Hikkaduwa Sri Lanka


Travel & Accommodation Guide
In the early 1960's Hikkaduwa started its change from a small fishing village into one of Sri Lanka's international holiday destination.
Today backpackers, travelers and package tourist alike favor the beach party atmosphere of Hikkaduwa created by the surfing & diving scene.
Beautiful white sand beaches, colorful coral reefs and an excellent surf are attracting people from all over the world.


Beach restaurants and bars, shops and nightclubs are providing the background for a carefree stay.


Even off the beaches Hikkaduwa has a lot to offer: picturesque temples, a scenic fresh-water lake where you still can see outrigger fishermen, tranquilled village life just a few meters down the road and much, much more....


Accommodation offers in Hikkaduwa range from small guesthouses and hotels to international hotel chains, providing for every taste and budget











Sigiriya – The Lion’s Rock

When the world famous writer, Sir Arthur C. Clarke called Sri Lanka his new home in 1956, he proclaimed that this tiny island was the jewel of the Indian Ocean and it is the best place to view the universe from. Within a couple of hours you can find yourself in the cool climes of Kandy or Nuwara Eliya, or find yourself sipping a beer chilled to perfection on the sun-washed beaches of Sri Lanka. Famed for a lot of things, this tear drop shaped island offers the pleasure seeker a bounty to harvest from.

Located 116 kilometers from Colombo and just north of Dambulla is one of Sri Lanka’s most famed and acclaimed UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Known to be populated by tourists and locals alike, this popular tourist attraction was built during the reign of King Kassapa from AD 477 to 495. Sigiriya or what can be translated to mean ‘Lion’s Rock’ had many uses; it was a fortress and a palace, complete with gardens and pools. What is perhaps most inspiring about this attraction is that it is made out of a rock that soars 200 meters from the ground. It has a water supply system that still works after 1,500 years, and beautiful wall paintings or frescos of 21 maidens to be seen.

Visitors are allowed to make the hike all the way to the top; there are hand rails and a network of stairs to climb that is carved out from the original rock in most parts. The half way mark is defined by the immense lion paws that are carved out of rock and along with a lion’s mouth also made of rock that you can walk through. At the summit, visitors can expect to see unparallel views of the local scenery and the palace grounds that are adorned with bathing pools and gardens. The fables and stories that led to the creation of Sigiriya and the murder of the then ruling king add to the mystique of this sacred place

Nature and Wildlife in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka consisting of several different wildlife parks, sanctuaries and a forest reserves is truly a remarkable island with most of them located only a few hours drive from the main city and the international airport. The country has a great geo-graphical contour which has made this island nation filled with pristine beaches, thriving nature parks and breathtaking hills.

The country’s natural beauty and wildlife is as divers as its rich history and culture. The country consists of nature parks and forest reserves that many nature and wildlife enthuses would love to explore. From diverse biospheres such as Sinharaja to adventurous nature parks such as Yala and Udawalawa the island has so much to offer.

Sinharaja Forest reserve is a treasure trove of biodiversity with many species of mammals and butterflies along with many types of insects, reptiles and amphibians making it their home. The forest reserve is also a destination of many types of flora where many endemic trees can be found. The fauna in the reserve can not be easily seen as their counter-parts in the dry zone, this is manily due to the thick vegetation, however the forest is considered to be the home of many mammals including a few elephants and several leopards.

Yala is a National Park located in the southern part of Sri Lanka which is home to many animals, including the endangered Asian elephant, Sri Lankan leopard, wild boar, sloth bear, and different types of deer. The park offers excellent opportunities for the guests to trek into the wilderness in an exciting jeep safari offering an excellent adventure.

There are many such escapades that one could trod into, Udawalawe National Park located in the southern part of Sri Lanka is another adventurous destination to explore wildlife. The Kumana Bird Sanctuary is a great place for bird enthusiasts to observe many types of birds.