{"id":3658,"date":"2019-06-24T13:29:05","date_gmt":"2019-06-24T13:29:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/?page_id=3658"},"modified":"2019-06-24T13:34:48","modified_gmt":"2019-06-24T13:34:48","slug":"family-kids-guide","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.eatsandretreats.com\/travel\/sri-lanka\/where-to-stay\/family-kids-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Family Guide to Sri Lanka"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sri Lanka is one of Asia\u2019s most popular holiday destinations for families, attracting thousands to its sandy shores year after year. The variety of activities on offer throughout this tropical paradise mean that finding things to do with the kids is both fun and easy!<\/span><\/p>\n

The incredible beaches offer all sorts of opportunities for water sports, from snorkelling with sea turtles to surfing classes. Further inland, Sri Lanka is full of fantastic beasts which can be found at any of the country\u2019s national parks. Explore a whole new landscape with your family, and be on the lookout for elephants, giant lizards and leopards.<\/span><\/p>\n

If a cultural experience is what you\u2019re after, Sri Lanka has plenty on this front, too! This island nation is home to hundreds of sites of cultural and historical interest, many of which are World Heritage Sites. Sri Lanka\u2019s rich history has been chronicled all the way back to ancient times, so you can step back through the ages as you visit temples, museums and statues.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Make your family vacation to Sri Lanka memorable!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A family vacation to Sri Lanka can be both fun and educational, but where are the best towns, cities and national parks?<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are the top destinations for your family holiday in Sri Lanka<\/p>\n

Unawatuna with family<\/h2>\n

The coastal resort town of Unawatuna<\/a> is renowned for having some of the most beautiful beaches in Sri Lanka. It\u2019s no surprise, therefore, that so many people choose this small and peaceful town for their family holiday!<\/span><\/p>\n

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The beach at Unawatuna is one of the main attractions for families in Sri Lanka.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The powder-soft, golden sands are infinitely inviting, and make up a perfect place to play and sunbathe. Calm, clear waters mean Unawatuna is also the perfect spot for swimming, even if you have young children in tow. In case you\u2019re looking for a new activity to try as a family, however, the beginner waves around Unawatuna are perfect for taking a surf class. Conditions are ideal even for young learners, so why not sign the family up for a few lessons while you\u2019re in town?<\/span><\/p>\n

Off the beach, there are several other opportunities for family fun around town.<\/span><\/p>\n

Things to see and do in Unawatuna WITH KIDS<\/h4>\n

Visit the turtle hatchery<\/h5>\n

A trip to the Habaraduwa hatchery<\/a> is one the whole family can enjoy. Here you can get up close with some baby sea turtles and learn more about their lifecycle and biology. Despite being one of the world\u2019s most important breeding grounds for these graceful creatures, sea turtle numbers around Sri Lanka are dwindling rapidly. The conservation efforts of the hatcheries are, therefore, vital – and kids will love seeing and holding the baby turtles! The Habaraduwa hatchery is just 8km from Unawatuna and is easily reachable from the town by car or taxi.<\/span><\/p>\n