Luxury holidays in Weligama

Set on the surfer-dotted shores and sugar-sand beaches of southern Sri Lanka, Weligama lives up to its moniker — it’s named after the Sinhalese for ‘sandy village’. Days here take on a gentle rhythm: mornings riding waves, beach café lunches, palm tree-framed sunsets, and under-the-stars dinners. And beyond Weligama Bay, you’ll find plenty of pristine coves and secret swim spots.

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When to go

Weligama’s peak is December to April, which coincides with whale-watching and turtle-hatching seasons, plus gentle waves for beginners; May to September brings monsoons, with strong winds only suitable for hardcore surfers.

Getting there

  • Planes

    Colombo’s international airport is a two-and-a-half hour drive from Weligama.

  • Trains

    If you prefer the scenic route, coastal rail services run from Golumadama Junction, which is near the airport, to Midigama station, a 10-minute drive from Weligama. The train ride takes between four and five hours.

  • Automobiles

    You might prefer to ditch the wheels and let your hotel hosts arrange tours and transfers on your behalf, plus your main commute in Weligama will be between surf and sunlounger.