Joanna James
Mirissa is a coastal town situated in the south of Sri Lanka. It is known for its incredible beaches, vibrant culture, and great seafood. If you are hoping to visit Mirissa for the holidays, here are a few fun things to do.
A trip to Mirissa is not complete without a picture at the coconut tree hill. This is a passageway that leads to a slightly elevated hill by the beach. The hill is dotted with coconut trees that provide an excellent backdrop for pictures. This is also a wonderful place to enjoy the beach and wind and even have a quick picnic. Both locals and foreigners gather in this area as a part of their Mirissa adventure.
The Mirissa beach is undoubtedly one of the best places for swimming on the southern coast. It has got a vast stretch of land and water that is monitored by lifeguards. The water is clear and free of corals, which allows you to swim freely. Even if you are not a great swimmer, these waters are calm enough for you to have a good time.
If you happen to visit the Mirissa coastline, you are bound to see at least a couple of people surfing and snorkelling at any point of the day. The waves at Mirissa, even though aren't too exciting, provide an excellent area to surf. Similarly, while the marine life underwater in Mirissa isn't much to rave about, it is a decent spot to try out snorkelling. If you don't have your dive board and snorkelling gear, there are plenty of surf schools and villas in Mirissa that give them out for rent.
One of the only reasons to wake up early and leave the comfort of your bed at your holiday property – for instance, at Sri Sharavi Beach Villas & Spa – will be to go dolphin and whale watching. You leave just after dawn to the middle of the ocean to see some of nature's most incredible creatures. If you are lucky, you will see multiple types of these wonderful animals and even get treated to a little show they put on themselves. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that you shouldn't miss. Make sure you ask a service provider on the best day for whale watching and sign up accordingly.
Mirissa is also known for offering an excellent culinary experience. You can taste some of the best seafood in the country in tiny street shops in Mirissa. The restaurants that are dotted by the beach offer a more sophisticated menu. Make sure you grab an island cocktail from a beach shop and spend your day watching the waves roll by.
The Mirissa nightlife is also quite popular among tourists and the locals. There is a large ex-pat community that resides in Mirissa that also encourages flea markets and events to take place regularly. These events provide a nice entryway to enjoy the nightlife in the town.
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