Unakuruwa

Unakuruwa Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Unakuruwa Beach?

The bar is located right on the Unakuruwa Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Moon River Sea Food Restaurant Cabana is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

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Unakuruwa Beach is located on the Indian ocean and it is in the 102th place out of 235 beaches in the Sri Lanka region 144.4 km away from its center, the city of Colombo. It is one of the beaches of Unakuruwa settlement, just 0.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

It is a small bay with turquoise water and bright 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 partially crowded during the high season.

Unakuruwa Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

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

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

10 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Silent Beach, which has a rating of 8.7.

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Historical

+31 ^oC +26 ^oC

Air temperature

3.7 M/S

Wind

+30 ^oC

Water temperature

1.6 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Excellent

8.5/10

Cover

Tolerable

4.9/10

Cleanliness

Pleasant

6/10

Amenities

Frustrating

3.6/10

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Unakuruwa Beach is located in Sri Lanka within Unakuruwa, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.

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.

User reviews

"The beach is absolutely amazing, surpassing both Gayamboki and Silent Beach. The only drawback is that it tends to be a bit dirty. However, the water is incredibly clear and the sand even has patches of purple."

Nikolai Petrov

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General features

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- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
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location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise water, Sand bottom

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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand

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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright fine sand

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Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright fine sand, Turquoise pure water, Fine sand bottom

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

If you like outdoor activities, the Unakuruwa Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Unakuruwa 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!

Beach surroundings

Restaurants Attractions Transport Localities

Restaurants

Moon River Sea Food...• 2 min walk
Tuk Tuk Bay• 2 min walk
Becks Bay• 2 min walk
SLOW - Villa & Café• 3 min walk

Attractions

Excursion by Jeep• 1 min walk
Tangalle Fishing Cha...• 3 min walk
SURF PARADISE BEACH...• 3 min walk
SURF PARADISE UNAKUR...• 3 min walk

Transport

KCT• 49.4km
Polommaruwa model Ju...• 3.8km
Beliatta• 5.3km

Localities

Unakuruwa• 330m
Colombo• 144.4km

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

The coastline of Unakuruwa Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Unakuruwa Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Unakuruwa Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.

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

Sup surfing (Sup touring)
Surfing

Is the Unakuruwa Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

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

Is the Unakuruwa Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Unakuruwa Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

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

The bar is located right on the Unakuruwa Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Moon River Sea Food Restaurant Cabana is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

How far is the Unakuruwa Beach from parking?

The Unakuruwa Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Unakuruwa Beach?

There are 4 attractions near Unakuruwa Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Excursion by Jeep located in 0 km. See the attractions section for details.

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

The month with the highest temperature in Unakuruwa 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.