Sri Lanka by Night: Colombo, Party Beaches and Weligama
Four days of partying in Sri Lanka: rooftop bars in Colombo, beach clubs in Mirissa, surf by day and parties on the sand by night, capped in Weligama.
Description
Sri Lanka's south coast has become one of Asia's best-kept party secrets. This 4-day itinerary tours the island's best nightlife spots. It begins in Colombo with rooftop bars at the Galle Face Hotel and clubs in the Colombo 7 district. It then moves to Mirissa, the southern mecca: a beach club on the sand where parties start after sunset, with local DJs spinning reggae and EDM, arrack cocktails (Ceylonese coconut liquor) and seafood barbecues. By day, surfing the gentle waves of Weligama, perfect for beginners. The last night closes in Unawatuna, with its bohemian backpacker vibe, reggae bars and bonfires on the beach. The Ceylonese party is laid-back, beachy and very social: everyone ends up talking to everyone around a bonfire and an arrack sour. Don't expect megaclubs Bangkok-style, but rather an intimate, authentic atmosphere with your toes in the sand.
Health & safety
- The currents on some Mirissa beaches are treacherous
- Bootleg alcohol exists: drink only registered-brand arrack
Day-by-day itinerary
Colombo: rooftops and casino
Colombo
Colombo: rooftops and casino
Night in Colombo: rooftop bar at the Kingsbury and clubs in the District 7.
Sunset at Galle Face Green
Entertainment1hRooftop bar at the Kingsbury
Entertainment2hMirissa: beach club on the sand
Mirissa
Mirissa: beach club on the sand
Transfer to Mirissa. Beach party: arrack cocktails and grilled seafood.
Party on Mirissa's beach
Entertainment5hLobster barbecue on the beach
gastronomy1hSurfing in Weligama
Weligama
Surfing in Weligama
Morning of surfing Weligama's gentle waves. Afternoon of relaxation and night in Unawatuna.
Surfing in Weligama
Sports2hBar crawl in Unawatuna
Entertainment4hWhale watching and close-out
Mirissa
Whale watching and close-out
Whale watching at dawn. Party close-out in Weligama and return.
Blue whale watching
Nature4hClose-out with a fresh coconut
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