Hikkaduwa sits on the south coast of Sri Lanka; a surfer’s paradise since the hippies of the 60’s discovered the place. Today, while the place may be contending with other beach resorts in the area, Hikkaduwa remains one of the islands best surf destinations for novices and pros. Read on for an insight into Hikka’s surfing allures.
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Once you have mastered the art of balancing on a board and riding a wave, you’ll probably be hooked and want to surf from dawn to dusk. Home to some of the best beach villas in Sri Lanka Hikka is the kind of place you wake up with the intention of walking down to the nearest beach. Board rentals are around Rs 800 per day, perfect for practising. Mind you those waves while being a huge thrill are also quite tough on the muscles, leaving you feeling sore the first few days, but hey, that means you are well on your way to achieving that six-pack and feeling your best. Besides, a good day of surfing will leave you with a voracious appetite, perfect for digging into those local roti, seafood and pasta dishes.
A place for the pros too, Hikkaduwa apart from the beginner beach is home to some of the island’s best surf spots. Do check out Benny’s, North Jetty, Beach Break and Main Reef. So if you’re looking to try surfing or ready for an immersive experience choose from anything between
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Duwa Estate, Henawathatha
Talduwa, Ahangama,
80650, Sri Lanka
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