Trips and Tours
enjoy plenty of activities in Kalpitiya during your stay in Dune Towers
Activities in Kalpitiya
Kalpitiya is unique region of Sri Lanka to enjoy various activities througout the year. Dry season here is nearly 10 months from December to September.
Dune Towers resort is different from many Kalpitiya hotels and offers you perfect base to relax, enjoy the nature or sport in the area. We are located in the middle of coconut estates and vegetable gardens and at the beach of Indian Ocean with unique high sand dune. You can sit on terrace, roam within plenty of tropical fruit trees, relax in Ambalama, watch sunsets from top of the sand dune or enjoy relaxing massage in your room or anywhere within the property. Sunbathing is possible within garden, on the beach or in half shade under a tree.
We have prepared various tours and trips in Kalpitiya for you to enjoy every day. One of the most popular activities in Kalpitiya is dolphin watching excursions. If you consider how you can enjoy longer stay, our article What to do in Dune Towers in 7 days.
For Dune Towers guest we arrange full service of all kalpitiya tours tickets & excursions available.
Unesco world heritage site
Half out of 8 unesco world heritage site of Sri Lanka, you easily reach from here on a day trip (same day return to hotel):
while the rests can be reached on our long term trips. If you wish we take you to Kandy, Peak wilderness (Adam`s peak), Horton plains, Sinharaja or Galle.
We are ready to arrange a fully customized Sri Lanka holiday for you. If you book a room at Dune Towers, our manager will arrange anything you need to make your stay memorable.
Tours and Trips in Kalpitiya
You can decide during your stay or book you activities in Kalpitiya in advance with free cancellation until one day before.
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troughout the year
Table tennis
equipment available
FREE
Explore Kalpitiya anytime
Bicycle Rides
Mountain bikes rental
DOLPHIN&WHALE WATCHING
from our beach, optionally with snorkelling
$95/couple
Reserve
daily within Dune Towers garden
Pool with slide
swim-up bar, waterfall, water bed
FREE for our guests
December to April
Kalpitiya SCUBA DIVING
boat and equipment included
RELAXING MASSAGE
single massage or multi-day plan
$17/1 hour
December to September
Mangrove Boat Tour
half-day trip with experienced guide
Sunset watching
from Sand Dune or our rooftop terrace
Whale Watching
Whale Watching Kalpitiya is hidden gem of Sri Lanka whale watching Sri Lanka Whale Watching In Kalpitiya you can watch more than 10 species of whales like Orca, Blue Whale, Pilot Whale,… Whale watching boat trip We organize Kalpitiya whale watchin boat tour for our guests occassionally. We usually start around 7.30 am directly from our beach 5 minutes walk from Dune Towers. We arrange the wildlife ticket for every passenger at cost of 8,80 USD (according to current government rate). The same ticket is need for the scuba diving trips in Kalpitiya or Dolphin watching which can be combined. …
from 150 USD/group
troughout the year
Yoga or wellness retreat
Yoga in Sri Lanka join our yoga Sri Lanka retreats or just a lesson Yoga retreat in Sri Lanka Throughout the year we organize several yoga retreats on the beach location. Our yoga organizer Michael is bringing various yoga teachers or he is teaching himself too. You can see the currently planned retreats here. Bring your own yoga students If you are yoga teacher or retreat organizer, we will fully support you with rooms, meals according to your prefference, airport pick-ups and other activities like dolphin watching or mangrove tours, Wilpattu safari jeep tours or many other activities available in…
many options
December to September
WILPATTU JEEP SAFARI
incl. accommodation near gate
St. Anne Shrine Thalawila
walk to the largest church
Kalpitiya Jeep Safari
with our jeep and guide
Anuradhapura and Mihintale
Combined daytrip
Alankuda Lakes
chose: walk.bike, jeep. guide.
FREE or more
troughout the year
Sigirya rock
daytrip from Dune Towers
Sand Dune Night Walk
walking guided tour starts after dinner
DAMBULA
UNESCO world heritage site
Bird Watching
more than 200 species within our garden or around
Ancient city of Polonnaruwa
daytrip to UNESCO site
ask the reception
troughout the year
High Sand Dune
guide on request
Beach and Indian Ocean
swim, sunbath, walk, watch sunset.
