Lunuganga’s garden is a destination in itself – the artistry that went into the evolution of this iconic country house deserves slow and gentle exploration.

Other easy-going things to do in Bentota include serene boat trips on Dedduwa Lake or the Madu Ganga wetlands. If you prefer activities on foot, visit the nearby Bevis Gardens or Kanneliya Rainforest for a slow trek. Walking tours of UNESCO Galle Fort are a little further away, while the town of Ambalangoda, famous for southern culture and folk masks, is just a 25-minute drive.