Southern Province · SRI LANKA

Hiriketiya Beach

A compact horseshoe bay near Dickwella with a relaxed surf scene.

Beach at Dickwella near Hiriketiya Bay
Photo: Shamilapathirana · CC BY-SA 4.0

A PLACE TO DISCOVER

What makes it
special.

Hiriketiya is a small bay on the southern coast, popular for its beach setting and surf culture. It can be added to a route through Dickwella, Tangalle and other southern destinations.

Things to look out for

  • Horseshoe-shaped bay
  • Surf and beach cafés
  • South-coast road trip stop