Located on the golden shores of Ahungalla, RIU Sri Lanka has become one of the island's most popular all-inclusive beachfront resorts.
With unlimited dining, refreshing beverages, entertainment programs, multiple swimming pools, and direct beach access, many guests are happy to spend their entire holiday within the resort.
However, one of RIU Sri Lanka's biggest advantages is its location. Situated along Sri Lanka's southwest coast, the resort provides easy access to some of the country's most famous cultural attractions, wildlife parks, scenic landscapes, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
The best part? You can experience these incredible destinations during the day and return to the comfort of your all-inclusive resort each evening.
With unlimited dining, refreshing beverages, entertainment programs, multiple swimming pools, and direct beach access, many guests are happy to spend their entire holiday within the resort.
However, one of RIU Sri Lanka's biggest advantages is its location. Situated along Sri Lanka's southwest coast, the resort provides easy access to some of the country's most famous cultural attractions, wildlife parks, scenic landscapes, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
The best part? You can experience these incredible destinations during the day and return to the comfort of your all-inclusive resort each evening.
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Why RIU Sri Lanka Is More Than Just a Beach Resort
Many travelers choose RIU because it combines the convenience of an all-inclusive holiday with the opportunity to explore Sri Lanka beyond the beach.
From ancient cities and wildlife safaris to tea plantations and colonial towns, a variety of exciting day tours can be arranged directly from the resort.
Whether you're visiting as a couple, family, honeymooner, or group of friends, there is something for everyone.
From ancient cities and wildlife safaris to tea plantations and colonial towns, a variety of exciting day tours can be arranged directly from the resort.
Whether you're visiting as a couple, family, honeymooner, or group of friends, there is something for everyone.
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Galle & Bentota Day Tour
One of the most popular excursions from RIU Sri Lanka is a visit to Sri Lanka's historic south coast.
This relaxed day tour combines colonial heritage, coastal scenery, and local experiences.
Highlights
• UNESCO-listed Galle Fort • Dutch colonial architecture • Galle Lighthouse • Boutique shops and cafés • Bentota River Safari • Turtle Conservation Project • Local handicraft shopping
Best For • Couples • Families • First-time visitors • Culture lovers
Duration Approximately 6–8 hours. This tour is ideal for travelers looking for a balance of sightseeing and relaxation.
This relaxed day tour combines colonial heritage, coastal scenery, and local experiences.
Highlights
• UNESCO-listed Galle Fort • Dutch colonial architecture • Galle Lighthouse • Boutique shops and cafés • Bentota River Safari • Turtle Conservation Project • Local handicraft shopping
Best For • Couples • Families • First-time visitors • Culture lovers
Duration Approximately 6–8 hours. This tour is ideal for travelers looking for a balance of sightseeing and relaxation.
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Udawalawe National Park Safari
If seeing elephants is on your Sri Lanka bucket list, Udawalawe National Park should not be missed.
Home to hundreds of wild elephants, the park is widely regarded as one of the best wildlife destinations in Asia for elephant sightings.
Highlights
• Wild elephant encounters • Elephant Transit Home • Water buffalo • Deer and crocodiles • Beautiful countryside landscapes Why Guests Love Udawalawe Unlike many wildlife destinations, elephant sightings are extremely common throughout the year.
This makes Udawalawe one of the most rewarding safari experiences for families and nature lovers.
Best For • Families • Wildlife enthusiasts • Photographers • First-time safari travelers
Home to hundreds of wild elephants, the park is widely regarded as one of the best wildlife destinations in Asia for elephant sightings.
Highlights
• Wild elephant encounters • Elephant Transit Home • Water buffalo • Deer and crocodiles • Beautiful countryside landscapes Why Guests Love Udawalawe Unlike many wildlife destinations, elephant sightings are extremely common throughout the year.
This makes Udawalawe one of the most rewarding safari experiences for families and nature lovers.
Best For • Families • Wildlife enthusiasts • Photographers • First-time safari travelers
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Yala National Park Safari
For travelers seeking Sri Lanka's most famous wildlife experience, Yala National Park offers an unforgettable adventure.
Known for having one of the highest leopard densities in the world, Yala is Sri Lanka's premier safari destination.
Highlights • Leopard tracking • Asian elephants • Sloth bears • Crocodiles • Peacocks and exotic birdlife • Stunning natural landscapes
Best For
• Wildlife lovers • Nature photographers • Adventure seekers
Important An early morning departure is recommended to maximize safari opportunities.
Known for having one of the highest leopard densities in the world, Yala is Sri Lanka's premier safari destination.
Highlights • Leopard tracking • Asian elephants • Sloth bears • Crocodiles • Peacocks and exotic birdlife • Stunning natural landscapes
Best For
• Wildlife lovers • Nature photographers • Adventure seekers
Important An early morning departure is recommended to maximize safari opportunities.
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Kandy Day Tour
Sri Lanka's last royal capital remains one of the country's most important cultural destinations.
A private day tour to Kandy offers the perfect introduction to Sri Lanka's history, religion, and traditions.
Highlights
• Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic • Kandy Lake • Royal Botanical Gardens • Tea Factory & Tea Plantation • Scenic mountain roads • Local handicraft centres
Optional Experiences
• Ramboda Falls • Gem Museum • Traditional Kandyan Dance Performance
Best For • Culture enthusiasts • History lovers • First-time visitors
A private day tour to Kandy offers the perfect introduction to Sri Lanka's history, religion, and traditions.
