Ever dreamed of snorkelling while being surrounded by countless species of marine life that swim to and fro from within the most enchanting collection of coral reefs in the world? Well head down to Hikkaduwa on Sri Lanka’s southern coast and indulge in an outdoor adventure that will leave you with heaps of memories to look back on one day. From all Sri Lanka tours, select Walkers Tours who would be more than pleased to accommodate your whims and fancies as part of Sri Lanka holidays.


Hire a glass-bottom boat, swim or snorkel to your heart’s content but make sure that you explore every inch of Hikkaduwa’s coral gardens. Home to over 70 variants of corals that include elkhorn coral, brain coral, table coral and staghorn coral, the reef is picturesque as it is filled with life. Be awed by the many reef fish that frequent its waters while shrimps, oysters, crabs and sea worms can also be found. Acting as a breakwater, the Hikkaduwa Coral Gardens is an experience you simply have to live if vacationing down south. Marine mammals in the nature of hawksbill turtles, green turtles and even the odd black tip reef shark have been known to swim in its area. Reef which was unveiled as a national park in 2002 serves as an oasis where one can be joined with the pleasures of nature for life.

 

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