Beaches

Tangalle Beaches

South Coast 4.4
Free $$ Veg Family-friendly

Tangalle Beaches is a string of quiet, broad bays at the south’s far end, the place to slow down, with boutique stays and nesting turtles at nearby Rekawa. Getting there: 1 hr east of Mirissa. Entry Free. It lies in Sri Lanka's South Coast region.

Swim, surf and sunsets, check sea conditions and the season before you go.

Good to know

Getting there1 hr east of Mirissa.
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Make a day of it

5 stops nearby · ~2 km · approx $41/person

  1. 1 Tangalle Beaches You’re here
  2. 2 Bandula Surfing School 0.4 km
  3. 3 Hiriketiya Anglers - Fishing & Snorkeling Tours. 0.5 km
  4. 4 Reel Crazy - Tangalle Sport Fishing Tours 0.5 km
  5. 5 Tangalle Main Bus Stand 0.5 km

Rough per-person estimate from sourced rates (PickMe/km, meals, entry). Confirm locally.

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Nearby

Bandula Surfing School ★ 4.8 0.4 km away Surfing Arogya Hospital Tangalle ★ 4.3 0.4 km away Hiriketiya Anglers - Fishing & Snorkeling Tours. ★ 5.0 0.5 km away Reel Crazy - Tangalle Sport Fishing Tours ★ 5.0 0.5 km away Tangalle Main Bus Stand0.5 kmTangalle Main Bus StandTangalle Bus Stand0.5 kmTangalle Bus Stand

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Common questions

How do I get to Tangalle Beaches?

1 hr east of Mirissa.

How much is entry to Tangalle Beaches?

Entry is Free for foreign visitors at the last check. Ticket prices are reviewed periodically, so treat this as a guide and confirm at the gate.

Is Tangalle Beaches suitable for children?

Yes. Tangalle Beaches works well for families, though younger children will need supervision and shade breaks.

Is Tangalle Beaches wheelchair accessible?

No. Tangalle Beaches involves steps or uneven ground and is not step-free, so it is difficult for wheelchair users.

How current is this information?

These details were last verified in 2026-06. Time-sensitive details such as fees and opening hours should always be confirmed with the official source before you travel.

Last verified: 2026-06