Top Things to do in Southern Province
What to do and see in Southern Province, Sri Lanka: The Best Bodies of Water
Discover the best top things to do in Southern Province, Sri Lanka including Tangalle Lagoon, Tissa Wewa, Madugnga Lake, Bentota River, Denagama Wewa, Madu River, Koggala Lake.
Restaurants in Southern Province
1. Tangalle Lagoon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 245 reviews
Reviewed By Zwelp
Perfect way to relax and get away from the busy beachside's in Tangalle, especially in the morning time it's great... I went out at 6.30 (6 should be even better I think) and saw lot's of birds and a lot of water monitor lizards (some big ones) and to top it all off I saw an eagle (Brahminy Kite actually) swooping down and catch a fish couple of meters in front of me on my last 5 minutes... I was completely alone the whole time, very relaxing...When I was done at 9.45 I just saw two other kayaks entering the water. I enjoyed it so much I returned at 4pm to have another go at it... Lot's of birds returning, saw some monkeys in the trees (grey langurs) jumping over my head from tree to tree, and when it became more dark I also saw some bats... Downside at this time, bit more people out. Not that many though, saw like 9 others kayaks... If you decide to do this, make sure to inform at Mallika Guesthouse... Very friendly people and they only ask 750 lkr and tell you to take your time and enjoy, most others charge 1000 to 1500 lkr and some even say you have to pay extra if you exceed a 2 hour time limit (which I did with a big margin both times). Enjoy!
2. Tissa Wewa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 206 reviews
The lake, an artificial reservoir, is thought to have been constructed in the 3rd Century BC, either by Mahanaga of Ruhuna or his successor Yatala Tissa of Ruhuna, in order to irrigate paddy lands and supply water to the flourishing city of Tissamaharama. The lake was restored in 1871 [4] . The embankment (or bund) on the southern shore supports the Tissa-Kataragama road (B464), which is lin
Reviewed By Travel59978838138
Beautiful view with blue mountain range and lots of fruit bats and lots big rain trees Beautiful view true rise fails Tissamaharama Dageba
3. Madugnga Lake
4. Bentota River
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 438 reviews
Reviewed By thikeena - Colombo, Sri Lanka
we did a memorable boat ride in Bentota river,there is nice white Buddhist statue in the middle of the river,very attractive sightseeing,nice river,above the river there is a bridge,trains are riding along it,very nice view,
5. Denagama Wewa
6. Madu River
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 650 reviews
Madu River is a wetland, near the Small town "Balapitiya" along the Colombo Galle highway. This is the point where the Estuary of the Madu river. The river flows through a terrain where it creates a large number of islands, and the eco system creates a beautiful wetland. The hotels around provide boat rids through the canals created at a good cost. And there are loads of places to stay, dine and wine.
Reviewed By DCECEVENTS
It was an amazing experience at Madu River. We officially visited this place after our conference. We were assisted by Dear Shaan who made us so comfortable and we genuinely enjoyed the boat ride with open sky & you can see the nature, beauty, amazing ocean, beautiful birds, monkeys etc. Must visit place ????????????
7. Koggala Lake
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 176 reviews
Koggala Lake is one of the biggest natural lakes in Sri Lanka. A number of islands are scattered in the lake among which the Temple Island, Modol Doova, Bird Island and the Cinnamon island are the most famous. The lake is rich in birdlife and mangroves and is a major attraction for tourists.
Reviewed By JodieW722
Lovely boat trip across the lake enjoying a couple of stop offs to Cinnamon Island and a temple which was beautiful. We saw a crock too which was exciting. Go late afternoon but remember that inspect spray!
