Fritzjames Stephen
If you are very much into nature, this is your imaginary dreamland. In Pasikuda, you will get familiar with yet another excitingly beautiful feature that Mother Nature offers. Take your own time to enjoy the freedom of this heaven-like land. Chefs will offer you delicious dishes, and it is your rare opportunity to enjoy traditional meal in a natural ambience.
The major portion of Pasikuda is meant for lovers of water sports. Many tourists would head down to the east coast to explore the best of Pasikuda and let warm currents thrill them. The currents will take you down to the decade-old shipwrecks. Pasikuda, Sri Lanka's east coast, shelters a wealthy marine life and untouched coral reefs. It is the ideal place for snorkelling and scuba diving excursions, which introduce you to vibrant coral reefs in the eastern waters.
Apart from waters, Pasikuda has very much to offer in land too. No modern sophisticated transport can beat this ancient vehicle, cycle. Cycling is the best way to discover the inner sanctuary of Pasikuda. Start cycling by the first ray of the sun – for it is the best time of the day. It will be your perfect gateway to get familiar with the island's life. You can also sight now fishing villages rise to welcome the day. Bicycles are available on rent. The coastal village offers you so many things, and you won't simply forget this experience.
Pasikuda is surrounded by various other sites which are rich in culture as well as nature. Minneriya National Park is one classical experience. It is where you get to lay your eyes on some rare and endangered species of the country's wildlife. The sanctuary is between Habarana and Polonnaruwa, easy to opt for an excursion from Pasikuda.
If you have a liking for seafood, you can have it the most natural way. Habala and Ruwala is a restaurant built on two traditional fishing boats. You must have visited quite a lot of restaurants in the world, but this stands unique of them all. Although it looks a traditional restaurant built on two fishing boats, you can go for a good fine dining experience here. In the premises you can have the services of Maalu Maalu Resort & Spa, a Sri Lanka Resort, as well. The spa offers you a soothing ambience with music at the background and a pool by the side. The cool sea breeze blowing from Pasikuda bay is so welcoming. All this converts the place into a heaven on earth.
The restaurant also entertains you with a selection of spirits, exotic cocktails and chilled beers. You can also go for delectable snacks here, while taking a dip in the infinity pool.
The White Sands is another restaurant, but very much noted for its enthralling location. You are directly facing the ocean front view thanks to the unique design of the restaurant. If you look for a dinner or a lunch in style, then this restaurant could be a convenient choice.
