Palatupana Beach

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Palatupana Beach is in the 1th place out of 2 beaches in the Sri Lanka region 186 km away from its center, the city of Colombo. It is one of the beaches of Palatupana settlement, just 3.7 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a with turquoise water and golden sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Palatupana Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

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Palatupana Beach is located in Sri Lanka within Palatupana, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

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What to do in Palatupana Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Palatupana Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!

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Transport

WRZ• 16.9km
Tissamaharama Bus St...• 11.6km
Beliatta• 75.4km

Localities

Palatupana• 3.7km
Colombo• 186km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Palatupana Beach?

The coastline of Palatupana Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise.

What are the key activities at Palatupana Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Palatupana Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Palatupana Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

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Is the Palatupana Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable.

Palatupana Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Palatupana Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Palatupana Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Palatupana Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Palatupana Beach.

How far is the Palatupana Beach from parking?

The Palatupana Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Palatupana Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Palatupana Beach is April. Its average value reaches 31°C. The warmest sea is in April, the average value is 30°C. The coldest month is September with air temperature 29°C and water 28°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Palatupana Beach (Sri Lanka) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Palatupana Beach (Sri Lanka) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.