Relax on the miles of wild beaches of the southern coast. Marvel at the unique beauty of Tangalle Bay, whose white beaches encourage you to lie down and stay there forever, not just for the duration of your holiday in Sri Lanka. Expect a coral reef shimmering with multi-colored, charmingly scattered rocks, spreading palm trees and even turtles! A great option during your trip to Sri Lanka is to recruit a local fisherman for a small cruise to a place with the best conditions for snorkeling. In addition, you will easily find beaches in Tangalle that resemble deserted ones, where you will forget about the world! In the right season, you may be lucky enough to see a whale with your own eyes, and you will undoubtedly observe Sri Lankan fishermen engaged in an unusual method of fishing. Beaching is the icing on the cake of a trip to Sri Lanka.
Beaches in Sri Lanka – which ones are worth seeing?
Hikkaduwa
This is a beach on the southwestern coast of Sri Lanka, near the city of Galle. The beach is long and separated from the infrastructure by a row of palm trees. This is one of the most popular places for scuba diving, but also for diving, due to the coral reef in the ocean. It is also a mecca for surfers, because the bottom near the coast is quite shallow. There are many cafes and restaurants right next to the beach, so it is an ideal place for a family vacation. However, it should be remembered that the sea currents in Sri Lanka are strong, so staying safe is essential.
Goyambokka Beach
Located in Tangalle, in the south of the island, Goyambokka Beach is famous for its crystal blue ocean water and rich underwater life. Several times a year, you can observe turtle hatching there! The beach infrastructure is developed - there are plenty of sunbeds and hammocks on the beach. The waves in the ocean are usually not high, so it is worth considering this beach as one of the options for staying with children.
Dickwella
This is a very peaceful and not yet fully developed place in the south of the island. The beach is located in a bay, in a quiet place, far from the noisy civilization. It is worth knowing that this beach in Sri Lanka is not developed, and the sunbeds usually belong to hotels or restaurants, so having your own towel is essential here. The water temperature in the ocean is almost all year round around 28°C!
Mirissa
Mirissa Beach, with one of the most Instagrammable photo spots on the island, is located in the south of Sri Lanka. It is divided into two parts by the famous rock and viewpoint - Parrot Rock. Tourists to this one of the most beautiful beaches in Sri Lanka are attracted here by the beautiful coast with light pink sand, ideal conditions for snorkeling and silence.
Negombo
One of Sri Lanka’s most popular beaches is located on its western coast, less than an hour from Colombo airport. Negombo itself is a fishing town with historic churches and small shops and restaurants. It’s a great base for exploring Sri Lanka – it’s worth stopping here for your first night and resting after a long flight.
Diving on the beaches of Sri Lanka – what is worth knowing?
Warm ocean waters, rich underwater life, coral reefs and sunken shipwrecks attract tourists from all over the world to Sri Lanka. However, you should know which coast to choose and when to dive in Sri Lanka, because the monsoons shape the Sri Lankan climate. From October to May, diving conditions will be much better on the north-west and west coasts, while in the remaining months of the year - on the north-east. Before choosing a diving center, make sure that it has a PADI certificate, which confirms the appropriate preparation and training of instructors. Prices for a half-day dive in Sri Lanka start from PLN 300 per person.
Coral reefs in Sri Lanka
The underwater world delights everyone, and the brave can see it up close! There are many places in Sri Lanka where you can dive and see multi-colored coral reefs. In Hikkaduwa, just 200 m from the shoreline, there are almost 200 types of coral! It is also worth observing various marine creatures in Passikudah, but also at the Kalapitiya peninsula, where one of the most pristine and protected coral reefs in Sri Lanka is located - Bar Reef.