KITESURFING
May to September (20-30kts) or December to March (15-20kts)
$340 for 9 lessons per person
daily within Dune Towers garden
Beach Volleyball
Beach volleyball play for free within our garden Beach volleyball at Dune Towers Are you looking for a fun and free way to stay active during your stay at Dune Towers Resort in Alankuda, Sri Lanka? Look no further than beach volleyball! With the stunning backdrop of the Indian Ocean and the white sand beach, beach volleyball is the perfect way to spend your vacation days. Would you like to stay with us? Book your room here Here are some tips for enjoying beach volleyball at no cost during your stay at Dune Towers Resort: Gather your team: Beach volleyball…
Turtle watching
local beach
donation appreciated 🙂
Would you like to stay with us?
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troughout the year
FREE
- 5.0
Table tennis
Table tennis play for free during your stay Table tennis in tropical garden Are you looking for a fun and free activity to enjoy during your stay at Dune Towers Resort in Alankuda, Sri Lanka? Look no further than table tennis! With the equipment available anytime for free within the tropical garden of the resort, table tennis is the perfect way to spend your vacation days. Would you like to stay with us? Book your room here Here are some tips for enjoying table tennis at no cost during your stay at Dune Towers Resort: Gather your equipment: The table…
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Explore Kalpitiya anytime
$10
/day
Bicycle Rides
Bicycle rental with rented bicycle Kalpitiya start your adventure journey Bicycle rides Are you an adventure seeker looking to explore the beautiful surroundings of Dune Towers Resort in Alankuda, Sri Lanka? Look no further than mountain bike rentals! With a wide range of trails and paths available in the area, mountain biking is the perfect way to explore the stunning scenery of Kalpitiya peninsula. Would you like to stay with us? Book your room here Here are some reasons why you should rent a mountain bike during your stay at Dune Towers Resort: Explore the surroundings: With a mountain bike,…
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October to April
$95
/couple
DOLPHIN&WHALE WATCHING
Dolphin Watching Kalpitiya dolphin watching is the best in Sri Lanka see more details Dolphin watching Kalpitiya dolphin watching is one of the best location in Sri Lanka. The boats leave from various locations but the dolphins actually live in Alankuda area around 3km from the shore. Kalpitiya is home to more than 1.000 dolphins which makes it much better location than Mirissa dolphin watching. On top of that Alankuda offers widest species variety of whales in Sri Lanka. Daily dolphin watching boat trip We organize dolphin watching boat tour daily for our guests. We use small private boat and…
Reserve
daily within Dune Towers garden
FREE for our guests
Pool with slide
Pool with slide Unique Swimming pool Our pool is designed for all our guest. Slide for the young ones, swim-up bar who prefer to watch them, relaxing water bed, rock waterfall for instagram lovers, water voleyball for sport enthusiast. Would you like to stay with us? Book your room here Discover the New Swimming Pool at Dune Towers Resort! At Dune Towers Resort, we’re thrilled to announce the opening of our new swimming pool, designed to provide a fun and relaxing space for all our guests. Whether you’re looking for a place to unwind, enjoy family time, or have some…
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December to April
$85
/2 dives
Kalpitiya SCUBA DIVING
Scuba diving Sri Lanka Dune Towers is organizing the best scuba diving trips in Kalpitiya. You can dive in nearly 30 dive sites around Dune Towers and whole Kalpitiya peninsula. We organize single trip or complete scuba diving holidays for you. Check out our room and book your dream vacation in Sri Lanka. Scuba diving Sri Lanka price list 1 boat dives in same day $65/diver full equipment dive planning session boat transport 1 boat dive snack experienced divemaster 2 boat dives in the same day $85/diver full equipment dive planning session boat transport 2 boat dives (different sites) snack…
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daily available
$17
/1 hour
RELAXING MASSAGE
Relaxing massage Dune Towers Resort is a stunning destination in Sri Lanka that offers guests a unique experience of relaxation, rejuvenation, and indulgence. Alongside the beautiful setting and luxurious amenities, guests can also enjoy a range of relaxing massage services designed to enhance their stay. Would you like to stay with us? Book your room here At Dune Towers, guests can choose from a variety of massages tailored to meet their individual needs. Whether you prefer a gentle, soothing massage or a more invigorating treatment, the resort’s skilled massage therapists are ready to provide a bespoke experience that is tailored…
