Surf Location Hikkaduwa, Sri Lanka by © Dr. med. Sebastian Pleuse. Shot with a Panasonic HVX200 and a Sony DCR-DVD 505 (for the underwater footage), edited in FCP.
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The Hikkaduwa is located 98 km from Colombo on Sri Lanka's South-West Coast. 14 kms from Galle city, Hikkaduwa was one the first beautiful beaches to be discovered. Snorkeling and diving in the clear waters are the major past-time along this stretch and is the most environmentally friendly way to see the colorful fish that dart around. The coral sanctuary found on the coast of Hikkaduwa is a large shallow body of water enclosed by a reef, decorated with layers of multi colored corals, witch is home to countless number of colorful fish. Plenty of beachfront accommodation and a reputation as the second best surf spot in Sri Lanka by the international board-riding set, and the reason so many visit Hikkaduwa is blatantly clear.
The beaches are nice and wide and swimming is safe here, though the currents are stronger south of Hikkaduwa proper. The impressive coral reef runs just offshore and is still populated by exotic fish and sea turtles. Glass bottomed boats are available for visitors wanting to admire the wonders of the deep while keeping their feet dry!
After a shot distance southwards from the center of the reef, it diminishes given rise to a wider sandy bottomed beach with good waves ideal for board surfing and body surfing. You can always rent the necessary equipment needed for snorkeling and surfing. Hikkaduwa is an established tourist destination and the surfing there is quite well known. The reef is coral so a first aid kit and booties are handy.