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How to get from Colombo Airport to Bentota

When you book one of our affordable Colombo Airport transfers to Bentota, you can be sure of a quick and comfortable journey to your hotel. All our private Bentota transfers come with an airport Meet & Greet, door to door service and a professional driver. Simply choose from our fully licensed taxi, minibus or luxury car transfers from Colombo Airport, or a private coach for large group bookings, for a safe and hassle-free start to your trip.

Cost of transfers to Bentota

  • Taxi price from £26
  • Minibus price from £10
  • Luxury car price from £192
  • Private coach price from £7

Things to do

Bentota is the watersports capital of Sri Lanka, and with its stunning beach and a good chance of big waves it’s easier to see why. But there’s more to this town than just surfing and days at the beach. Bentota offers its visitors beautiful natural surroundings, ancient temples, great street food and a low-key atmosphere.

Of course, if you’re looking for sun, sea and sand then you’ve come to the right place. A perfect stretch of golden sand, backed by coconut trees and lush foliage, is made better by the lack of overdevelopment. You’ll find a good few activities waiting for you, however, from banana boat rides to surf schools and jet ski hire. Spend your days off the beach exploring the nearby jungle with a guide, where you might see tree frogs, crocodiles and eagles. Or stop off at the Kosgoda Turtle Hatchery to see baby turtles being released into the wild.

Top attractions

One of the best events in the area is the Bentota beach festival, which takes place around March. It’s a lively event with live music, DJs, cocktails and beach sports.

If you’re looking to explore more of the area, take a boat excursion along the Bentota Ganga for some wildlife watching amongst the mangroves, pay a visit to the Buddhist Galapota Temple or discover the Brief Gardens, former home of Sri Lankan artist Bevis Bawa. Previous guests hosted by the artist have included Laurence Olivier, the Duke of Windsor and Agatha Christie.

Best restaurants

There’s a wide choice of places to eat in Bentota, with everything from beach bars selling local dishes to finer dining at some of the upscale hotels. For seafood, try the Bentota Rock Beach Restaurant where you can enjoy the catch of the day cooked up in coconut curries. At the Avani Resort, Breeze Restaurant serves up Sri Lankan specialities from breakfast to dinner, with a choice of international dishes too. Or, if you fancy a drink with your dinner, try Amal Villa Restaurant, one of the only restaurants with a license to sell alcohol.





Types of HolidayTaxis transfer vehicles
March 31, 2023

At HolidayTaxis, we recognize that every traveler is different and may have their own preferences and requirements for their airport transfers. To accommodate this, we offer a diverse range of transfer vehicles for our customers to choose from, each with its own set of benefits and advantages.

For example, if you're traveling in a large group, our minibus or shared airport shuttle transfers might be the best option for you, as they can comfortably accommodate a larger number of passengers and their luggage. On the other hand, if you're traveling with just one or two companions, a private car may be more suitable for you as they offer a more intimate and personalised experience.