Colombo & Negombo
The West Coast cities of Colombo and Negombo are situated near the international airport and makes for an ideal stop to rest and recover after a long flight into Sri Lanka.
Colombo
The capital city of Colombo is home to a mix of ethnic communities giving rise to a vibrant cultural heritage and way of life within the city. Through time, Colombo has maintained its old colonial period buildings; residential areas; green leafy parks and waterways; Buddhist temples, Hindu Kovils, Mosques and Churches, while making way for glitzy new hotels and high rises that dots Colombo’s sky line. Interesting to spend a day or two exploring this capital city especially in a tuk-tuk. On week days, Colombo traffic can get chaotic. Avoid rush hour and times when schools are out.
- Have sunset cocktails at the colonial period Galle Face Hotel in Fort.
- Indulge in a fabulous dinner at the Ministry of Crab in Fort.
- Take a stroll along Green Path and take in local street art; and explore The National Museum nearby.
- Enjoy the vibe at Park Street…drinks at Uncle’s bar, and dinner at a restaurant of your choice.
Accommodation in Colombo
A charming heritage bungalow that is now a luxurious boutique hotel set in Colombo’s highly residential Cinnamon Gardens.
Negombo
The coastal town of Negombo lies 45 minutes north of Colombo and just 20 minutes away from the international airport. Many travelers spend a day or two here relaxing by the sea side before embarking on their journey within Sri Lanka. Wake up to the scene of Catamarans with their bellowing sails that line the horizon; visit a colonial period church in town; or explore the mangrove edged lagoons where fishermen go about their daily lives. Negombo’s main beach strip is dotted with seafood restaurants, bars, cafes, and a range of hotels to suite everyone’s budget.
- Set off into the turquoise seas on a Catamaran with the local fishermen.
- Experience Negombo’s Colonial heritage with a visit to a church in town.
- Take a tranquil boat ride along Negombo Lagoon.
- Savour a fresh seafood dinner on the beach under a star lit sky.
- Discover fishing communities and rural village in the outskirts of Negombo.
Accommodation in Negombo
Set on the banks of the Negombo Lagoon, Villa Hundira is a secluded private villa that is immersed in tropical gardens and just 20 minutes from the international airport.
A 6 bedroom boutique hotel set on lush tropical gardens and offering Sri Lankan hospitality. Located just 30 minutes away from Negombo.