Just a 25 minute drive from Bentota, one can see the famous Maadu River which is famous for Boat Trips, which could be done for a period of about 1 1/2 hours. The Maadu River is also famous for its 64 large islands which range from about 150-200 acres, namely some of these islands are; MADDUWA, KOTHDUWA, SATHAPAHA DUWA & GINDUWA. Most of the islands are inhabited. During the boat trip you could also witness the art of prawn capturing and also Fishing done by the villages that live on some of the islands. Apart from this there are some famous islands which visitors use for Champagne, B'fast and Barbecue Lunches.

Meetiyagoda village, 15-km inland, has moonstone mining. The clear or slightly milky which in color, the moonstone is not considered a precious gem is polished and set in silver or gold jewellery. The road sign claims that it is the "only nature moonstone mining in the world"

Ambalangoda along the coast road, is the team of Devil Dancing, Mask making which may families have carried out for generations. It may be possible to watch a performance of folk theatre (Kolanm) asks locally. Ambalangoda is also famous as a major centre for cinnamon cultivation & production. Batik Factory for colorful dramatic fabrics, designer garments, accessories and decor items in a way resist dyeing technique of Indonesian origin but distinctly Sri Lankan design and the colorful fish market is worth visiting early in the morning.

Mask Museum is primarily a workshop & showroom. Some of exhibits tracing the tradition of mask dancing are interesting and informative. Traditional masks worn for dancing, using vegetable colors instead of the brighter chemical paints, masks sell from around Rs.500.00 to served thousand rupees. Traditional masks are more expensive. Antique shops often sell newly crafted items which have been "aged". It is illegal to take out any article over 50 years old without a government permit.

The port of Galle, thought by some to be the Biblical city of Tarshish, splendidly illustrates the solidity of the Dutch presence in Sri Lanka. The 36-hectare (89 acre) Dutch Fort, built in 1663, has withstood the ravages of time. Its massive ramparts surround the promontory that forms the older part of Galle, and shelters within its walls sturdy Dutch houses, museums and churches. This area has a quiet, relaxed atmosphere that seems almost detached from the flow of history. The New Oriental Hotel, built for Dutch governors in 1684, is a colonial gem with a wonderfully atmospheric bar. Nearby is a tiny sliver of a beach suitable for a dip, though most travelers prefer to head along the coast to the fine beaches at Unuwatuna, Weligama and Tangalla.

Hikkaduwa is the island's most developed beach resort, though it's looking rather forlorn these days. It has a range of accommodation, good restaurants and pleasant cafe-lined beaches. There's good snorkeling at an attractive and easily accessible coral sanctuary, scuba diving at a number of wrecks in the bay, tours by glass-bottomed boats and pretty good surfing. It's a relaxed place, similar to many Asian beach resorts popular with Western travelers. There are also plenty of handicraft shops catering to tourist whims, a Buddhist temple, a nearby lake with abundant birdlife and some pretty dangerous traffic hurtling down the main road.

Even if you're not a scuba diver, Hikkaduwa offers underwater delights. Only 200m Offshore, in shallow water no more than 4m (13 ft.) deep, a reef protects an expanse Of brilliant coral populated by vividly colorful reef fish and even the occasional Turtle. It is perfect snorkeling territory, but for the less confident, glass bottomed boats also operate from the beach.