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Hikkaduwa Beach
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Hikkaduwa Beach

Hikkaduwa Town, 100km south of Colombo
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About

Coral sanctuary with colorful reef fish visible from glass-bottom boats. Sri Lanka's first marine sanctuary (1979). Known for sea turtles swimming close to shore.

Highlights

Snorkeling
Diving
Glass-bottom boats
Surfing
Sea turtle watching
Nightlife

Visitor Information

Opening Hours

Dawn to Dusk

Entry Fee (Foreigners)

Free

Location

Hikkaduwa Town, 100km south of Colombo, Galle District, Southern Province

GPS: 6.1407, 80.1033

Best Time to Visit

November to April for swimming/snorkeling

Difficulty

Easy

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