Getting there

Weligama is about 160 KM from the Capital City Colombo (See map on right).
A relaxed leisurely drive will take you there in 4 hours. Public Transport is readily
available in this major route linking Colombo to the southern towns.

If you leave Colombo around 5.00 AM, a day trip to Weligama for diving is a
possibility.

Flying to Sri Lanka: The only International Airport in Sri Lanka is the Bandaranaike
International Airport situated about 30 KM north of Colombo.

Dive Operators

- Bavarian Divers

The only dive operator in Weligama is Bavarian Divers run by Eddie Rupprecht.
You can count on Eddie to provide you with interesting dive experience and
a great time. The dive center also provide lunch, soft drink and after dives,
a well earned beer for a nominal fee.

For information about other dive centers in Sri Lanka and directions and contact
information, click here.

Accommodation

There are plenty of very comfortable hotels & guest houses in Weligama.
Contact Eddie and he will set you up with a good place.

See the our resources on Accommodation for more choices.

Where to eat

There are many excellent restaurants (some overlooking beautiful beach front) along
the main road facing the beach. The choice is wide from local cuisine,
Chinese to western. Sea food is widely available.

Transport within Weligama

Public transport is cheap and readily available since everything is by the main road
linking Colombo and the south. You could also use the omnipresent Three Wheelers
(Tuk-Tuks). Always agree on the price before you get in. Prices vary and it is best you
get advice from your Dive Center or Hotel about prices before you hail one. The hotel
you stay at will also be happy to organize transport.