Hiriketiya offers a quieter alternative to Sri Lanka’s busier southern beaches, centred around a beautiful horseshoe-shaped bay with golden sand, palm-fringed shores, and a relaxed surf-town atmosphere. Once a little-known coastal spot, Hiriketiya is now loved for its beginner-friendly waves, laid-back cafés, beachside stays, and easygoing local character.
Dikwella Beach near Hiriketiya, a peaceful southern coast beach with golden sands, clear waters, and a relaxed tropical atmosphere
Blue Beach Island near Hiriketiya, a small tropical island surrounded by the turquoise waters of Sri Lanka’s southern coast
Matara marks a natural stopping point for travellers continuing on to Tangalle, Yala or the far southern coast.