Dive into Adventure and Culture on Sri Lanka’s Southwest Coast

Hikkaduwa: The Vibrant Beach Escape

Hikkaduwa

Located at the mid-point between Colombo and Galle, Hikkaduwa has widely been known as the best destination to experience that perfect beach getaway. The alluring waters of the Hikkaduwa Beach make it a haven for many to jump in and join in the fun water sports activity. Similarly, there are many other places within the town that would teach you how Hikkaduwa revived itself from the devastating effects of the 2004 Boxing Day Tsunami. Travel to Hikkaduwa to enjoy the sun, sand, surf and a bit more!

Key Attractions

Hikkaduwa, a lively beach town on Sri Lanka’s southwest coast, is famous for its vibrant coral reefs, making it a popular destination for snorkeling and scuba diving. The Hikkaduwa Coral Sanctuary offers a chance to explore underwater life with its colorful marine species. The town's bustling beachfront is lined with lively cafes, bars, and restaurants, perfect for a relaxed yet energetic atmosphere. Hikkaduwa National Park is nearby, home to diverse wildlife and stunning natural landscapes. For cultural enthusiasts, the Seenigama Temple offers insight into local traditions and is set in a picturesque location by the sea.
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Hikkaduwa Beach

Ever since the 1960s, the beach town of Hikkaduwa has been a major tourist hotspot, mainly because of the pristine Hikkaduwa Beach. Known for its palm-fringed landscape with alluring waters, the beach is perfect for any traveller looking for recreation, leisure, rest, and relaxation. Many water sports entice the adrenaline junkie with snorkelling, diving, surfing, and many more. If you are looking for a more low-key vacation, the beach is perfect for the entire family to have a picnic, frolic in its waters, or play a bit of beach volleyball. Hikkaduwa Beach is a stretch of endless fun.

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Hikkaduwa National Park

The Hikkaduwa National Park has long been known to be one of the most kaleidoscopic attractions of the southern coast of the island. Boasting of a myriad of coral, along with an array of marine species, the reef is a strip that allows one to understand just how diverse Sri Lanka is, in terms of its wildlife. The marine park serves to be one of the three marine national parks on the island, which extends to a depth of around 5 metres. While it is not known to many, the national park, especially the reef acts as one of the major protectors of the Hikkaduwa Beach, as it does not allow for the beach to erode.

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Sea Turtle Hatchery and Rescue Centre

The Hikkaduwa National Park has long been known to be one of the most kaleidoscopic attractions of the southern coast of the island. Boasting of a myriad of coral, along with an array of marine species, the reef is a strip that allows one to understand just how diverse Sri Lanka is, in terms of its wildlife. The marine park serves to be one of the three marine national parks on the island, which extends to a depth of around 5 metres. While it is not known to many, the national park, especially the reef acts as one of the major protectors of the Hikkaduwa Beach, as it does not allow for the beach to erode.