If anyone asks what are the best Sri Lanka beach destinations, a long list will follow as the answer as this tiny island nation is blessed with many beaches of unimaginable beauty. Out of these, there is one that is sought-after by many travellers who wish to experience nature, golden sands, and frolicking waves all at the same time. Hikkaduwa, on the western coast, is this delightful beach.
Lovingly called Hikka, this beach resort town is famous for its colorful corals. So if you’re planning a visit here, make sure that you book with a hotel that organizes trips to the reef such as those offered by Cantaloupe Hotels. As part of the excursion, you will be taken on a glass-bottomed boat to the Hikkaduwa National Marine Park. Those fear of the waves can enjoy the beauty of the coral from the boat itself while the more adventurous souls can try out scuba diving on the reef.
The wide range of coral to be seen at Hikkaduwa includes species such as the Faviidae and Poritidae corals which are located in the inshore areas of the reef in massive colonies, while cabbage, elkhorn, staghorn, brain, star and table corals are all present in the reef.
During your escapades of scuba diving, you will be able to meet a wide variety of extraordinary marine creatures such as multi-colored schools of fish, dugongs, blacktip reef shark and sea turtles including the Olive Ridley turtle, the hawksbill turtle, and the Green Turtle.
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