7 Days7 Days — The Essential Sri Lanka
Colombo → Sigiriya → Kandy → Ella → South Coast
The classic island loop: ancient rock fortresses, hill country trains and the south's golden beaches.
from $890
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Hikkaduwa
Reef, turtles and a long strip of beach cafés on the southwest coast.
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Reef, turtles and a long strip of beach cafés on the southwest coast.
- beach
- surf
- marine
- relaxation
Good to know
- Best time to visit
- November to April
- Recommended stay
- 1-2 nights
Journeys
Tours that include Hikkaduwa.
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10 Days10 Days — The Complete Ceylon Experience
Culture + Mountains + Wildlife + Beaches
A balanced, unhurried journey through every landscape Sri Lanka is famous for.
from $1,290
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5 Days5 Days — Hills & Coast
Kandy → Ella → Galle → Mirissa
Tea terraces in the morning, warm Indian Ocean by the afternoon.
from $640
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Things to do nearby.
Pigeon Island Snorkelling
Nilaveli & TrincomaleeHalf day
Reef sharks, turtles and coral gardens a short boat ride off the east coast.
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Surf Lesson
Weligama, Hiriketiya & Arugam Bay2-3 hours
Soft-top boards, patient local instructors and a bay that forgives everything.
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Arugam Bay & HiriketiyaFull day
Warm water, long peeling waves and a beach café that knows your coffee by day three.
Discover ExperienceBlue Whale & Dolphin Watching
MirissaHalf day (early start)
Head offshore at first light for blue whales, spinner dolphins and open ocean.
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