5 Things to Do in Beruwala - Top 5 Activities to Enjoy during a Trip to Beruwala

Whether you are based at Cinnamon Bey Beruwala or any one of the other Sri Lanka beach hotels in the area, no trip to Beruwala would be complete without a boat tour on the Bentota River. Located within easy driving distance, Bentota Beach is the perfect location to enjoy a river safari in the early morning hours or the late afternoon when one can spot exotic bird varieties and even baby crocks on the water. Surrounded by mangrove forests, this one-of-a-kind excursion allows travellers to uncover the wildlife species endemic to the area while also uncovering the islands that dot the river.

While Beruwala Beach is best known for its tranquillity and calm waves, the area's Golden Mile Beach is considered to be a water sports lover's dream come true. This beach provides ideal conditions for engaging in a wide variety of water-bound activities, and some of the top things to do on Golden Mile Beach include jet skiing and parasailing. Those with a passion for windsurfing will also find the wind conditions perfect during the peak tourist season from December to March. Those who wish to learn how to windsurf or parasail will also find local instructors and water sports centres in the area that offer lessons as well as tour packages.

Seafood lovers and beach bar fans will find that Beruwala provides more than a few scintillating restaurants and drinking holes to indulge in their favourite pastimes. Most restaurants in Beruwala are found in stunning beachfront locations and even feature outdoor seating right on the beach. Apart from seafood curries and traditional Sri Lankan cuisine, tourists can also order tiger prawns, cuttlefish and parrotfish grilled or baked according to their specifications.

While Beruwala may not have as many cultural highlights as Bentota or even Negombo, a visit to the historic Kechimalai Mosque is a must for those with an interest in the heritage of the area. Set up by Yemeni settlers who first came to the island on trade tours, this mosque is an architectural feat in its own right. Considered one of the most sacred Muslim shrines on the coast, Kechimalai Mosque also contains two tombs belonging to some of those early settlers who first established the mosque in Sri Lanka.

A morning spent at the Aluthgama Market is likely to be one of the most memorable experiences that travellers will enjoy in Beruwala. This bustling thoroughfare, where locals buy fruits and veggies, is not only a great place to grab a Sri Lankan lunch but also to stock up on spices and other local treats. The affordable rates also make shopping at the Aluthgama Market a rewarding thing to do during a getaway in this seaside hamlet.