North West Coast
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North West Coast
One of the most beautiful coastal areas ideal for a Sri Lanka beach holiday, the north western peninsular area of KALPITIYA in the Puttalam district of Sri Lanka is remarkably untouched by tourism. But for those lucky enough to visit, there's a plethora of things to see and do! With the small close-knit fishing community dominating the lives of the local people, visitors can get a real insight into working life away from the city. The Dutch Fort and St Peter's Kerk church in the town itself are interesting examples of Sri Lanka's rich history and colonial past. Leisurely boat rides up the lagoon and canoe trips down the river are a pleasant way of exploring the coastline, whilst 4WD jeep rides along the deserted sand dunes between the ocean and the lagoon offer a unique way of watching the colourful evening sunsets. Kalpitiya is a marine sanctuary with a diversity of habitats ranging from bar reefs, flat coastal plains, saltpans, mangroves swamps, salt marshes and vast sand dune beaches. For keen scuba divers and snorkellers, the largest coral reef in Sri Lanka ('Bar reef') is only an hour's boat trip from Kalpitiya . This beautiful reef is home to an incredible variety of tropical fish as well as offering sighting of manta rays, reef sharks and the occasional turtle! Infrastructure in the area for tourism being developed through many extensive projects with the involvement of foreign investors and once well developed it will be a major tourist zone in the destination with all necessary facilities for travellers.
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Alankuda Beach Hotel-Kalpitiya
Situated on an undiscovered and deserted two kilometre stretch of a pristine private beach, Alankuda Beach offers a truly relaxing, discrete and romantic getaway. The azure, warm ocean is almost always mirror-calm and welcoming during the months of October to May. The coastal waters offer the treasures of dolphin and whale watching as well as snorkelling over nearby spectacular coral formations. In addition there is deep-sea fishing, kayaking, canoeing, sailing, kite and wind surfing. Alankuda Beach features a mix of four open-style single-roomed wattle and daub cabanas, two double roomed cottages, a striking open pavilion restaurant overlooking the Indian Ocean, a beach bar and a 40 meter fibre optic-lit pool all laid out in a whimsical and intriguing mix of the traditional and the new. The food is generous and delicious local fare and the staffs are graciously hospitable and unobtrusive.
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Turtle Point Lodge and Diving Camp
Situated near the small fishing village of Kandakuliya on the west coast of the Puttalam district of Sri Lanka; approximately 6 km from Kalpitiya itself. The lodge is a true escape from modern-day civilization as guests can enjoy the romanticism of using oil lamps instead of electricity. Flaming torches light up the outside area from which guests can relax and marvel at the beautiful open starry skies whilst enjoying a hearty barbecue dinner of locally caught fresh fish or having a go at making the traditional Sri Lankan 'kotthu roti'! A night at the lodge wouldn't be complete without a walk along the deserted beach to look for the sea turtles t hat come ashore to lay eggs – an unforgettable experience that is not to be missed!
