The name Weligama, literally means "sandy village" which refers to the area's sandy sweep bay. It is approximately 144 kilometres (89 mi) south of Colombo and is situated at an elevation of 9 metres (30 ft) above the sea level.
How to Reach?
From Colombo to Weligama 168km Far away. You can choose easy way to reach Weligama.
What You Can Do Here?
If you visit in Weligama, there are lots of things to do & watch here. If you travelling Weligama, you can surf, swim, go to beach party, scuba diving & many more.
Here is a long list of major things to do in Weligama, which the first time travelers can visit and experience.
Weligama Beach
Weligama Beach offers beachgoers ample space to soak up the sun or frolic in the refreshing waters. A shallow bay taking the shape of a half-moon provides gentle waters which makes it safe for swimming and a great spot to learn how to surf – there are a number of local surf schools to aid you in this process too! The best time to visit and swim in Weligama Beach would be between the months of October to April, where the sea isn’t too rough and the weather is perfect.
Weligama Beach is located approximately 15 minutes away from Mirissa and 40 minutes from the historic city of Galle. The golden shores are dotted with a number of beach-side cafes and restaurant shacks along with local surf schools. Grab a refreshing king coconut and enjoy the sun, sand and sea when you’re on Weligama Beach. Most local shacks have day beds on offer for those who prefer it to the warm sands.
Surfing
This is the perfect spot in Sri Lanka for all you novice surfers to catch your first waves and learn how to surf. Advanced surfers can surf near the coral reef called Gurubebila. The best season to surf at Weligama Beach is from the end of September until the end of May. Even in the off-season, you would be able to surf on an island spot. The island just in front of Weligama is called “Taprobane”, here you can expect some beginners and even some quite advanced waves.
Whale and Dolphin watching in Mirissa
Mirissa is undeniably the best place to watch whales and dolphins while in Sri Lanka because they flock together in this area (in order to breed in these warm waters). The whale watching season starts in November and continues till April; when the ocean is calmer. Whale watching is a thrilling and exciting activity to engage in as it provides the opportunity to witness these marine creatures in their natural habitats.
Scuba Diving
Scuba diving is a type of underwater diving whereby divers use breathing equipment that is completely independent of a surface air supply. The bay of Weligama is an ideal spot for scuba diving. The shallow reefs and rock formations are home to a variety of fish and marine life.Most popular dive sites The most famous dive sites are Bridge Rock (caves and swim-throughs), Yala Rock (swim-throughs and little caves), Patch Point (rocky bottom and interesting underwater seascape), and Dispa Rock (an underwater pinnacle).
Jet Skiing
If you are a person who likes to play in the sea rather than relax on the beach then you should go to one of the water sports centers near Weligama. You can get the thrilling pleasure with safety.
This water sports center is situated in Mirissa the neighboring town of Weligama. They have many water sports such as; jet skiing, banana boat, sofa ride, tube ride, and donut ride. They also offer boat rides and kayaking rides which are also excited as other water sports offered by this center.
Visit Taprobane Island
a privately owned island with just one villa, was first built by the French Count de Mauny. He stumbled upon this utopia after a long but futile search around the world for a paradise on earth. The island then passed onto the hands of Paul Bowles; an American novelist who fell in love with the beauty of this island after a visit. After that the ownership passed onto a former United Nations Chief Prosecutor Sir Desmond Lorenz de Silva who was a Sri Lankan born, before ending up in the hands of the current owner Geoffrey Dobbs. Many authors, musicians and composers have visited this villa.
Sanctuary Spa
The Sanctuary Spa has several professionals to provide you with a range of healing treatments for multiple diseases in the peaceful and scenic setting infused with tropical flowers in its surroundings. It has many trained and experienced masseurs who use natural herbal oils to soothe away aches and pain, thus relieving your mind.
Their charges are reasonable for all. So, you can consider this to be one of the best things to do in Weligama, Sri Lanka.
Take photos
You can take lots of photos. There are beautiful surroundings. You can take variety poses pictures.
Where can you Accommodation in Weligama?
Weligama Bay Hotels, Resorts
Weligama Bay has lots of number hotels, resorts & restaurant with modern amenities in reasonable price. There is eye pleasing view, so you can spend time freely & relax.
