
A lively southern coast beach town renowned for coral reef marine sanctuaries, surf breaks, and giant sea turtles.
Hikkaduwa is where Sri Lanka's surf and beach culture first gained international fame in the 1970s. Famous for its shallow coral reef national park where wild green sea turtles swim right up to the shore, it combines energetic water sports with relaxed beachfront cafes.
Stand along the coral shallows in the morning as gentle, protected green turtles swim up to feed on seaweed.
Float over the shallow marine national park admiring brain corals, angel fish, and sea anemones.
Rent surfboards or take private lessons from licensed local instructors on golden wave-lapped shores.
Enjoy chilled king coconuts or cocktails with fresh grilled fish as the sun sets over the ocean.

Explore handcrafted Sri Lanka circuits featuring Hikkaduwa.
Sun-drenched beaches, sea turtle sanctuaries, blue whale cruises, and the cobblestone romance of Galle Fort.
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