Travel Guide of Hambantota in Sri Lanka by Influencers and Travelers
Hambantota is the main town in Hambantota District, Southern Province, Sri Lanka. This underdeveloped area was hit hard by the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami and is undergoing a number of major development projects including the construction of a new sea port and international airport finished in 2013.
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1 - Ridiyagama
21 km away
Ridiyagama Safari Park is 500 acre safari park, zoo in Ridiyagama area of Hambantota District, Sri Lanka. The park was opened to the public on 28 May 2016.
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2 - Tissamaharama
23 km away
Tissamaharama is a town in Hambantota District, Southern Province, Sri Lanka.
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3 - Safaris in Hambantota
Take a tour of Udawalawe National Park, one of Sri Lanka's largest animal sanctuaries. Because this is a private tour, you’ll have plenty of time to hear commentary about the wildlife you’ll see and ask questions. Keep an eye out for elephants, water buffalo, fox, leopards, and other animals from the comfort of a rugged 4x4 vehicle. Morning, Afternoon, or full-day options are available to suit your schedule.
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4 - Kirinda
25 km away
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5 - Yala National Park
33 km away
Yala National Park is the most visited and second largest national park in Sri Lanka, bordering the Indian Ocean. The park consists of five blocks, two of which are now open to the public, and also adjoining parks.
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6 - Shore Excursions in Hambantota
Enjoy the thrilling adventure of Wildlife with a full day safari tour in Yala National Park which has the highest density of Leopards in the world. You will explore this beautiful national park with so many other animals including sloth bear, elephant, and wild water buffalo with many varieties of endemic Flora and Fauna. You will also enjoy picnic lunch by the beach and spend couple of hours on the beach at leisure before your evening tour for searching leopards. Tour is limited to a maximum of 4 travelers.
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7 - Southern Province
35 km away
The Southern Province of Sri Lanka is one of the nine provinces of Sri Lanka, the first level administrative division of the country.
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8 - Tangalle
40 km away
Tangalle is a large town in Hambantota District, Southern Province, Sri Lanka, governed by an Urban Council. It is one of the largest towns in southern province. It is located 195 km south of Colombo and 35 km east of Matara. It has a mild climate, in comparison to the rest of the district, and sandy beaches.
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9 - Udawalawa
45 km away
Udawalawe is a small town located in the southern part of the Ratnapura District in Sri Lanka. It is situated in close to the district's boundary with the Hambantota District and Monaragala District.
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10 - Yala
49 km away
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