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Whale watching Mirissa with Geeth

Whale watching Mirissa with Geeth

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4.8/528 Reviews
"Boat tour"
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4.7/59 Reviews
"Surfing"
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4.8/545 Reviews
"Beaches and shores"
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Stilt Fisherman

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Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Matara, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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W15 Weligama

W15 Weligama

4.3/551 Reviews
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What to Eat

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Cuture Resort Sea Food Kitchen

Cuture Resort Sea Food Kitchen

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Avg. GBP48/person
"Asian Cuisine"
The Shack

The Shack

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Avg. GBP6/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Little Red House Chinese Food

Little Red House Chinese Food

4.4/55 Reviews
Avg. GBP5/person
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Big Fish Restaurant

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Avg. GBP16/person
"Western-style"
The Doctor's House

The Doctor's House

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Avg. GBP7/person
"Western-style"
Dewmini Roti Shop

Dewmini Roti Shop

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Avg. GBP2/person
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Dhana's Curry Pot

Dhana's Curry Pot

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Avg. GBP8/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Our World Wi Fi Cafe

Our World Wi Fi Cafe

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Avg. GBP6/person
"Coffee Shops"
The Original Rocket Burger

The Original Rocket Burger

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"Western-style"
Seethagalla Bay Resort & Restaurant

Seethagalla Bay Resort & Restaurant

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"Seafood"
Cutty Sark

Cutty Sark

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Avg. GBP9/person
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The Brizo Weligama

The Brizo Weligama

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