Walk golden sands at Unawatuna Beach
Galle, Sri Lanka • 
Must Do
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Dec
25°C – 32°C, january in unawatuna offers warm temperatures and minimal rainfall, making it ideal for beach activities, high crowds, peak season
25°C – 32°C, january in unawatuna offers warm temperatures and minimal rainfall, making it ideal for beach activities, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Beach terrain is sandy; wheelchair access is limited.
Beach terrain is sandy; wheelchair access is limited.
Value for money
Medium
Affordable, but development impacts quality.
Affordable, but development impacts quality.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Getaway
Couples loved the sunsets and the laid-back vibe. Perfect for a relaxing escape!
Beautiful Beaches
The golden sands and turquoise waters were perfect for a romantic stroll. Highly recommended!
Great Swimming
Calm waters made it easy and safe for swimming. Enjoyed the tranquility.
Overcrowded Beach
Beach was very crowded, especially in the evenings. Not ideal for privacy.
Commercialized Feel
Some felt the area had become too commercialized, losing its charm.
Development Concerns
Travelers noted the negative impact of recent development on the area.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
open - open
Tuesday
open - open
Wednesday
open - open
Thursday
open - open
Friday
open - open
Saturday
open - open
Sunday
open - open
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
MEDIUM
25-29°C
December marks the beginning of the dry season with average high temperatures around 28.9°C and lows near 24.8°C. Rainfall decreases to about 114mm over 22 days, and humidity levels drop slightly.
December marks the beginning of the dry season with average high temperatures around 28.9°C and lows near 24.8°C. Rainfall decreases to about 114mm over 22 days, and humidity levels drop slightly.
Open
Popular accommodations and activities may require advance booking due to higher demand.
Popular accommodations and activities may require advance booking due to higher demand.
Recommended
With the onset of the dry season, December offers more favorable conditions for beach activities. While there is an increase in tourists and prices, the improved weather makes it a popular time to visit Unawatuna.
With the onset of the dry season, December offers more favorable conditions for beach activities. While there is an increase in tourists and prices, the improved weather makes it a popular time to visit Unawatuna.
January
HIGH
25-32°C
January in Unawatuna offers warm temperatures and minimal rainfall, making it ideal for beach activities.
January in Unawatuna offers warm temperatures and minimal rainfall, making it ideal for beach activities.
Open
Due to high demand, early booking is recommended for accommodations and activities.
Due to high demand, early booking is recommended for accommodations and activities.
Recommended
January is an excellent time to visit Unawatuna Beach, offering warm weather and optimal beach conditions. However, it's also peak tourist season, so expect larger crowds and higher prices.
January is an excellent time to visit Unawatuna Beach, offering warm weather and optimal beach conditions. However, it's also peak tourist season, so expect larger crowds and higher prices.
February
HIGH
24-28°C
February continues to offer warm temperatures with slightly lower precipitation chances, ideal for beachgoers.
February continues to offer warm temperatures with slightly lower precipitation chances, ideal for beachgoers.
Open
High demand persists; early reservations are advisable.
High demand persists; early reservations are advisable.
Recommended
February maintains favorable beach conditions with warm weather and low rainfall. As peak season continues, anticipate high crowd levels and elevated prices.
February maintains favorable beach conditions with warm weather and low rainfall. As peak season continues, anticipate high crowd levels and elevated prices.
March
MEDIUM
24-33°C
March sees slightly increased temperatures and a moderate chance of rainfall, but still offers good beach conditions.
March sees slightly increased temperatures and a moderate chance of rainfall, but still offers good beach conditions.
Open
More accommodations become available as the peak season ends.
More accommodations become available as the peak season ends.
Recommended
March offers warm temperatures and moderate rainfall, suitable for beach activities. With the end of peak season, crowd levels and prices begin to decrease.
March offers warm temperatures and moderate rainfall, suitable for beach activities. With the end of peak season, crowd levels and prices begin to decrease.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Regular buses operate from Colombo to Galle, and local buses from Galle Bus Station provide a 15-minute ride to Unawatuna.
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis are available from Galle or Colombo, providing direct access to Unawatuna Beach.
Train
Recommended
Trains from Colombo Fort Railway Station to Galle Railway Station, followed by a short bus or tuk-tuk ride to Unawatuna.
Bike
Bicycles can be rented locally for convenient travel within Unawatuna.
Car
Driving via the Southern Expressway (E01) and A2 highway provides access, with parking available near the beach.
Walking
Walking is feasible for exploring the immediate beach area.
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required