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Surfing

The conditions for surfing are at their best

from November to April. The Wewala and

Narigama areas of the beach have a handful

of tame reef breaks as well as a beach break,

all of which are perfect for beginner- to

intermediate-level surfers. These waves,

combined with the energetic nightlife, has

made Hikkaduwa easily the most popular

surf spot in Sri Lanka.

Most guesthouses rent out surfboards for

around Rs 300 to 400 per hour and there are

several places offering surf lessons, but pick

carefully because the ‘teachers’ at some of the

better known surf schools are more interested

in looking cool than teaching.

Inland Attractions

Seenigama Vihara BUDDHIST

About 2km north of Hikkaduwa is the

Seenigama Vihara, perched on its own island.

It’s one of only two temples in the country

where victims of theft can seek retribution.

People who have been robbed visit the tem-

ple and buy a specially prepared oil made

with chilli and pepper. With the oil they light

a lamp in their homes and recite a mantra.

Sooner or later the thief will be identified

when they’re struck down with misfortune.

Gangarama Maha Vihara BUDDHIST

(map p99) Just off Baddegama Rd is this inter-

esting Buddhist temple that has lots of popu-

lar educational paintings that are the work of

one man over nearly a decade. The monks are

happy to show you around.

Hikkaduwa Lake LAKE

Hikkaduwa Lake, with its monitor lizards

and numerous birds, makes for a pleasant

excursion away from the beach. Boat tours

can sometimes be organised on the lake; ask

around. To get there head along the Badde-

gama Rd.

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Hikkaduwa & Around

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Asian Jewel (2km);D

Kalla Bongo (2.1km)

Galle (17km);D

Matara (62km)

Hikkaduwa & Around

æ Sights

1 Gangarama Maha Vihara.....................B2

Ø Activities, Courses & Tours

2 Poseidon Diving Station.......................A2

ÿ Sleeping

3 Blue Ocean Villa....................................A4

4 Dewasiri Beach Restaurant &

Hotel....................................................A4

5 Hotel Drifters.........................................B 5

6 Hotel Moon Beam.................................A 4

7 Hotel Ritas.............................................B5

8 Neela's....................................................B5

9 Time 'n' Tide Beach Resort.................A4

10 Top Secret.............................................B5

ú Eating

11 Cool Spot...............................................A3

12 Home Grown Rice & Curry

Restaurant..........................................A4

13 No 1 Roti Restaurant............................A4

14 Spaghetti & Co......................................B5

û Drinking & Nightlife

15 Coffee Shop...........................................A 4

16 Sam's Surfers........................................A4