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Dickwella Beach

The Dickwella beach is a tranquil, peaceful and large gold beach in the Dickwella town of Sri Lanka. The main Dickwella beach has a length of two kilometres. Rocks and reefs protect it from the winds and high waves, so this is one of the ideal "bathing" beaches in Sri Lanka. Dickwella beach offers clear blue ocean water, numerous coconut trees where one can set up a hammock, watch the sunset and the fishermen catching fish. It is also a famous beach in Sri Lanka for surfing & swimming. Dickwella Beach in Sri Lanka gives a perfect beach experience for families and large groups since it is protected by sandbars and reefs, making it ideal for swimming. Read More

Polhena Beach is one of the safest beaches in Sri Lanka with waist-high water and coral reefs. Swimming here is like swimming in a swimming pool but with an extraordinary aquatic life such a numerous giant green turtles, and fish which makes one’s dive even more memorable. The beach is well maintained, and the white sand and the clear blue water make a perfect holiday spot. The water is shallow for a long stretch as the waves break far out, so it is ideal for non-swimmers as well. This beach is a local hangout spot, small and perfect for a traveller who wants to see the local life. There are bathing and changing spots where one can put on beachwear. There are also some shops on the beach where one can buy pretty seashells and grab a bite in one of the restaurants nearby. Read More

Weligama is a popular destination to learn surfing and there are local surfing schools on the coast to help you with it. The turquoise water here makes it a great swimming and snorkeling site. You could enjoy a scrumptious seafood meal after an exhilarating water activity.