Traveling down along the southern coastal stretch of Sri Lanka, along the Galle road, one encounters this ravishing stretch of golden beach that is thronged with tourists and locals having a superb time getting tanned under the sparkling sun. Hikkaduwa needs no introduction as a paradise incarnate, be it abundance of sunshine all year through, a stretch of golden sand, the mirthful laugher of lads and ladies having a great time at the edge of the sea that is clear and sparkling and hides beneath its cascading waters a treasure trove of rare beauty.
While the south coast is famous for its beaches, Hikkaduwa has earned its fame mostly because of the ravishing coral gardens it is privileged to possess. A visit down south, especially for a foreign traveler will not be quite complete without traveling out to the sea in a glass bottom boat at Hikkaduwa fondly known as ‘Hikka’ and getting a spectacular view of the vibrant array of corals beneath.
The coral gardens here are claimed to be among the best of its kind found in all Asia. A stretch of limestone that runs parallel to the mainland protects the corals from the harsh tides. It is indeed a protective factor even for the swimmers as it has made the waters near the beach quite shallow and safe. The corals in this region belong to a variety called the ‘Gampara’. A multitude of exotic shapes from a ladies fan to a cabbage leaf are found in ravishing colours that add a softened hue of vibrant colours to the sparkling water above. This stretch of corals have become the habitat of so many frolicking fish from Snappers to Goat fish to ferrats who add more charm and attraction to this sight.
Find yourself one of those fabulous Beach Hotels in Sri Lanka that will provide you the facilities to go on an excursion out to the sea or the chance to enjoy some superb water sports. Chaaya Tranz Hikkaduwa beckons like a paradise with almost surreal experiences in the water and the sun and a tranquil heaven indoors. With a generous array of facilities spread within beautiful interiors that overlook spectacular sunsets and sunrises, this is one Hikkaduwa Hotel that truly lives up to the image of a truly mesmerizing holiday destination in down south.
