Best beach in Galle
Jungle Beach is, in my opinion, the most beautiful beach in Galle and it’s the perfect place if you want to enjoy the sun and sand without hordes of drunken Russian tourists (as can happen at the more touristy Unawatuna beach). Jungle Beach is located about 20 minutes from the historic Galle Fort area and all the tuk-tuk drivers know where it is.
Now, for an important distinction. There are actually two places called “jungle beach” that are right next to each other. The first one you come to (the one I visited) is more popular among the locals and is much more quiet and tranquil than the other. The other Jungle Beach is located at the far end of the road near the Japanese Peace Pagoda and is more touristy and crowded. I’d recommend going to the first beach but you can easily walk from one beach to the other on a path that goes through the rocks.
Anyways, back to the beach. Jungle Beach is a true slice of tropical heaven. You have to hike ten minutes down a jungle trail to reach it and once you get there you find a completely natural beach with no signs of development except for a few sun-bleached wooden sun loungers and a White Jungle Beach Restaurant, which is basically just a small shack selling cold beers, Sri Lankan tea, and snacks. We got there around 10:00am and were completely alone for at least two hours, a luxury in this day and age. If you’re in Galle and looking to go to the beach, I’d definitely say that Jungle Beach is the best place.
