An Instagram worthy location, this stunning coastal town with stunning sunsets spots is a must visit and should make a spot in your Sri Lankan travel itinerary. Located in between two major cities of Galle and Matara it is a major travel hotspot in the island. It is in fact the ultimate beach getaway location.

The main attraction of Mirissa being the picturesque stretch of beaches it is simply the best place to simply soak in all that sun! Rent some sunbeds or just frolic in between the waves and maybe rent a paddle boat and explore the waters, it’s a start! Be one with the turtles as you have the opportunity to snorkel amongst these gentle creatures in the Mirissa beach as they’re known to frequent the waters here. You can sign up for an excursion for a guided dive where they take you to the most frequented spots of the turtles so you’re sure to not miss out on a mesmerizing sight. The months of November to April calls Mirissa a prime whale watching site as the waters get calmer and these gentle giants begin to migrate. Catch a boat ride and cruise through the blues as you spot blue whales, dolphins and sperm whales in and out of the waves. These guided tours will educate you about lesser known facts and the peculiar lives of these creatures which is fascinating to say the least. Visit the not so secret, “Secret Beach”, which is a secluded area surrounded by rock outcrops from either side. The ideal place for a dip in the calm and clear waters without battling the waves. Next, capture a postcard worthy image from the infamous coconut hill. One of the most photographed spots in Sri Lanka, the Coconut Tree hill is a round hill with tall coconut palms dotting the area. The stunning beach in the background highlighting the many palms with the golden sun glinting in the back is the most picture-perfect spot to capture some lifelong memories. It’s only a 20-minute walk away from theMirissa beach, the perfect pit stop to take in the scenery and soak it all in. At theend of Mirissa bay sits Parrot Rock which offers stunning panoramic views of the bay, another perfect spot for some Instagram worthy snaps. Mirissa beach also offers a number of watersports such as wakeboarding, jet skiing and tubing. Lastly, who doesn’t like a good party by the beach? Although Mirissa isn’t known to be a huge party town, each bar has scheduled a bash each night in different parts of the town. Looking for the next party is an adventure itself when each bar that is in charge of a party shines a beam into the night sky and all you have to do is follow the beam and you’ve gotten yourself into one of the most hip parties the beach town can offer. With numerous exotic beverages to some of the freshest seafood Sri Lanka can offer the night is young and the real fun has only just begun!

Mirissa is a combo of all the good, all the fun and all the excitement a quaint beach town can offer! With plenty of luxurious resorts and boutique hotels in the town finding comfortable accommodation for your budget isn’t much of a hassle. It’s a perfect getaway to absorb some of the laidback culture Sri Lanka can offer.