Author: Nalin Fernando

Muthurajawela Marsh near Negombo: Sri Lanka’s largest coastal peat bog, home to crocodiles and 100+ bird species. Key facts, wildlife and how it compares with Negombo Lagoon.

Visit Angurukaramulla Temple in Negombo: the dragon’s-mouth entrance, the giant Buddha statue, murals, temple etiquette and tips for your visit.

Explore Negombo’s colonial past: the Dutch Fort gate dated 1678, the Dutch and Hamilton Canals, St. Sebastian’s Church and a self-guided old town walk.

Visit St. Mary’s Church in Negombo, “Little Rome”: its history from 1874 to 1922, the famous painted ceiling, what to wear and tips for visiting.

Is Negombo worth visiting? An honest local guide to what Negombo does well, where it falls short, who will love it and how many days to stay.

A beginner-friendly guide to birdwatching in Negombo Lagoon: herons, egrets, kingfishers, cormorants and more, plus the best time and tips for spotting birds from a boat.

Discover the mangrove forests of Negombo Lagoon: key facts, the wildlife that lives there, why mangroves matter and the best way to see them by boat.

Landing late or flying out early? Why Negombo is the best place for your first or last day in Sri Lanka, with sample plans for arrival and departure days.

Not sure which Negombo boat tour to book? Compare our private Lagoon Tour, Monkey Island Tour and Sunset Tour: price, times, what is included and who each one suits.

A guide to Morawala Beach in Negombo: the sandstone reef, low-tide waterfalls, swimming safety, the best time to visit and how to get there.