Sunshine Water Sports Centre
Sunshine Water Sports Centre
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9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
About
Our water sport center lies directly on the Bentota River in Aluthgama, between Beruwela and Bentota. We offer you the best and largest selection of water sports activities in Sri Lanka. We provide the following activities: Jet-Ski Stand up Paddling Big-wave,- Windsurfing and Bodyboarding Waterskiing and Wakeboarding Banana-, Tube- and Sofa ride Deep Sea-, River Fishing River cruises and Crocodile safari Snorkeling and diving canoing and guided canotours Mountainbike rental and guided bicycletours Our well-trained and experienced instructors and certificate holders are pleased to welcome you in our water sport center and to assist you in the discovery of the richness of the tropical waters of the Indian Ocean. The training is carried out by the sri-lankan’s top windsurfer and water skiing champion Thusal Gunawardena.
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Doreen W
18 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
Hey
We had an unforgettable day with lots of fun for the whole family. We were in Sri Lanka for 4 weeks and it was my birthday that day. I was surprised there with a super delicious cake and flowers. Everyone was very nice and made everything possible that day.
The activities have a great price-performance ratio. There are many activities available: water skiing, big boat, big donut, boat tours in the mangrove forests, sea trips by boat
super nice and helpful staff.
Were the best excursions and guides on our tour :-)
Thank you for all
BIG greetings from Doreen an family
We had an unforgettable day with lots of fun for the whole family. We were in Sri Lanka for 4 weeks and it was my birthday that day. I was surprised there with a super delicious cake and flowers. Everyone was very nice and made everything possible that day.
The activities have a great price-performance ratio. There are many activities available: water skiing, big boat, big donut, boat tours in the mangrove forests, sea trips by boat
super nice and helpful staff.
Were the best excursions and guides on our tour :-)
Thank you for all
BIG greetings from Doreen an family
Written October 12, 2024
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Elvio V
Monza, Italy88 contributions
Mar 2015 • Friends
I am a PSS Instructor Trainer, Assistant Staff Instructor SSI, CMAS, NADD and HSA. I organize tours for divers and non-divers. I visited, among others, the center of Mr. Upali Gunawardena and Mr. Thusal: I can assert with certainty that the people who work at the center, as well as being courteous and professional, have a good preparation for the work required.
Used boats for diving are not great but this could be due to the fact that larger vehicles would have difficulty in leaving the mouth of the river to the sea.
All safety devices are present and standards are respected.
The instructors and the guides are certified and in the active state, for the various educational represented.
Mr. Upali, always in the water with us, it has always been up to the task. The same thing is true for the various guides.
Equipment in order, clean air. Too bad it is not available (but will be soon) Nitrox ...
Used boats for diving are not great but this could be due to the fact that larger vehicles would have difficulty in leaving the mouth of the river to the sea.
All safety devices are present and standards are respected.
The instructors and the guides are certified and in the active state, for the various educational represented.
Mr. Upali, always in the water with us, it has always been up to the task. The same thing is true for the various guides.
Equipment in order, clean air. Too bad it is not available (but will be soon) Nitrox ...
Written April 2, 2015
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Alex187
New Hampshire Lakes Region, NH17 contributions
We had a spectacular time here today! The people working were very friendly and good at what they do. It felt safe, but not to the point that there was no fun. They offered all sorts of activities and we spent time water skiing, tubing, and going on the banana boat, but there were also many more activities offered. The lake water was warm and not too rough. I'm glad we did it.
