Travel from Polonnaruwa to Unawatuna with a private chauffeur from SL RIDE. A well-preserved ancient royal capital with impressive ruins, sculpted rock faces, and sacred dagobas. 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
322 km
Estimated Travel Time
~8h 3m
Vehicle Options
Car, Van, Bus

Explore the sprawling ancient ruins at your own pace by bicycle — the best way to cover the site.

A short jungle trail leads to a serene white Buddhist stupa on a hilltop with sweeping views of the coastline.

Marvel at four magnificent Buddha figures carved directly into a single granite face — a masterpiece of ancient art.

Witness the famous "Gathering" — hundreds of wild Asian elephants congregating around Minneriya Tank.

A guided tour of the UNESCO-listed medieval capital — palaces, stupas, and sacred ponds spanning 1,000 years of history.

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.