Travel from Anuradhapura to Unawatuna 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. A sheltered bay with calm turquoise waters, vibrant coral reefs, and a relaxed beach-village atmosphere. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive across Sri Lanka.
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Distance
358 km
Estimated Travel Time
~8h 57m
Vehicle Options
Car, Van, Bus
A comprehensive guided tour of the sacred city's UNESCO-listed stupas, palaces, and ancient water tanks.
A short jungle trail leads to a serene white Buddhist stupa on a hilltop with sweeping views of the coastline.
Climb the ancient stone stairway to the mountaintop where Buddhism was first introduced to Sri Lanka in 247 BC.
Circumambulate the great white dagoba — a sacred monument standing 103 m tall and dating back to 140 BC.
Visit the world's oldest recorded tree — a cutting from the original Bodhi Tree under which the Buddha gained enlightenment.
Trek through the Rumassala nature reserve — said to be the spot where Hanuman dropped a piece of the Himalayan mountain range.
Swim in the sheltered turquoise bay and snorkel over vibrant coral gardens just metres from shore.