Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Matara February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Matara Travel Guide](https://expedia.ca/Matara.dx6326702)[Hotels in Matara](https://expedia.ca/Matara-Hotels.d6326702.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Matara](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Matara.d6326702.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Matara Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Matara.d6326702.Car-Rental-Guide)[Matara Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Matara.d6326702.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Matara ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Matara Types of activities [Matara travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Matara.dx6326702) ![Sri Lanka beach and palm trees](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6326702/ca152ea9-48ea-4926-98a5-18828bc685c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sri Lanka beach and palm trees](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6326702/ca152ea9-48ea-4926-98a5-18828bc685c9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hundreds of boats in Mirissa fishing port, Sri Lanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6326702/bd3f6b16-0b65-485b-83ee-47adfaa2a327.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Polhena beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6326702/6d545089-30a2-4cfe-82e9-3e3627669aa3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Long stretch of nice beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6326702/a79511de-106b-4e80-b963-4ab297529660.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Matara Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Matara has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Matara is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Matara to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Matara Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Matara. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Matara attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Matara ### Tours & day trips [See all 81 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Yala safari from Galle / Unawatuna / Waligama / MIrissa / Matara](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2441334/c438ff20-8b29-4cf7-84b7-373599595c5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Yala safari from Galle / Unawatuna / Waligama / MIrissa / Matara 12h 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $130 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/matara-city-tours.a2441334.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1155400/ed03cf73-5ae2-4273-b0f8-7ccf5319b972.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen 10h 9/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $150 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/galle-day-trip-with-river-safari-sea-turtle-stilt-fishermen.a1155400.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Mirissa: Snorkelling Experience with Turtles](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47765633/2addaa98-a709-4306-bcf4-56288308bcff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mirissa: Snorkelling Experience with Turtles 1h 9/10 32 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $39 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/mirissa-snorkelling-experience-with-turtles.a47765633.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Paradise Galle Day Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49400025/69941d4f-35a1-4c28-adc5-02c9d6a728f7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Paradise Galle Day Tours 10h Free cancellation available CA $130 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/paradise-galle-day-tours.a49400025.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Exclusive 8 Day Heritage, Nature and Beaches Journey in Sri Lanka](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50951040/8f05f6e6-88f8-457d-9752-184664a96b6f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Exclusive 8 Day Heritage, Nature and Beaches Journey in Sri Lanka 8d Free cancellation available CA $2,734 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/exclusive-8-day-heritage-nature-and-beaches-journey-in-sri-lanka.a50951040.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Yala Safari Private Day Trip with Return Transport -All-inclusive](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/957309/6db8a495-031e-47fb-a98c-800b080628f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Yala Safari Private Day Trip with Return Transport -All-inclusive 13h 9/10 11 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $191 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/yala-safari-private-day-trip-with-return-transport-all-inclusive.a957309.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![2 Day Tour of Udawalawe & Ella with Up Country Scenic Train Ride - All-incl...](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2742837/bac06f41-65f8-40e7-947a-9ff988619449.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 2 Day Tour of Udawalawe & Ella with Up Country Scenic Train Ride - All-incl... 2d Free cancellation available CA $465 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/2-day-tour-of-udawalawe-ella-with-up-country-scenic-train-ride-all-inclusive.a2742837.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Mirissa Fishing GT, Tuna, Sail Fish by Speedboat with Local Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49928146/f434ba6d-cb59-4bcd-87fe-6d02d7f2fd3a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mirissa Fishing GT, Tuna, Sail Fish by Speedboat with Local Guide 3h 30m Free cancellation available CA $684 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-sport-fishing-in-mirissa-with-all-equipment.a49928146.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Galle City Day-Tour from Mirissa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1072363/01a52d71-ad83-43a8-acdf-288641acfb7a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Galle City Day-Tour from Mirissa 8h Free cancellation available CA $107 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/galle-city-day-tour-from-mirissa.a1072363.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Dediyagala Village Tour(from Galle, Mirissa, Ahangama, Matara)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49456168/5fa7eaa8-2332-4f43-b6f3-d4aaed94ccf9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dediyagala Village Tour(from Galle, Mirissa, Ahangama, Matara) 6h Free cancellation available CA $62 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/dediyagala-village-tour.a49456168.