Southern Province · SRI LANKA

Hikkaduwa Beach

A lively beach town known for surf, snorkeling and coastal reef life.

Hikkaduwa beach and its coastal reef setting
Photo: Kaushiru90 · CC BY-SA 4.0

A PLACE TO DISCOVER

What makes it
special.

Hikkaduwa is one of the best-known south-west coast beach stops, with surf breaks, diving and a marine area close to shore. It can be combined with Galle, Bentota or a longer coastal drive.

Things to look out for

  • Surfing and beach town
  • Snorkeling and marine life
  • Coastal cafés and shops