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Negombo

Just 10 minutes from Bandaranaike International Airport, Negombo is the perfect first or last stop on your Sri Lankan journey. This lively fishing town features a colourful fish market, a network of scenic canals dating back to Dutch colonial times, and a long sandy beach. The multicultural atmosphere blends Catholic churches, Buddhist temples, and Hindu kovils side by side.

Best Time to Visit November to April
Getting There Just 15 minutes from the airport. We offer airport pickup and transfer to Negombo.
Negombo

Highlights of Negombo

Negombo Fish Market

Negombo Fish Market

One of Sri Lanka's largest and most vibrant fish markets — a feast for photographers, especially in the early morning.

Dutch Canal

Dutch Canal

A scenic 100km canal network built by the Dutch in the 17th century, best explored by boat at sunset.

Negombo Beach

Negombo Beach

A long stretch of golden sand lined with restaurants and hotels, ideal for a relaxing day by the ocean.

Muthurajawela Marsh

Muthurajawela Marsh

A vast wetland sanctuary home to crocodiles, monkeys, and over 190 bird species — a hidden gem for nature lovers.

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