In 1940, the Hikkaduwa
Rocky Islets were declared sanctuaries and was limited to the land boundaries
of these rocky islets. In 1998 it was upgraded to the status of a nature
reserve and later to a national park. The famed Coral Gardens and Telwatte Bird
Sanctuary are the main attractions of Hikkaduwe which lies 98km from Colombo.
Foreign and local tourist come to see the famous “coral gardens” of Hikkaduwe,
for the tourist who doesn’t like to get their feet wet glass bottom boats are
available while others snorkel to reach them which are filled with brightly
colored corals and marine life.
Highlights
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Excellent marine life: Schools of
barracuda, travels, fusiliers, blue stripe snappers, honey comb moray, large
schools of gold line, spine trek, Oriental sweet lips, Yellow jack, lobsters,
and rays are some of the fishes that could be seen.
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Personal effects for warm, windy, rainy
conditions.
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Insect repellent and sun lotion.
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Per person USD 90
Includes
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Professional instructor
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Boat fees and wages for the boatman
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All snacks and refreshments
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Government tax
Excludes
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Any transportation
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Any tips to the staff
