Scooter Rental in Unawatuna, Sri Lanka
The cheapest way to move around the beach and up into Galle Fort — quick to park, and easy on the short coastal hops either direction.
Part of NOHA’s island-wide scooter rental in Sri Lanka — see the hub for full rates, insurance and paperwork detail.
As low as
$8/day
On 16+ day rentals. From $11/day on shorter stays.
Refundable deposit
USD 100
Every rental includes
Rates by rental length
| Rental length | Price per day |
|---|---|
| 2–4 days | $11 |
| 5–10 daysWe recommend | $10 |
| 11–15 days | $9 |
| 16–45 days | $8 |
Popular scooter routes from Unawatuna
Jungle Beach
2.7 kmA short hop over the Rumassala headland, about 6 minutes by scooter.
Galle Fort
6 kmBack north into the old town and the Fort itself, about 15 minutes.
Koggala
~9 kmSouth along the coast road — a lagoon known for stilt fishermen and turtle hatcheries.
Ahangama
~16 kmA quieter surf town further south along the coast.
Weligama
~26 kmWide bay known for beginner surf breaks and the stilt fishermen photo spot.
Mirissa
~32 kmPopular beach town — whale watching leaves from here in season.
Getting around Unawatuna on two wheels
A scooter suits Unawatuna's scale — the beach and village are compact, and the coast road either direction, into Galle Fort or south toward Koggala, is an easy, flat ride.
Jungle Beach, just over the Rumassala headland, is a quick hop by scooter — worth doing as a morning detour rather than a planned trip.
A scooter isn't exempt from the requirement — either the AAC or DMT covers it, alongside your home licence. We handle that paperwork before you arrive.
What customers say
Rosie B
Scooter
“The bike was near new, loved that the petrol cap wasn't under the seat so i could get it filled up whilst still sitting. Dropping off was just as easy and was given a ride back to my hotel.”
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 Unawatuna
Unawatuna is 6 km south of Galle — we deliver to your hotel or guesthouse, or collect from our base just up the coast.
The paperwork you’ll need
You can use either the AAC or the DMT permit for a scooter — full comparison, fees, and how to get one before you arrive.
Compare AAC vs DMT →Questions about scooter rental in Unawatuna
- Is a scooter enough to get around Unawatuna and Galle?
- Yes. It's the easiest thing to park at the beach, and quick for the short ride into the Fort or south toward Koggala.
- Can I ride with a passenger?
- Yes. Both rider and passenger need a helmet, and two are provided with every scooter.
- Can I return the scooter somewhere other than Unawatuna?
- Yes. Plenty of people finish in Galle or further south. Tell us where you expect to end up and we will arrange collection.
Other vehicles available in Unawatuna
Ready when you are
Nothing is charged in advance. Message us your dates on WhatsApp.