weather update december 2025

Travel and Situation Update: Bentota & Malu Banna Watersports Hotel

Dear Friends and Visitors,  

We are delighted to assure you that Bentota and the southern coastal areas of Sri Lanka are operating as normal and it is our high season. The major roads from Colombo and the airport to the south are clear, traffic is flowing smoothly, and travel to Bentota remains easy and enjoyable.  

While some roads in the northern and mountain regions of Sri Lanka are  experiencing disruptions, the southern region is fully accessible. Guests can continue to fully enjoy the sunshine, beaches, and rivers without interruption.  

At Malu Banna Watersports Hotel, our operations have been completely unaffected by the recent flooding. In fact, we have been actively supporting affected communities by sending food parcels to those in need.  

Throughout this period, our guests have continued to enjoy unforgettable experiences on the Bentota River, with warm sunshine, beautiful scenery, and thrilling watersports adventures.  

To see for yourself how vibrant and welcoming Bentota is and has been, we invite you to check, like, and subscribe to our social media channels: @malubannawatersports.  

We look forward to welcoming you soon to the paradise of Down South Sri Lanka.  

Warm regards,  

The Malu Banna Watersports Team 

Update October 2025

Malu Banna Update October 2025

Malu Banna Water Sports Centre and hotel are gearing up for the high season starting in November 2025 with fresh additions across the property designed for family fun, friends getaways and corporate MICE, all in a relaxed riverside setting on the beautiful Bentota River in Sri Lanka.


New water toys including a 4 person flying just over the water experience and the usual jetski and high speedboat thrills and excitement.

  • New inflatable big sofas have arrived from Dubai and are being towed around the river by our high-speed boats, with our professional captains adding safe, high-energy fun for groups and families.
  • Safety briefings and lifejackets are provided for every ride.
  • Booking options for water-sport packages are available directly through our website.

Seafood restaurant menu

  • New menu at the seafood restaurant features daily-caught fish, spicy Sri Lankan prawn specials, grilled lobster plates, and lighter ceviche and salads.
  • Local produce and coastal flavours are emphasised across starters, mains, and sauces.
  • Lunch and dinner seatings can be reserved with room bookings or as standalone dining reservations.

Riverside bar and drinks

  • New riverside bar serves fresh fruit juices, creative mocktails, and a selection of cocktails crafted for sunset sipping.
  • Relaxed riverside seating and informal tapas-style snacks pair with evening river breezes and live light music on weekends.

New extension and accommodation upgrades

  • Ground floor parking provides dedicated space for buses, vans, and cars.
  • First floor contains four separate hotel rooms including one family room and three rooms with balconies overlooking River Avenue.
  • Second floor offers two self-contained suites each with two bedrooms for a deluxe stay by the Bentotta River in luxury apartments.
  • Rooftop entertainment area is newly completed and perfect for family celebrations and birthdays with open views and flexible seating.

Why Bentotta for a winter holiday

  • Ideal winter getaway with pleasant temperatures around 30 degrees C, steady offshore winds that create a smooth surfing beach, and calm evenings perfect for sunset walks along the river.
  • Family-friendly activities and upgraded facilities make Malu Banna a prime choice for seasonal travelers.

Reservations and contact

  • Book directly at malu-banna.com by clicking the Rooms button on the homepage.
  • Direct reservations secure rooms, dining, and water-sport packages with priority for high-season dates.

Fun Day November 2022

Fun day at Malu Banna Watersports on the Bentota River, SRI LANKA.

Wonderful group of fun loving guests from India.

They enjoyed great rides on the water.

Deep Sea Fishing Bentota Sri Lanka

Deep Sea Fishing Bentota Sri Lanka

Join Captain Chatura for a Malu Banna Deep Sea Fishing trip from Bentota

Sri Lanka January 2022 Big Fish Time!

See the game fish they catch and the fish they have for eating at the Malu Banna Seafood Restaurant – where the fish is so fresh, you catch it yourself!

2020 January Adventure Food Watersports

The seafood restaurant is bringing the latest delights from the sea with seasonal vegetables.

The hotels’s penthouse rooms are giving in-house guests dome amazing sunsets over the Indian Ocean.

The Watersports are thrilling and entertaining international guest from around the world.

Come and join the fun and reward your appetite of:

  • Action

  • Sport

  • Sea Food

  • Rest

  • Enjoy the paradise that is Sri Lanka

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There is nowhere better than the

Bentota River – Sri Lanka

Call the “Malu Banna Team” today

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+94 77 711 7400


River Safari Adventure – Malu Banna Bentota Sri Lanka

For those of you in need of a good stress-free ride, a boat trip would be the ideal deal.

Find the wonders of Bentota, its scenic seascape and wildlife, wading through the waters of this beautiful region.

The river safari adventure is all about exploration and blending with the environment. You will be able to identify a variety of fish species as well as other coastal wildlife. If you are that person who loves a serene atmosphere, this is for you.