The Ultimate Guide to Mirissa, Sri Lanka🏖️🌊

One of the most Instagramable spots in Mirissa, Coconut Tree Hill has become a favorite among travelers seeking tranquility and picture-perfect moments.

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Secret Beach Mirissa

A hidden gem tucked away from the bustling crowds, Secret Beach is a secluded haven that offers tranquility and natural beauty. Enjoy the lush greenery, pristine sands, and turquoise water.

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Parrot Rock

A large rock that sits at the end of Mirissa Bay, climbing up the rock provides views of Mirissa Beach and the town. You can also snorkel in the rock pools below.

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Turtle point

One of the best spots to see and swim with turtles.

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Mirissa Beach

One of the most beautiful beaches in Sri Lanka, Mirissa Beach is home to many seafood restaurants and is best known for surfing & seasonal whale watching.

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La piscina Beach

A natural swimming pool, located a few kilometres from Mirissa town, La piscina Beach is perfect for an early morning swim and to catch the sunset in the evenings.

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Things to do in Mirissa

Whale Watching 🐋

From December to April, you can whale watch in the Southern Coast. While there are a few different whales you can spot, like Humpback Whales and Sperm Whales, the Blue Whale is the most popular.

Here are some places you can check out to book your whale watching tour:

Whale watching Mirissa with Geeth

A good whale tour provider.

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Scuba Diving and Snorkelling 🤿

Another great thing to do in Mirissa is snorkel or scuba dive. Snorkeling is possible in the shallow reefs, where you can see plenty of colourful fish and scuba diving is possible in deeper waters. You can observe tropical fish, sea turtles, eels, sting greys, and if you're lucky - even blue whales and dolphins.

Here are some scuba diving operators you can check out:

Muthu Tours Mirissa

One of the best service providers for scuba diving in Mirissa. They have been providing wonderful service for the past 8 years.

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Mirissa Blue Ocean Diving Center

They are well known for being safe. They have been providing satisfactory services for very long, such as boat tours, dolphin and whale watching, scuba diving, snorkeling, and fishing charters and tours.

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Things to do nearby Mirissa

Weligama Beach (surf spot)

Located near to Mirissa (about 15 minutes by tuk or 1.30 hours walk), Weligama is a perfect spot of beginner surfers.

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Madiha Beach

Enjoy crystal clear waters on one of Sri Lanka's best secret beaches - also great for surfing.

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Polhena Beach

A beautiful beach for swimming & snorkeling and to enjoy stunning sunsets. Located close to the town of Matara.

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Best bars/restaurants in Mirissa 🍷🍕

SALT Mirissa

One of the best restaurants in Mirissa, SALT is a chilled beachfront Bar/Cafe which is open all hours of the day. You can have access to their super comfortable sun-beds free of charge! We would highly recommend spending an afternoon here!

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Shady Lane Mirissa

An expat-friendly, hipster cafe tucked away in the alleys of the town, selling great coffee, breakfast items and sustainable clothing.

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Zephyr Ceylon

Although on the pricier side, Zephyr Ceylon is a late-night hangout and one of the best seafood restaurants in Mirissa! It is a perfect spot for a date night!

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Ceylon Curry House

Ceylon Curry House is the premier restaurant in Mirissa for authentic Sri Lankan Curry and other Sri Lankan favorites like kottu roti, mango chutney, and papadam!

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Best Places to Stay in Mirissa 🏠

Hostels

Why Not Backpackers

One of the best party hostels in Mirissa, with helpful staff, delicious food and drinks. It also has a pool!

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Hangover Hostels Mirissa

A perfect place to enjoy the beach life in Sri Lanka, where you can meet fellow travellers on a cool atmosphere and have fun at Mirissa Beach, right across the road.

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Hotels

Mirissa Beach Villa

Luxurious beach villa, located on one of the island's most pristine stretches of beach.

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Triple O Six

Chic, colourful rooms in a polished boutique hotel offering a posh restaurant & an outdoor pool.

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There you have it!

The ultimate guide to Mirissa, Sri Lanka. In addition to the places and restaurants suggested, there are more hidden gems to be explored. Mirissa is perfect getaway to spend 2-3 days.

You can also visit the towns of Matara, Galle, Weligama, Ahangama and Hiriketiya from Mirissa.

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