These are some of the great rides and tours that you can do at Malu Banna Watersports Bentota – Sri Lanka
Watersports on the Bentota River is exciting and safe. We are ideally located midway between Colombo and Galle – each place about an hour away.
Because of our location and the size of the river we can offer watersport all year round – 12 months a year.
At Malu Banna we cater for all group sizes from “family and friends” to large corporate groups of hundreds of guests.
For “family and friends” just drop in or better still discuss your requirements and give us a call or whatsapp +94 777 117 400
For large corporate group s contact us to discuss your requirements – we can handle any size event including catering and entertainment. call or whatsapp +94 777 117 400
Jet Ski Riding in Sri Lanka
If you are a thrill seeker and you love water, then jet skiing is all for you.
Jet skiing with the tide and waves can lift you flying through the sea equal to no other sense of exhilaration you will experience as you feel the spray in your face and the speed in your hair!
Jet Skiing is the perfect water sport for the adventurous. Let the winds of Bentota cool your adrenaline flushed body on your blast of a ride.
Malu Banna provides you with the best and latest models of Jet Skis available in Sri Lanka, all in a safe and secure environment. Learn More
Banana Ride in Sri Lanka
Banana Boat Riding is an ideal water sport for families and groups of friends.
If you are on a vacation with your loved ones and wanting to have some together fun in the Sri Lankan waters of Bentota River, Banana Boat Riding is the excellent choice.
Banana Ride is simply where your friends and family are sit atop a long air-filled banana shaped boat, which is pulled around at high speed by a speedboat.
It is a safe, yet an exciting and fun filled water activity, you can request a slow ride or adventurous ride where you hold on tightly as you skim across the water.
This sport is great for photo and video opportunities. Read More
Inflatable Sofa Ride in Sri Lanka
Inflatable Sofa Ride in Sri Lanka
A group of three can ride the inflatable sofa. you are “sitting” on the sofa with your legs in front and holding on to the handles inside the sofa. One of our speed boats tows you along the river twisting and turning as you ride over the boats waves. It’s all great fun and you must hold tight!
We take you up and down the river and you can see the hotels passing by – it’s all very exhilarating. .Read More
Lay Down Tube Ride
The Lay Down Tube Ride at Malu Banna is pure adrenaline and laughter rolled into one. Guests recline on a specially designed inflatable tube, gripping tightly as a powerful speedboat tows them across the Bentota River. The ride delivers thrilling spins, splashes, and sudden bursts of speed, all while riders lie flat, feeling the rush of water beneath them. Perfect for friends or families, it’s a mix of excitement and teamwork, with every twist bringing shared joy. Supervised by experienced instructors, the ride balances safety with adventure, making it a must-try for those seeking high-energy fun in a tropical paradise.
Canoeing in Sri Lanka
This is one of the safest water sports involving teamwork. All you need is a canoe, a partner and a set of paddles to make your way through the water.
Great for beginners so lack of experience does not let you down here, since there are only a few basics you need to know.
The Malu Banna experts will gladly give you some tuition and take care of you.
Canoeing allows you to explore the Bentota River, calmly and in peace like no other water sport activity does.
This amazing sport is also currently being a followed by many people as a fitness routine and is good for developing back and arm muscles as well as cardio stamina. Paddle fast or slow as you like – take in the environment and enjoy Sri Lanka. Read More
Mangroves River Safari Boat Trip
This is a good stress-free ride exploring the mangroves and exploring nature
Discover the wonders of Bentota River, its scenic seascape and wildlife, in abundance.
In contrast to our speed boat rides which are done for high speed thrills, this ride is all about exploration and gently blending with nature and the environment.
Your guide will show you the best of Sri Lankan river wildlife. You will be able to identify a variety of birds and fish species as well as other coastal wildlife. If you are that person who loves a serene nature exploring atmosphere, this is for you. Remember to bring your camera – but hold on to it and protect it from the jungle cruise. Read More
High Speed Boat Ride
Speed Boat trips along the Bentota River are great fun and a wonderful experience in Sri Lanka.
Our trained captains take you with your family and friends through the Bentota waters in a high speed boat,
The captain drives the boat cutting through the water with spray in your face and exhilaration of travelling fast along the river. Fresh air and sunshine gives you a lift in life and clears your mind.
