Joanna James
The beaches in and around Galle are some of the finest that you can spend time at when on holiday in Sri Lanka. Provided is an outline of six of the very best near Galle.
Scattered with inviting beachside eateries and hammocks affixed to coconut palm trees that extend across its entirety, the opportunity to visit Unawatuna Beach is one of the main draws of spending time in Galle. Rated as one of the most popular spots for all things that scream leisure and water sports, Unawatuna Beach can be easily accessed from the city of Galle, either via a private transfer or tuk-tuk. Amongst the activities that you can while away the hours with, do talk to a local diving centre whose staff will happily help you choose between scuba diving and snorkelling.
Associated with turquoise oceans and coral reefs that will easily have you wishing you could remain in the water for hours on end, Hikkaduwa Beach is as tropical as it gets, here in the deep south of the Emerald Isle. While swimming and sunbathing will have you spending the majority of your morning and afternoon, know that the coral reefs off Hikkaduwa Beach are home to a wonderful collection of marine species. These include sea turtles and schools of fish that you can view during a diving or snorkelling outing.
Nestled within a sheltered cove and encircled by jungle in seemingly every direction, Jungle Beach in Unawatuna is a gem of the rarest kind and a stretch of golden sand that you will fall in love with. Though requiring a hike to reach here, once on Jungle Beach, you may look forward to unwinding and immersing your every sense as sparkling blue waters call out to you. This beach is perfect for vacationers who wish for some peace and quiet during their stay in Galle.
On top of serving as an excellent base to visit the local sea turtle farm & hatchery together with the Koggala Lake, Koggala Beach is where you can forget every care in the world en route to frolicking and taking long walks come evening. Soak in the sun, and quench your thirst with a fresh king coconut before mustering up the courage to pick up your surfboard and show off your skills. What’s more? If searching for a place to stay, then consider KK Collection, which is home to a range of luxury boutique hotels in Sri Lanka.
Though known to be relatively rough during the monsoon season, Ahungalla Beach lays claim to fantastic conditions for swimming. However, what sets Ahungalla Beach apart from neighbouring beaches in Galle is the fact that patrons will be well placed to enjoy a breathtaking sunset, with hues of pink, red, and purple splashed across the sky.
If your intention for a beach holiday in Sri Lanka is to laze around and work on that all-important holiday with a cold one for company, then look no further than Narigama Beach. Located just 5 km from Hikkaduwa, Narigama Beach can be looked at should you be in the mood to revel in golden sands and clear blue seas for the better part of the day.
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