Unawatuna: Why You'll Love This Destination
Unawatuna's curved, reef-sheltered bay makes it one of the safer swimming beaches on the south coast, and its proximity to Galle Fort — just a short tuk-tuk ride away — makes it a popular base that pairs beach time with easy access to the historic city.
A reef offshore breaks the swell, making Unawatuna's curved bay calmer than most other south-coast beaches for swimming.
A smaller, quieter cove tucked behind a headland, reachable by a short jungle path or boat from Unawatuna.
The historic fort and its restaurants, shops and ramparts are a short tuk-tuk ride away, making Unawatuna a convenient base for both.
Unawatuna is a short ride from Galle Fort, and the starting point for the Rumassala forest walk to the Japanese Peace Pagoda.
