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A table in a garden with a view of a golf course. 1
A stone staircase with large spherical balustrades, surrounded by lush tropical foliage. 2
A building with a red-tiled roof, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and tall trees. 3
A yellow building with a black-framed door, surrounded by lush greenery and flowering vines. 4
A tree-lined pathway with a water feature and a grassy field. 5
By Beyond Escapes
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$139 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h 30m+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Admire the architecture and landscape design of the Geoffrey Bawa Country Estate
    • Learn about the life and work of Geoffrey Bawa with your guide
    • See artefacts from across the world collected by the famed architect
    • Enjoy a cup of Ceylon tea or coffee in tranquil surroundings
    • Stroll through the Brief Garden, designed by Bevis Bawa

Activity location

    • Bentota
    • Bentota, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Bentota
    • Bentota, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

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Frm Bentota/Beruwala: Bawa Gardens & Architecture Tour

  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes3h 30m
    3h 30m
  • English

This option includes pickup from Bentota, Beruwela, Aluthgama and Ahungalla

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:10 AM
Price details
AU$139.46 x 1 AdultAU$139.46
Total
Price is AU$139.46
Until Sun, 23 Aug

From Colombo/Negombo: Bawa Gardens & Architecture Tour

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

This option includes pickup and drop off from Colombo and Negombo

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:30 AM
Price details
AU$216.16 x 1 AdultAU$216.16
Total
Price is AU$216.16
Until Sun, 23 Aug

From Galle: Geoffrey Bawa Gardens & Architecture Tour

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

This option includes pickup and drop off from Galle, Unawatuna and Hikkaduwa

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:30 AM
Price details
AU$216.16 x 1 AdultAU$216.16
Total
Price is AU$216.16
Until Sun, 23 Aug

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Hotel Pickup and drop-off by TukTuk
  • Inclusions
    Lunganga Bungalow & Brief Garden
  • Inclusions
    Tea or coffee
  • Inclusions
    Entry to Brief Garden
  • Exclusions
    Tips

What you can expect

  • Explore Lunuganga, the iconic Geoffrey Bawa Country Estate, and its exquisite gardens on a guided tour from Bentota or Beruwala. Immerse yourself in the life and work of Geoffrey Bawa while taking in the serene beauty of his surroundings.

    Your tour begins with a convenient hotel pickup, followed by a tuk-tuk ride to Lunuganga, located on the tranquil shores of Dedduwa Lake. Enjoy a guided walk through Bawa’s former residence and gardens, learning about his architectural vision, design philosophy, and the estate’s 40-year development. Discover the stories behind each building, monument, sculpture, and decorative piece scattered across the estate.

    Next, visit the Brief Garden, created over 15 years by Bevis Bawa, Geoffrey’s elder brother and a renowned Sri Lankan artist. This beautifully designed five-acre garden features lush tropical vegetation, elegant sculptures, and thoughtfully landscaped grounds. Stroll through its serene paths and admire the harmony between art and nature.

    After exploring these two remarkable estates, enjoy a relaxing return journey to your hotel, reflecting on the creativity, history, and natural beauty you’ve experienced.

Location

Activity location

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    • Bentota
    • Bentota, Southern Province, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Bentota
    • Bentota, Southern Province, Sri Lanka