Where is Yatiyana in Sri Lanka?

Yatiyana is a town in Sri Lanka's Southern Province, situated close to the coast between Mirissa and Matara. Its coordinates are approximately 6.0247° N, 80.6013° E, and it carries postal code 11566.

How far is Yatiyana from Colombo?

Yatiyana lies roughly 150 km south of Colombo. Via the Southern Expressway the drive typically takes around two to two and a half hours depending on traffic and the exact entry and exit points used.

What is Yatiyana known for?

Yatiyana is associated with Sri Lanka's tradition of indigenous Sinhala medicine, particularly a body of knowledge known locally as ath weda. It is also well placed for accessing the south coast's whale-watching, beach, and wildlife experiences.

Can I watch whales near Yatiyana?

Yes. The whale-watching departure point at Mirissa Harbour is a short drive from Yatiyana. Blue whales and sperm whales are regularly sighted, with the most reliable season running from around December through March.

Is there a train to Yatiyana?

There is no dedicated rail station at Yatiyana itself. The closest major station is Matara, which is the southern terminus of the coastal railway line from Colombo. From Matara, local transport covers the short remaining distance.

Does Lakpura offer transfers to Yatiyana?

Yes. Lakpura provides private air-conditioned transfers to and from Yatiyana, including airport runs from Colombo Airport (CMB) and intercity routes. Fares are quoted per route at the time of booking.

What national parks are near Yatiyana?

Udawalawe National Park is the closest major wildlife reserve, located to the north-east of Yatiyana. It is one of the best places in Sri Lanka to observe wild elephants at close range and can be combined comfortably with a south coast stay.

Yatiyana City — Lakpura®

Yatiyana is a town in Sri Lanka.

Facts on file

Postal code: 11566.
Coordinates: 6.02470, 80.60126.

Bookable experiences nearby

Whale Watching by Shared Boat from Mirissa City (departs Mirissa City)

Transfers

Lakpura quotes private transfers to and from Yatiyana, including airport arrival and departure runs and intercity routes. Prices are quoted per route at booking, so do not state a fare.

Not sold here

Lakpura currently lists no accommodation for this town. Do not state or imply that Lakpura offers that here, and do not invent a route, a property or a price.

Nearby places

9 places within about 25 km, nearest first.

Hakmana City7 km
Claughton & Nugaya Restaurant, Matara8 km
Talalla City9 km
Snake Farm9 km
Piladuwa Railway Station9 km
Wewurukannala Viharaya9 km
Matara City9 km
Matara District9 km
Bambaranda Railway Station10 km

Yatiyana City

Facts on file

Bookable experiences nearby

Transfers

Not sold here

Nearby places

在 Lakpura® 选购系列商品

Yatiyana Ath Weda Potha(Puskola Pothin Pitapath Karagath)