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From the paddies to the coast
Colonial Galle, surf towns and rainforest, all within easy reach of the estate.
Heenatigala sits just inland from Unawatuna. Close enough for the beach, far enough for total quiet.
Within 30 minutes
- Galle FortUNESCO old town with colonial streets, boutiques and cafes for every budget.
- Unawatuna BeachA short tuk-tuk ride for swimming, snorkelling and sunset drinks.
- Koggala LakeA boat ride to the island temple, with monkeys along the shore.
- Surf breaksBreaks for every level, surf schools and Ahangama's beach clubs.
- Turtle conservationFeed and release turtles at a local hatchery.
- Paddy field ridesCycle the lanes through the rice fields around the estate.
- Temples and the old stationLocal temples and a nostalgic colonial railway station.
- Whale watchingIn season, boats leave from the south coast harbours.
Within an hour
- MirissaMirissa Hill, Parrot Rock and snorkelling off Pigeon Island.
- Tea and cinnamonFactory tours and tastings of two iconic island crops.
- AyurvedaTraditional wellness treatments at nearby centres.
Within two hours
- Sinharaja RainforestA UNESCO rainforest reserve with guided hikes.
- UdawalaweElephant safaris in one of the island's best national parks.
- Hiriketiya BayA horseshoe bay for swimming, surfing and slow afternoons.
- Ella and Nine Arch BridgeHill country views and the famous colonial viaduct.
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