WHAT TO SEE AND DO
Explore the local villages, meet the friendly people, enjoy local Sri Lankan food. The beach is only 3km away with turtle watching and whale watching only a short distance. Drive to Uda Walawe National Park or Yala National Park. There is so much to see and do and it is easy to get around.
Beaches
There are many beaches nearby that are great for walking, relaxing and swimming. Many beaches have fishing villages nearby and colourful fishing boats setting out or returning from a days work. We can provide information on nearby local beaches.
Yala National Park
At the furthest end of the province is the Ruhuna (Yala) National Park (21km from Thissamaharama) it’s the 2nd largest National Park in the Country where elephants, leopards, deer, and variety of bird species including the jungle fowl and the peacock roam freely.
Uda Walawe National Park
You will be sure to see elephants and other wildlife at this national park. Birdlife is abundant and the expert national park guides will often provide binoculars and a commentary on life in the park. It is within easy reach from Koratuwa.
Night turtle watching
at Rekawa beach
A few kilometres on the other side of Tangalle, you can see marine turtles at certain times of the year coming onto the beach during the night and laying eggs in the sand nests. It’s a really unique experience! It’s free of charge, but you will be asked to make a donation for the Turtle Conservation Project.
Whale & Dolphin Watching
Sri Lanka is becoming a major spot for watching whales and dolphins. Dondra Point is approximately 15 kms from Koratuwa. It is one of the main whale watching points in Sri Lanka from December to April. December, January and April are the peak months for sightings. During these months there is a 95% chance of spotting Sperm Whales and great chances of spotting Blue Whales as their migration path is just off Dondra Point. Mirissa, which is about 40 minutes from Koratuwa, is another nearby place for whale watching.