Explore Ahungalla, Sri Lanka

Ahungalla, set on a beautiful stretch of coast between Bentota and Galle, is known for its swaying coconut palms, clear blue sea and golden sandy beach. Basket ware and handicrafts can be bought locally, but this area is famous for brightly decorated, traditional hand-carved wooden masks. The accommodation here is excellent, as the town plays host to some of the most luxurious hotels on the west coast. It is an ideal location for swimming, turtle watching, sunbathing, snorkelling and a variety of other water sports. The surrounding jungles are the perfect place to spot elephants and some of the wide variety of birds that fill the area.