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December to September
$115
/group
- 5.0
Mangrove Boat Tour
Mangrove boat tour Mangrove Kalpitiya is home to various water birds, a baobab and mini islands Mangroves Kalpitiya peninsula is natural hotspot. In the Puttalam lagoon you will see huge mangrove forests, water birds, mini islands. Would you like to stay with us? Book your room here Guided boat tour Our guided boat will roam with you through the net of water way withing mangroves. Pic-nic on a mini island Enjoy pic-nic on Kalpitiya mini islands just a few centimeters above water level. You can walk in the shallow water of Puttalam lagoon. Have you decided? Have look at rooms…
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daily available
FREE
- 5.0
Sunset watching
Sunset watch one of the best Sri Lanka sunset from our rooftop or sand dune or beach Sunset watching – enjoy this magic moment Are you looking for the perfect way to end your day during your stay at Dune Towers Resort in Alankuda, Sri Lanka? Look no further than watching the sunset into the Indian Ocean! With a variety of vantage points available, you can experience the stunning beauty of the sunset in a variety of ways. For any option be ready after 6pm and don`t forget that it will get full dark shortly. Would you like to stay…
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seasonal
from 150 USD
/group
- Alankuda sunset beach
Whale Watching
Whale Watching Kalpitiya is hidden gem of Sri Lanka whale watching Sri Lanka Whale Watching In Kalpitiya you can watch more than 10 species of whales like Orca, Blue Whale, Pilot Whale,… Whale watching boat trip We organize Kalpitiya whale watchin boat tour for our guests occassionally. We usually start around 7.30 am directly from our beach 5 minutes walk from Dune Towers. We arrange the wildlife ticket for every passenger at cost of 8,80 USD (according to current government rate). The same ticket is need for the scuba diving trips in Kalpitiya or Dolphin watching which can be combined. …
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troughout the year
many options
Yoga or wellness retreat
Yoga in Sri Lanka join our yoga Sri Lanka retreats or just a lesson Yoga retreat in Sri Lanka Throughout the year we organize several yoga retreats on the beach location. Our yoga organizer Michael is bringing various yoga teachers or he is teaching himself too. You can see the currently planned retreats here. Bring your own yoga students If you are yoga teacher or retreat organizer, we will fully support you with rooms, meals according to your prefference, airport pick-ups and other activities like dolphin watching or mangrove tours, Wilpattu safari jeep tours or many other activities available in…
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December to September
from
$230
/2 persons
WILPATTU JEEP SAFARI
Wilpattu Safari Enjoy wilpattu safari with more animals and less crowds What you see on safari trip On Safari in Wilpattu National Park you can see all the famous animals: elephant, leopard, sloth bear, monkeys, crocodile, peacock, spotted dear, sambar, wild boar, tortoise, Would you like to stay with us? Book your room here Wilpattu trip organisation We organize Wilpattu safari trips from Dune Towers based on your preference. You can choose from following options: Sleeping near park gate We take you from Dune Towers to the house of our guide near the park entrance gate. You will be served…
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celoročně
FREE
St. Anne Shrine Thalawila
St. Anne’s shrine St. Anne’s shrine Walking along a beautiful beach can be a truly rewarding experience, especially when it leads you to a sacred destination like the St. Anne Shrine in Thallawila. This charming coastal town in Sri Lanka is known for its breathtaking views of the Indian Ocean and its vibrant culture, making it the perfect place for a spiritual journey. Previous Next Would you like to stay with us? Book your room here Walk north from Dune Towers Starting out on your walking trip, you’ll find yourself surrounded by the sound of crashing waves and the salty…
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December to September
$60
/group
Kalpitiya Jeep Safari
