Negombo is a leading resort on Sri Lanka’s western coast, easily reached from Colombo and quite close to Bandaranaike International Airport. A thriving fishing community as well as a major seaside tourist resort, Negombo’s proximity to the airport makes it a convenient starting or ending point on a tour of the island nation, but it’s also a worthwhile destination in its own right.

Water sports are the predominant activity here, with diving, surfing and windsurfing topping the list in popularity. It’s the winds offshore that attract windsurfers, helping Negombo to develop a reputation as a world-class location for the sport.