Rekawa, near Tangalle · South Coast · SRI LANKA

Sea Turtle Watching in Sri Lanka

A guided night watch for a chance to observe nesting sea turtles at Rekawa.

A sea turtle swimming in Sri Lankan waters
Photo: Peter van der Sluijs · CC BY-SA 3.0

A PLACE TO DISCOVER

What makes it
special.

Rekawa’s community managed Turtle Watch offers visitors a chance to learn about sea turtle nesting and, when one comes ashore, observe from a respectful distance with local guides. Kosgoda is another coastal area associated with sea turtle conservation. These are wild animals, so encounters cannot be promised.

Things to look out for

  • Guided night walks along Rekawa Beach
  • Learn about local turtle protection work
  • Kosgoda’s sea turtle conservation programs