Spontaneous Beach Getaway. Here's what I did in Bentota!
We began our mini beach trip in the late afternoon due to some prior commitments. However, I encourage you to start out early as possible if you have the time.
Step 01: Drive to Bentota
Bentota is an 81.6 km drive from Colombo. It usually takes about one and half hours to reach there. You should exit the expressway from Welipenna to reach Bentota. We packed our bags, fueled our vehicle and set off.
Here's what we packed:
🎒 1 extra pair of clothes
🎒 Bottle of water
🎒 Cap
🎒 Powerbank
💡Tips: Pack a polythene bag for dirty clothes. Carry sunscreen. Wear rubber slippers and beach wear.
You could carry some snacks if you like. We didn't need any since we spent only a few hours.
💡Tip: Before exiting the expressway you can get some snacks and drinks from the expressway service area at Welipenna (Just before the exit).
Step 02: Order Pizza
There is no Pizza hut or Dominos in Bentota, so we went to Aluthgama for pizzas. It was not much of a detour since Dominos was located very close to the Aluthgama-Bentota border.
Here's what we ordered:
🍕 1 Medium size Texas BBQ Chicken pizza
🍕 1 Medium size Chicken Nai Miris pizza
Pizza hut and Dominos are located nearby, so you have a choice.
💡 Tip: Call and place your order earlier, so you can pick it up quickly on arrival.
Step 03: Get Ice cream
We had to wait some time till our pizzas were ready so we headed over to a Keels supermarket to get ice cream.
Step 04: Headover to the beach
After picking up our pizzas we entered Bentota. Bentota can easily be identified by the signature Bentota bridge. This also marks the provincial border between Western and Southern provinces. We drove along Bentota hunting for beaches. There a few nice spots there. I can't pinpoint the exact location of our beach spot but I can provide the following landmark. With a little exploring you will be able to find a beautiful spot.
These beaches are usually free and peaceful. The waves are simply breathtaking. The sea is rough in these areas, so bathing is not recommended. However, you can dip in your feet to your heart's satisfaction. We soaked our feet in the waves and walked along the shores.
Step 05: Enjoy Pizzas with a view 🍕🌊
Pizza at the beach is one of the best combinations ever. I can't believe I hadn't tried it before.
Step 06: More beach time
The sun was starting to set, so the weather was mild. We spent more time on the beach. It was really therapeutic. 💆
It is important to note that there aren't places to change since it is an open area. We changed our clothes in the vehicle. One last look at the beach and we headed home. We had a great time. It was a really refreshing experience.
Suggestions to enhance your experience
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