Negombo

Negombo is a lively resort which oozes old-fashioned colonial character with everything needed for a fun-packed holiday in the glorious Sri Lankan sunshine. A delightful bustling fish market, vibrant nightlife and great food add to the appeal of this fabulous getaway. Negombo has a pleasant sandy beach and water sports are popular here with a range of options including windsurfing, kayaking, boogie-boarding and sailing. Local attractions include the wetlands of Muthurajawela, the remains of a 17th century Dutch fort, Negombo Beach Park and Angurukaramulla Temple. There’s plenty of action after dark in Negombo and no shortage of excellent restaurants, bars and nightclubs. Lewis Place is a real hive of activity and the place to dance the night away. You’ll find a myriad of excellent hotels just north of the town centre, along the beachfront. Holidaymakers often make an early morning visit to the harbour to watch the fisherman bring back their catch and bag themselves a fresh seafood bargain. Negombo Lagoon is truly enchanting and its huge mangrove swamps are home to many water birds including cormorants, herons and egrets.