SL RIDE

Anuradhapura to Hikkaduwa

341 km ~8h 32m by car

Travel from Anuradhapura to Hikkaduwa with a private chauffeur from SL RIDE. Sri Lanka's first ancient capital, home to the sacred Bodhi Tree, colossal stupas, and millennia of history. Sri Lanka's surf capital, offering coral reefs, a laid-back vibe, and reliable waves for all skill levels. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive across Sri Lanka.

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Distance

341 km

Estimated Travel Time

~8h 32m

Vehicle Options

Car, Van, Bus

Things to Do in Anuradhapura

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Anuradhapura Archaeological Tour
Cultural

Anuradhapura Archaeological Tour

Anuradhapura4hTicket $20

A comprehensive guided tour of the sacred city's UNESCO-listed stupas, palaces, and ancient water tanks.

Mihintale Rock Monastery
Religious

Mihintale Rock Monastery

Anuradhapura2hTicket $5

Climb the ancient stone stairway to the mountaintop where Buddhism was first introduced to Sri Lanka in 247 BC.

Ruwanwelisaya Stupa
Religious

Ruwanwelisaya Stupa

Anuradhapura1.5h

Circumambulate the great white dagoba — a sacred monument standing 103 m tall and dating back to 140 BC.

Sri Maha Bodhi Sacred Tree
Religious

Sri Maha Bodhi Sacred Tree

Anuradhapura1hTicket $5

Visit the world's oldest recorded tree — a cutting from the original Bodhi Tree under which the Buddha gained enlightenment.

Things to Do in Hikkaduwa

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Coral Reef Snorkeling
Adventure

Coral Reef Snorkeling

Hikkaduwa2hTicket $15

Snorkel over Hikkaduwa's famous living coral sanctuary — home to turtles, reef fish, and fan corals.

Glass-Bottom Boat Coral Tour
Nature

Glass-Bottom Boat Coral Tour

Hikkaduwa1hTicket $10

View the coral gardens and tropical fish without getting wet from a glass-bottom boat.

Sea Turtle Hatchery Visit
Nature

Sea Turtle Hatchery Visit

Hikkaduwa1hTicket $5

Learn about Sri Lanka's sea turtle conservation efforts and see hatchlings being released into the ocean.

Surfing Lesson
Adventure

Surfing Lesson

Hikkaduwa2hTicket $25

Take a beginner or intermediate surf lesson on Hikkaduwa's consistent beach break — the top surf destination on the west coast.

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