Kalpitiya jeep tour Kalpitiya jeep safari from Dune Towers is memorable experience Kalpitiya jeep safari If you’re looking for an adventure off the beaten path in Sri Lanka, a jeep tour across the Kalpitiya peninsula organized by Dune Towers Resort is the perfect way to explore this beautiful and remote part of the island. You will most of Kalpitiya attractions and places of interest: Kalpitiya town (big buddha statue, Fort, Dutch church) St. Anne church (largest catholic church in Sri Lanka) Salt plantations Shrimp farms Buddhist temple Hindu temple Mosque Norochcholai Traditional farming Fishing village Lagoons and lakes with mangroves…
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troughout the year
Anuradhapura and Mihintale
Anuradhapura and Mihintale ancient cities of Anuradhapura and Mihintale are easy to visit within one trip from Dune Towers Anuradhapura and Mihintale If you’re planning a holiday in Sri Lanka, be sure to visit the ancient cities of Anuradhapura and Mihintale. These two cities offer incredible cultural and historical experiences that should not be missed on any Sri Lanka itinerary. Would you like to stay with us? Book your room here And there’s no better way to explore this amazing place than by staying at the Dune Towers resort. Located just a short drive from Anuradhapura and Mihintale, Dune Towers…
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12 month a year
FREE or more
Alankuda Lakes
Alankuda lakes mangroves, water birds, fishing village Alankuda lakes If you’re looking for an off-the-beaten-path adventure in Sri Lanka, a jeep tour through the Alankuda lakes in Kalpitiya organized by Dune Towers Resort is an experience you won’t want to miss. Located on the west coast of Sri Lanka, Kalpitiya is a stunning and remote destination that’s still relatively untouched by tourism. And within Kalpitiya lies the beautiful Alankuda lakes, a series of shallow lagoons that are home to a diverse array of wildlife and offer a glimpse into traditional Sri Lankan life. Would you like to stay with us?…
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troughout the year
Sigirya rock
Sigiriya Sigiriya A day trip from Dune Towers resort to Sigiriya is a must-do activity for those who want to experience Sri Lanka Top attraction during their Sri Lankan vacation. Exploring the beauty of this ancient fortress and its surrounding landscapes is a fantastic way to make your trip to Sri Lanka memorable. Furthermore, since Sigiriya is located in the central part of Sri Lanka, it also offers an excellent opportunity to explore places that are located along the way of this day trip. Would you like to stay with us? Book your room here Sigiriya trip How to get…
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nearly daily available
$10
/group
- 5.0
Sand Dune Night Walk
Sand Dune Night Walks guided walking sand dune tour Night dune If you’re looking for a unique and unforgettable experience in Sri Lanka, a walking night tour through the Alankuda sand dunes in Kalpitiya organized by Dune Towers Resort is an adventure you won’t want to miss. As you walk through the sand dunes, you’ll be amazed by the sights and sounds of nature that surround you. The darkness allows you to see the stars in all their glory, and the silence is broken only by the rustling of the sand and the calls of the nocturnal animals that call…
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troughout the year
upon request
DAMBULA
Kalpitiya Dolphin watchingHigh Sand Dunes Sri LankaJacuzzi Kalpitiya whirlpool Dambulla Dambulla Dambulla is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Sri Lanka, and it’s only a short distance from the Dune Towers resort. If you’re staying at Dune Towers and looking for a great day trip, Dambulla is definitely worth considering. Would you like to stay with us? Book your room here Dambulla is home to the famous Dambulla Cave Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most impressive temple complexes in Sri Lanka. The temple is located on a rock that rises 160 meters above…
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daily available
FREE
- 5.0
Bird Watching
Birdwatching relax while roaming in our garden full of peacocks, minas, woodpeckers. Kalptiyia is Sri Lanka birdwatching hotspot. Birdwatching in Dune Towers If you’re a bird lover or simply looking for a peaceful and relaxing way to spend your time at Dune Towers Resort in Sri Lanka, our garden birdwatching experience is an ideal choice. Nestled within our resort’s lush tropical gardens are a variety of native Sri Lankan birds, including kingfishers, parakeets, and sunbirds. And with the help of our experienced birdwatching guide, you can explore the gardens and observe these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat. Would you…