Written July 9, 2014
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Livja
Brussels, Belgium36 contributions
Nov 2015 • Couples
My husband an I booked a 1/2 day deep sea fishing trip with Sunshine. The boat was in great condition, so we were confident about their expertise and experience... Until we boarded the boat on the day of the trip. The sea was quite calm that day, save for a few waves at the end of the lineup the boat had to pass on The way out to the sea. My first doubts about the experience and competence of the skippers started when we hit one of the waves full blast and cracked the boat right after we left the marina. The crash was so bad the boat cabin became a bit leaky! Then we cruised for a bit and started trolling. We are ni experts, but they put 4 rods at the back of this rather small boat - so of course the lines kept getting tangled. My husband asked them to reel the lines back a few times, but then eventually, he felt too embarrassed to keep mentoring them when they were supposed to be the experts. Needless to say, we did not catch anything... Could have been bad luck, but I think it could have been just pure incompetence... Before we headed back to the marina, we stopped for a bit because they needed to "repair" the boat (with an empty coke bottle) so that the boss "no see anything". When we told the boss we weren't very happy with the service, he just asked: are you going to be paying in dollars or euro? ... Not the kind of trip I imagined. Steer clear!
Written November 28, 2015
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robyturtle
1 contribution
Mar 2015 • Family
We been there for diving and we had some beautyful immersions , the staff is very friendly and professional! If you want to go diving in bentota this is the right place for you!
Written March 31, 2015
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Rajneesh T
109 contributions
The 2 hours boat ride through maadhu ganga river was very enjoyable. The boat takes you to many places/small islands and the guide will explain you many things. We enjoyed especially the fish spa and cinnamon garden. You can buy fresh cinnamon sticks, oil and powder for Rs 300 each.
Written March 27, 2015
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kedar_m
Mumbai, India11 contributions
Mar 2015 • Family
Good range of watersports and activities to keep you busy. A bit on the costly side.
Location is wonderful and can access it easily.
Safety aspects could be a bit improved but overall good.
Location is wonderful and can access it easily.
Safety aspects could be a bit improved but overall good.
Written March 11, 2015
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Meath_C
Perth, Australia61 contributions
Aug 2014
Myself and 16 travel companions thoroughly enjoyed this exciting 90 minutes of fun and relaxation!
The friendly and competent staff kept us safe at all times in boats that chugged around the inlet islands - including one on which is cultivated high quality cinnamon! This was very educational! You can purchase packets of freshly cut cinnamon for 300 rupees!
The evening light over the inlet is magical as we returned to base! I really recommend this activity to fellow travellers if they have the time! Make the time!
The friendly and competent staff kept us safe at all times in boats that chugged around the inlet islands - including one on which is cultivated high quality cinnamon! This was very educational! You can purchase packets of freshly cut cinnamon for 300 rupees!
The evening light over the inlet is magical as we returned to base! I really recommend this activity to fellow travellers if they have the time! Make the time!
Written August 5, 2014
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Dj LK
London, UK23 contributions
Jun 2019
Wonderful Service, relaxed and a beautiful location, very Friendley, Water Sport Center, No Rush very wonderful experince
Written January 29, 2020
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Preeti J
Mumbai, India22 contributions
Dec 2018 • Family
We went here in a big group of 12 people..took a few packages and a speed boat ride..I found everything very expensive even after a 15 percent discount.
The speed boat ride was just 15 min..and all the other rides only lasting 3-4 mins..
By the time u start enjoying your ride it is over..very rude staff too.
Will not recommend this place at all..
And would suggest anywhere u go for rides do ask for the duration of the ride.
The speed boat ride was just 15 min..and all the other rides only lasting 3-4 mins..
By the time u start enjoying your ride it is over..very rude staff too.
Will not recommend this place at all..
And would suggest anywhere u go for rides do ask for the duration of the ride.
Written December 27, 2018
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Hi I'm staying at the centara ceysands hotel from December 27th and would like to do a couple of scuba dives. I'm in the middle of my PADI open water diver course so will be qualified before I arrive. But still relatively inexperienced.
Please can you advise:
Is your centre a PADI centre?
How far is it from the hotel I am staying at?
cost of dives?
Do you pick up from the hotel?
My husband and son do not dive. Do you do any other activities such as fishing trips that they could do while I dive?
Please advise the booking process
Thanks
Cherrie
Written September 23, 2017
debananda2015
Asansol, India
we will go to bentota in march 2016 . 4 adults . want snorkelling . how much cost . hotel pick up necessary.
Written August 13, 2015
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