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 27 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Surf Lessons in Sri lanka Semi - Private or Group Options](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48898367/46a5d9c6-ac99-4502-9981-abe422602bf0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surf Lessons in Sri lanka Semi - Private or Group Options 1h 30m 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $25 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-surfing-adventure-experience-in-sri-lanka.a48898367.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Snorkelling with Turtles in Mirissa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2720011/a91ad4a3-63c9-4101-ba52-50b87f60415b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Snorkelling with Turtles in Mirissa 1h 10/10 39 Viator reviews Free cancellation available CA $34 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/snorkelling-turtles-in-mirissa.a2720011.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Mirissa: Snorkelling Experience with Turtles](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47765633/2addaa98-a709-4306-bcf4-56288308bcff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mirissa: Snorkelling Experience with Turtles 1h 9/10 32 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available CA $39 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/mirissa-snorkelling-experience-with-turtles.a47765633.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Surfing in Weligama](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2073785/691f2fa8-ec2f-4827-b9f1-b020b971dd0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surfing in Weligama 1h 30m 10/10 1 verified review Free cancellation available CA $34 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/surfing-in-weligama.a2073785.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Whale Watching in Mirissa by Catamaran Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47139894/d6d37386-d35e-4888-83f2-51598882cf42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Whale Watching in Mirissa by Catamaran Cruise 7h CA $260 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/whale-watching-in-mirissa-by-catamaran-cruise.a47139894.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Surfing in Weligama](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48024647/c60cda5d-d98e-4301-8a8e-ad378b4dcbb9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surfing in Weligama 2h Free cancellation available CA $42 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/surfing-in-weligama.a48024647.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Scuba Diving in Mirissa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48277451/2a39f2b8-29d6-4d02-8462-61173ac52fc8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Scuba Diving in Mirissa 3h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available CA $146 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/scuba-diving-in-mirissa.a48277451.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Whales Watching Mirissa Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4053048/60b1c182-899b-428e-8dc2-448b6ce9ec35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Whales Watching Mirissa Day Tour 12h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available CA $520 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/weligama-jungle-beach-galle-and-turtle-project-private-tour-from-colombo.a4053048.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![PRIVATE Surf lesson for Beginners Couple](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3210639/5ef3652a-daa2-423c-a012-f8986c9230d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### PRIVATE Surf lesson for Beginners Couple 1h 15m Free cancellation available CA $41 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-surf-lesson-for-beginners-couple.a3210639.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Surfing Lesson at Weligama Beach for Beginners](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50776162/bd324232-ec66-4e56-b719-6f5c8fcad691.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Surfing Lesson at Weligama Beach for Beginners 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $29 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/surfing-lesson-at-weligama-beach-for-beginners.a50776162.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ### Cruises & boat tours [See all 13 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) ![Whale Watching in Mirissa by Catamaran Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47139894/d6d37386-d35e-4888-83f2-51598882cf42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Whale Watching in Mirissa by Catamaran Cruise 7h CA $260 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/whale-watching-in-mirissa-by-catamaran-cruise.a47139894.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Scuba Diving in Mirissa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48277451/2a39f2b8-29d6-4d02-8462-61173ac52fc8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Scuba Diving in Mirissa 3h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available CA $146 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/scuba-diving-in-mirissa.a48277451.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Whale Watching from Ahangama on Shared Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51967509/5829f300-1d55-4061-89dd-834364ebb3ad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Whale Watching from Ahangama on Shared Boat 4h Free cancellation available CA $208 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/whale-watching-from-ahangama-on-shared-boat.a51967509.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Sail Lanka Charter - Whale Watching Cruise In Mirissa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48272894/2f600fce-c8b2-45f6-8848-f7148bf57772.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sail Lanka Charter - Whale Watching Cruise In Mirissa 7h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available CA $226 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sail-lanka-charter-pvt-ltd.a48272894.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Mirissa: VIP Speed Boat Whale Watching with Kumara & Whales](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51755100/07e13fe2-abd6-4c90-beff-9735b64d95e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mirissa: VIP Speed Boat Whale Watching with Kumara & Whales 3h Free cancellation available CA $806 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/mirissa-vip-speed-boat-whale-watching-with-kumara-whales.a51755100.