Mirissa & Unawatuna Beaches, Sri Lanka
What to see at Mirissa & Unawatuna Beaches and how to fit it into a Sri Lanka trip.
Quick answer
Sri Lanka's south coast delivers palm-fringed beaches with a fraction of the Maldives' price — Mirissa's crescent bay for whale watching and parties; Unawatuna's sheltered cove for families; Tangalle's isolated stretches for solitude.
Best season for Sri Lanka: December – March (West/South) or May – September (East Coast). Recommended trip length: 8–12 Days.
About Mirissa & Unawatuna Beaches
Sri Lanka's south coast delivers palm-fringed beaches with a fraction of the Maldives' price — Mirissa's crescent bay for whale watching and parties; Unawatuna's sheltered cove for families; Tangalle's isolated stretches for solitude.
Mirissa & Unawatuna Beaches is one of 15 places we cover in Sri Lanka, and falls on day 4 of our 5-day Sri Lanka plan. A 5-day Sri Lanka trip from Mumbai costs about ₹45,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Sri Lanka
- Sigiriya: Lion Rock Fortress
- Kandy–Ella Blue Train
- Yala National Park Leopard Safari
- Sigiriya Rock Fortress
- Nuwara Eliya Tea Country
- Yala & Minneriya Wildlife
- Galle Dutch Fort
- Temple of the Tooth Relic, Kandy
Questions about Mirissa & Unawatuna Beaches
What is Mirissa & Unawatuna Beaches?
Sri Lanka's south coast delivers palm-fringed beaches with a fraction of the Maldives' price — Mirissa's crescent bay for whale watching and parties; Unawatuna's sheltered cove for families; Tangalle's isolated stretches for solitude.
When is the best time to visit Mirissa & Unawatuna Beaches?
Sri Lanka's best season is December – March (West/South) or May – September (East Coast), which is the best window for Mirissa & Unawatuna Beaches too.
How many days do I need in Sri Lanka to include Mirissa & Unawatuna Beaches?
Trripah recommends 8–12 Days for Sri Lanka. Mirissa & Unawatuna Beaches fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Mirissa & Unawatuna Beaches in a Sri Lanka package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Mirissa & Unawatuna Beaches to a Sri Lanka plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.