Pasikuda & Kalkudah

Pasikuda Beach is one of Sri Lanka's best-known east-coast beaches, famous for its broad sandy shoreline and exceptionally shallow, calm waters. The reef-protected bay provides ideal conditions for swimming, wading, water sports and relaxing by the sea, making it particularly attractive to families and visitors seeking a peaceful beach holiday.

Kalkudah Beach is the quieter neighbour of Pasikuda, offering a long stretch of golden sand, palm-fringed surroundings and a more natural coastal atmosphere. With fewer resorts and visitors than Pasikuda, it is ideal for peaceful beach walks, swimming, relaxation, sunset watching and photography.

Coconut Cultural Park provides an opportunity to learn about the importance of the coconut in Sri Lankan agriculture, food and traditional rural life. Visitors can explore coconut-related activities, traditional practices and demonstrations in a family-friendly setting.

Pasikuda Bay is renowned for its calm, shallow turquoise waters and gently sloping seabed. The protected bay creates excellent conditions for swimming, wading, kayaking and other water-based activities, particularly during the east-coast beach season.

Valaichchenai Lagoon is a large coastal lagoon known for its mangroves, wetlands, birdlife and traditional fishing activities. The lagoon provides opportunities for boat excursions, nature observation, photography and experiencing the local fishing environment.