or end your holiday.
The ideal spot for some restorative downtime close to the airport to bookend your Sri Lankan adventure.
Surrounded by gardens, Wallawwa is a little pocket of tranquillity, under an hour’s drive from Colombo
Yala
This is where beach meets the bush of Yala National Park; it’s wild and wildlife packed. A couple of nights here will give you the chance to head into the park to seek out leopards, elephants, crocs, sloth bears and more (we’ve included a half-day game drive), but also take in the beauty of this corner of coast in your own time from your chosen resort.
Wild by name, wild by nature… this Cinnamon property is secluded and perfectly placed for wildlife adventures.
A unique and luxurious property that combines local influences with the traditional décor of an African safari lodge.
South Coast
Journey along the oceanfront from the south-east corner to the south-west corner of the island (or a spot in between). The coastline gets slightly less remote but seriously wows with its wild natural beauty thanks to its coves, bays, and beaches that stretch for miles. The options include hot footing it all the way to the outskirts of gorgeous Galle or pausing in Tangalle about two thirds of the way along the south coast. For a bit of culture, we’ve thrown in a tour of Galle – it’s all about variety.
A fusion of Dutch and Portuguese styles, The Fortress is stylish, luxurious and right on the beach.
Sri Lankan-inspired design, Anantara’s renowned experience-focused luxury and a breathtaking setting await at this award-winning resort.
The scent of sunscreen, the taste of sweet papaya and sipping from king coconuts are all on the horizon at this pocket-sized heart-stealer.
West Coast
Golden hours, golden sunsets and wide golden sands await along Sri Lanka’s west coast. Whether it’s a Bentota classic resort, a villa retreat or a bijou boutique, your time here can be all about down time, beach time and ‘us’ time. You can pick between off-the-beaten-track Balapitiya or more buzzing Bentota, both of which have sprawling sands right on the doorstep.
A makeover of a classic property has brought an increased level of luxury to the Bentota coastline.
With spectacular coastal views and Bawa-influenced architecture, this idyllic boutique beach resort is an effortlessly romantic hideaway.
A boutique retreat just steps from the sand with personalised service and stylish interiors.
Maldives
If you’re after a different beachy scene to round out your holiday, take the relatively short hop of a flight down to Malé, gateway to the wonders of the atolls of the Maldives. Each coral island is home to its own resort, and there’s a pick for everyone. You can go big and bold with an island that has loads to do, a small but perfectly formed retreat or something in between.
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