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throughout the year
ask the reception
Ancient city of Polonnaruwa
Ancient Polonnaruwa UNESCO World heritage site Polonnaruwa Ancient city of Polonnaruwa is famous UNESCO heritage site. It is the second capital city of Sri Lanka (after Anuradhapura) Would you like to stay with us? Book your room here Discover the Ancient City of Polonnaruwa – A Timeless Journey from Dune Towers Resort Sri Lanka is a land rich in culture, history, and natural beauty, and few places embody this blend more than the ancient city of Polonnaruwa. Just a few hours away from Dune Towers Resort in Kalpitiya, this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers visitors the chance to step…
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troughout the year
FREE
- 5.0
High Sand Dune
Sand Dune Sand dunes in Sri Lanka. Walk it. Run it. Watch sunset from it or reach the beach. Sand dunes One of the best ways to explore the sand dunes is on foot. Walking along the ridges and valleys of the dunes, you’ll be rewarded with spectacular views of the surrounding landscape and the ocean beyond. As you climb to the top of the dunes, you’ll feel the thrill of adventure and the sense of accomplishment as you take in the stunning vistas below. For those looking for a more adrenaline-fueled adventure, sandboarding is an exciting activity that’s available…
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12 month a year
FREE
Beach and Indian Ocean
Kalpitiya beach find the best one for you and your dreams Kalpitiya Beach The unique shape of Kalpitiya peninsula allows plenty of beach areas which is very easy to reach. Even though there is plenty of unique experiences which we can offer to you, we understand that our beach is TOP ATTRACTION why most of you comes here. The peninsula is around 3km wide but more than 50km long which makes it perfect beach location. As you can see on the map, there is not many location far from the beach. Later in this article we will describe what to…
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lagoon or ocean
$340
for 9 lessons per person
KITESURFING
Kitersurfing kitesurfing lessons Sri Lanka in shallow lagoon or riding on ocean waves Kalpitiya is world TOP location Welcome to Dune Towers Resort, your ultimate destination for kitesurfing in Kalpitiya, Sri Lanka. As one of the most sought-after kitesurfing spots in the world, Kalpitiya is the perfect location for those seeking an unforgettable kitesurfing adventure in Sri Lanka. At Dune Towers, we offer world-class kitesurfing packages, lessons, and gear rental for all levels of kitesurfers. Our experienced and certified instructors will teach you everything you need to know to become a pro in kitesurfing, from kite control to wave riding…
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daily within Dune Towers garden
FREE
- 5.0
Beach Volleyball
Beach volleyball play for free within our garden Beach volleyball at Dune Towers Are you looking for a fun and free way to stay active during your stay at Dune Towers Resort in Alankuda, Sri Lanka? Look no further than beach volleyball! With the stunning backdrop of the Indian Ocean and the white sand beach, beach volleyball is the perfect way to spend your vacation days. Would you like to stay with us? Book your room here Here are some tips for enjoying beach volleyball at no cost during your stay at Dune Towers Resort: Gather your team: Beach volleyball…
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January to March
donation appreciated 🙂
Turtle watching
Turtle watching In Alankuda you can watch laying eggs and responsible hatching in one Are you ready for a once-in-a-lifetime experience? Sea turtle watching as they lay their eggs or hatch on the beach is an unforgettable experience that you can enjoy during your stay at Dune Towers Resort in Alankuda, Sri Lanka. Alankuda is a popular nesting site for sea turtles, and it is a privilege to witness these gentle creatures emerge from the sea to lay their eggs. Between November and April, you can witness the nesting season of the Green Turtle and Olive Ridley turtle. Would you…
DO YOU NEED MORE INFORMATION ABOUT TOURS AND TRIPS IN KALPITIYA
We are happy to discuss and explain all options and details of activities in Kalpitiya around Dune Towers. Use the messenger in lower rigth corner or other method which fits you best.
If you stay with us, we wil organize all tours and trips accoding to your expectation and current weather.