Beaches

Beaches in Sri Lanka

Living the island life

When you hear the name island what is the first thing that comes to your mind? It should be beaches of course. That is precisely what Sri Lanka is known for. Sri Lanka is a beautiful island country that is rich in natural beauty. This gorgeous island is one of the best in the world for those who love beaches and encounter beautiful moments on golden sandy beaches. The breathtaking views of these gorgeous sandy coasts are likely to make you feel cherished and enjoy the wonder of nature at its best. You may relax with the sound of pouring waves while soaking up the sun. Furthermore, this coastline is home to some of the most enticing locations to stay on the island, ranging from luxurious beach hotels to romantic villas. 

Places like Unawatuna, Hiriketiya, Bentota, Arugam Bay, Mirissa, Hikkaduwa, and Trincomalee may offer different beach experiences for you. You may realize that Sri Lanka is the best destination for the lovely beaches you are looking for to enjoy your vacation with the sun, adventure and simply relaxing by the water.

Your Go-To Guide for Beaches

Sri Lanka is an island country in the Indian Ocean which is well-known for its stunning beaches, which are among the best in the world. The beaches in Sri Lanka range from huge expanses of white sand to quiet islands covered by lush coconut trees. Mirissa, Uppuveli, Koggala, Nilaveli, Hiriketiya, Kosgada, Kalpitiya, Arugam Bay and Passikuda would be worthy of a visit as these places are surrounded with wonderful natural environment and also with a slew of restaurants waiting to offer you a refreshing experience while enjoying the sea.

Mirissa is a significant beach town on Sri Lanka’s south coast, known for its outstanding surfing and laid-back vibe. Uppuveli is a lovely beach in Sri  for its tranquil seas and lush green surroundings that is famous for diving activities. Pasikuda and Arugam Bay are  two main beach locations known for its excellent surfing conditions. In addition to these places you may enjoy the places like, Koggala, Hiriketiya, Nilaveli, Kosgoda and Uppuveli for scuba diving while seeing plenty of marine life and coral reefs.

Sri Lanka is home to five of the world’s seven sea turtle species. Turtle Beach in Hikkaduwa, a renowned tourist attraction known for its powdery sands and crystal-clear waters, is one of the greatest spots in Sri Lanka to watch sea turtles. Rekawa, a fishing community with sandy shores that are ideal nesting grounds for female turtles, is another fantastic site to watch sea turtles. Pigeon Island is teeming with coral reefs and lots of sea creatures. There are many different types of fish to observe, as well as blacktip reef sharks and even sea turtles.

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