Sight
Taprobane Island (Weligama)
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Taprobane Island is a small private island just 200 meters off Weligama's shore, crowned by a distinctive white villa built in the 1930s. At low tide, a sandbar emerges, allowing visitors to walk out to the island. The villa is privately owned and not open to the public, but the island's scenic beauty and the walk itself are the main draws. The turquoise waters and palm-fringed setting make it a favorite subject for photographers. It's a quick, memorable side trip from Weligama beach.
Don't miss
- Walk the exposed sandbar at low tide to reach the island
- Photograph the iconic white villa against the blue ocean
- Snorkel in the clear waters around the island
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Taprobane Island (Weligama)
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inPigeon Island Snorkeling – Swim with Sharks & Turtles4.1★ · 14 travelers~3 hoursFree cancellationFrom$18 per personSee dates →
Most bookedMnemba Island snorkeling and Swimming with Dolphin4.7★ · 596 travelers~4 hoursFree cancellationFrom$58 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Transfer from Mirissa, Weligama to Ella Udawalawa Safari5★ · 44 travelers~7 hoursFree cancellationFrom$75 per personSee dates →Getting there
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