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Mirissa: Snorkelling with Whales and Marine Life](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48006060/84979d20-c663-4d67-8007-836f32d4bb83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mirissa: Snorkelling with Whales and Marine Life 5h Free cancellation available CA $531 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/mirissa-snorkelling-with-whales-and-marine-life.a48006060.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Ahangama/Weligama/Mirissa: Whales & Dolphins Watching Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51671799/2a92ebf9-344d-4f03-bbf0-44f64f29793e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ahangama/Weligama/Mirissa: Whales & Dolphins Watching Tour 3h Free cancellation available CA $53 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/ahangama-weligama-mirissa-whales-dolphins-watching-tour.a51671799.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Night Snorkelling in Mirissa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48120750/b04264b4-5cb0-4ded-8499-8d5bffa4756d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Night Snorkelling in Mirissa 2h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available CA $83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/night-snorkelling-in-mirissa.a48120750.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Sail Lanka Charter - 01 Night Cruise In Mirissa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51745900/3c21f7d1-a878-41c8-a78b-3f7923c1ea43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sail Lanka Charter - 01 Night Cruise In Mirissa 21h Free cancellation available CA $424 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sail-lanka-charter-01-night-cruise-in-mirissa.a51745900.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Mirissa: Private Deep Sea Fishing Boat Tour with Local Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51720808/f998a2d9-9ec5-404b-87f0-6e7dad963508.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Mirissa: Private Deep Sea Fishing Boat Tour with Local Guide 2h+ Free cancellation available CA $188 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/mirissa-private-deep-sea-fishing-boat-tour-with-local-guide.a51720808.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 6 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Dediyagala Village Tour(from Galle, Mirissa, Ahangama, Matara)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49456168/5fa7eaa8-2332-4f43-b6f3-d4aaed94ccf9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Dediyagala Village Tour(from Galle, Mirissa, Ahangama, Matara) 6h Free cancellation available CA $62 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/dediyagala-village-tour.a49456168.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Customised Down South Tours](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50048228/1e079313-0dc5-4064-a352-ddf1eb5961dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Customised Down South Tours 6h Free cancellation available CA $68 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/down-south-sunset-party-hopping-for-solo-travellers.a50048228.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Coconut Experience with Spice Tour and Village Walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51635366/581ab6c2-b344-411a-9837-552905f761bb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Coconut Experience with Spice Tour and Village Walk 2h 30m Free cancellation available CA $16 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/coconut-experience-with-spice-tour-and-village-walk.a51635366.activity-details?&rid=6326702&location=Matara&swp=off) ![Sail Lanka Charter - Whale Watching Cruise In Mirissa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48272894/2f600fce-c8b2-45f6-8848-f7148bf57772.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sail Lanka Charter - Whale Watching Cruise In Mirissa 7h 10/10 1 GetYourGuide review Free cancellation available CA $226 includes taxes & fees per adult 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[Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6326702) ## Recommended things to do in Matara | Number of things to do | 108 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Coconut Experience with Spice Tour and Village Walk](/things-to-do/coconut-experience-with-spice-tour-and-village-walk.a51635366.activity-details): CA $17 | | Top 5 things to do | [Snorkelling with Turtles in Mirissa](/things-to-do/snorkelling-turtles-in-mirissa.a2720011.activity-details)[Snorkelling with Turtles in Mirissa](/things-to-do/snorkelling-with-turtles-in-mirissa.a3166810.activity-details)[Yala safari from Galle / Unawatuna / Waligama / MIrissa / Matara](/things-to-do/matara-city-tours.a2441334.activity-details)[Mirissa: Snorkelling Experience with Turtles](/things-to-do/mirissa-snorkelling-experience-with-turtles.a47765633.activity-details)[Galle day tour](/things-to-do/galle-day-tour.a2441336.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Snorkelling with Turtles in Mirissa](/things-to-do/snorkelling-turtles-in-mirissa.a2720011.activity-details)[Snorkelling with Turtles in Mirissa](/things-to-do/snorkelling-with-turtles-in-mirissa.a3166810.activity-details)[Mirissa: Snorkelling Experience with Turtles](/things-to-do/mirissa-snorkelling-experience-with-turtles.a47765633.activity-details)[Great Whales Education Programe Dolphins and Whales are in SL](/things-to-do/great-whales-education-programe-dolphins-and-whales-are-in-sl.a49052244.activity-details)[PRIVATE Surf Lesson for Beginners](/things-to-do/private-surf-lesson-for-beginners.a3211266.activity-details) | | With kids | [Snorkelling with Turtles in Mirissa](/things-to-do/snorkelling-turtles-in-mirissa.a2720011.activity-details)[Great Whales Education Programe Dolphins and Whales are in SL](/things-to-do/great-whales-education-programe-dolphins-and-whales-are-in-sl.a49052244.activity-details)[Whale Watching Mirissa with ( WWC )](/things-to-do/whale-watching-mirissa-with-wwc.a46521646.activity-details)[Paradise Galle Day Tours](/things-to-do/paradise-galle-day-tours.a49400025.activity-details)[Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen](/things-to-do/galle-day-trip-with-river-safari-sea-turtle-stilt-fishermen.a1155400.activity-details) | ## What to do in Matara --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Matara #### Our Lady of Matara Shrine You can learn about the history of Matara when you stop by Our Lady of Matara Shrine. 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