The 15 best things to do in Hikkaduwa (2026)

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   1. Kayaking Adventure on serene waters through mangroves, Akurala

   Outty Ranking85

   Akurala has been the main area in Sri Lanka for lime stones back in 1940s. Lime stone mining has been the main occupation of the villagers for decades and those pits have been left for decades and they've become water re. Exceptional at 85/100, 4.9/5 from 60 traveler reviews, 2h from $15, free cancellation.

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   2. 7 Day Private Sri Lanka Tour With Star Hotels, Safari & Ella

   Outty Ranking81

   Discover Sri Lanka on a 7-day private tour designed entirely around you. Travel at your own pace with a professional local driver-guide, exploring iconic destinations such as Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella, and the southern coast. Exceptional at 81/100, 5.0/5 from 28 traveler reviews, 168h from $998, free cancellation.

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   3. Sinharaja Rainforest Tour - Hotel Pick-up and Transfers Including

   Outty Ranking80

   At 08:00am you'll start the tour. By being Pick up from your Hotel .You will first meet up the Tours crew and transfer to Sinharaja Rain Forest. Meet Your wildlife tracker at the main gate and he will walk with you throu. Exceptional at 80/100, 4.8/5 from 56 traveler reviews, 8h from $95, free cancellation.

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   4. Day Tour at Sri Lanka Elephant Transit , Train Ride and Nine arch

   Outty Ranking75

   Your Day Trip to Ella from your selected location combines nature, adventure, and local culture into one unforgettable experience. Visit the iconic Nine Arches Bridge, an early 20th century engineering marvel surrounded. Strongly Recommended at 75/100, 5.0/5 from 24 traveler reviews, 10h from $175, free cancellation.

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   5. Anyone Can Cook - Bentota Cooking Class

   Outty Ranking74

   A fantastic programme giving you the opportunity to learn to cook the wonderful, unique, varied and extremely healthy cuisine of Sri Lanka. Strongly Recommended at 74/100, 5.0/5 from 33 traveler reviews, 3.5h from $70, free cancellation.

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   6. 1 Week Surf Package (shared wooden dorm) - up to 4 guests

   Outty Ranking70

   Surfing is one of the healthiest addiction someone could ever be! Book your perfect surf & travel holidays with surf coaching, surf guiding, surf accommodation and much more with Eco friendly and sustainable wooden caba. Solid Choice at 70/100, 5.0/5 from 5 traveler reviews, 168h from $1,275, free cancellation.

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   7. 07 Day Explore Sri Lanka

   Outty Ranking69

   We provide extremely unique experience for our clients. it should feel than describe because we follow endemic way for make happy our clients. After you travel with us definitely it will be 'Your Remarkable Holiday Tour'. Solid Choice at 69/100, 5.0/5 from 7 traveler reviews, 168h from $70, free cancellation.

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   8. Galle City Tour And Shopping

   Outty Ranking67

   Galle being one of the most beautiful and diverse cities in Sri Lanka is enrich with heritage and natural places. You can visit and enjoy many site scenes and look into the history of the city. We will guide you around t. Solid Choice at 67/100, 4.5/5 from 13 traveler reviews, 5h from $41, free cancellation.

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   9. One Day Udawalawe Safari from Galle/Mirissa/Unawatuna/Hikkaduwa

   Outty Ranking67

   Udawalawe National Park tour is a major wildlife tourist destination in Sri Lanka. You can make your stay in Sri Lanka an unforgettable experience by visiting Udawalawe. Our tour guides are well experienced and has a sou. Solid Choice at 67/100, 5.0/5 from 10 traveler reviews, 10h from $185, free cancellation.

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    10. 03 Day Explore Sri Lanka

    Outty Ranking65

    We provide extremely unique experience for our clients. it should feel than describe because we follow endemic way for make happy our clients. After you travel with us definitely it will be 'Your Remarkable Holiday Tour'. Solid Choice at 65/100, 5.0/5 from 3 traveler reviews, 72h from $67, free cancellation.

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    11. Yala National Park from Ahungalla,Kosgoda,Bentota,beruwalla

    Outty Ranking65

    Spot leopards, elephants, crocodiles, and sloth bears on a seamless day trip from Ahungalla to Yala National Park—Sri Lanka’s most famous wildlife reserve. Enjoy door-to-door hotel pickup, a comfortable coastal-to-safari. Solid Choice at 65/100, 4.9/5 from 10 traveler reviews, 6h from $180, free cancellation.

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    12. Yala National Park safari from Hikkaduwa

    Outty Ranking64

    You will first meet the Sameera Tours driver and proceed to Yala National Park. We met your safari guide at the gate entrance to the park. For the morning half-day tour, your Yala Safari commences at 6:00 a.m. while the. Solid Choice at 64/100, 4.2/5 from 5 traveler reviews, 24h from $130, free cancellation.

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    13. Galla day tour with turtles hatchury from Ahungalla,Bentota

    Outty Ranking64

    Discover the charm of Sri Lanka’s southern coast with a Galle Day Trip Wander through the historic Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with colonial architecture, boutique shops, and cozy cafés. Stroll along. Solid Choice at 64/100, 5.0/5 from 3 traveler reviews, 6h from $60, free cancellation.

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    14. Best Surfing Experience in Sri Lanka (Single Surf Lessons)

    Outty Ranking64

    Hippie Surf School & Surf Camp introduces you to surfing on some of Sri Lanka's most stunning beaches. Professional surf coaches all with a minimum of eight years experience in the local area will take you to the best wa. Solid Choice at 64/100, 4.9/5 from 11 traveler reviews, 1.3h from $46, free cancellation.

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    15. 12 Day Explore Sri Lanka

    Outty Ranking64

    We provide extremely unique experience for our clients. it should feel than describe because we follow endemic way for make happy our clients. After you travel with us definitely it will be 'Your Remarkable Holiday Tour'. Solid Choice at 64/100, 5.0/5 from 2 traveler reviews, 288h from $67, free cancellation.

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