Hikkaduwa is a seaside resort town in southwestern Sri Lanka. Hikkaduwa located district is Galle district. It’s known for its strong surf and beaches, including palm-dotted Hikkaduwa Beach, lined with restaurants and bars. The shallow waters opposite Hikkaduwa Beach shelter the Hikkaduwa National Park, which is a coral sanctuary and home to marine turtles and exotic fish. Inland, Gangarama Maha Vihara is a Buddhist temple decorated with hand-painted murals.

Hikkaduwa is famous for serving delicious seafood curries, relaxing massages, Buddhist temples, and watersports such as surfing, snorkeling, and diving. The beaches in Hikkaduwa may not be at par with Bali or Goa, but it does attract a fair amount of regulars.

Climates of  Hikkaduwa

Hot, oppressive, windy and overcast. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 76Fto 88F and is rrely below 74F or above 91F.

Traveling from Colombo to Hikkaduwa

Hikkaduwa has many tourism places and beautiful, Eye-pleasing views, places to visit.  If you come for the vacation there are many hotels, Resorts and so many Historical places and so many outdoor activities to do for your enjoying. 

If you are planning a vacation in Hikkaduwa. You want to reach Colombo from Hikkaduwa, the best way is by Bus or Train. Then you will be able to experience the beauty of the surroundings. Or you can use private vehicles. Add it to your list of places to visit if you're looking for a chilled out, relaxing few days in Sri Lanka.

Top Attractions in Hikkaduwa

• Hikkaduwa beach (1.1km)
• Hikkaduwa National Park (1.4km)
• Turtle Hatchery (4.3km)
• Galle fort (20.4km)
• Jungle beach (24.6km)

Hikkaduwa Beach

Hikkaduwa is famous for serving delicious seafood curries, relaxing massages, Buddhist temples, and watersports such as surfing, snorkeling, and diving. The beaches in Hikkaduwa may not be at par with Bali or Goa, but it does attract a fair amount of regulars.

Hikkaduwa National Park

Hikkaduwa National Park is one of the three marine national parks in Sri Lanka. The national park contains a fringing coral reef of high degree of biodiversity. The area was declared a wildlife sanctuary on May 18, 1979, and then on August 14, 1988, upgraded to a nature reserve with extended land area. The growth of the number of visitors in the next 25 years increased the degradation of the coral reef. To reduce the effects to the ecosystem, the reef was declared a national park on September 19, 2002.

Outdoor Activities in Hikkaduwa

Hikkaduwa Surf

Hikkaduwa is an epic surf joint because there is always a place to surf thanks to the constant swell, and plenty of reefs make for near-perfect breaks for adventurous intermediate and advanced surfers.

Hikkaduwa Coral

Hikkaduwa coral reef is a typical shallow fringing reef with an average depth of around 5 metres (16 ft). The coral reef reduces the coastal erosion and forms a natural breakwater. The coast of the national park extends four km.

Hikkaduwa Nightlife

If you are looking for the ultimate party destination in Sri Lanka, then all your quests will lead you to Hikkaduwa. The Hikkaduwa nightlife is famous for attracting all the party animals. It has one of the most vibrant party atmospheres. So famous is its nightlife that Hikkaduwa has a dedicated portal displaying all the nightlife party venues throughout the year! With the ocean waves in the background and the sandy beach beneath, the party will never stop in such a relaxing setting! You could milk the Hikkaduwa party scene without denting a hole in your wallet!

Hikkaduwa Hotels

Ampara hotels are reasonably priced though a popular tourist’s destination. There are with all modern amenities with eye pleasing views.