Highlights
• Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic • Kandy Lake • Royal Botanical Gardens • Tea Factory & Tea Plantation • Scenic mountain roads • Local handicraft centres
Optional Experiences
• Ramboda Falls • Gem Museum • Traditional Kandyan Dance Performance
Best For • Culture enthusiasts • History lovers • First-time visitors
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Ella Day Tour – Sri Lanka's Most Scenic Mountain Escape
Ella is one of the island's most photographed destinations and a favorite among international travelers.
Although it is one of the longer excursions from RIU Sri Lanka, the spectacular scenery makes the journey worthwhile.
Highlights
• Nine Arch Bridge • Ravana Falls • Tea plantations • Mountain viewpoints • Little Adam's Peak • Stunning hill country landscapes
Best For
• Nature lovers • Photographers • Adventure travelers
Early Departure Recommended To fully enjoy Ella's highlights, we recommend departing early in the morning.
Although it is one of the longer excursions from RIU Sri Lanka, the spectacular scenery makes the journey worthwhile.
Highlights
• Nine Arch Bridge • Ravana Falls • Tea plantations • Mountain viewpoints • Little Adam's Peak • Stunning hill country landscapes
Best For
• Nature lovers • Photographers • Adventure travelers
Early Departure Recommended To fully enjoy Ella's highlights, we recommend departing early in the morning.
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Whale Watching Excursion
During the season, guests can also enjoy one of Sri Lanka's most exciting marine experiences.
Mirissa is internationally known as one of the best places in the Indian Ocean to spot blue whales and dolphins.
Highlights
• Blue whale sightings • Dolphins • Beautiful south coast scenery • Ocean adventure experience
Best Time November to April.
Mirissa is internationally known as one of the best places in the Indian Ocean to spot blue whales and dolphins.
Highlights
• Blue whale sightings • Dolphins • Beautiful south coast scenery • Ocean adventure experience
Best Time November to April.
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Why Guests Love Staying at RIU Sri Lanka
All-Inclusive Convenience
Enjoy unlimited:
• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner • Snacks and beverages • Entertainment programs • Swimming pools • Beachfront relaxation
Everything is included, allowing guests to focus entirely on enjoying their holiday.
Enjoy unlimited:
• Breakfast, lunch, and dinner • Snacks and beverages • Entertainment programs • Swimming pools • Beachfront relaxation
Everything is included, allowing guests to focus entirely on enjoying their holiday.
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The Perfect Base for Exploring Sri Lanka
All-Inclusive Convenience
Enjoy unlimited: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner Snacks and beverages Entertainment programs Swimming pools Beachfront relaxation
Everything is included, allowing guests to focus entirely on enjoying their holiday.
The Perfect Base for Exploring Sri Lanka
From RIU Sri Lanka, guests can easily access: Galle Fort Bentota Kandy Udawalawe National Park Yala National Park Ella Mirissa Southern beaches
This means you can enjoy both relaxation and adventure without changing hotels.
Family-Friendly Facilities RIU is particularly popular with families thanks to its: Multiple swimming pools Entertainment programs Children's activities Spacious beachfront setting Variety of dining options
Suggested 7-Night RIU Sri Lanka Holiday Day 1 Arrival and resort relaxation Day 2 Galle & Bentota Day Tour Day 3 Pool and beach day Day 4 Udawalawe Safari Adventure Day 5 Resort leisure day Day 6 Kandy Cultural Day Tour Day 7 Relaxation, beach time, and sunset cocktails
For more adventurous travelers, Ella or Yala can easily replace one of the leisure days.
Enjoy unlimited: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner Snacks and beverages Entertainment programs Swimming pools Beachfront relaxation
Everything is included, allowing guests to focus entirely on enjoying their holiday.
The Perfect Base for Exploring Sri Lanka
From RIU Sri Lanka, guests can easily access: Galle Fort Bentota Kandy Udawalawe National Park Yala National Park Ella Mirissa Southern beaches
This means you can enjoy both relaxation and adventure without changing hotels.
Family-Friendly Facilities RIU is particularly popular with families thanks to its: Multiple swimming pools Entertainment programs Children's activities Spacious beachfront setting Variety of dining options
Suggested 7-Night RIU Sri Lanka Holiday Day 1 Arrival and resort relaxation Day 2 Galle & Bentota Day Tour Day 3 Pool and beach day Day 4 Udawalawe Safari Adventure Day 5 Resort leisure day Day 6 Kandy Cultural Day Tour Day 7 Relaxation, beach time, and sunset cocktails
For more adventurous travelers, Ella or Yala can easily replace one of the leisure days.
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Final Thoughts
RIU Sri Lanka offers the perfect balance between all-inclusive comfort and authentic Sri Lankan experiences.
While the resort itself provides everything needed for a relaxing tropical holiday, its strategic location allows guests to explore some of Sri Lanka's most famous attractions without changing accommodation.
From wildlife safaris and ancient temples to scenic mountains and colonial coastal towns, every day can bring a new adventure before returning to the comfort of your beachfront resort.
At Apple Vacations Sri Lanka, we provide private and small-group excursions from RIU Sri Lanka, helping guests discover the very best of the island while enjoying the convenience of an all-inclusive holiday.
While the resort itself provides everything needed for a relaxing tropical holiday, its strategic location allows guests to explore some of Sri Lanka's most famous attractions without changing accommodation.
From wildlife safaris and ancient temples to scenic mountains and colonial coastal towns, every day can bring a new adventure before returning to the comfort of your beachfront resort.
At Apple Vacations Sri Lanka, we provide private and small-group excursions from RIU Sri Lanka, helping guests discover the very best of the island while enjoying the convenience of an all-inclusive holiday.
