Motorbike Rental in Tangalle, Sri Lanka
150cc, for riders who already ride. Open, unhurried roads out toward Hambantota or back up the coast toward Mirissa, with power to spare.
Part of NOHA’s island-wide motorbike rental in Sri Lanka — see the hub for full rates, insurance and paperwork detail.
As low as
$10/day
On 16+ day rentals. From $16/day on shorter stays.
Refundable deposit
USD 100
Every rental includes
Rates by rental length
| Rental length | Price per day |
|---|---|
| 2–4 days | $16 |
| 5–10 daysWe recommend | $14 |
| 11–15 days | $12 |
| 16–45 days | $10 |
Popular motorbike routes from Tangalle
Rekawa Turtle Beach
15 kmEast along the coast — a well-known nesting beach for sea turtles, best visited after dark.
Dickwella
~16 kmWest along the coast, home to the Hoo-maniya blowhole.
Hiriketiya
~18 kmA short ride past Dickwella to the horseshoe-shaped surf bay.
Mirissa
~47 kmFurther up the coast toward Galle — whale watching leaves from here in season.
Galle
78 kmThe anchor town up the coast, about a two-hour ride.
Riding a motorbike out of Tangalle
The open, quieter roads this far south make Tangalle a comfortable place to ride, whether you're new to riding on the left or already confident — less traffic than the busier stretch closer to Galle.
Tangalle also works well as a base for pushing further east toward Hambantota, or as the quiet end of a longer ride down from Galle or Mirissa, with power in hand for the open stretches. The roads stay well paved the whole way, so it's an easy stretch to enjoy rather than one that demands full concentration, with long clear sightlines that make overtaking straightforward.
What customers say
Capt Cheri Jacob
Motorbike, 5 days
“Rented a motor bike for 5 days. Excellent service. The bike was in superb condition and pick up and drop service was provide the hotel we were staying in. Staff was very polite and courteous. Overall they were flexible about the requirements of the client as well.”
What comes with it
Full insurance
Driving introduction lesson
Unlimited kilometres
Full tool kit
Phone holder
First aid kit
WhatsApp support, 365 days
Tour plan assistance
Helmets
Pickup in Tangalle
Tangalle is down the coast from our Galle base, and pickup and drop-off around town — including near Rekawa Turtle Beach — are routine. Message us your dates and hotel and we'll arrange it.
The paperwork you’ll need
You can use either the AAC or the DMT permit for a motorbike — full comparison, fees, and how to get one before you arrive.
Compare AAC vs DMT →Questions about motorbike rental in Tangalle
- Never ridden on the left before?
- Tangalle's roads are quieter than closer to Galle, which makes it a reasonably forgiving place to start — though consider a scooter first if you're nervous about the learning curve.
- Can I ride with a passenger?
- Yes. Both rider and passenger need a helmet, included with the rental.
- Can I return the motorbike somewhere other than Tangalle?
- Yes. Tell us where you expect to end up along the coast and we will arrange collection.
Other vehicles available in Tangalle
Ready when you are
Nothing is charged in advance. Message us your dates on WhatsApp.