Joanna James
Just as chic as its name sounds, Mirissa too, is a flavourful little Southern beach town that simply has no cap on gorgeous views and a colonial ambience. If you’re are looking for some serious beach time in Sri Lanka, here is a fabulous selection of activities to try out in Mirissa!
Seeing as we are talking about a beach town, this choice of activity feels like the most obvious kind! But take it from a fanatic of the great blue, it is not a choice that you will ever come to regret. The more time you spend at the Mirissa beaches, the more you are bound to fall in love with this beautiful town and its incredible beaches. Mirissa beach is one of the most popular stretches in this area and you will have a wealth of joints to check out throughout.
It is not the most commonly known fact among travellers, of course, but Mirissa town has its lighthouse and is perfectly well visible at a private beach along the belt. Heading down to this stretch of beach is bound to be one of the best things you choose to do, especially if you happen to be a pair of hopeless romantics chasing sun-downs across the globe.
Without a doubt, whale watching is one of the most promising activities that many travellers choose from among everything to do in Mirissa. Generally, whale watching in Mirissa could take you anywhere between 3-4 hours and cost you approximately 30-45 USD per person. Numerous tour companies offer their services for whale watching tours and finding a sustainable and ethical company with the facility remains a top priority whenever you choose to book one out. Flaunt your negotiation skills relentlessly to steer away from some of the most obscure rates that tour providers will initially present to you so you can sign up for a reasonable rate. The high season for whale watching in Mirissa is between November to March – so do plan accordingly. Whale watching is also available in October, but sightings depend a lot on how the weather is and water clarity.
Did you know Mirissa happens to be one of the best spots for surfing in all the world? If you have always been wanting to give it a shot but never went for it, here is a great place to start! The Weligama beach stretch is perhaps the best surfing place in all of Mirissa and is especially wonderful during the early hours of the day. Surfing lessons are available at different rates – not to mention gear too if you are travelling without!
Last but not least, the food scene is Mirissa is simply a hoot! From regular small place eateries to hotels in Mirissa the likes of Sri Sharavi Beach Villas & Spas, the food scene in Mirissa is outrageously good! Not only do they have the perfectly crafted unique dishes to curb your cravings, but they also do feature some heart-warming views you can never get enough of!
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