Feel the rush of the wind on your face and inhale the scent of the sea throughout this ride. Enjoy this speedy ride sharing a great time with your family and friends – see who can scream the loudest ! An incredible way to bond with the family, friends and the sea. Read More
Fly Fish
The inflatable Fly Fish ride at Malu Banna is a thrilling adventure designed for 2–4 guests. Towed by a powerful speedboat, the uniquely shaped inflatable often lifts above the water, giving riders the sensation of flying.
Guests experience exhilarating turns, sudden lifts, and splashes, all against the scenic backdrop of the Bentota River. It’s a ride filled with laughter, adrenaline, and team bonding, perfect for friends or families seeking excitement. The combination of speed, lift, and riverside views makes this activity one of Malu Banna’s most popular attractions, blending fun with unforgettable memories in a safe, supervised environment.
Snorkeling in Sri Lanka
If you are a wildlife lover and are dying to see what lies beneath the amazing Sri Lankan waters, snorkeling is just the thing for you.
An diving mask to see and a snorkel to breath is all you need and you are ready for your underwater adventure.
If this is your first time, we assure you a safe and fun experience with our expert team guiding you through your first snorkeling lesson.
Our guides / instructor will take you to the best places in season and you will explore under the waters of Bentota River and depending on the season maybe the Bentota Beach and rocks. You will find yourself in the magical underwater world of corals, fish and sea creatures with this simple yet exciting water sport of snorkeling Read More
Scuba Diving in Sri Lanka
If you are in love with the ocean and aquatic world of nature beneath the water then you are welcome to the world of Scuba Diving with Malu Banna.
We supply a diving mask and teach you how to use the breathing system. You can have a “try dive” for beginners or more advanced diving for experienced divers.
With Malu Banna you can explore the under water world of Bentota and its amazing marine life. we have corals, fish, sea plants, turtles and other amazing yet extraordinary creatures of the sea – all at your disposal once you immerse in the water as a scuba diver.
Your safety matters, so our instructors are all properly trained to international standards. So come along and realise your dream under the waves, Malu Banna has got your back and we are with you all the way. Happy Diving! Read More
Sunset cruise to Lighthouse Island
Sunset cruise to Lighthouse Island
During the high season months we operate a cruise in our speedboats to Barberyn Island, which is home to one of the oldest Lighthouses in Sri Lanka.
It is an exciting cruise and our captains navigate through the rocks and shallow areas with experience.
Once at the island, we get off in the small maintenance harbour and walk a few hundred meters up the steep hill.
When you come to the light house which maintained by the ports authority, you will have awesome views of the Sri Lankan coast.
There is a small charge to the get to the top of the lighthouse which is a fantastic experience. You can have a look at the old equipment that was used and now replaced by modern lighting. Read More
Deep sea fishing from Malu Banna in Bentota is a thrilling adventure into Sri Lanka’s rich Indian Ocean waters, where anglers can reel in prized catches like tuna, barracuda, snapper, kingfish, sailfish, and even marlin.
The Experience
Launching from Malu Banna in Bentota, deep sea fishing trips take you several nautical miles offshore into the warm, bountiful waters of the Indian Ocean. These excursions are not just about fishing, they’re about adventure, adrenaline, and the joy of the chase. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a curious first-timer, the experience blends sport, culture, and nature into one unforgettable outing.
The best season runs from November to April, when calmer seas and migratory fish make conditions ideal.
Local Malu Banna Captains share techniques passed down through generations, adding a Sri Lankan flavour of tradition and skill to the adventure.
Fish Found in Sri Lankan Deep Waters
Sri Lanka’s offshore waters are home to a dazzling variety of game fish:
Nearshore species: Grouper, Snapper, Emperor, Bonefish
Mid-range waters: Indian Mackerel, Spanish Mackerel, Seer Fish, Kingfish, Barracuda, Trevally.Far offshore giants: Yellowfin Tuna, Sailfish, Swordfish, Marlin, Sharks
This diversity makes Bentota one of the most exciting fishing grounds in South Asia, offering both smaller reef fish for beginners and trophy-sized pelagic species for thrill-seekers.
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