8 days in Negombo & Hikkaduwa Itinerary

Located close to the international airport, Negombo has a reputation for being either the first or last taste of the country for visitors.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Negombo: Colombo (Stone 'N' String, Mount Lavinia Beach, &more). There's more to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Negombo Beach.

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Barcelona, Spain to Negombo is an approximately 15.5- hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Barcelona to Negombo is 4.5 hours. Traveling from Barcelona in November, expect Negombo to be much hotter, temps between 35°C and 27°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Hikkaduwa.

One of the most scenic beach resorts in Sri Lanka, Hikkaduwa features a number of long white sand beaches with palm trees and gentle waves.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Hikkaduwa: Kosgoda Sea Turtle Conservation Project (in Kosgoda), Mirissa (Mirissa Beach & Dolphin & Whale Watching) and Bentota (Sea Turtle Protection Association & Bentota Beach). Next up on the itinerary: stroll through Hikkaduwa Beach and enjoy the sand and surf at Hiriketiya Beach.

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You can do a combination of flight and taxi from Negombo to Hikkaduwa in 2 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In November in Hikkaduwa, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 28°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.